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The Woods was founded as a charity to ensure our services and programs are accessible to everyone, regardless of background, age, ability, or financial situation. For more information, please visit thewoods.org or reach out to us at hello@thewoods.org.
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Counselling
Counselling assists with a variety of goals and concerns, including: improvement of mental wellness, clarifying of goals and direction, changing unwanted behaviours, life transitions, stress and anxiety, panic attacks, grief and loss, depression, substance use, self-esteem, and more.
Our RCCs and counselling interns are not only trained in traditional talk therapy, but also in arts based and nature based therapy. Our RCCs have somatic/body-based training as well. See their bios to learn more.
Email hello@thewoods.org if interested in accessing our income-based sliding scale program.
NEW CLIENTS - After selecting your therapist, choose ''20-minute Complimentary Consult'' for your first appointment. These appointments are free of charge and virtual, an opportunity for you and your therapist to get to know each other.
RETURNING CLIENTS - Click on left-hand side bar button ''View Availability by Month'' to book in-person or virtual follow-up appointments with your therapist.
INCOME-BASED COUNSELLING - Scroll down to the next section to learn more about our income-based counselling services.
Income-Based Counselling
We believe everyone ought to have access to resources that support mental health. Therefore, The Woods Arts and Wellness was established as a non-profit organization so that we can offer an income-based sliding scale to those who do not have access to extended health care coverage or other funding sources, and whose annual household income does not exceed $100,000. This sliding scale structure ensures we can offer the most access to services with our limited funding.
We rely on your honesty to inform us of your session rate, based on 0.1% of your annual income, the table at thewoods.org/slidingscaletherapy can help you calculate your rate.
The lowest rate for a session with an RCC is $60 and for 1:1 music therapy is $40. For adults seeking services with an RCC at $80/session and below, we will require proof of household income. Counselling services at a rate of $50/session and below will be provided services by a counselling intern. Home visits for 1:1 music therapy (North Shore only) will incur an additional travel fee of $10 when outside 5km from our Delbrook location.
Please note that all subsidized services are subject to funding being in place. Those accessing this program will be given up to 12 sessions. Clients can apply for one renewal of subsidized sessions. Those 24 years and below will not require proof of household income, and can apply for two renewals of subsidized sessions.
Please send us an email at hello@thewoods.org if you have questions about this program, or are interested in booking an appointment.
Visual Arts Programs
Art therapy is an established form of psychotherapy where the created image allows for the expression and articulation of complex thoughts and feelings. Art therapy has been shown to foster self-awareness, increase a sense of agency and empowerment, cultivate emotional resilience and insight, enhance social skills, improve cognitive and sensorimotor functioning, decrease distress and improve overall wellbeing. A trained art therapist will provide creative and verbal support within a psychotherapeutic relationship.
This can be offered as a 1:1, which should be booked above under "counselling". The following are expressive arts groups offered by The Woods.
OPEN ART STUDIO (Mondays 6-8p, Wednesdays 1-3p)
Come enjoy the pleasure of art making with others in the community. No art experience is necessary, as we provide both art supplies and creative prompts. It is an opportunity to play with a variety of art mediums, explore creative expression, and experience how art can increase well-being. Runs every Monday @ 6:00p - 8:00p and Wednesday @ 1:00p - 3:00p) All levels of experience are welcome.
NOTE: We offer TIERED PRICING for this group. Standard rate = $50 per session, with options to pay $30, $20, or $15. Email us at hello@thewoods.org to access tiered pricing, no proof of income required.
Yoga & Meditation
This is a yoga class in a small group designed to help you slow down, and reconnect with your body. This class focuses on functional yoga, and taking care of ourselves, mind, body, and spirit. No need to bring your own mat or props, we take care of everything so you can just relax and enjoy.
YOGA FOR WELLBEING
Mondays 9:30-10:30a
Tuesdays 6-7p
Wednesdays 6-7p
RESTORATIVE YOGA
Wednesdays
7:30p-8:30p
NOTE: We offer TIERED PRICING for this group. Standard rate = $30 per session, with options to pay $20, or $15. Email us at hello@thewoods.org to access tiered pricing, no proof of income required.
MEDITATION GROUP
Tuesdays 6:15p - 7p
NOTE: We offer TIERED PRICING for this group. Standard rate = $20 per session, with option to pay $15. Email us at hello@thewoods.org to access tiered pricing, no proof of income required.
Music Programs
SINGALONG MUSIC THERAPY GROUP
Friday, August 23rd
5:30p - 7p
Whether you’re a seasoned singer or a first-timer, embrace the joy of music in an inclusive atmosphere. The intention of the group is to come together, as you are, and sing. Some songs may be familiar and others may be new to you! This will be a time to connect with others, step out of your comfort zone and express yourself through singing.
NOTE: We offer TIERED PRICING for this group. Standard rate = $30 per session, with options to pay $20, or $15. Email us at hello@thewoods.org to access tiered pricing, no proof of income required.
Nature Based Therapy
Nature based therapy is an umbrella term for a number of therapeutic approaches that incorporate nature as a key component of the therapeutic process. It is grounded in ecopsychology, and the belief that the reciprocal relationship between a person and the natural environment is a key component to wellbeing. Research supports that interaction with (and even passive exposure to) the non-human natural world, can increase cognitive functions like memory and learning, improve emotional wellbeing, decrease stress, and improve immune function.
This can be offered as a 1:1, which should be booked above under "counselling". The following are expressive arts groups offered by The Woods.
NATURE THERAPY FOR ANXIETY (Wednesdays 12-1p)
This group provides the opportunity to slow down, connect with nature, and practice skills to alleviate anxiety. We meet Wednesdays 12-1pm rain or shine (so dress appropriately!) It is facilitated by a therapist trained in nature-based therapy and mindful practices.
We will meet at The Woods Studio at Delbrook Plaza and will be walking the forest trails at Mosquito Creek. An ability to manage stairs and navigate uneven terrain is necessary for participation.
NOTE: We offer TIERED PRICING for this group. Standard rate = $30 per session, with options to pay $20, or $15. Email us at hello@thewoods.org to access tiered pricing, no proof of income required.
Expressive Arts Programs
The expressive arts engages all five disciplines of art in a healing process of discovery and change. Rather than focusing on a singular art modality, the expressive arts allows participants to interact with visual arts, movement/dance, music, drama/theatre, and/or writing/poetry, shifting between these various ways of expressing and exploring to best suit the therapeutic purpose.
This can be offered as a 1:1, which should be booked above under "counselling". The following are expressive arts groups offered by The Woods.
If you are interested in joining our next Recovery from Trauma group (starts mid-January 2025), please book an Intake Appointment below.
Intake Appointment
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