Values

• Family, language, culture and community are key to developing and nurturing a child’s sound mental health.
• Diverse mental health strategies and approaches will assist a child and his/her family to avoid, overcome or lessen the severity of his or her mental health problems.
• Client involvement and partnership is grounded on mutual trust, respect and a full appreciation of one another’s perspectives.
• Community based prevention and early intervention services are fundamental to helping children and their families recognize and build on their existing strengths.