Concepts in Mental Health and Resilience

10/24/2025

HAVE YOU HEARD?! We are hosting a Grand Opening event at our new location on Fairview Drive...and YOU are invited! Drop in and check out the new clinic on Saturday, November 8th between 12pm-4pm to see what we are all about, meet our team and find out how you can get involved.

* Celebrate with us at 12pm for our ribbon cutting ceremony
* Enter to win one of our fantastic door prizes
* Enjoy free food and refreshments
* Explore various psycho-educational opportunities
* Participate in FREE family friendly activities such as face painting, arts and crafts projects, a tabletop roleplaying game demonstration, a kickboxing demonstration and more!

Hope to see you there!

10/16/2025

It’s a beautiful day for our new signs to go up! 💙☀️

10/14/2025

Want to learn how to play the guitar? 🔥🎸🎶 We are now accepting new clients!
Our mission is to teach guitar in a way that supports mental health, confidence and joy. Our flexible, learner-centered approach meets each person where they are and celebrates progress at their own pace. Lessons are short, engaging and supported with clear visual aids to reduce overwhelm and build motivation. Ready to feel better and play better? Let's make music a positive part of your day!
To register, visit the Program Registration page at www.cmhrm.ca

10/13/2025

just a little thanksgiving therapeutic art journaling/poetry from Nikki 💕 How are you practising gratitude this holiday Monday? 🌻 Brantford Theatre Company & Expressive Arts Studio

10/10/2025

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World Mental Health Day! 🌎

Today, we join people around the world in raising awareness, promoting education, and advocating for better mental health for all.

This year’s theme is “Access to Services: Mental Health in Catastrophes and Emergencies” which highlights the urgent need to ensure everyone can access mental health care and community supports, especially in times of crisis such as natural disasters and conflict.

Access to mental health services isn’t just about treatment, it’s about connection, belonging, and having a supportive community.

A strong sense of community is essential to our well-being. It helps us thrive, and for those living with mental illness, it can make all the difference in easing feelings of loneliness and isolation.

At HOPE, our weekend drop-in programs provide many of the key elements that support mental wellness, including:
🌻 A sense of belonging by offering a place where you can be yourself and be appreciated for your unique qualities.
🌻 Genuine support from peers who understand and can walk alongside you through life’s challenges.

Together, we can help ensure that no one faces mental health challenges alone.
Let’s continue to build communities of care, compassion, and connection.
Not just today, but every day. 💚

10/09/2025

👀 some pretty fantastic new things coming soon...🥋stay tuned!!

10/08/2025

Tuesday nights at the clinic!

✨Acting Up! Program Casting Call - Do you have a young person at home with a flair for the dramatic? 🤩 WELL did you know that our ACTING UP! Program Highlights include;

▪Improvisation & Spontaneity: Unleash creativity and quick thinking, reducing self-consciousness.
▪Character Exploration: Develop empathy and understanding of diverse perspectives.
▪Vocal & Physical Expression: Build confidence in communication and body language.
▪Collaborative Storytelling: Foster teamwork, active listening, and shared achievement.
▪Mindful Movement & Breathwork: Integrate techniques for managing stress and enhancing focus.
▪Performance Showcase (Optional/Low-Pressure): A celebratory opportunity to share learned skills in a supportive environment, focusing on process over perfection.

This program for ages 7-14 is designed to help youth empower themselves to discover their voice, embrace their potential, and shine brightly, both on and off the stage!
🎭 Register for Acting Up! today by visiting the Program Registration page on www.cmhrm.ca

10/06/2025

Consider investing in your team’s well-being—because a mentally healthy workplace is a stronger, more resilient one. 🍂

Promote a healthier, more productive work environment with our workplace mental health consulting services. We partner with organizations to assess mental health needs, reduce stigma, and implement effective strategies that support employee well-being. From policy development and leadership training to staff workshops and crisis response planning, our evidence-based approach helps create a culture where mental health is prioritized.

Let's get started!

10/03/2025

Did you know that rolling a D20 could be one of the best things you do for your mental health? 🎲🐉Here at the clinic, we're harnessing the power of collaborative storytelling and heroic fantasy through a Dungeons & Dragons (D&D) campaign for adults every other Friday night! How does D&D contribute to mental health wellness? We are glad you asked!

▪Improving on Social Skills in a Safe Space: D&D is inherently a social game. It gives players a low-stakes environment to practice essential social skills like communication, negotiation, and conflict resolution. It can be incredibly helpful for those struggling with social anxiety or difficulty making connections.

▪Boosted Self-Confidence: Creating and embodying a character who overcomes challenges can be deeply empowering. When your character succeeds, you succeed. This can translate to a powerful boost in self-esteem and self-efficacy (the belief in your ability to succeed).

▪Emotional Expression and Exploration: Roleplaying allows you to explore difficult emotions, decisions, and scenarios from a safe distance. Want to see what it feels like to be decisive, assertive, or vulnerable? Your character is the perfect proxy for emotional exploration and understanding your own reactions.

▪Tackling Anxiety and Depression: D&D encourages mindfulness and focus on the current moment—the adventure at hand. The structure and collaborative nature of the game offer a distraction from ruminative thoughts, and the social connection can combat feelings of isolation that often accompany depression.

▪Creative Problem Solving: Every session throws new problems at the group, demanding creative thinking and collaboration. This practice in flexible thinking can improve your ability to approach real-life challenges with a more adaptable and resourceful mindset.

Ready to Join the Quest? You don't need any prior experience or equipment—just a willingness to embark on an adventure and we will help with the rest!

To register for D&D, visit https://www.cmhrm.ca/program-registrations

09/30/2025

Today we are holding space in our minds and hearts to honour the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation and Orange Shirt Day. We give pause to reflect on the great many Indigenous individuals, families and communities who continue to suffer from generational trauma and the lasting effects from the horrific residential school system.

Our Therapeutic Art Coach Nikki and her daughter paid the Woodland Cultural Centre a visit for the grand opening of the museum today, to learn more about their own Indigenous heritage. Around 15,000 children from 60 communities across Canada attended the residential school formerly known as the Mohawk Institute, or "Mush Hole" run by the Anglican Church and federal government from 1828 until 1970. Nikki's great grandmother was one of those children.

The visit was impactful, insightful and emotional. Please consider learning more about how you can support the incredible work they do at the Woodland Cultural Centre, or planning your own visit. 🧡

09/26/2025

Hands up if Gertie has welcomed you to the clinic this warmly 🤣🐾💕 She is just the most wonderful emotional support pup!

Have YOU been to our new location on Fairview Drive? What do you think?! We love that there’s so much more room for all our different services!

From Kickboxing, Personal Training, Nutrition and Wellness Coaching to Therapeutic Arts Coaching and Programming - we have something for everyone. Message us today to find out how our services may be able to assist you in your healing journey 🍃

09/24/2025

Look at this beautiful face! Daisy is looking absolutely adorable after her grooming session with Brantford Professional Mobile Pet Groomers!🌼 What's your favourite part of a fresh groom? Let us know in the comments
Our mobile team is now accepting new clients in and around the Brantford area! Call 519-753-5516 to schedule a grooming session for your adorable pet!