Our Story

The story of the Burnaby Community Mental Health and Substance Use Centre is one deeply rooted in personal experience and community need. When I first entered the mental health field, I was struck by the lack of accessible resources for individuals facing these persistent challenges. This inspired me to create a center that values authentic connections and individualized care. Each session we handle is not just a clinical interaction but a chance to foster trust and rapport. We draw from community strengths and client narratives, focusing on practical solutions that resonate with their unique circumstances. Witnessing the transformation in our clients regularly motivates our continual growth—each breakthrough serves as a reminder of why we ventured into this field in the first place: to create a safe haven for healing in Burnaby.