Peace

What is peace?

PEACE stands for Prevention, Education, Advocacy, Counselling, and Empowerment. 

The PEACE Program provides culturally sensitive, child-centered individual and group counselling for children and youth ages 3-18 who have witnessed and/or experienced family violence.

FAQ

PEACE is for children and youth ages 3-18 who have experienced and/or witnessed family violence.

We serve people of all genders and sexualities. Our space is inclusive and your safety is of utmost importance.

PEACE is a free counselling program; we will not charge you for our services.

If you’d like to support the work we do, you can make a donation here. 

Because of the depth and length of the program, we often have a waiting period of about one year. We recommend that PEACE be part of a long-term care plan. Those on our waiting list are encouraged to use other, short-term resources (we can recommend a few).

We believe deeply in a client-centered approach to work. This means that YOU play an active role in what happens; therapy isn’t being done to you.

The PEACE program offers a diverse range in types of therapies, like play, art, and talk. This means that what your sessions look like will depend on your individuals needs and personality.

That’s okay!

We’re here to help you feel comfortable with the process. You can ask us as many questions as you want. There’s nothing special you need to ‘know’ about therapy in order to get started.

People usually meet with us for up to one year. This allows for deeper work in resolving trauma, developing emotional skills, and supporting growth.

How will we do this? We might explore themes such as:

  • establishing a sense of safety
  • identifying and acknowledging emotions
  • boundaries
  • strengthening attachment relationships 
  • confidence and connection
  • communication and conflict resolution skills
  • the impact of trauma on behaviour
  • healing and strengths 
  • self-esteem
  • self-care practices
  • developing peer relationships

Referrals for all ages (3-18) can be made by parents or carers. Youth can self-refer.

We welcome inquiries from educators, social workers, and other service providers.
However, family involvement is necessary in order to actually open a referral. 

Yes!
For more information and to make sure you’re eligible, please get in touch with us. 

I was able to build trust and open up about things I haven’t told anyone.

— SAIP Client

I feel more aware of and more connected to myself.

— SAIP Client

I am so happy with the person I am becoming because of my work with you.

— SAIP Client

Get in touch

Do you know a child or youth who could benefit from our free program? To make a referral or for more information:

Vancouver: 604 874 2938 ext. 4100
Richmond: 604 279 7100
New Westminster: 604 525 9144

E: [email protected]

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