Addictions therapists in East Kootenay B, BC
Browse Addictions therapists in East Kootenay B, British Columbia, Canada. Compare credentials, specialties and therapeutic approach. Contact a therapist to learn more.
Substance Abuse
Trickett Psychotherapy & Counselling
Registered Psychotherapist, Registered Psychotherapists , Counsellors
If alcohol, drugs, or other addictive behaviours have become a way to cope with stress, trauma, or emotional pain, you're not alone. Recovery begins by understanding what's behind the addiction—not with judgment. At Trickett Psychotherapy & Counselling, we provide compassionate, evidence-based therapy to help adults and young adults develop healthier coping strategies and regain control of their lives. We offer in-person therapy in Guelph and secure online therapy across Ontario. Contact us today to take the first step toward lasting recovery.
18 Years Experience
Online in East Kootenay B, BC
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
Online in East Kootenay B, BC
Substance Abuse
Your Counselling
Licensed Clinical Social Worker
At Your Counselling, we offer specialized, non-judgmental support for those navigating addiction and substance use. Our evidence-based approach combines compassionate therapy with practical strategies to help you address the root causes of dependency and build a sustainable path to recovery. Whether you are seeking help for alcohol, drugs, or behavioral addictions, we provide a safe space to regain control and restore balance to your life.
9 Years Experience
Online in East Kootenay B, BC
Substance Abuse
Pegah Behbehani
Counsellor/Therapist, Registered Clinical Counsellor
My counselling style is influenced by trauma-informed therapy, strength-based therapy, Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT), Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), AEDP, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Bowen Family Systems, Narrative Therapy, and EMDR, Hakomi therapy, IFS therapy.
7 Years Experience
Online in East Kootenay B, BC
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.
15 Years Experience
Online in East Kootenay B, BC (Online Only)
Addictions therapists in East Kootenay B, BC Statistics
Addictions therapists in East Kootenay B, BC average 13 years of experience and charge around $163 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (67%), Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) (58%), and Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) (51%).
Average years in practice
13 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$163
Accept insurance
72%
Offer sliding scale
51%
Gender ID
| 69% |
Female |
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| 31% |
Male |
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Session Type
| 68% |
In Person and Online |
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| 32% |
Online Only |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 67% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 58% | Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) |
| 51% | Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) |
| 51% | Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) |
| 47% | Internal Family Systems (IFS) |
| 42% | Existential / Humanistic Therapy |
| 40% | Compassion-Focused Therapy (CFT) |
Ages Served
| 100% | Adult |
| 74% | Young Adult |
| 68% | Senior |
| 63% | Teen |
| 23% | Children |
Client Focus
| 67% | Women |
| 65% | Men |
| 49% | LGBTQ+ |
| 44% | Asian |
| 44% | Christian |