Addictions therapists in Williams Lake, BC
Browse Addictions therapists in Williams Lake, British Columbia, Canada. Compare credentials, specialties and therapeutic approach. Contact a therapist to learn more.
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
Online in Williams Lake, BC
Substance Abuse
Eleine Gordon Counselling
Counsellor/Therapist, Master's Degree in Counselling Psychology MC, RCC and CCC
I have worked in Addictions and Mental Health for over 20 years. I provide harm reduction and/or abstinence based therapy depending on whether you want to reduce alcohol and/or drugs or you want to stop completely. I believe substance use and addictions may be a symptom of something else going on in life whether it is stress, anxiety, depression, trauma, family problems, or other more complex issues. We work at the root of the issue as needed to get you back on the path of health and wellness. I use an integrated approach drawing from trauma informed CBT, ACT, DBT, the Biopsychosocialspiritual Model of Counselling, and Motivational Interviewing. I also provide counselling, psychoeducation, and support to families, partners, individuals, and youth who are impacted by someone else's use. I provide information and psychoeducation on drugs and alcohol as well.
19 Years Experience
Online in Williams Lake, BC (Online Only)
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 Williams Lake, BC (Online Only)
Substance Abuse
Colleen Vantol
Counsellor/Therapist, BA Psych. Masters Counselling Psychology,RCC
I support people to gain deeper insight into what led them to addiction & provide tools to learn how to replace addictive behaviours with healthier ways of coping
19 Years Experience
Online in Williams Lake, 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 Williams Lake, BC (Online Only)
Addictions therapists in Williams Lake, BC Statistics
Addictions therapists in Williams Lake, BC average 13 years of experience and charge around $166 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (67%), Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) (52%), and Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) (50%).
Average years in practice
13 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$166
Accept insurance
75%
Offer sliding scale
53%
Gender ID
| 65% |
Female |
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| 31% |
Male |
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| 2% |
Gender Fluid |
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| 2% |
Non-Binary |
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Session Type
| 70% |
In Person and Online |
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| 30% |
Online Only |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 67% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 52% | Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) |
| 50% | Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) |
| 47% | Internal Family Systems (IFS) |
| 47% | Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) |
| 42% | Existential / Humanistic Therapy |
| 40% | Compassion-Focused Therapy (CFT) |
Ages Served
| 100% | Adult |
| 78% | Young Adult |
| 70% | Senior |
| 63% | Teen |
| 25% | Children |
Client Focus
| 68% | Men |
| 68% | Women |
| 53% | LGBTQ+ |
| 45% | Asian |
| 45% | Christian |