Services We Offer
The Roles Alliance for Mental Health and Wellness is dedicated to fostering emotional well-being and resilience in individuals and communities. We provide accessible mental health services, education, and support across the lifespan to empower people to lead healthier, more balanced lives.
Our mission is to destigmatize mental health challenges, nurture holistic healing, and build a community where mental wellness is a shared priority. Our hope is to build partnerships that promote mental wellness equity. Recognizing the urgent need for accessible mental health services in our community, we aim to provide comprehensive support, resources, and advocacy to address the unique challenges faced by Northern Ontario residents.
Clinicians from Roles & Associates Psychotherapy Services and its associated sites are part of this alliance, working together to support individuals and communities through professional mental health care.
The Need for Mental Health Support in Northern Ontario
The mental health needs in rural and Northern Ontario are profound. Residents face unique barriers, including limited access to psychotherapy, long wait times, and a shortage of mental health professionals. These challenges are compounded by the geographical vastness of the region and the lack of culturally responsive services. Families and individuals in Sudbury and surrounding areas are in urgent need of resources and support to address these gaps and promote mental wellness.
Our Vision for Year One
The first year of our initiative, starting in 2025, will focus on establishing a robust foundation to meet the growing mental health needs in Sudbury and beyond. Key objectives include:
• Launching Accessible Services: Setting up centralized and satellite mental health support services (both individual and group) to reach underserved populations.
• Building Community Partnerships: Collaborating with local organizations, schools, and healthcare providers to create an integrated support network.
• Education and Advocacy: Hosting workshops and seminars to raise awareness and reduce stigma around mental health challenges.
• Supporting Equity: Ensuring culturally responsive and inclusive services for all community members.
Group Series:
Menopause and Perimenopause - 4 Part Group Series
January 15, 22, 29 and February 4
The Roles Alliance for Mental Health and Wellness is pleased to offer a 4 part group series discussing Menopause and Perimenopause.
Join us on Zoom on Thursday evenings in January and February 2026 with Roberta Heale NP, DNP, PhD, MSCP on January 15, 22, 29 and February 4 from 6-7:30 PM EST
Topics include:
- January 15th: What occurs during perimenopause and menopause and the impact on our mental health
- January 22nd: Sleep, perimenopause, menopause and our mental health
- January 29th: Grab bag of changes during perimenopause and menopause including changes in autoimmune, skin, libido and mental health
- February 4: Restoring vitality in perimenopause and menopause, beyond hormones
This is proudly funded by The Roles Alliance for Mental Health and Wellness for those who meet the financial criteria set out by The Roles Alliance.
For those who do not meet the financial criteria we welcome your registration with a minimum of a $160 donation to The Roles Alliance for the 4 part series.
Please register for either option by reaching out to our intake [email protected] or 705-929-1612 ext. 6
How You Can Make a Difference
We already have a dedicated team of skilled clinicians from Roles & Associates Psychotherapy Services Inc. and the CBT Training Centre of the North ready to provide therapy and support to those in need. However, many individuals and families in our community cannot afford the cost of these services.
Your financial support will enable us to:
• Deliver subsidized or free therapy to those who need it most.
• Expand our reach to underserviced and rural areas.
• Provide psychoeducational sessions to the community. This can include youth in schools, athletics, seniors, including those in long term care, and a variety of other groups as per funding or suggested requests.
• Strive to decrease those turned away due to financial hardship.
With your permission, we will proudly recognize your contributions on our social media platforms and website, showcasing your commitment to mental health and wellness in Northern Ontario.
The Impact of Your Support
By joining us as a contributor, you will:
• Help reduce barriers to mental health care for many individuals.
• Be recognized as a contributor for mental wellness equity in Northern Ontario.
• Join a network of forward-thinking donees and philanthropists dedicated to creating positive change.
At this time, our primary focus is on securing funding through grants and donations to build the resources needed to offer psychotherapy services under this initiative. While we are not yet accepting clients, these funds will allow us to provide much-needed support in the future.
If you would like to contribute to this initiative, you can make a donation or learn more about our funding efforts by contacting us at The Roles Alliance for Mental Health and Wellness
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 705-929-1612 ext. 47
We will update this page as soon as we are ready to begin accepting clients.
Contribution Levels:
Contributor
$1 - $999
Contributor
Support ongoing initiatives by the Alliance.
Collaborator
$1,000 - $2,499
Collaborator
Includes Contributor level and if desired can direct funds to one psychoeducational session for a specific population (ie: psychoeducation on mental health and wellness for a specific group of children in a particular sport -swimming, hockey, skiing).
Ally
$2,500 - $4,999
Ally
Includes Collaborator level and if desired can direct funds to two psychoeducational sessions for a specific population (ie: psychoeducation on mental health and wellness for a specific group of children in a particular sport -swimming, hockey, skiing).
Advocate
$5,000 - $9,999
Advocate
Includes Ally level and if desired can direct funds to a psychoeducational 5 session group purpose (ie: children, men, 2SLGBTQ+, survivors of abuse).
Leader
$10,000 - $49,000
Leader
Includes Advocate level and directs funds for a psychotherapy 10 session group purpose (ie: children, men, 2SLGBTQ+, survivors of abuse).
Partner
$50,000 - $99,000
Partner
Includes Leader level and determines a set of funds for individual therapy for one specific population.
Partner Plus
$100,000 +
Partner Plus
Includes Leader level and determines a set of funds for individual therapy for two specific populations.
Board of Directors
Stacey Roles
RN PhD Psychotherapist
President
Kim Brouzes
CAT (C), RKIN, RAC
Secretary
Lynn Labelle
Treasurer
Become a contributor today!
If you would like to contribute to this initiative, you can make a donation or learn more about our funding efforts. We will update this page as soon as we are ready to begin accepting clients.
For any inquiries about The Roles Alliance for Mental Health and Wellness, please contact us:
The Roles Alliance for Mental Health and Wellness
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 705-929-1612 ext. 47
Thank You to Our Donors
Partner Plus
- Frank & Melynda Grossi
Contributor
- Vivian Oystrick
- Anonymous
- Anonymous
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