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GrandParents Raising Grandkids

A Fairness for Children Raised by Relatives Gathering    -  Fairness for Children Raised by Relatives invites kinship care providers from across the province to join us as together we address some of the complexities of Aging and Kinship Care  Join us Kamloops BC on Saturday and Sunday – June 10-11, 2023
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Psychiatrized with Irit Shimrat: Resources
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Irit Shimrat - Call Me Crazy: January 1997, Press Gang Publishers
​Mind Freedom
Mad in Canada
Mad in America
Madness Canada
Mad Shadow Reports
Our Voice


Please note that ReThreading Madness does not endorse any therapist or therapy group.   Any such entities mentioned here are as resources only and we ask that everyone make their own decision as to whether or not the service is appropriate for them. 
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To access information on Dr. Ramini as mentioned by Rebecca in this podcast on Narcissism use this link

https://www.youtube.com/c/DoctorRamani

Resources mentioned in:  Is The Mental Health System Serving Us?

(CanLi)he Cayton Report on Regulatory Colleges in BC
​The Cayton Report
Bethany Lindsa articles:
   B.C. psychologist made 'nonsensical' conclusions to dismiss domestic violence claims, new report says
   Parents 'infuriated' to learn of past complaints against B.C. psychologist
Canada Legal information Institute (CanLi)

Also if you are a victim of Therapy Abuse reach out to TELL

Coping with the Holidays?
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​The LifeLine Canada: provides a long list of crisis and help lines
throughout the world including many in Canada. 

​Crisis Centre:  List of crisis lines in BC

Coping at Christmas

How To cope with Christmas if You Live with a Mental Health Condition

PsychCentral: ​has lots of info then lots of links with lots of other info



Abuse by Therapists


Do You know What Boundaries in Therapy Look Like?


​The Therapy Exploitation Link Line (TELL)

(free ebook)
TELLing It Like It Is: When Psychotherapists Abuse and Exploit 



​"Coming to Voice: Surviving an Abusive Therapist" 

by Bernadine Fox

Foreword by Colin Ross, MD
Introduction by P. Susan Penfold MB, FRCPC
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​Amy Nordhues "Preyed Upon"   Get more information at amynorhues.com
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​Examining Ethical Boundaries in Therapy: Checklist

​Wondering if your therapy has been impacted by unethical or unhealthy boundary transgressions?

Download a FREE copy of this checklist 
"Examining Ethical Boundaries in Therapy" 
complied by Bernadine Fox.​ 

If you have questions, please send us an email.

#mentalhealth #boundaries #therapy #sexualabuse #cptsd #metoo #abuseofpower
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Death Doula Network - Karen Hendrickson

Death Doula Network
​Karen Hendrickson: Karen Hendrickson is a professional Coach in Life, Death, Grief and all the messy in-between.  
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Anti-Racism

WHITE FRAGILITY: WHY IT'S SO HARD FOR WHITE PEOPLE TO TALK ABOUT by Robert Diangelo 
Multigenerational Trauma and the Canadian Black Woman: A Subjective Inquiry into the Enduring Black Slave Experience

Racism of Amy Cooper
Ending workplace racism requires change at the top, experts say by Nick Eagland / Vancouver Sun (Jun 12 2020) 
Racial and Gender Discrimination in the Stress Process: Implications for African American Women's Health and Well-Being by Brea L. Perry, Kathi L. H. Harp, and Carrie B. Oser
 
Live Another Day - Live Another Day believes in equal access to life-saving mental health and substance use resources.  The website provides extensive information on resources that are available. (USA resources) 

The Summit Wellness Group - has a guide written and curated by women of colour with over 60 BIPOC resources for addiction and mental health. 
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Human Trafficking  (quick exit)
Canadian Human Trafficking Hotline 1-833-900-1010

Women's Support Network: Human Trafficking
BC Government: Services for Trafficked Persons
Indicators & Risk Factors (from Women's Support Network)
Attitudes Indicators
  • Becomes withdrawn from family, peer group, and/or after school activities.
  • Exhibits uncharacteristic mood swings
  • Becomes secretive about boy/friends and their whereabouts
  • Responses to questions with rehearsed answers
  • Displays extreme protectiveness of younger siblings
  • Sudden outbursts, confrontational, angry
  • Becomes tense, nervous, and/or anxious

Behaviours Indicators
  • Begins running away/ increased absences from home for longer periods of time
  • Starts hanging out with new group of friends, mostly older, and develops a new persona
  • A sudden change in their appearance including new and expensive clothing and/or jewelry that they cannot usually afford
  • Starts hanging out in hotel rooms with friends
  • Adopts a street name and begins using a lot of “street” terms and slangs in their conversations
  • Makes mention of boyfriend using the name “daddy”
  • May have provocative pictures on social media and dating sites
  • Becomes very secretive when using the Internet
  • Has different taxi numbers saved into their cell phone
  • Visits a clinic to be tested for STIs on a regular basis
  • Has numerous cell phones
  • Has a fake ID and lies about their age
  • Limited memory of events and places they’ve been
  • Trouble sleeping at night due to anxiety and nightmares
  • Boyfriend appears to be very controlling and possessive of their whereabouts
  • Has limited knowledge of the area that they are residing in and speaks of frequent travelling and movement throughout the province
  • May have friends who are affiliated with gangs
 Physical Indicators
  • STIs (Sexually transmitted infections)
  • Signs of mental health concerns, such as depression, self-harm, and suicide ideation
  • PTSD (Post-traumatic stress disorder)
  • Substance use or increase of substance use/addictions
  • A decrease in one’s interest in their physical appearance/malnourished
  • Unexplained bruises, cuts, scrapes, and cigarette burns
  • Tattoo usually of a boyfriend’s name, often found on their back or neck
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​COVID19: Domestic Violence
BC Gov't Summary of Domestic Violence: 19 Risk Factors
Coercive Control During COVID19: New Tactics
(for support see below: Domestic Violence Support)
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COVID19 & Your Mental Health
From BC Government:   
Get Help Immediately1-800-SUICIDE
  • Call 1-800-784-2433 if you are experiencing feelings of distress or despair, including thoughts of suicide
310Mental Health Support
  • Call 310-6789 for emotional support, information and resources specific to mental health
KUU-US Crisis Response Service
  • Call 1-800-588-8717 for culturally-aware crisis support for Indigenous peoples in B.C.

Virtual Mental Health Supports During COVID-19B.C. seniors, adults, youth and frontline health care workers experiencing anxiety, depression or other mental health challenges arising from the COVID-19 pandemic can get help through virtual services.
To support British Columbians of all ages during the COVID-19 pandemic, the Province is expanding existing mental health programs and launching new services.​

Virtual Mental Health Supports for EveryoneBounceBack™BounceBack™ provides free access to online, video and phone-based coaching and skills-building program. Seniors, adults and youth who are experiencing low mood, mild to moderate depression, anxiety, stress, or worry, can receive care. Virtual Counselling ServicesVirtual community counselling for individuals or groups at low or no cost. Peer Support and System NavigationVirtual mentoring and goal-oriented supports offered by peer support and system navigation workers. Living Life to the FullFree access to Living Life to the Full peer support and practical skills courses for coping with stress, problem solving and boosting mood. The 8-week course is led by a trained facilitator.  Mental Health Check-in (Canadian Mental Health Association)This free, anonymous self-assessment tool helps you understand how you are feeling and reflect on your mental, physical and social well-being. It helps cut through the wealth of information available online to find the resources most useful to you.  COVID-19 Psychological Support ServiceFree psychological first aid is available to all B.C. residents (19+) who are experiencing stress, anxiety, or uncertainty due to the COVID-19 pandemic over the phone.  Virtual Mental Health Supports for Healthcare WorkersMobile Response Team (MRT)In addition to supporting workers on the frontlines of the Overdose Public Health Emergency, the MRT will also support the mental well-being and psychological safety of frontline health care workers who are experiencing exponential distress and mental health concerns in response to COVID-19. To access, call or email the Provincial Health Services Authority.
This service is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
Free Online Mental Health First AidNew online supports for frontline health care workers and the public to help them cope with any psychological effects they may be experiencing. Virtual Peer Support ServiceAvailable May 2020, a phone and text-based peer support service, staffed by former long-term care and home support workers. It provides confidential emotional support to current workers. Peers can also help guide callers to other services and supports if needed. Care for Caregivers (Canadian Mental Health Association and SafeCare BC)Trusted information, free workshops to support employees and quick daily coping tips are available through this online hub for healthcare workers. This site provides a range of easy to use resources to support mental health and well-being. Virtual Mental Health Supports for YouthFoundry Virtual ClinicNine existing virtual Foundry centres are now accepting virtual walk-in counselling.
  • Visit Foundry to find a centre in your community
As of April 20, 2020, young people 12-24 and their families will be able to access youth-focused virtual clinics offering counselling, peer support, primary care and family support through voice calls, video and chat.

Y MindYoung people 13-30 can sign up for six-seven week long programs online for free starting early May 2020. The YMCA of British Columbia’s Y Mind program helps young people cope with stress, worry and anxiety. Child and Youth Mental Health (CYMH) Community Based TeamsIntake services and mental health counselling from the Ministry of Children and Family Development for children and youth across B.C. Virtual care by phone and online is available. Parent Peer Support and Child & Youth Mental Health NavigationFamilies helping families. With 20 years of experience providing peer support, information and navigation of mental health services, FamilySmart programs help BC families and caregivers who are parenting children and youth facing mental health challenges.   Virtual Mental Health Supports for Students and EducatorsHere2TalkAll registered post-secondary students can get confidential, free counselling and referral services through Here2Talk by app, phone or online chat. Here2Talk is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
  • Visit Here2Talk or download the app to start a chat session with a trained counsellor
  • Speak to a counsellor on the phone at 1-877-857-3397. Use 1-604-642-5212 if you are a student calling from outside of Canada (international calling charges may apply)
WE Well-beingFree online resource for students, parents and educators to support social and emotional well-being as they navigate the new world of remote learning during the COVID-19 pandemic. LGBTQ2S+Gender and sexuality alliance meetings are now happening online and over the phone. Find resources, by educators for educators, to support students looking for a safe place to share.  Virtual Mental Health Supports for ParentsEASE (Everyday Anxiety Strategies for Educators) at HomeEASE at Home offers helpful tips for parents, like how to teach children calming breathing techniques or use structured games like scavenger hunts to build routine in a way that’s fun. Virtual Mental Health Supports for Seniorsbc211The Province has expanded funding for bc211, a province-wide information and referral service. It matches volunteers to seniors whose support network has been affected by the COVID-19 outbreak.
The service takes calls from people who would like to volunteer to help seniors in their community with basic needs, including grocery shopping and pharmacy drop-offs and check-ins. Virtual Mental Health Supports for Victims of Family or Sexual ViolenceVictimLink BCImmediate 24/7 crisis support for victims of family or sexual violence is available by phone through VictimLink BC’s 24/7 telephone service. This service also provides information and referrals for all victims of crime. Virtual Mental Health Supports for Indigenous PeoplesMental Health and Cultural SupportsMany phone and online counselling, support programs, and treatment and healing centres are available virtually for Indigenous people across B.C. First Nations Virtual Doctor of the DayVirtual appointments and access to primary and mental health health care closer to home. This program is for First Nations and their family members who have limited or no access to their own doctors.​


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