Rivers can have various branches that move in different directions. Our lives are like that as well. We all need support, guidance and encouragement along the way for a variety of topics, issues and situations. At Riverdale Centre, we offer different branches; much like a river may have, to meet the needs of our clients in different areas.
Counselling and therapy are words that can mean so many different things to people. For some the words mean support, comfort, and reassurance. For others, it means problem solving, skill building and resolution. For still others, these words mean little or have negative connotations due to previous experiences or limited understanding of the process and benefits. Our counselling approach draws on various styles of therapy. These include cognitive-behavioural approaches, play therapy techniques, art therapy techniques and skill...
We offer assessment services for learning difficulties and related skills. This includes attention, behaviour and emotional functioning. This type of assessment is known as psychoeducational assessment. This assessment service is available for children, adolescents and adults.
Parenting is one of the most important jobs any of us can ever have. It is very rewarding, but it is also hard work. Work that does not need to be done alone whatever your circumstances. We offer support and help for parents in a variety of ways.
Riverdale Centre offers support services to clients and their families with regard to learning support. This includes education about learning issues, consultation regarding program development, and ways of coping with difficulties.

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Process

Process

The information included below is for informational purposes only. These topics will be discussed with clients during the initial meeting and any questions they have will be answered.

Referral Process

You can make a referral directly by sending an email to info@riverdalecentre.ca. Referrals from your medical practitioner or another professional are also welcomed. All calls and appointments are kept confidential.

Consent to Services

Each client, or designated individual (e.g., parent/guardian), will be asked to sign an agreement regarding the consent for psychological services. This document outlines process, procedures and requirements for service provision.

Assessment services – There is an additional agreement for those clients seeking assessment services (child/adolescent and adult).

Confidentiality

Counselling and assessment sessions are confidential in nature. There are limits to confidentiality in the case risk of suicide, child abuse, potential harm to others, age or if subpoenaed by a court. The confidentiality, and limits of it, will be discussed with each client and involved party.