Services for Men

Nova Vita offers trauma-informed counselling for men* who have experienced abuse and/or who have caused harm in their relationships.

Services are now available by appointment in-person at our Sherwood Office (125 Sherwood Drive, Upper Unit 38).

For more information on this program or to schedule an intake:

Call our Challenge to Change Coordinator at 519-750-3195
Or email info@novavita.org

Counselling for Men

For men* (18+) who have experienced violence or abuse in their relationship. Our services include:

Individual counselling
Safety planning
Trauma-informed support
Harm-reduction support
Information and resources
Referrals to community supports
Resources for cultural and diverse needs
Family programs like “Healing Hearts: A Supportive Journey for Dads” (Learn more at novavita.org/healing-hearts-journey-dads)

For more information on this program or to schedule an intake:

Call our Challenge to Change Coordinator at 519-750-3195
Or email info@novavita.org

Challenge to Change

For men* (18+) who have caused harm, used violence, or are at risk of using violence in their relationship. Our Challenge to Change programs include:

For more information on this program or to schedule an intake:

Call our Challenge to Change Coordinator at 519-750-3195
Or email info@novavita.org

Services for Youth

Nova Vita’s youth services provide trauma-informed counselling and support for youth between the ages of 13 to 18. These services include:

Supportive counselling
Safety planning
Mentorship
Positive role modelling
Information and resources on:
- Dating violence
- Anti-human trafficking
- Healthy relationships
Referrals to community supports
Resources for cultural and diverse needs
Presentations in schools

For children 12 years of age or younger, please see our Children’s Programming.

For more information on this program or to schedule an intake:

Call our Intake Coordinator at 519-752-1005 x221
Or email info@novavita.org

Additional Groups

Below is a list of additional groups available. Intake is ongoing and available all-year long:

Understanding & Transforming Anger: Understanding and Transforming Anger is a supportive group for men* who want to better understand their anger and take responsibility for how it affects their relationships. The group focuses on helping men recognize what fuels their anger, learn practical ways to manage strong emotions, and build skills for healthier communication and coping. Learn more at novavita.org/understanding-transforming-anger-group.
Caring Dads Support Group: Caring Dads is a 17-week group program for fathers and male* caregivers who want to build safer, healthier, and more positive relationships with their children and their children’s mother. The group provides supportive space for men to reflect on their parenting, understand the impact of their actions, and develop practical skills to strengthen trust, emotional safety, and connection within their families. Learn more at novavita.org/caring-dads-group-program.

For more information on this program or to schedule an intake:

Call our Intake Coordinator at 519-750-3195
Or email info@novavita.org

Sherwood Office

Our Challenge to Change satellite office provides trauma-informed counselling for men (16+) who have experienced abuse or who have caused harm in their relationships. Services are available by appointment and include individual counselling, group counselling and more. To book an appointment or for more information about services offered, contact 519-750-3195 or email info@novavita.org.

Office Location
125 Sherwood Drive, Upper Unit 38
Brantford, ON
Entrance on Left Side of Building

For more information on our Sherwood Office or to schedule an intake:

Call our Challenge to Change Coordinator at 519-750-3195
Or email info@novavita.org

*Includes gender-diverse individuals