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We invite you to read on and learn more about our services and supports. If there is anything we can do to make your visit more comfortable, please do not hesitate to speak to any of our dedicated staff, give us a call or send us an email. We are very interested in learning from your experiences, your ideas and your opinions.
The Eating Disorder Program offers treatment to individuals and their families who are experiencing problems with normal eating, weight and body image.
Treatment in this program involves a two-track approach. The first is geared to the normalization of eating and the stabilization of weight in order to eliminate the effects of starvation or chaotic eating patterns as they can drastically alter personality. The second is focused on addressing the underlying issues that contribute to the onset and maintenance of the disordered eating.
In addition to treating individuals and families with disordered eating, our program promotes healthy eating, active living and self-acceptance. This is difficult for some of us, especially adolescents
- Be a critical viewer of the media
- Be kind to yourself
- Build healthy relationship
- Learn to manage your stress
- Remember we come in all shapes and sizes
- Learn what normal eating is
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Kerry Bourret
M.A. Psychometrist |
Karen DeGagne White
M.S.W., R.S.W.
Regional Resource Clinician |
Margot Mercier
M.S.W., C.S.W
Mental Health Clinician |
Dr. Ron Davis
Ph.D,C.Psych. |
Tiina Heimonen
M.A Psychometrist |
John A. Esposti
M.S.W., R.S.W.
Family Therapist |
Karrin S. Steudle
B.Sc., R.D.
Registered Dietitian |
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The Personal Development Centre offers an innovative approach to treating personal problems stemming from a variety of lifestyle stressors. Often we deal with personal problems without the need for specialized support or guidance. At other times, problems are not so easily resolved. Out team of qualified professionals can work with you towards overcoming difficult personal problems.
Our treatment model is based on a combination of both individual and group experiences tailored to your specific needs. With your input, we can help you work towards improving the quality of your daily life and assist you towards maximizing your potential as a unique individual.
We recognize that personal problems are often multi-faceted in nature. Depending on your needs, treatment options can include assessment, treatment planning, individual counselling and educational courses. We can provide assistance with a variety of mental health issues such as; depression, anxiety, stress related problems, self-esteem issues, difficulty coping, grief issues, relationships and spiritual issues.
Our goal at the Personal Development Centre is to help you learn more about yourself in order that you can cope more effectively with your life.
Our multidisciplinary team consists of a psychologist, psychometrists, a social worker, mental health nurses and a pastoral care associate. Our combined years of experience and varied backgrounds provide a wealth of expertise in helping clients deal with personal problems.
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The name “Smith Clinic has been well-known in Thunder Bay for a long time. Even after being re-named in 1997 to “The Sister Margaret Smith Centre,” our building is still known by its old name. Unfortunately, when people use the old name, they assume that nothing has changed her in all that time, that we are still doing things the way we were doing them 20 years ago. Our program has changed quite a bit since the name change, along with our staff, and our philosophy of service.
Our mission at the Sister Margaret Smith Centre (in cooperation with the Balmoral Withdrawal Management Centre) is to assist people make healthy change in their lives by providing individuals and loved ones with accessible, comprehensive service. Some of these include: gender-specific day and residential intensive treatment, outreach, community treatment groups, and withdrawal management services. It takes courage to ask for help, and we appreciate that. Knowing this, we have become a “client centered” agency, which means that we use a variety of treatment approaches and resources based on the individual needs of each client.
“Courage is not the lack of fear. It is acting in spite of it.” – Mark Twain.
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The Youth Services program at the Sister Margaret Smith Centre offers a variety of substance abuse programs to youth ages 12 to 18. All programs incorporate a holistic approach with a harm reduction philosophy.
The five week intensive residential substance abuse program utilizes a cognitive behavioural approach to recovery, which focuses on changing behaviour through personal examination of beliefs and values. Group therapy, individual counselling, education sessions, life skill development, self-help introduction, leisure and recreation skills and relapse prevention are the core components of the residential program. The residential program offers 8 residential beds per treatment block to out of town youth and or local youth who require safety and supervision.
The five week intensive program is also offered on a day patient basis, Monday to Friday from 8:30 am to 3:30 pm. Day treatment clients participate in the same programming as the residential youth.
Community Based Services are provided in coordination with Thunder Bay Integrated Youth Services. The agencies involved include, Sister Margaret Smith Centre – Youth Services, Children's Centre Thunder Bay – New Experiences Program and Family Services Thunder Bay – Assessment and Referral Program. Thunder Bay Integrated Youth Services have a common intake, assessment, referral and case review system for all local youth receiving services in the Thunder Bay community.
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The Sister Margaret Smith Centre promotes a holistic approach to the treatment, education and prevention of problem gambling. Services are free and confidential.
Recreational gambling requires an understanding of the characteristics of low-risk gambling, as well as the signs of a gambling problem. Gambling counsellors are able to assist you in identifying responsible gambling behaviours and recognizing the warning signs of problem gambling.
For most people, gambling is a social or recreational activity, something that is fun and entertaining. But for others, gambling causes problems and for some it becomes uncontrollable. Everyone, including social gamblers, would benefit by knowing how to set limits and learning the warning sign of problem gambling.
If you are wondering if your life would be a little better if you or a loved one gambled less, contact the Gambling Program.
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Evelyn Bakich, RN, C.P.G.C.
Gambling Counsellor/ Consultant
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Erin Dietrich, HBA
Gambling Counsellor Adult Services |
Linda Stevens, BA
Gambling Counsellor
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Kim Gosnell, HBSW, RSW, ICADC
Gambling Counsellor, Adult Services |
The Balmoral Centre of St. Joseph's Care Group is a 15 bed, non-medical withdrawal management service providing a safe place for men and women to withdraw/detox from alcohol and other drugs. We are open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. There is no waiting period, no fees and your stay is voluntary. We are wheelchair accessible.
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