Counselling Services Available through Yellowhead Community Services Services are available to individuals residing in the North Thompson Valley from McLure to Blue River. Individuals are able to self refer by calling the Yellowhead Community Services (YCS) main office in Clearwater at (250) 674-2600 or the YCS Barriere office at (250) 672-9773. Individuals can also call 310-MHSU which will automatically connect them with the closest service provider.
Mental Health Counselling Mental Health Services are available to adults to assist those who are suffering from serious mental disorders, depression, self destructive behaviours, family conflict, stress issues and problems in daily living. The specific services that are available include the following:
Ashcroft Family Counselling
Family Counselling and Support Services supports diverse families with children under the age of 18 in the Ashcroft area and surrounding areas including Lytton to Clinton. Services increase the family's safety and well-being. Services are broad, promote empowerment, and are tailored to a family’s unique needs. A family counselor will support the family or youth in developing a service plan and, as appropriate, collaborate with other community professionals and the family's support network. Services offered:
Outcome Measurement Reports for our programs are available for you to download and read. Click here for the Dec 2023, Family Counselling Outcome Report Funded by the Ministry of Children and Family Development -- Referral Form
Clearwater 612 Park Drive, Clearwater, BC V0E 1N1 Phone: 250-674-2600 Fax: 250-674-3540 Email: Clearwater YCS Office Hours: Monday to Friday - 8:30 am to 12:00 pm & 1:00 to 4:30pm
Barriere 4936 Barriere Town Road Barriere, B.C. V0E 1E0 (in the old Barriere Ridge Elementary School) Phone: 250 672-9773 Fax: 250 672-9709 Email: Barriere YCS Office Hours: Monday – Thurs: 8:30 am – 12:00 and 1:00 pm – 4:30 pm Closed on weekends and all statutory holidays
Ashcroft 711 Hill Street, PO Box 599 Ashcroft, BC V0K 1A0 1-888-281-0107 Email: Ashcroft YCS