In a world that constantly pushes us to do more, be more, and achieve more, it’s surprisingly easy to forget one essential skill: treating ourselves with kindness. Mindful self-compassion is the practice of noticing our struggles with awareness and responding to them with the same warmth we’d offer a friend.
When a child grows up, many parents hope the challenges of raising them will give way to celebration and peace. But for some families, adulthood doesn’t bring relief—it ushers in a new chapter of struggle. That’s where Parents Forever comes in.
Parents Forever is a professionally facilitated support group for parents of adult children (18+) who are navigating the painful realities of substance use disorder and other addictive behaviors. This isn’t just a meeting—it’s a lifeline.
Trauma may leave invisible wounds, but healing is possible—and hope is the light that guides us forward. Whether your trauma stems from a sudden event or a slow erosion of safety over time, recovery isn’t about erasing the past. It’s about reclaiming your present and reshaping your future with compassion and courage.
In a world that constantly pushes us to do more, be more, and achieve more, it’s surprisingly easy to forget one essential skill: treating ourselves with kindness. Mindful self-compassion is the practice of noticing our struggles with awareness and responding to them with the same warmth we’d offer a friend.
When a child grows up, many parents hope the challenges of raising them will give way to celebration and peace. But for some families, adulthood doesn’t bring relief—it ushers in a new chapter of struggle. That’s where Parents Forever comes in.
Parents Forever is a professionally facilitated support group for parents of adult children (18+) who are navigating the painful realities of substance use disorder and other addictive behaviors. This isn’t just a meeting—it’s a lifeline.
Trauma may leave invisible wounds, but healing is possible—and hope is the light that guides us forward. Whether your trauma stems from a sudden event or a slow erosion of safety over time, recovery isn’t about erasing the past. It’s about reclaiming your present and reshaping your future with compassion and courage.
Every calendar year, an eligible client can receive up to 22 hours of counselling performed by an eligible provider on a fee-for-service basis, such as, individual or group counselling. Additional hours in the same calendar year may be provided on a case-by-case basis. The psychotherapists within the Centre for Hope and Recovery are eligible providers within the NIHB program. Please contact us directly to inquire about this service.