Trauma for teens & young adults
When a young person loses a loved one, sees violence in their home, experiences abuse or witnesses a national tragedy, there can be serious and long-term impacts. Without support from experienced mental health professionals, it can be difficult for these young people to understand and communicate their feelings.
Trauma can cause feelings of guilt, shame and anxiety, and can even escalate to self-harm or thoughts of suicide. It’s important that no young person in our community gets to the point where they are without hope or a clear path forward.
Find resources to help support teens and young adults in Stark County as they find healthy, positive ways to cope with trauma.
Types of traumatic events
For teens and young adults, traumatic events are experiences that compromise their safety and security. These could be things like:
- Disruption in family life (separation, divorce, death of a loved one, parent incarceration, etc.)
- Experience in the foster or child welfare system
- Exposure to the criminal justice system
- Human trafficking and human servitude
- Involvement with drug and alcohol use
- Isolated incidences of violence and abuse
- Ongoing physical or emotional trauma (abuse or neglect)
- Seeing violence, crime or abuse in the community
- Witnessing domestic violence or emotional abuse at home
It is important to know that what might be considered trauma for one person might not be trauma for someone else. It is always a good idea to seek out support from a professional counselor if you believe you or someone you know has been traumatized.
References
Alliance resources
Suite G
Alliance, OH 44601
Alliance, OH 44601
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Child & Adolescent Behavioral Health: Alliance
Mental and behavioral health services for Alliance children and families.
1207 West State St.Suite G
Alliance, OH 44601
Phone: (330) 823-5335
Phone: (330) 823-5335
Coleman Health Services - Alliance
Offers comprehensive, whole person treatment to children, adults and families in the communities we serve – regardless of their ability to pay Delivers mental health, substance use, residential, and rehabilitation services Walk-in Clinic: Mon- Fri 11am – 12pm Clinical Services Recovery includes behavioral health, counseling, case management, substance use treatment, walk-in services, psychiatry, and crisis intervention and stabilization Residential Services Housing assistance, group housing, youth transitional services, budget management classes and other programs that help prepare clients for independent living Supportive Services Guardianship and family care, jail liaison support, adult protective services, adult day care services and eldercare case management Employment Services Job matching, assistance with interviewing, securing transportation and more
1410 West State St.Alliance, OH 44601
Phone: (330) 823-6932
Phone: (330) 823-6932
CommQuest Alliance
CommQuest Alliance Outpatient Addiction and mental health counseling, psychiatric services, case management, and rape crisis Walk-in Assessment Hours:
Monday: 12pm - 2pm
Tuesday: 11am - 1pm
Wednesday: 9:30am - 10:30am
Thursday: 1:30pm - 3:30pm
1207 West State St.Suites F & M
Alliance, OH 44601
Phone: (330) 821-8407
Phone: (330) 821-8407
Fax: (330) 821-8506
Fax: (330) 821-8506
Stark County Sexual Assault Hotline - to connect to Alliance Rape Crisis Program: (330) 452-1111
Stark County Sexual Assault Hotline - to connect to Alliance Rape Crisis Program: (330) 452-1111
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Phoenix Rising Behavioral Health & Recovery of Alliance
Provides outpatient psychiatric, counseling, and case management services to children, adolescents, and adults Mental health & illness, addictions, dual disorders, behavioral issues, trauma Closed Friday, clients directed to Canton if an emergency or direct care needed Therapy & Counseling Individual
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Couples/Marital Psychiatric Services Doctor (Psychiatrist)
Advanced Nurse Practitioners
LPNs Case Management Working with adults, adolescents, and children, as well as families in community/natural environments to improve symptom management, coping, and achievement of greater independence
1844 W State StAlliance, OH 44601
Phone: (330) 493-4553
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Canton resources
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4KidHelp
Promoting family strength and resiliency throughout Stark County:
4368 Dressler Rd. NW- Psychiatry services
- Medication management
Canton, OH 44718
Phone: (330) 433-1300
Phone: (330) 433-1300
Barbara Fordyce, PhD. & Associates
Comprehensive psychological services for children, transitional youth and adults.
4319 Hills and Dales Rd NWCanton, OH 44708
Phone: (330) 492-2006
Phone: (330) 492-2006
Canton Community KidSummit Against Drugs
Prevention services promoting abstinence from alcohol, tobacco and other drugs (AToD).
1227 Gross Ave. NECanton, OH 44705
Phone: (330) 453-1155
Phone: (330) 453-1155
Child & Adolescent Behavioral Health: Belden Village
Mental and behavioral health services for children and families.
4641 Fulton Dr. NWCanton, OH 44718
Phone: (330) 433-6075
Phone: (330) 433-6075
Child & Adolescent Behavioral Health: Plain Community
Mental and behavioral health services for children and families.
1811 Schneider St. NEDoor 6
Canton, OH 44721
Phone: (330) 470-4061
Phone: (330) 470-4061
Child & Adolescent Behavioral Health: Shipley Office
Mental and behavioral health services for children and families.
919 2nd St. NECanton, OH 44704
Phone: (330) 454-7917
Phone: (330) 454-7917
Children’s Network of Stark County
Helping to investigate and prosecute crimes against children.
213 Market Ave. NSuite 200
Canton, OH 44702
Phone: (330) 451-1700
Phone: (330) 451-1700
Coleman Health Services - Canton
Offers comprehensive, whole person treatment to children, adults and families in the communities we serve – regardless of their ability to pay Delivers mental health, substance use, residential, and rehabilitation services Walk-in Clinic: Mon- Fri 8am – 2pm Clinical Services Recovery includes behavioral health, counseling, case management, substance use treatment, walk-in services, psychiatry, and crisis intervention and stabilization Residential Services Housing assistance, group housing, youth transitional services, budget management classes and other programs that help prepare clients for independent living Supportive Services Guardianship and family care, jail liaison support, adult protective services, adult day care services and eldercare case management Employment Services Job matching, assistance with interviewing, securing transportation and more
400 Tuscarawas St. WSuite 200
Canton, OH 44702
Phone: (330) 438-2400
Phone: (330) 438-2400
CommQuest Canton
Addiction and mental health counseling, psychiatric services, case management, education and employment services, detox, hot meals, social center
- CommQuest Cleveland Ave Outpatient - 625 Cleveland Ave NW Canton, OH 44702 Addiction and mental health counseling, psychiatric services, case management, and Supported Employment Program Phone: 330-445-2677 Site Hours Monday, Tuesday, Thursday: 8:00am - 6:00pm Wednesday: 8:00am - 7:00pm Friday: 8:00am - 1:00pm Walk-In Assessment Hours Monday & Tuesday: 8:30am - 11:30am Wednesday: 12:30pm - 3:30pm Thursday: 2:30pm - 3:30pm
- CommQuest Market Ave Outpatient - 1341 Market Ave N Canton, OH 44714 Medication-assisted treatment, addiction and mental health counseling, Mom + Me program, drug screenings, and Family Support Group Phone: 330-453-8252 Site Hours Monday - Thursday: 7:30am - 7:00pm Friday: 7:30am - 1:00pm Dosing Hours Monday - Friday 6:00am - 10:00am Saturday: 6:00am - 7:00am OTP Clinic Hours Monday - Thursday: 7:00am - 3:00pm Friday: 7:00am - 1:00pm Urine Drug Screen Hours Monday - Thursday: 6:00am - 1:30pm Friday: 6:00am - 12:30pm Walk-In Assessment Hours Monday: 10:30am - 2:30pm Tuesday: 9:30am - 4:30pm Wednesday: 8:30am - 2:30pm Thursday: 9:30am - 1:30pm Friday: 8:30am - 9:30am
- CommQuest Detox - 2600 6th St SW Canton, OH 44710 Phone: 330-830-3393 Enrollment Hours Any day 7:00am - 10:00pm Walk-In Assessment Hours Monday - Friday: 7:00am - 7:00pm
- CommQuest Samaritans Table - 627 McKinley Ave NW Canton, OH 44703 Hot meal service Thursdays 11:00am - 1:00pm Phone: 330-454-8044
- CommQuest Canton Friendship - 2200 Cleveland Ave NW Canton, OH 44709 Social center, hot meal program, and group skills instruction Phone: 330-453-8776
- CommQuest Payee Center - 601 Cleveland Ave NW Canton, OH 44702 Financial assistance for those who want or need a payee Phone: 330-453-4275 Window Hours Wednesdays 9:00am - 12:00pm Phone Hours Monday, Wednesday, and Friday 10:00am - 2:00pm
- CommQuest Metropolitan Centre - 601 Cleveland Ave NW Canton, OH 44702 Administration, education & employment services, school-based services, marketing, fund development and training Phone: 330-455-0374
COMPASS Rape Crisis
24/7 Confidential Hotline: 330-452-1111 Mental health, counseling, and case management services for all survivors of rape and sexual assault Confidential Hotline
Hospital Advocacy
Justice System Advocacy
408 9th St. SWCanton, OH 44707
24/7 Phone: (330) 452-1111
24/7 Phone: (330) 452-1111
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Encompass Christian Counseling
Licensed professional therapy and addiction services from a Christian perspective Click "Learn more" for additional locations Not all services are offered in each office. Please call the location for additional, location-specific information.
7317 Portage St. NW- Perry Christian Church 139 Perry Drive NW Canton, OH 44708 330-966-1620
- First Christian Church 6900 Market Ave N Canton, OH 44721 330-595-2039
Massillon, OH 44646
Phone: (330) 966-1620
Phone: (330) 966-1620
Help Me Grow-Home Visiting
Home Visiting is a voluntary, home-based program offered at no cost to your family. Our home visitors are well-trained professionals who use a compassionate approach that offers information and support during pregnancy, and empowers you as the parent with skills, tools, and confidence to nurture the healthy growth of your child through the earliest years – a critical time of development.
6057 Strip Ave NWWHO SHOULD BE REFERRED?
Pregnant women and families with young children.Supporting first-time parents with home visiting services for children up to 3 years old
WHAT CAN YOU EXPECT?
Once your family has been referred, you will be assigned a home visitor, who will provide caring support and reliable information on the topics that matter most to you about your pregnancy and child’s development. Whether it’s what you can do to strive for a healthy pregnancy; how to soothe your crying baby; how to manage sleep (yours included!); or how to deal with the stresses of parenting; your home visitor is there to help, listen to your concerns, and connect you to community resources based off of your needs. We invest in you to make your own decisions about what is best for you and your child.
BENEFITS OF HOME VISITING
Healthy birth outcomes - Pregnant women who participated in Home Visiting had 48 percent fewer low birth weight babies. Source.
Increasing children’s school readiness - Children who participated in Home Visiting scored 25 percent higher on first through third grade reading and math achievement tests. Source.
North Canton, OH 44720
Phone: 330-492-8136, ext. 1480
Phone: 330-492-8136, ext. 1480
Ohio MENTOR & IFCS
Foster care and mental health services for young people with emotional, behavioral and other complex challenges.
4942 Higbee Ave NWSuite C & D
Canton, OH 44718
Phone: (330) 491-4331
Phone: (330) 491-4331
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OhioGuidestone
Providing counseling, support, advocacy, and education with a focus on prevention and treatment in the home, community, office, or telehealth. Additional Program:
The Prevent Relapse Occurrence Team with Enhanced Case management and Treatment (Protect) works with juveniles who have shown sexual behavior problems who are not incarcerated or are returning to the community following separation. PROTECT services are designed to work specifically with individuals who have been identified as participating in “sexting” behavior or other minor-related sexual behavioral issues.
4579 Everhard Rd NWSuite A
North Canton, OH 44718
Phone: (440) 260-6466
Phone: (440) 260-6466
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Pathway Caring for Children
Helping families to build trusting and lasting relationships for a lifetime:
4895 Dressler Rd. NW- Individual or group therapy
- Support groups
- Case management
Suite A
Canton, OH 44718
Phone: (330) 493-0083
Phone: (330) 493-0083
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Phoenix Rising Behavioral Health and Recovery Inc.
Provides outpatient psychiatric, counseling, and case management services to children, adolescents, and adults Mental health & illness, addictions, dual disorders, behavioral issues, trauma Therapy & Counseling Individual
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Couples/Marital Psychiatric Services Doctor (Psychiatrist)
Advanced Nurse Practitioners
LPNs Case Management Working with adults, adolescents, and children, as well as families in community/natural environments to improve symptom management, coping, and achievement of greater independence.
624 Market Ave. NCanton, OH 44702
Phone: (330) 493-4553
Phone: (330) 493-4553
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Psychological & Family Consultants, Inc.
Counseling services for depression, anxiety, stress, family difficulties and more.
4572 Dressler Rd. NWCanton, OH 44718
Phone: (330) 493-4220
Phone: (330) 493-4220
Richard A. George
Professional counseling services for children, adolescents and adults in Stark County.
3118 Cleveland Ave. NWCanton, OH 44709
Phone: (330) 492-9913
Phone: (330) 492-9913
SAFY of Ohio: Canton/Akron
Community-based support services for Ohio families:
6279 Frank Ave. NW- Adoption services
- Behavioral health
- Family preservation
- Older youth services
- Therapeutic foster care
Canton, OH 44720
Phone: (330) 305-1668
Phone: (330) 305-1668
Stark County Family Council
Wraparound services for youth and families who have complex, multi-system needs. Visit their website for more information.
6057 Strip Ave NWNorth Canton, OH 44720
Phone: 330-492-8136
Phone: 330-492-8136
Stark County Job & Family Services
Report child abuse: 330-455-KIDS / 1-800-233-5437 Partner with our customers, community and other service providers to protect children and vulnerable adults, stabilize and strengthen families, and encourage self-sufficiency and personal responsibility. Cash assistance
Food assistance
Medicaid & Medical
Non-emergency transportation
Child care services
Work experience program
Foster care & adoption
Kinship care
Child support services
221 3rd St. SECanton, OH 44702
Toll free: 1 (888) 698-6893
Toll free: 1 (888) 698-6893
Local: (330) 452-4661
Local: (330) 452-4661
TDD: (330) 451-8879
TDD: (330) 451-8879
Email: [email protected]
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Stark County Mental Health & Addiction Recovery
Funding for mental health and addiction prevention, treatment and recovery support services. Visit their website for more information about StarkMHAR.
121 Cleveland Ave. SWCanton, OH 44702
Phone: (330) 455-6644
Phone: (330) 455-6644
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Stark Community Support Network
Community safety net linking families to resources and social services.
1221 Harrisburg Rd. NECanton, OH 44705
Phone: (330) 455-2260
Phone: (330) 455-2260
Summit Psychological Associates: Downtown Canton
Comprehensive mental health and substance use services for prevention, treatment and recovery.
832 McKinley Ave NWCanton, OH 44703
Summit Psychological Associates: North Canton
Comprehensive mental health and substance use services for prevention, treatment and recovery.
4450 Belden Village St. NWSuite 701
Canton, OH 44718
Phone: (330) 493-2554
Phone: (330) 493-2554
Thrive Counseling Services
Youth counseling for children as young as 8 years old.
4119 Whipple Ave. NWSuite B
Canton, OH 44718
Phone: (330) 703-6578
Phone: (330) 703-6578
Hartville resources
Hartville, OH 44632
Kessler Psychological Services
Services for grief, trauma, LGBTQ+ support, stress management and general mental health.
311 South Prospect Ave.Hartville, OH 44632
Phone: (330) 877-2093
Phone: (330) 877-2093
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Massillon resources
Massillon, OH 44646
CommQuest Massillon
Addiction and mental health counseling, psychiatric services, case management, family housing, male residential addiction treatment, driver intervention program
- CommQuest Massillon Outpatient Addiction and mental health counseling, psychiatric services and case management Phone: 330-833-0234 Fax: 330-837-7705 130 1st St NW Massillon, OH 44647 Walk-In Assessment Hours: Monday: 11:30am - 2:30pm Tuesday: 11:30am - 1:30pm Wednesday: 10:30am - 12:30pm Thursday: 9:30am - 10:30am Friday: 9:30am - 10:30am
- CommQuest Family Living Center Housing for homeless families If looking to be placed at a shelter in Stark County, you must call the Homeless Hotline at 330-452-4363 Phone: 330-452-9807 412 Lincoln Way East Massillon, OH 44646
- CommQuest Massillon Recovery Campus Wilson Hall - male residential addiction treatment and Driver Intervention Program Wilson Hall Phone: 330-830-8740 DIP Phone: 330-834-1934 1680 Nave Rd Se Massillon, OH 44646
Encompass Christian Counseling
Licensed professional therapy and addiction services from a Christian perspective Click "Learn more" for additional locations Not all services are offered in each office. Please call the location for additional, location-specific information.
7317 Portage St. NW- Perry Christian Church 139 Perry Drive NW Canton, OH 44708 330-966-1620
- First Christian Church 6900 Market Ave N Canton, OH 44721 330-595-2039
Massillon, OH 44646
Phone: (330) 966-1620
Phone: (330) 966-1620
North Canton resources
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North Canton, OH 44720
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North Canton, OH 44720
Massillon, OH 44646
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North Canton, OH 44720
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North Canton, OH 44720
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Aria LG Counseling and Wellness Center
Licensed counseling services for North Canton women and families.
1303 West Maple St.Suite 102
North Canton, OH 44720
Phone: 330-371-0529
Phone: 330-371-0529
Building Blocks Counseling Center
Mental health and substance use prevention, treatment and recovery services.
7300 Whipple Ave. NWSuite 1
North Canton, OH 44720
Phone: (330) 433-2390
Phone: (330) 433-2390
Encompass Christian Counseling
Licensed professional therapy and addiction services from a Christian perspective Click "Learn more" for additional locations Not all services are offered in each office. Please call the location for additional, location-specific information.
7317 Portage St. NW- Perry Christian Church 139 Perry Drive NW Canton, OH 44708 330-966-1620
- First Christian Church 6900 Market Ave N Canton, OH 44721 330-595-2039
Massillon, OH 44646
Phone: (330) 966-1620
Phone: (330) 966-1620
Family Care Counseling Center
A comprehensive mental health center for Stark County and surrounding areas.
1303 W Maple St#103
North Canton, OH 44720
Phone: 330-966-8677
Phone: 330-966-8677
Father Matthew Herttna Counseling Center
Mental health counseling and referrals available at the Walsh University campus.
2020 East Maple St.North Canton, OH 44720
Phone: (330) 490-7248
Phone: (330) 490-7248
The Gentle Shepherd Counseling Center
Licensed counselors treating and diagnosing mental health conditions.
1469 South Main St.North Canton, OH 44720
Phone: (330) 499-3065
Phone: (330) 499-3065
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North Canton Therapy Works
Counseling and therapy services for individuals, couples and families in North Canton.
1206 North Main St.North Canton, OH 44720
Phone: (330) 433-2688
Phone: (330) 433-2688
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The Relationship Center
Family and relationship counseling for individuals, couples and families.
7023 Mears Gate Dr. NWSuite A
North Canton, OH 44720
Phone: (330) 497-2452
Phone: (330) 497-2452
Sky Witness Healing Arts
Mental health and psychiatric care in North Canton.
452 North Main St.North Canton, OH 44720
Phone: (330) 510-4921
Phone: (330) 510-4921
Vista Psychological & Counseling Centre, LLC
Affordable health care for adults, children and families.
1201 South Main St.Suite 100
North Canton, OH 44720
Phone: (330) 244-8782
Phone: (330) 244-8782
We Care Counseling, Inc.
Counselors specializing in complex trauma, depression, anxiety, substance use, addiction and transitional youth.
7300 Whipple Ave. NWSuite 2
North Canton, OH 44720
Phone: (330) 305-9100
Phone: (330) 305-9100
Helpful links
5 Tips for Providing Trauma-Informed Sex Education
Tips for teachers to make sex education more sensitive to students who have experienced trauma.
Child Trauma and its Effects: Implications for Police
A new perspective on how policing could help bridge the gap between law enforcement and young people with traumatic pasts.
Handbook for Recovery after a Suicide Attempt
Learn about strategies to cope and find hope after a suicide attempt.
Improving Attachment Between Mothers and Children
Helping mothers with difficult pasts connect with their children.
Juvenile Justice Bulletin
Investigating the long-term outcomes and mental health needs of youth and teens who have been detained in the juvenile justice system.
SAMHSA’s Concept of Trauma and Guidance for a Trauma-Informed Approach
Learn how community agencies and service providers can help address trauma through public education and awareness, prevention and early identification.
Trauma-Informed Approaches: Federal Activities and Initiatives
Strategies for service providers to support women with histories of abuse and trauma.