You are worth the journey
Every woman deserves a safe space to heal, grow, and rediscover her strength. At Westminster House, we provide the treatment and care you need to reclaim your life.
Our Treatment Programs
Westminster House offers specialized treatment programs for youth girls, women, and all female-identifying individuals struggling with addiction. Our programs cater to both adults and youth, providing a safe and supportive environment for healing and recovery.
Let us help you or your loved one on the path to a healthier, happier life.
We don’t just treat the symptoms of addiction; we heal the whole woman. Our Social Recovery Model integrates body, mind, and spirit to help you move from survival mode to a life of purpose.
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Trauma-Informed Care
We understand that trauma is often the "why" behind the struggle. Our team is trained to recognize the trauma responses. We replace judgment with understanding, creating a safe space where you can finally let your guard down and begin to heal.
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Fueling the Mind & Body
Recovery is about more than staying sober—it’s about feeling alive again. Our wellness programming is designed to manage pain, reduce stress, and build healthy new habits.
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Physical Vitality: Yoga, fitness classes, and team sports.
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Creative Expression: Art and music therapy.
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Emotional Resilience: DBT, mindfulness, and culture groups.
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Real Tools for Real Life
Through individualized case management and group counseling, we give you the blueprint for a new lifestyle.
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The Foundation: 12-Step philosophy, relapse prevention, and self-esteem building.
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The Routine: Daily chores and food service to restore structure and accountability.
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The Community: Social events and recreation that prove life is better—and more fun—sober.
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Recovery is better together. By participating in the daily rhythm of our community, you gain more than just sobriety—you gain a sense of belonging.
The path to adulthood is hard enough—addiction shouldn't be part of it. Our specialized six-month program provides a safe, structured environment where young women and girls can pause, heal, and reset their futures.
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A Space Designed for Her
Youth live in a dedicated facility on our campus, ensuring a 24/7 supervised, peer-to-peer environment that is age-appropriate and secure. Here, she isn't just another patient; she is part of a community of young women reclaiming their potential.
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Healing from the Inside Out
Sustainable recovery requires digging deeper. We help our clients identify the "why" behind their addiction, replacing self-destruction with self-discovery.
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Person-Centered Goals: We build a custom roadmap for her recovery and her future.
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Dynamic Therapy: Engaging group sessions and educational workshops tailored to her age group.
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Wellness & Growth: Physical activities and creative programming to rediscover joy without substances.
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Building a Bright Future
Recovery at Westminster House isn't about what you lose—it's about what you gain. We focus on teaching the life skills, emotional resilience, and coping tools necessary to navigate the transition into adulthood with confidence.
If you suspect your child is struggling, professional help is available 24/7. Contact us at 1-866-524-5633.
The transition from treatment to daily life is a critical milestone. Our Aftercare Program bridges that gap, providing a safe, accountable environment where clients can apply their recovery tools in the real world. By focusing on Relapse Prevention, we help alumnae identify challenges before they become crises, ensuring long-term success and stability.
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Our Aftercare Services
We provide comprehensive, free-of-charge support to all alumnae, regardless of their graduation date:
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Clinical Support: Weekly facilitated relapse prevention groups and one-on-one aftercare counselling.
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Employment & Education: Access to our Volunteer Work Skills Training Program and assistance applying for BC provincial education grants.
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Housing & Health: Dedicated housing support, primary care fitness programming, and complimentary meals in our dining hall.
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Community Connection: Peer support opportunities to mentor newcomers and stay connected to the WHS community.
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The WHS Promise: Our doors and services remain open to ensure you have a safe environment to maintain your growth.
Support Programs
Our support extends far beyond primary treatment with a permanent community where you are always welcome. We provide specialized support groups, weekly family meetings, and free lifetime Aftercare, including housing support, career training, and "Meals for Life", to every alumnea, regardless of graduation.
What is Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT)?
DBT is a proven, evidence-based treatment designed to help individuals manage intense emotions and complex psychosocial challenges, including substance use. At WHS, we use DBT to help clients balance acceptance with change, providing the tools necessary to navigate life’s difficulties without reverting to old patterns.
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The Four Core Pillars of DBT
We focus on four essential skill sets to help you build a "life worth living":
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Mindfulness: Learning to stay fully aware and present in the moment.
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Interpersonal Effectiveness: Communicating your needs and setting boundaries while maintaining healthy relationships.
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Emotion Regulation: Gaining control over emotional experiences rather than being overwhelmed by them.
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Distress Tolerance: Building the internal strength to survive crises and manage emotional pain without acting impulsively.
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How we Integrate DBT
DBT is woven into the fabric of our daily programming. It is delivered through:
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Daily Support: Case managers utilize DBT tools to support individual client needs every day.
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Psychoeducational Groups: Core skills are integrated into all our group sessions.
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Enhanced DBT Program: A specialized, 8-session intensive program (split into 4 modules) is available for eligible clients.
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Who is it for
Our DBT programming is tailored for adults and emerging adults struggling with:
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Depression and anxiety
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Personality disorders
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Emotional "storms" or anger management
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Unstable relationships and chronic relapse
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Note on Participation: While DBT skills are part of our general curriculum, the Enhanced DBT Program is a limited-capacity group. Invitations are extended by Case Managers to clients who have stabilized and are ready to engage with this deeper level of work.
Get in Touch
Reach out with any questions you may have, and a member of our staff will be happy to assist you within 48 business hours. If it is an emergency, please call our 24 hour help line at: 1-866-524-5633.
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Westminster House Society respectfully acknowledges that the land we stand upon is the traditional unceded territory of the QayQayt and Sto:lo First Nations, and we recognize all Coast Salish and Sto:lo peoples on whose traditional and unceded territories we learn, play, work, and recover.