Addictions therapists in West End, British Columbia BC, Canada CA
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Philip Starkman
Registered Psychotherapist, MSW, RSW
In addressing the challenges of addictions or substance abuse, I offer a holistic and personalized approach, grounded in compassion and understanding. Incorporating Mindfulness, the Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT), Internal Family Systems (IFS), Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Role-Playing, I work alongside clients to explore the root causes of addiction, foster emotional resilience, and develop effective coping strategies. This comprehensive method allows us to address both the behavioral aspects of substance abuse and its underlying emotional and psychological dimensions. By focusing on self-awareness and self-compassion, I help clients build a foundation for lasting recovery, guiding them towards healthier habits and thought patterns. Our journey together is designed to empower individuals to regain control of their lives, making positive changes that support both sobriety and overall well-being. For those seeking a path out of addiction and towards a more fulfilling life, I am here to support your steps towards healing and self-discovery, offering the tools and insights needed for transformation.
53 Years Experience
Online in West End, British Columbia (Online Only)
Molly McBride
Counsellor/Therapist, MSc, RCC, RTC
I provide an understanding, judgment-free space to talk about substance use and the compulsions that lead to addiction. We will collaboratively investigate the underlying causes behind these behaviors and start to build healthier strategies into your life. Methods like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Internal Family Systems therapy, EMDR, and hypnotherapy, we’ll work on reducing the impact of triggers, bringing calm to the nervous system, and building resilience. My goal is to support you in achieving lasting change and a life aligned with your values.
4 Years Experience
Online in West End, British Columbia (Online Only)
Deanna Scammell
Counsellor/Therapist, MA, RCC
I can support you in this area and working towards your goals
0 Years Experience
Online in West End, British Columbia (Online Only)
Ping Xu
Counsellor/Therapist, CCC, MC, MD
Provide one-on-one support around substance use issues or support for family members or loved ones.
3 Years Experience
Online in West End, British Columbia (Online Only)
Jue Wang
Counsellor/Therapist, MCP, RCC, CCC
We are passionate about empowering you to become a better version of yourself. Addiction is when the behaviour takes control of your mind and emotion and becomes your life's driver. We understand addiction can harm people's mental, physical, social, and spiritual well-being. Stigmas about addiction cause a lot of shame, so people feel they need to lie and deny their addiction, which was merely seeking help, a tug of war. Basic needs, such as eating and sleeping, can be deeply disturbed by addictive and drug-seeking behaviours. Addiction and social isolation go hand in hand, and if you find yourself in isolation and struggle with addiction by yourself, you might want to seek professional help.
3 Years Experience
In-Person Near West End, BC
Online in West End, British Columbia
Nicklas Ehrlich
Counsellor/Therapist, MSW, RCC (#0843), RSW (#11561), Psychotherapist, Counsellor, Life-Coach, Hypnotherapist, Advanced Neurofeedback Trainer
Addictions/substance abuse is often an unconscious coping strategy to deal with trauma, emotional/physical pain and anything that overwhelms the central nervous system/brain. Once the central nervous system/brain are taken out of fight-flight-freeze-collapse (survival mode), balance can occur.
44 Years Experience
In-Person Near West End, BC
Online in West End, British Columbia
Mr. Paul Bains
Therapist, B.Sc., M.A., RCC
Get the help you need now. Struggling with alcohol, cocaine or other drugs? Is your life out of control and having an impact on your marriage, family life, and work life? Do you feel empty and alone and then start to use substances? Alcohol and drug abuse happens for many reasons, but there is usually a root cause. Call now and get the support you deserve to help you gain happier relationships with loved ones, but especially to get a peaceful relationship with yourself.
31 Years Experience
In-Person Near West End, BC
Online in West End, British Columbia
Reema Qamar
Counsellor/Therapist, MA, RCC, CCC
Addiction such as substance use and alcohol addiction can leave an individual feeling alone and powerless falling into the addictive behaviour patterns more and more. This can lead to the deterioration of an individual’s health and well being by disrupting relationships, daily living routines, and financial stability while compromising quality of life. Therapy for addiction helps the individual understand the motives behind their behaviour and develop a treatment plan. I can help to break these dysfunctional behavior patterns by providing a safe space and emotional support to explore the addiction. Often individuals who have substance use issues may have comorbid depression or anxiety and may find it difficult to cope with stress, grief, relational discourse, and life transitions. I can support you in breaking dysfunctional patterns in dealing with overwhelming emotions and learn healthy coping strategies to build self-efficacy, improve distress tolerance, and change negative thinking to create a positive belief system.
1 Years Experience
In-Person Near West End, BC
Online in West End, British Columbia
Aaron Chin
Licensed Mental Health Counsellor, MA, RCC
When working with addictions or substance abuse, I like to start with some mindfulness around the issue to gain a deeper understanding of the experience, from here there are many options, and I rely of the client's wisdom to guide me.
2 Years Experience
In-Person Near West End, BC
Online in West End, British Columbia
Tracey MacKenzie
Counsellor/Therapist, MSc, CCC #7392
Addiction is NOT a choice. Substance use is usually bourne out of traumatic experiences and is a coping mechanism to escape from them. As it's not a good coping mechanism, this "escape" often becomes an additional problem to deal with. To work with an addiction, the best way is to target the issues that created the addiction itself, meanwhile learning practical and realistic tools to manage the addiction and emotions. You don't have to live on a rollercoaster of shame, guilt, and regret. Change is never easy but that doesn't mean it's impossible; everything worth anything takes effort and commitment in order to achieve success. When you're finally sick and tired of the burdens and having the substances control you, let's start working to take your life back.
11 Years Experience
In-Person Near West End, BC
Online in West End, British Columbia