About Nightwind Treatment Centre
Nightwind Treatment Centre (NWTC) is a leading provider of trauma-informed, culturally grounded treatment services for Indigenous youth aged 8 to 18 across Alberta. We believe in healing the whole person—mind, body, heart, and spirit. Our comprehensive programs blend evidence-based clinical practices with Indigenous healing traditions to create a unique, holistic approach to youth mental health and wellness.
We serve youth from across Alberta who are navigating challenges such as trauma, mental health crises, substance use concerns, and behavioral difficulties. Our programs are designed to be accessible, welcoming, and empowering for Indigenous and non-Indigenous young people alike. We work closely with families, schools, social services, and other community partners to ensure seamless, coordinated care.
Nightwind Treatment Centre was founded on the principle that every young person deserves compassionate, expert care that honors their cultural identity and lived experience. Our team consists of dedicated mental health professionals, youth care workers, Indigenous healers, and support staff who share a deep commitment to making a lasting difference in the lives of the young people we serve. With multiple locations across Sturgeon County, Westlock County, and Athabasca County, we bring accessible treatment closer to the communities we serve.
Our Mission
To provide accessible, evidence-based, culturally grounded treatment that empowers Indigenous and other youth to heal from trauma, build resilience, and reach their full potential.
Our Vision
A community where all youth have access to healing services that respect their identities, honor their cultures, and support their journeys toward wellness and success.
Our Team
We bring together clinical experts, mental health professionals, Indigenous knowledge keepers, and compassionate care workers dedicated to supporting youth through their healing journey.
Thomas Holmes, R. Psych — Owner
Michelle Theoret — Executive Director
Our Values
Respect, compassion, cultural humility, trauma-informed care, collaboration, and unwavering commitment to the wellbeing of every young person we serve.