Online Addictions therapists in Alberta, Canada
Browse online Addictions therapists in Alberta, Canada. Compare credentials, specialties and therapeutic approach. Contact a therapist to learn more.
Substance Abuse
Penelope (Penny) Yen
Psychologist, BA (Hons), MACP, Registered Provisional Psychologist
Addiction is a beast; one I have fought for most of my life, and beating it (and continuing to beat it every day) is one of the hardest things I've ever done. I'm also living proof that it can be done.
I'm different in that I'm not here to enforce any programs on you and will never judge you. I will work with who you are as a person to determine how best you can recover, on your terms.
4 Years Experience
In-Person in Calgary, AB T2Z 3W9
Substance Abuse
Bipolar Disorder Therapy
Registered Psychotherapist
Greg Rennie has over 10 years experience working as an addiction specialist in top addiction treatment centres in Ontario, Canada. He utilizes the same approaches as "rehabs" do but in an outpatient, one to one environment. He has helped many clients overcome why they go back again and again to their substance or behaviour of choice and can't seem to stay clean and sober. As someone who is in recovery himself (30 years) he also has been challenged with the why of addiction as his clients have used an external means to escape from their core issues. He is trained in Psychedelic- Assisted Therapy and affiliated with Ketamind Health in Markham, Ontario. Contact him at greg@bipolar-addiction.com
22 Years Experience
In-Person in North York, ON M3B 3M4
Online in
Multiple Canadian Provinces
Alberta, British Columbia, Manitoba, New Brunswick, Newfoundland And Labrador, Northwest Territories, Nova Scotia, Nunavut, Ontario, Prince Edward Island, Quebec, Saskatchewan, Yukon
Substance Abuse
Kim Silverthorn - Tacit Knowledge
Counsellor/Therapist, B.A., M.P.C.C., C.T.
Tacit works with clients who are struggling with the challenges of substance use/abuse issues. For some clients, Tacit will provide counselling supports as clients prepare for and followup after their involvement in a Substance Abuse Residential Treatment program. For other clients who do not wish to access a Treatment Program, Tacit will provide regular counselling supports to help address the underlying factors that have resulted in a substance use/abuse coping strategy that is no longer effective for that individual.
36 Years Experience
Substance Abuse
Lindsay Renaud
Registered Psychotherapist, Registered Psychotherapist, MACP, BA, B.Ed, EMDR
Have you realized that your substance use might be a problem? Are you tired of the impact that it has on your life, or the life of others? Does it feel like your main strategy to cope with life or trauma? Let's connect for a free 15-minute consultation.
5 Years Experience
Online in
Multiple Canadian Provinces
Alberta, British Columbia, Manitoba, Nunavut, Ontario, Saskatchewan
(Online Only)
Substance Abuse
Paul Jozsef Counselling & Coaching
Therapist, MA, CCC
Porn addiction therapy helps you understand the patterns driving compulsive use, including triggers, habits, and avoidance. Sessions focus on reducing urges, rebuilding focus and motivation, and restoring a healthier relationship with sexuality. Work includes practical strategies to interrupt the cycle, improve self-control, and reduce shame. Sessions are available in-person in Westmount, Montreal and online.
10 Years Experience
In-Person in Westmount, QC H3Z 2Z3
Online in
Multiple Canadian Provinces
Alberta, British Columbia, New Brunswick, Ontario, Prince Edward Island, Quebec
Substance Abuse
Angela Jones
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW, BSW (Psychotherapist)
Addiction is not a choice and I know how hard it can be to reach out for help. It is a harmful yet treatable condition. I have several years' of experience as a case worker in a residential treatment facility for addictions. I will provide education about addiction, relapse prevention and coping skills to assist you on your journey to recovery. I am only a phone call, email or click away.
11 Years Experience
In-Person in Windsor, ON N8W 5K5
In-Person in Halifax, NS B3J 3J8
Online in
Multiple Canadian Provinces
Alberta, Nova Scotia, Ontario, Saskatchewan
Substance Abuse
Julie Taylor Counselling
Counsellor/Therapist, MTC, RCS
Addiction is driven by the psyche which is trying to salve a troublesome problem that we may not even be aware of and is trying to help us to survive. Addiction hijacks our self and we need to get back in control of our own lives and destinies. An addiction is often more compelling than anything else including family, earning a living and can wreck our life.. Some substances also cause a physical addiction that can be managed and reduced with medical help. Once we determine and understand why this addiction exists, we can start to process it and loosen its grip on us.
26 Years Experience
In-Person in Comox Valley, BC V0R 1W0
In-Person in Okotoks, AB T1S 1W8
Online in
Multiple Canadian Provinces
Alberta, British Columbia, Manitoba, New Brunswick, Newfoundland And Labrador, Northwest Territories, Nova Scotia, Nunavut, Ontario, Prince Edward Island, Quebec, Saskatchewan, Yukon
Substance Abuse
The Art Of Healing
Marriage and Family Therapist, RTC, CT
I support individuals navigating challenges with substance use from a compassionate, non-judgmental, and trauma-informed perspective. Rather than viewing addiction as a personal failure, I understand it as a coping response—often rooted in stress, emotional pain, or past experiences. My goal is to help you explore the underlying patterns and needs that substance use may be meeting, while gently building healthier, more sustainable ways of coping.
Using a blend of evidence-based approaches such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), mindfulness, and nervous system regulation, we work together to increase awareness of triggers, reduce cravings, and strengthen your ability to respond differently in moments of stress. I also support clients in rebuilding their relationship with themselves—fostering self-compassion, emotional resilience, and a sense of control.
Whether you are looking to reduce use, maintain recovery, or better understand your relationship with substances, this space is designed to meet you where you are. Change doesn’t happen through shame—it happens through awareness, support, and intentional steps forward.
6 Years Experience
In-Person in Saint Albert, AB
In-Person in Edmonton, AB
Online in
Multiple Canadian Provinces
Alberta, British Columbia, Manitoba, New Brunswick, Newfoundland And Labrador, Northwest Territories, Nova Scotia, Nunavut, Ontario, Prince Edward Island, Quebec, Saskatchewan, Yukon
Substance Abuse
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.
13 Years Experience
In-Person in White Rock, BC V4B 3Z7
Online in
Multiple Canadian Provinces
Alberta, British Columbia, Manitoba, Northwest Territories, Nunavut, Saskatchewan, Yukon
Substance Abuse
Halyna Polityka
Registered Psychotherapist, RP, MEd
Maybe you have never talked to anyone about your addiction... perhaps you were never ready to address it... maybe you don't even know what your goal is yet. Wherever you are at with it, I'l meet you there and work at your pace.
10 Years Experience
Online in
Multiple Canadian Provinces
Alberta, British Columbia, Manitoba, Newfoundland And Labrador, Ontario, Saskatchewan
(Online Only)
Substance Abuse
Jayne Batten
Counsellor/Therapist, MSc, CT, MPCC, MBACP
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.
8 Years Experience
In-Person in Irricana, AB T0M
Online in United Kingdom,
Multiple Canadian Provinces
Alberta, British Columbia, Manitoba, Newfoundland And Labrador, Northwest Territories, Nunavut, Saskatchewan, Yukon
Substance Abuse
Vanessa Fingland
Counsellor/Therapist, CCPCPR.cand, RPC-C
Addiction often develops as a way of coping with emotional pain, trauma, stress, or overwhelming life experiences rather than a lack of willpower. Together, we'll explore the underlying causes of addictive behaviours, develop healthier coping strategies, and build the self-awareness and resilience needed to create lasting change. My goal is to help you break free from unhealthy patterns, strengthen your self-worth, and move toward a healthier, more balanced life.
8 Years Experience
Online in
Multiple Canadian Provinces
Alberta, British Columbia, Manitoba, New Brunswick, Northwest Territories, Nova Scotia, Ontario, Saskatchewan, Yukon
(Online Only)
Substance Abuse
Lori-Ann Wesley
Registered Psychotherapist, M.A., R.P., C.C.T.P.
Mostly all addictions root from trauma. My approach is to work with the root of the issues.
29 Years Experience
In-Person in Toronto, ON M4P 1G8
Online in
Multiple Canadian Provinces
Alberta, British Columbia, Manitoba, New Brunswick, Newfoundland And Labrador, Northwest Territories, Nova Scotia, Nunavut, Prince Edward Island, Quebec, Saskatchewan, Yukon
Substance Abuse
Margo Green
Counsellor/Therapist, Registered Psychotherapist (qualifying)
I have pursued further education about Smart Recovery and have taken courses in mindfulness-based cognitive therapy and addiction pharmacology to better support SUD /AUD and addiction. I also understand and support interested clients through their use of twelve step programs.
The various challenges around food, eating and weight are other areas that I have extra training to support clients with. Through psychotherapy, I support the emotional, cognitive and behavioural aspects of food and weight-related struggles.
2 Years Experience
In-Person in Barrie, ON
In-Person in Springwater, ON
Online in
Multiple Canadian Provinces
Alberta, Manitoba, New Brunswick, Ontario, Saskatchewan
Substance Abuse
Wahab Hanif
Psychologist, M.A., RPsych
We offer compassionate support for overcoming addiction and substance abuse, using evidence-based therapies to help you regain control and achieve lasting recovery.
18 Years Experience
In-Person in Calgary, AB T2T 0A4
Online in
Multiple Canadian Provinces
Alberta, New Brunswick, Nova Scotia, Nunavut, Quebec, Yukon
Substance Abuse
Hardie Counselling & BrainWorX, Inc
Registered Psychotherapist, BFA, B.Ed, MA, CPC, CCPCPR, CCAC, ICADC, CSAT, CCTP, CCTACP
My personal and professional experience spans over 30 years in the field of addictions and substance abuse in both the private sector and in public sector managing addiction services. I offer outpatient treatment, assessments, referrals, aftercare, intervention and consult services.
If you or someone you know has been affected by addictions or substance abuse, or you have been affected by someone else's use, I can help you navigate this often, difficult and challenging road. You are not alone.
32 Years Experience
In-Person in Swift Current, SK
Online in
Multiple Canadian Provinces
Alberta, British Columbia, Manitoba, New Brunswick, Newfoundland And Labrador, Northwest Territories, Nova Scotia, Nunavut, Ontario, Prince Edward Island, Quebec, Saskatchewan, Yukon
Substance Abuse
Jorgelina Gill
Counsellor/Therapist, B.Sc Psychology | Behaviour Therapist | RTCounsellor
With the psychodynamic approach, the client will know the causes and roots that led him to his problem; for what it is necessary an in-depth analysis of the personality by putting greater focus on the current and past experiences. This will give the client the opportunity to build a new present and future.
23 Years Experience
Substance Abuse
Roger Thiessen
Licensed Professional Counsellor, CCC, MPS, M.Div
You've probably tried to quit many times, only to pick up your addiction again. We tend to develop addictions to ease the pain of trauma or neglect. Gabor Maté suggests that, if we want to treat the addiction, we have to treat the trauma. This allows us to get to the root of the problem, rather than simply trying to stop harmful behaviours through willpower. Bringing healing to our wounds can bring lasting recovery from the power of addiction.
17 Years Experience
In-Person in Edmonton, AB T6C
Online in
Multiple Canadian Provinces
Alberta, British Columbia, Manitoba, New Brunswick, Newfoundland And Labrador, Northwest Territories, Nova Scotia, Nunavut, Prince Edward Island, Quebec, Saskatchewan, Yukon
Substance Abuse
Christopher Cannon
Counsellor/Therapist, LPC, CAS, SEP
Addiction often starts as a way to cope with pain that felt unbearable. I know this firsthand from my own recovery, and I hold a Colorado Certified Addiction Specialist credential. Together we look at what alcohol, drugs, or compulsive behaviors have been doing for you, and use somatic and relational work to help your nervous system find steadier ways to feel okay. Whether your goal is abstinence or harm reduction, I’ll meet you where you are.
12 Years Experience
In-Person in Asheville, NC 28801
In-Person in Boulder, CO 80301
Online in United Kingdom, Multiple States
California, Colorado, New York, North Carolina, Ohio, Virginia
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Multiple Canadian Provinces
Alberta, British Columbia, New Brunswick, Nova Scotia
Substance Abuse
Kirsty Matthews
Counsellor/Therapist, MA CCC
Your addiction is protecting you from something. Often it helps to explore the question: what are you not wanting to feel ? Together we can unpack what the root cause of your addiction is, and find ways to help you confront these challenges head on. You are not alone, and you do not need to go through this recovery journey on your own.
6 Years Experience
Online in
Multiple Canadian Provinces
Alberta, British Columbia, New Brunswick, Newfoundland And Labrador, Northwest Territories, Nova Scotia, Nunavut, Ontario, Prince Edward Island, Quebec, Saskatchewan, Yukon
(Online Only)