Young Adult Substance Use Program (YA-SUP)

Young adulthood is an "in-between" period of transitioning from adolescence to adulthood. That is why other names for people in this age group include Transition Aged Youth or Emerging Adults. It is a unique time for self-discovery, building relationships, and becoming independent. Many young adults also experience lots of uncertainty and change. This can make the transition challenging to navigate. The Young Adult Substance Use Program (YA-SUP) aims to meet these unique needs. We offer 2 separate streams. There is a Young Adult Stream for young adults (17-25) looking to make changes to their substance use. We also offer a Loved Ones stream, for loved ones of young adults with substance use problems.

Who is the program for?

Young adults aged 17-25 who are looking to make changes to their substance use
Young adults looking for individual and group-based treatment
Young adults not in immediate crisis *please contact COAST in immediate crisis (905)-972-8338

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I AM A LOVED ONE

RESOURCES

“You define your goals. We are here to meet you where you are at and support you in reaching your goals.”

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YA-SUP Research

YA-SUP with the support of the Peter Boris Centre for Addiction Research (PBCAR) engages in research projects examining young adult substance use, mental health, and concurrent disorders.

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Your Care Team

We have a multi-disciplinary and collaborative team with expertise in mental health and community support counselling, nursing, addiction psychiatry, and substance use research.

Emily MacKillop, Ph.D., C.Psych., ABPP

Hi, my name is Emily and I am a clinical psychologist and neuropsychologist in YASUP and CDP. I work to better understand client needs through assessments and help foster nonjudgmental learning and growth through group-based interventions. In my spare time, I enjoy spending time with my husband, keeping busy with my kids' activities, and walking our dog, Mocha.

Brittany Medeiros-Peixoto, MN, NP

Hi, my name is Brittany and I am a Nurse Practitioner with the Young Adult Substance Use Program. In my spare time I enjoy spending time with my family and friends, gardening, trying new food and I am also an avid camper.

Ilyas Khamis, RSW,

Mental Health Worker

Hi, my name is Ilyas and I am a social worker and mental health worker at YASUP. I work with young adults to help build the future they want, and find out the role of substances therein. In my spare time, I enjoy making music and spending time watching TV with my wife.

Paige Hastings, RSW MSW BSW

Hi, my name is Paige and I'm a social worker and the Mental Health Worker with YASUP. I work with young adults to meet their substance use and wellness goals. In my free time, I like to find new music, try new crafts and spend time with family and friends!

Researchers

Clinicians

Liah Rahman

Hi, my name is Liah. I’m a research coordinator with the Peter Boris Centre for Addictions Research and Concurrent Disorders Program. Outside of work I enjoy reading, spending time outside, paying with my cat, discovering new music, and cooking.

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Myra Massey

Hi, my name is Myra, and I am a Research Assistant on the Young Adult Substance Use Program. Outside of work, I enjoy hiking, listening to music, and outdoor adventures.

Sara Eskandarian

Hi, my name is Sara and I am a Research Assistant at the Peter Boris Centre for Addictions Research. In my spare time, I enjoy reading, collecting special edition books and records, and spending time with my dog.

Emily Mote

Hi, my name is Emily and I am a Research Assistant at the Peter Boris Centre for Addictions Research. In my spare time, I enjoy reading, baking, and going for walks with my dogs.

Leadership

James MacKillop, PhD

I'm James and I direct the Peter Boris Centre for Addictions Research. I'm a psychologist and I'm interested in understanding the causes of substance use challenges and the best ways people can make changes in their lives. Outside of work, my wife and I wrangle two kids and a dog, and I'm a running enthusiast.

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Catherine McCarron, MSW

Hello, my name is Catherine, and I'm both a registered social worker and manager of the Young Adult Substance Use Program. In my free time I enjoy sailing and going on adventures with my niece and nephew.

Youth Services in Hamilton

Loved Ones Education Group

Detailed Program Overview

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