Children & Youth
Support built around who you are.
Seeing the Whole Person
Every child and young person deserves to be known for more than a diagnosis or a difficult moment. We listen to the people who know them best and look beneath what is happening on the surface. Because all behaviour is a form of communication, understanding its meaning can open the door to greater trust and possibility.
Support That Fits
Young people may need help with strong emotions, communication, sensory needs or everyday transitions. Dorey responds with compassion and a trauma-informed perspective. We do not try to change who a young person is. We work to understand what is getting in the way and create support that helps daily life feel safer and more manageable.
Building Skills and Confidence
Support is shaped around the individual and may include behavioural services, skill-building or help at home and in the community. The exact approach depends on the person’s needs and available services. We value steady relationships and practical strategies. A calmer transition, a new communication skill or a moment of independence can become the beginning of lasting change.
Creating New Possibilities
We do not define young people by the hardest part of their story. We stay curious and keep looking for an approach that can help them move forward. For Dorey, hope means showing up and building trust. It means creating the conditions where progress can take root. Contact our team to discuss your needs and possible next steps.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS ABOUT CHILDREN & YOUTH SERVICES
What behavioural support does Dorey provide for children and youth?
Dorey provides personalised behavioural support for children and youth in New Brunswick. Depending on a person’s needs, goals, eligibility, and current availability, support may include skill-building, structured programming, in-home or community-based support, residential care, or coordination with clinical and professional partners. Contact Dorey to discuss which options may be relevant.
Does a child need a diagnosis to contact Dorey Behavioural Services?
No, you do not need a diagnosis. Dorey looks at the whole person, the challenges affecting daily life, and the support being requested. Eligibility and referral requirements may vary by service, so the best first step is to contact the team and describe the situation.
Can Dorey support children with complex communication or sensory needs?
Yes. Dorey has experience supporting children with complex behavioural profiles, including young people who communicate non-verbally or have significant sensory needs. Any proposed support is considered individually and depends on whether Dorey can safely and appropriately meet the person’s needs.
How does Dorey create a support plan for a child or youth?
The process starts with listening and learning. Dorey considers the young person’s strengths, communication, routines, relationships, environment, needs, and goals, along with information from a guardian or caregiver and involved professionals. From there, the team works collaboratively to shape an individualised approach and review it as needs evolve.
Let’s start with the person.
Contact Dorey to discuss your child’s needs and explore an appropriate next step.