YOUTH & FAMILY SUBSTANCE USE SERVICES IN CAMPBELL RIVER AND THE COMOX VALLEY
Courage and Connection for Navigating Youth Substance Use.
This program provides counselling for youth and families dealing with substance use. Through one-to-one sessions, youth can explore their relationship with substances, manage stress and emotions, and find healthier coping strategies. Parents and caregivers receive guidance on how to support their children.
How we can help.
Do you wonder if you’re using substances too much? Are you worried about your parent’s substance use? Are you worried about your child’s substance use? We can help you decide if you want to make changes. You can get help for your own use, or get help if a family member’s use is troubling you.
We care about making things better for you. We will treat you with respect, work collaboratively with you, and take your privacy seriously. We can meet at our office, at your school, somewhere in town, or we can go for a walk and talk . . . whatever works best for you! We also facilitate presentations and therapeutic groups.
Campbell River
Email: CommunityProgramsCR@jhsni.bc.ca
Phone: 250-286-0611
Comox Valley
Email: CommunityProgramsCV@jhnsi.bc.ca
Phone: 250-338-7341
The Program
Counselling for youth and families navigating substance use.
Youth & Family Substance Use Services
Individual counselling: One-to-one support for youth managing substance use concerns.
Family support: Family counselling and advice for parents and caregivers.
Accessible service: Free, respectful, non-judgmental, and strengths-based.
Coping Strategies: Tools to manage stress, emotions, and daily pressures.
Goal setting: Support developing individualized plans for change.
Confidential sessions: Private space to talk without judgment.
Locations: Campbell River, Comox Valley (Monday to Friday, 8:30 am to 4:30 pm).
Eligibility
Youth & Family Substance Use Services is open to:
Youth ages 10-19 who want support with or are impacted by substance use.
Parents and caregivers seeking advice.
Families who want to improve communication around substance use.
How To
Get Started
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions About Youth & Family Substance Use Services in Campbell River & the Comox Valley.
No. Youth or caregivers can contact us directly. Referrals from schools or agencies are also welcome.
Yes. Conversations are private except in situations where safety concerns must be addressed.
The length varies. Some youth meet with counsellors briefly, while others stay connected longer depending on their needs and goals.
Yes, when helpful. Counsellors involve caregivers in ways that support stability and understanding.
No. Counselling is free for youth and families.
We recognize that youth and families may experience a variety of problems associated with alcohol and other drugs. We take a flexible and individualized approach with youth to empower them to make decisions about their substance use.
Yes. Many start by having a conversation to see what feels right for them.
We try to make appointments that work best for you. If you don’t like sitting and talking, we can go for a walk, or do something active. If you enjoy doing art or music, we can bring that into it. We also really try to get to know you first before we dive into the hard topics. We don’t expect you to tell us your life story the first time you meet us. We’ll take the lead from you.
OUR IMPACT
“I liked learning more steps to take, the acknowledgement of progress, the inspiration, and building skills.”
– Youth Client