Educational Websites
trauma
This site shares information, resources, courses, and events around Polyvagal Theory.
www.rhythmofregulation.com
Deb Dana's website offering information on Polyvagal Theory. Deb Dana, LCSW is a clinician, consultant, author, and lecturer on Polyvagal Theory. Deb Dana is credited with adapting Polyvagal Theory to trauma treatment. This site offers events, resources, and trainings.
www.somaticexperiencing.com
Somatic experiencing is a body oriented approach to healing trauma. It is the life’s work of Dr. Peter Levine PhD. Website offers programs and resources.
www.pocketproject.org
The Pocket Project is an organization dedicated to growing a culture of trauma-informed care. Website offers courses, resources, and events.
Compassion
Site offers information, free practice resources, and training opportunities.
www.tarabrach.com
Dr. Tara Brach’s website offers teachings, resources, and free guided meditations.
www.brenebrown.com
Website offers Brene Brown’s books, podcasts, blogs, videos, and resources.
NEURODIVERSITY
This site offers information, resources, and programming about ADHD.
www.additudemag.com
A website full of resources on ADHD for both children and adults.
addiction
Connex Ontario 24/7 free access - connects Ontarians with addiction services.
www.canadiancentreforaddictions.org
Canadian Centre for Addictions free call centre for anyone - person will be guided towards help.
www.camh.ca
Centre for Addiction and Mental Health - Metro Addiction Assessment Referral Service (MAARS) self referral - call CAMH 416 535-8501 press 2 - front door to addiction system for Toronto residents.
www.tehn.ca
Michael Garron Hospital Rapid Access Addiction Medicine (RAAM) assessment and counselling. Get primary care physician to send in a referral. There are RAAM clinics across the city of Toronto.
www.aa.org
AA - 12 step program - there is also NA (Narcotics Anonymous).
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