What are Youth Overcoming Depression and Anxiety (YODA) Services?
YODA is a small group therapy program for young people in grades 6, 7, and 8 who are dealing with depression and/or anxiety. Groups are made up of 8 to 10 youth.
YODA is a small group therapy program for young people in grades 6, 7, and 8 who are dealing with depression and/or anxiety. Groups are made up of 8 to 10 youth.
Moving into the teen years can be a challenging time for young people. Many deal with depression and anxiety. If your child exhibits any of the following, the YODA program can help.
The aim of the YODA program is to improve the social and emotional well-being of children dealing with anxiety and depression. In a small group setting, facilitators help children find new ways to behave by changing their thought patterns. The program utilizes evidence based Cognitive
Behavioural Therapy (CBT), and the FRIENDS for Life Program to help young people reach their full potential. Children learn:
The YODA program also offers the additional services listed below.
YODA is a community based program. YODA is offered throughout the Halton region.
Programs run at the same time in North Halton, Oakville and Burlington. Transportation is the responsibility of the parent.
There is no cost for the program.
Therapy is offered in a variety of formats:
YODA 3 hours a week for 10 weeks
Family YODA evening program 2.5 hours a week for 8 weeks
Summer YODA 3 hours per day 8 sessions for 2 (4 days per week)
Fall Session: September to December
Winter Session: January to March
Spring Session: April to May
Summer Session: July/August (condensed to four sessions per week for 2 weeks)
If a child is in grade 6, 7, or 8 and showing symptoms of depression and anxiety, they can be referred to the YODA program. A parent, school staff or a community agency can make a referral.
For access to all ROCK services please call our Access Line @ 289-266-0036. This line is live answered Mon-Fri between 9 am – 5 pm. Our Virtual Walk-in Clinic is open and accessible Mon-Wed 9 am – 3 pm by calling our Access Line. In-person appointments will become available through the Access line. If you are in crisis, contact our 24/7 ROCK Crisis Line at 905-878-9785.
To learn more about the YODA program, please call us at 905-689-4727 and reach either Steven Kovar ext. 127 or Vanessa Marko ext. 121
After a referral is made, a Woodview staff member will contact you to discuss which YODA program best suits the needs of the family.