Addictions therapists in Toronto, Ontario ON, Canada CA
Addictions or Substance Abuse
Redbird Therapy Centre
Registered Psychotherapist, Registered Psychotherapists
Jessica Weeks, Benjamin Rubinoff, Liz Bostwick, Barbara Brown, and Nic Cadman are experienced in working with folks wanting to change substance use or addiction, drawing on both harm reduction and/or abstinence models, based on your goals and needs. Contact our Intake Worker to help determine who will be the best fit for you.
29 Years Experience
Addictions or Substance Abuse
Ojasvi Bhardwaj
Registered Psychotherapist, RP (Qualifying)
Addiction is a multifaceted challenge, and understanding its roots is key to recovery. I specialize in addiction counseling, focusing on mild to moderate addiction. My approach is to delve into the underlying causes that lead to addiction and work with you to develop effective strategies for management. Let's embark on a journey to comprehend your unique challenges and pave the way towards lasting recovery. Reach out for a free consultation and take the first step towards a healthier, addiction-free life.
2 Years Experience
Addictions or Substance Abuse
Magdalena Karakehayova
Registered Psychotherapist, RP
Substance use can often feel like the only effective way of coping with traumatic events or challenging life circumstances. I believe that therapy should open space for clients to discuss their experience with substance use and what purpose this serves in their lives. I take a de-pathologizing stance and work collaboratively with clients to explore what substance use means to them and see how this fits with their ideas and hopes for their life and future. Schedule a free 15-minute consultation to ensure we are a good fit.
5 Years Experience
Addictions or Substance Abuse
Shanna Budzinsky
Registered Psychotherapist, RP
It can be hard to know where to begin when dealing with addiction because its roots can run deep into the fabric of our lives. When working with individuals who experience addictions, I first seek to understand and appreciate each person’s story and work to provide a safe, supportive and non-judgemental space where healing can begin. My own experiences with addiction and recovery have helped me to understand the healing power of compassion, acceptance and encouragement. Reach out today to learn more about my approach and your journey to healing.
12 Years Experience
Addictions or Substance Abuse
LifeCycle Counselling
Registered Psychotherapist, MACP, MPE, RP
Addiction counselling sessions can explore the reasons why the addiction happened such as the behaviour and the motivations of the person. This then helps the individual to become more aware of their actions and understand themselves better. This is very important in the process of recovery.
5 Years Experience
Addictions or Substance Abuse
Cindy (Ha) Allison
Registered Psychotherapist, RP, Dip, TIRP.
I am trained in Relational Psychotherapy at the Toronto Institute for Relational Psychotherapy an intensive three-year theoretical and clinical training program in psychodynamic, intersubjective, and relational psychotherapy. I have worked with and supported clients in addictions or substance abuse.
14 Years Experience
Addictions or Substance Abuse
Iryna Gavrysh
Registered Psychotherapist, Registered Psychotherapist, M.A., CSAT
I work with individuals who find themselves leaning on substances like alcohol and drugs or behaviors, such as sex or gambling, as a way of coping through the ups and downs of life. My clients often discover that this is no longer serving them and they want to find new and healthier ways of coping. This is possible and opens the door to greater connection with themselves and deeper and more satisfying relationships with their loved ones.
9 Years Experience
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.
8 Years Experience
Addictions or Substance Abuse
Sarah Glinski
Registered Psychotherapist, RP (Qualifying)
Feeling out of control and unable to stop engaging in harmful behaviours can feel shameful, over-whelming and hopeless. My approach to addiction treatment is based in a harm reduction model. This approach acknowledges that maintaining abstinence may not be a realistic goal. Without judgement we will work together to set realistic goals that seek to reduce the negative impacts of your addiction. You may choose to explore the roots of your addiction and any other related issues. It will always be up to you. Please reach out for a consult so we can assess whether I am the right therapist to help you move toward change and stability.
2 Years Experience
Addictions or Substance Abuse
Malik Smith
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Navigating the complexities of addictions or substance abuse requires a compassionate, evidence-based approach tailored to each individual's journey. My expertise in Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy and motivational interviewing supports clients in understanding the root causes of their addiction, developing coping strategies, and building a resilient foundation for recovery. I offer a non-judgmental space to explore these challenges and overcome substance dependencies.
6 Years Experience
Addictions or Substance Abuse
Gwen Schauerte
Registered Psychotherapist, RP, M.Ed.
Addictions and abuse of substances can be symptoms of underlying issues. Together we address how the problems are impacting your life and explore your reactions. Weather your desire is harm reduction or abstinence we work together to enable that. It isn't always easy but it is possible to make change happen.
31 Years Experience
Addictions or Substance Abuse
MindfulWe Holistic Psychotherapy & Counselling Services
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RP, IMD (candidate)
I have ten years of experience working with courageous people that use addictions as a coping strategy and want to practice other forms of self-help that's more aligned with their values. Whether conscious or not, addiction serves a purpose, or else you wouldn't do it. With guidance, you will arrive to your inner reasons and together, we will replace the behavior into a desired habit.
Additionally, addictions impacts the whole family and from one individual choosing to work on themselves, the ripple onto the family system is positively felt and appreciated.
12 Years Experience
Addictions or Substance Abuse
Chris Pankewich
Registered Psychotherapist, Registered Psychotherapist (RP), Masters of Counselling Psychology (MACP)
Working through addiction and compulsive habits can be one of the most challenging things we ever have to do. Fortunately, our knowledge and understanding of this work has shifted to a trauma-informed approach that embraces healing the unique individual who is struggling with addiction rather than the addiction itself. As a therapist, I work with clients to cultivate an environment that will allow for a deeper exploration into understanding the important role the addictive habit has been playing in your life as we seek to transform the relationship you have with yourself in the process. Schedule a free consultation with me to ensure we are a good fit.
4 Years Experience
Addictions or Substance Abuse
Laura Farberman
Registered Social Worker, RSW, MSW
I work with Motivational Interviewing and Compassionate Inquiry, a curious approach that supports individuals to discover their own motivations to change their habits by bringing greater awareness to why they have them in the first place. I use a trauma informed approach and include the body-mind connection in the process.
14 Years Experience
Addictions or Substance Abuse
Blake Anderson
Registered Social Worker, RSW, MSW, BA
I have worked with clients who have had substance abuse issues, particularly with alcohol.
12 Years Experience
Addictions or Substance Abuse
Kirsty Matthews
Counsellor/Therapist, MA CCC
I provide a compassionate, non-judgemental space for clients to freely express themselves and to explore their issues openly. Together we will come to better understand not only your thoughts, feelings and behaviours around your addiction issues, but we will also seek to uncover the underlying reasons that drove you to addiction in the first place. Together we can learn how to confront challenges, heal trauma and develop self-compassion to enhance your life and move closer toward your goals.
4 Years Experience
Addictions or Substance Abuse
EJ COUNSELLING AND COACHING, Evonie Johnson
Registered Social Worker, BA (Psychology), BSW, MSW, RSW
Life difficulties and traumas can sometime lead us to cope in ways that can become destructive to us and those we care about. The past we cannot change, however our actions today can decide the outcome of tomorrow.
If you are ready to break free from an addiction and take control of your life. I am here ready to support you to meet your goal. Contact me today to get started.
20 Years Experience
Addictions or Substance Abuse
Kim Foster Yardley, The Mental Game Clinic
Psychologist, MA C. Psych
Addiction can be treated. Working with one of our therapists, you can create strategies tailored to you so that you can take back control of your life.
19 Years Experience
Addictions or Substance Abuse
Lori-Ann Wesley
Registered Psychotherapist, M.A., R.P.
Mostly all addictions root from trauma. My approach is to work with the root of the issues.
27 Years Experience
Addictions or Substance Abuse
Kennedy McLean Counselling & Psychotherapy Services
Registered Psychotherapist
No one wants to have an addiction or abuse substances. These are coping mechanisms for the challenges we face in life. Regardless of why you started using drugs or alcohol in an unhealthy way, it is possible to recover from addiction. Let us help you find other ways to cope with life's difficulties and work through the challenges that come up along the way.
14 Years Experience