How can Flourish help you and your family?
Flourish Health Services is a strengths and evidence based holistic hub in the heart of the Beaches in Toronto that supports children, youth, and their families. We pride ourselves on focusing on the “whole” person and ensuring that services are individualized and customized to our client’s needs.
Our Services
We are a group of passionate professionals specializing in areas of child development, evidence-based assessment, and intervention providing comprehensive, interdisciplinary care for our patients. As such, we offer a wide range of services both in-person and virtually.
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Individual Therapy, Group Therapy & ADHD Coaching
At Flourish, we offer a range of therapeutic services tailored to children and adolescents facing emotional, behavioural, or developmental challenges. Our individual therapy provides a safe space for children to work one-on-one with skilled therapists using evidence-based techniques to address concerns like anxiety, depression, trauma, and more. Group therapy fosters peer support and social skill development in a structured environment, helping children connect and grow together. For children with ADHD, our specialized coaching focuses on practical strategies for managing symptoms, building essential skills, and enhancing performance both at school and home.
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Psychological, Psychoeducational, Developmental, Gifted & Autism Assessments
At Flourish, we are committed to identifying areas where your child may need support, using a strengths-based approach. Our assessments begin with a detailed developmental history and evaluate cognitive functioning, academic skills, and social skills through interviews with parents, children, and teachers, as well as observations and standardized testing.
Your family’s well-being is our top priority. Our expertise lies in diagnosing and addressing concerns related to intellectual, emotional, and social functioning. We understand this can be an uncertain time, and we are here to support you and your family throughout the process. ’ll determine the best way to address these needs, and we’ll guide you every step of the way — from intake to assessment, feedback, and next steps.
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Flourish works closely with Spark Education Services to provide Direct Instruction (DI) learning, a highly structured and effective approach to academic intervention. DI breaks down learning into manageable steps, ensuring students master each concept before moving forward. With scripted lessons and careful tracking of progress, DI meets children exactly where they are, allowing them to build on their strengths and experience steady success. While not a quick fix, DI provides a reliable, data-driven path to long-term academic achievement, with each lesson designed to maximize a child’s potential.
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Flourish’s social work services offer compassionate, holistic support for individuals and families. Our social workers assist with both counselling and practical guidance, helping you navigate mental health services, school supports, and more. Play therapy is a key service we offer, providing a safe space where children can express emotions and develop coping skills through play. We also specialize in queer-affirming therapy, creating a respectful, inclusive space for 2SLGBTQIA+ individuals to explore their identities and mental health concerns. Additionally, our group therapy sessions provide peer support for children and adolescents dealing with social, emotional, or behavioural challenges.
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At Flourish, we offer expert Speech and Language services to help children who are experiencing difficulties with communication. Our highly trained clinicians assess and treat issues such as pronunciation, language comprehension, and social skills. We work closely with families to ensure that every child receives the personalized care they need to improve their speech and language abilities, with tailored interventions that lead to real, lasting progress in communication.
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Flourish provides specialized Occupational Therapy services to help children develop the skills needed for daily living, socializing, and academic success. Our therapists work on fine and gross motor skills, sensory integration, and executive functioning, all of which are essential for tasks like handwriting, playing, and following instructions. We focus on supporting your child in areas where they may struggle, ensuring they build the necessary foundations to thrive both at home and in school environments.
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In addition to services for children, Flourish offers individual therapy and psychological assessments for adults. Our skilled therapists provide compassionate, evidence-based care for those dealing with anxiety, depression, trauma, and relationship challenges. We also offer assessments for ADHD, learning disabilities, and other mental health concerns, helping adults gain valuable insights into their strengths and challenges. Our goal is to help adults achieve personal growth, healing, and well-being through tailored therapy and assessments.
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Flourish’s dietetic services are designed to help individuals and families manage nutrition and feeding challenges with practical, realistic solutions. Our registered dietitian offers compassionate, evidence-based guidance on issues such as picky eating, ARFID, and other eating disorders. With a focus on personalized nutrition plans that are sustainable and family-centred, we aim to promote healthy eating habits and support long-term wellness for both children and adults.
“The goal has always been to make the clinic feel like ‘walking into a big hug’ — a supportive, loving space where children feel like they can be their authentic selves and parents’ shoulders soften on entry.”
– Dr. Marie Hooper, Director & Founder
Meet Our Team
Our vibrant and wonderful team consists of individuals from various disciplines, including psychology, social work, speech-language pathology, occupational therapy, and academic specialists, who are committed to delivering effective services in accordance with best practice standards and principles.
Our Commitment To Diversity & Inclusion
We believe that every child is unique and deserves to be treated with respect, compassion, and understanding. We strive to create an inclusive and welcoming environment for all children and their families, regardless of their background, ethnicity, religion, gender identity, or abilities. We recognize the importance of cultural competency and seek to understand and appreciate the diversity of the children we work with. Our goal is to provide an environment where children feel safe to express themselves and are empowered to reach their full potential.
Land Acknowledgement
We acknowledge that the land on which Flourish Health Services operates, here on Queen Street East, is situated upon the traditional territory of many nations including the Mississaugas of the Credit, the Anishnabeg, the Chippewa, the Haudenosaunee and the Wendat peoples and is now home to many diverse First Nations, Inuit, and Métis Peoples. We also acknowledge that Toronto is covered by Treaty 13 signed with the Mississaugas of the Credit, and the Williams Treaties signed with multiple Mississaugas and Chippewa bands. We are grateful to be able to work on this land and we pledge to both continue our own learning about how we support the process towards truth and reconciliation and find opportunities to take action both professionally and personally.