Supporting Families functions as a partnership between various community organizations in Richmond. Together, we provide services and support for children and youth affected by parental mental illness and addictions.

In the mid-2000’s, a group of health care, not-for-profit and social service providers gathered in Richmond to discuss and hold a series of community consultations about gaps in services. A clear theme emerged:  there was an unmet need for services to support children, youth and families affected by parental mental illness or substance use – especially among children and youth who were not themselves affected by a mental illness or substance use disorder and therefore not able to connect to many existing supports.  Thus, this program was born!

For more information on the programs and services we offer, please click HERE.

For more information on our programs’ Mission, Vision and Values, please click HERE.

Supporting Families Clinician

Nicole comes from a background of social service work with many years working as a support worker for adults with developmental disabilities. Through her work, she became interested in counselling and pursued a Master’s in Counselling Psychology. Nicole is passionate about working with families to strengthen their connection with themselves and with each other. She wants to empower families to feel supported in their unique struggles and to find appropriate services in a timely manner.

In her free time, Nicole loves hiking, reading books, watching shows, and dreaming about having her own dog.

E-mail: nicole@supportingfamilies.ca