Youth Counselling Services

Overview

If you are in a crisis and need immediate support, please refer to our external helplines.

We offer free support services for young people who have a connection to the City of Kingston.

Our Youth Counsellors offer support designed to reduce emotional distress. The counsellor and young person will establish goals and determine the most suitable approach.

Provided is best and most effective support in partnership with families and schools:

  • We connect young people to others around them and the community in which they identify with.
  • We're committed to protecting and ensuring the rights of young people.

We're committed to providing a service that:

  • Provides ongoing support where needed
  • Create meaningful opportunities for participation
  • Foster independence and prepare young people for their future
  • Acknowledge that young people come with their own aspirations

How do I access Counselling?

To access counselling, you can self-refer or have a parent/guardian or school refer on your behalf.

Complete a referral form along with a client consent and permission form. Complete all forms for a member of our Youth Team to contact you.

Referral form

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In addition to the referral form above, we require the following Consent and Permission forms submitted. Please note, if young person is under 16 years of age, we require the consent and permission of the parent / carer / guardian.

Client consent form

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Client permission form

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