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Beiseker, Alberta therapist: Jayne Batten, counselor/therapist
Addictions or Substance Abuse

Jayne Batten

Counsellor/Therapist, MSc, CT, RPC, MPCC
Addictions are behaviours in which we engage to enable us to cope with deep emotional pain, usually stemming from some form of trauma in our lives. Social and environmental factors can also play a role in developing addictions. Addictions include the use of alcohol, drugs, sex, pornography, gambling, smoking, shopping, etc. as a way to provide temporary relief from the painful thoughts and negative feelings that arise within us. Over time addictions establish themselves as the go-to relief to cope with our emotions, but at the same time render us less functional. Our relationships, work, and homelife begin to suffer from the consequences of the addiction. Talking therapy can help to uncover and resolve the pain that lies beneath addiction and over time help us to reconnect with our inner selves and to discover and develop behavioural responses to replace the addictive behaviour.  
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6 Years Experience
Online in Fort McMurray, Alberta
Toronto, Ontario therapist: Simply Connected Therapy, registered social worker
Addictions or Substance Abuse

Simply Connected Therapy

Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Adriana has expertise working with addictions throughout her work in the community. She has a wealth of knowledge in crisis management and support.  
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8 Years Experience
Online in Fort McMurray, Alberta
Santa Ana, California therapist: Mary Knoblock, hypnotherapist
Addictions or Substance Abuse

Mary Knoblock

Hypnotherapist, Licensed RTT Practitioner, Clinical Hypnotist, Duke Certified Health Coach, Spiritual Counselor
With the use of RTT and other tools like emotion code and health coaching and hypnosis, I find that clients respond favorably and find their addiction lesson in and their coping skills increasing to deal with addictions/substance abuse etc.  
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9 Years Experience
Online in Fort McMurray, Alberta
Mississauga, Ontario therapist: Corrine Wilde, Wilde Psychotherapy, registered psychotherapist
Addictions or Substance Abuse

Corrine Wilde, Wilde Psychotherapy

Registered Psychotherapist, RP
I can support you in your endeavours to deal with your alcohol, drug or gambling addiction. Sometimes the harm reduction approach is possible, abstinence may be your goal. I work with either approach. No matter what stage of change you are at, support and psychotherapy to maintain your commitment and move forward in your life is possible. Don't let relapse stop you in your determination to have a fuller and more joyous life.  
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21 Years Experience
Online in Fort McMurray, Alberta
Vancouver, British Columbia therapist: Nina Hopmeier, licensed professional counselor
Addictions or Substance Abuse

Nina Hopmeier

Licensed Professional Counsellor, Registered Clinical Counsellor (RCC)
An addiction involves a constant need to perform a behaviour or consume a substance. Addictive behaviours vary and can include shopping, gambling, hoarding, drugs and alcohol, and exercising. When people engage in addictive behaviours, they often feel as if they are unable to control their actions. They may also feel distressed or anxious if they were to abstain from the behaviour. Due to the perceived inability to control actions, people often feel disempowered and hopeless, which significantly impacts happiness and wellbeing. In therapy, rather than solely focusing on the detrimental effects of the addiction, we focus on the purpose and function of the addictive behaviour. People frequently engage in addictive behaviours due to experiencing beneficial effects. If the behaviour would fail to be reinforcing, they would have no reason to continue with the addiction. Once clients acknowledge the purpose of the addictive behaviour, they often view their situation through a compassionate, rather than judgmental lens. Gaining insight and self-compassion are essential ingredients for change and growth. Another fundamental aspect of therapy is gaining insight into the cause of an addiction. Individuals with addictions often engage in dysfunctional behaviours in order to compensate for something that is lacking in their lives. The addiction may also be linked to past events, such as trauma or abuse. As a result, we explore the underlying cause of the addiction in order to assist with targeting core issues. With the incorporation of multiple treatment models, such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT), and mindfulness approaches clients also learn to sit with uncomfortable thoughts and feelings that accompany the addiction. Over time they learn that having urges does not mean they have to act on them. Instead, they learn how to replace the urges with adaptive coping styles. As clients gain control over their addiction, they often feel a sense of empowerment and strength, which instils hope for a new and improved future.  
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13 Years Experience
Online in Fort McMurray, Alberta
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