Addictions therapists in Toronto, ON
Browse Addictions therapists in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. Compare credentials, specialties and therapeutic approach. Contact a therapist to learn more.
Substance Abuse
Miranda Elise Klimowski
Registered Psychotherapist, Registered Psychotherapist, and Counsellor RP(Q), C.R.P.O, C.C.P.A, M.A.C.P
Addiction can feel like an endless cycle, but recovery is possible with the right support. I help individuals struggling with substance use and behavioral addictions by offering a non-judgmental, strengths-based approach that promotes healing, self-awareness, and long-term well-being. Through CBT, DBT, and Compassion-Focused Therapy (CFT), I guide clients in identifying triggers, managing cravings, and developing healthier coping mechanisms.
6 Years Experience
Online in Toronto, ON (Online Only)
Substance Abuse
Mary Mikhail
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, BSW, MACP, RSW
Embark on a journey of recovery and renewal with my specialized approach to addiction and substance abuse therapy. With empathy and evidence-based interventions, I provide personalized support tailored to your unique needs. Together, we'll explore the underlying factors driving addictive behaviors, develop coping strategies, and build a solid foundation for long-term sobriety. Take the first step towards freedom and healing today.
7 Years Experience
Online in Toronto, ON (Online Only)
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.
16 Years Experience
In-Person in Toronto, ON M5R 1A9
Online in Toronto, ON
Substance Abuse
Centre for Psychology and Emotional Health
Psychologist
We treat a wide range of psychological issues including addictions and substance abuse. Many of our therapists are skilled in this area and several have worked at the Centre for Addiction and Mental Health (CAMH).
23 Years Experience
In-Person in Toronto, ON M5R 2A5
Online in Toronto, ON
Substance Abuse
Nadia Malik
Registered Psychotherapist
Substance abuse may seem impossible to manage as if its automatic and controlling you. But together we can put your addiction into perspective and learn what triggers your substance use, how else you can manage temptation, cope with stressors, ride out urges, and free yourself from this burden that holds you under its thumb. This is not a test of willpower or personal failing, it's all about skill building.
2 Years Experience
In-Person in Toronto, ON M6P 1A3
Online in Toronto, ON
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.
33 Years Experience
Online in Toronto, ON (Online Only)
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 Toronto, ON (Online Only)
Substance Abuse
Nicole Moss
Registered Psychotherapist, Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), C.S.P.S.S
Life can feel overwhelming when you’re carrying the weight of addiction or substance abuse on your own. My goal is to support you as I genuinely feel that everyone holds their own map to healing, however, many often need help navigating their path forward. Whether you’re also working on trauma recovery, healing from abuse, or working through the stages of grief, you don’t have to go through it alone. I am grateful to be that source of support for current and new clients. I help people create, enforce, and maintain boundaries that may have once felt impossible to implement, giving them space to feel safer, more empowered, and more connected to themselves and others. I work from an eclectic approach, believing there is no one-size-fits-all path to therapy. Together we can help you break free from limiting patterns and beliefs.
1 Years Experience
In-Person in Toronto, ON M5A 3X9
Online in Toronto, ON
Substance Abuse
Peter Stathakos
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Registered Social Worker, BBA, MDiv, MSW, CMAT, CSAT
As a Certified Multi-Addiction Therapist, I know that is rare for someone to be only addicted to one substance or one unhelpful behaviour. I am here to help address every addiction and unhealthy coping mechanism to help ensure long-term sobriety and prevent you from replacing one addiction with another. The goal is for you to stand on your own 2 feet and truly progress in healing and recovery.
Reach out today to get the care that you deserve!
16 Years Experience
In-Person in Toronto, ON M6G 1M6
Online in Toronto, ON
Substance Abuse
Grounded Minds Therapy
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Our therapists have training and years of experience supporting individuals with substance use. Are you hoping to change your substance use, or develop additional coping skills to manage anxiety, depression or trauma? We can help. Please reach out to schedule a free 15 minute consultation call or therapy session.
8 Years Experience
In-Person in Toronto, ON M5V 1M1
Online in Toronto, ON
Substance Abuse
Heal(ing) Trauma Therapy
Counsellor/Therapist, Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), HBA, MPsy
From a trauma-informed perspective, addiction is understood to be a manifestation of unresolved trauma for which the addiction is a coping method. I work to help clients better understand both their addiction and their trauma, and how to resolve both by learning more healthy and helpful ways of coping and by doing trauma processing. As Gabor Mate says "do not ask why the addiction, ask why the pain".
14 Years Experience
Online in Toronto, ON (Online Only)
Substance Abuse
ThriveWell Counselling
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW / RP
If substance use or addictions are hurting you, your loved ones, or your life, we can work with you to understand and make peace with the underlying roots that may be leading to addictions and substance abuse. Our approach to this is rooted in compassion, understanding, and harm reduction. Our commitment is to meet you where you are at in your journey, recognizing that each path to recovery is unique.
8 Years Experience
In-Person in Toronto, ON M5S 3A7
Online in Toronto, ON
Substance Abuse
New Moon Psychotherapy
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, MACP, MSW, RSW, RP, RP(Q)
We believe that addiction and substance use problems are an attempt to cope with the pain of living. More often than not, people who engage in substance abuse and who experience addiction have experienced loss or adversity and were not taught adaptive strategies to cope with it.
To find relief from this incredible pain, they leaned into a substance or behaviour and found that it worked better than anything else to provide temporary relief from their pain and suffering. When using they thought about what happened a little bit less, difficult emotions like sadness, guilt, anger and shame were dulled, physical pain subsided, and there was a sense of lightness.
The problem is that the high wears off, the physical and emotional pain returns, and the memories come flooding back. Eventually, you feel the relief less and less.
Other problems such as those listed below also occur:
- conflict and instability in relationships
- feeling isolated
- difficulty meeting obligations and work/school/family responsibilities
- financial strain
- hangover/emotional and physical stress
- intense urges for the substance or behaviour
- finding oneself in risky and dangerous situations
These difficulties cause more pain and lead to a vicious cycle of getting high, coming down, experiencing even more pain than initially, seeking the same relief which over time becomes shorter and less effective.
The good news is that it doesn't have to stay this way.
Our highly trained therapists offer evidence-based treatments for substance use and addiction.
Typically, substance abuse and addiction treatment at New Moon Psychotherapy will involve three components
1) Psychoeducation: Helping you understand substance abuse and addiction including why you are experiencing this problem and the function that this problem serves.
2) Coping Strategies: Teaching you various cognitive, behavioural, and somatic strategies to help you manage cravings, regulate your emotions, tolerate distress, and calm your nervous system.
3) Trauma and/or Grief Processing: This gets to the root of the addiction and allows you to heal the pain that has been keeping you stuck all this time. This is incredibly important because it is more likely to prevent the addiction from recurring.
Each of these components build upon one another and will allow you to heal and create meaningful, long-lasting change in your life.
Dr. Gabor Mate, an expert in the research and treatment of addiction, has said that addiction begins and ends with pain. The good news is that you can change the narrative and through therapy, change your ending.
At New Moon Psychotherapy, our team supports individuals experiencing various forms of substance abuse and addiction including alcohol, illicit and prescription drugs, and sex and pornography.
16 Years Experience
In-Person in Toronto, ON M5V 1X9
Online in Toronto, ON
Substance Abuse
Ryan Bittinger
Pre-Licensed Professional, Registered Psychotherapist (Q), DPsychotherapy, LPCC, CAS
Dealing with challenges around substance use can feel very daunting - and yet struggles with this have touch nearly everyone's life. I take a completely non-judgmental approach here that focuses on understanding what is driving substance for each individual. Developing compassion for the way we try to meet our needs with substances is foundational here, so that after understanding this we can move towards more healthy coping behaviors and be kind to our past selves.
11 Years Experience
Online in Toronto, ON (Online Only)
Substance Abuse
Adrienne Sharma-Richardson PhD MEd RP OCT
Registered Psychotherapist, Registered Gestalt Psychotherapist Somatic Experiencing Practitioner Gottman Trained Couples Therapist
Counselling for addiction and codependency is available.
I am a recovering addict myself, it takes one to know one, and it takes one to help one!
You do not need to struggle alone, let me be your one!
FYI I am also a Certified Sex Addictions Therapist (CAST) and a Certified Partner Trauma Therapist (CPTT)
I have a team of CSATs (rate $150) working under me if my rates ($250) are not in your price range.
Please reach out to find out more.
I've Got your Back
Do you or a loved one need help for alcohol or substance abuse?
Are addictions to pornography, sex and/or the internet hurting the people in your life?
Do you have a gambling, drug, alcohol, food, sex, work, and/or shopping addiction (s) that are impacting your life?
Are you impacted by your family member's addiction?
I am a Cannabis Friendly Psychotherapist
13 Years Experience
In-Person in Toronto, ON M4P 1G8
Online in Toronto, ON
Substance Abuse
Therapedia Centre
Registered Psychotherapist, Registered Psychotherapist
t Therapedia Centre, we offer compassionate and evidence-based addiction therapy in Toronto and North York, helping individuals address the emotional and psychological roots of addiction. Our therapists integrate CBT, Mindfulness, ACT, and Art Therapy to support clients in managing cravings, developing healthier coping strategies, and rebuilding self-esteem. Through creative expression and talk therapy, clients learn to process underlying trauma, regulate emotions, and restore balance in daily life. We provide a safe, non-judgmental space for healing and sustainable recovery.
16 Years Experience
In-Person in Toronto, ON M4K 3T2
Online in Toronto, ON
Substance Abuse
Kylie Feller
Licensed Professional Counsellor, MA, CCC
Addiction is never just about the substance—it’s about pain, protection, and survival.
Whether you're navigating recovery, in active addiction, or somewhere in between, I offer a nonjudgmental space to explore the deeper roots beneath the behavior. With a background in front-line work in addiction and trauma treatment centers, I understand how complex and layered this journey can be. I use Internal Family Systems (IFS) to help you build compassionate relationships with the parts of you that turn to substances for relief, connection, or escape. Together, we’ll work to heal the wounds underneath and reconnect you with the strength, clarity, and Self-energy already within you.
10 Years Experience
Online in Toronto, ON (Online Only)
Substance Abuse
Dr. Justin Dubé
Psychologist, Ph.D, C.Psych
There are pros and cons to substance use. If you're reading this, you might have noticed that the cons to your substance use are starting to outweigh the pros. Together, we will use empirically based treatment to help you manage your substance use and learn ways of coping that are more effective for your unique desires, values, and aspirations.
10 Years Experience
In-Person in Toronto, ON M5A 4K2
Online in Toronto, ON
Substance Abuse
First Step Men's Therapy
Registered Psychotherapist, Registered Psychotherapist, ASAT, EMDR
We work with men on a wide range of addictive behaviours, including alcohol, drugs, gambling, sex and porn, video gaming, and internet. Our therapists are trained to help you overcome addictive behaviours and lead happier, healthier lives.
5 Years Experience
In-Person in Toronto, ON M5G 1Z3
Online in Toronto, ON
Substance Abuse
Candace Plattor
Drug and Alcohol Counsellor, M.A. in Counselling Psychology from Adler University
As a specialist in Addictions and Substance Abuse, I have over 35 years clean and sober myself. I believe that even though there is brain involvement in addictive behaviours, addiction is primarily a choice that people make to not have to deal with the reality of their situations - and that the addict can make a different choice. Family members often don't understand the difference between ENABLING and HELPING when they try to support the addicts they love. When families can stop enabling their addict and start helping instead, the addict then has a better chance of recovery from addiction. When addiction is in a family, everyone is affected and everyone needs to heal.
35 Years Experience
Online in Toronto, ON (Online Only)
Toronto is one of the most multicultural cities in the world, and its therapy landscape reflects this extraordinary diversity, with practitioners representing hundreds of cultural backgrounds and dozens of languages. The city's high cost of living and intensely competitive professional environment drive demand for therapists addressing financial anxiety, burnout, and the psychological pressures of ambitious urban life. CAMH — the Centre for Addiction and Mental Health — is Canada's largest mental health and addiction teaching hospital, providing major institutional resources alongside Toronto's vast private practice and counselling community. Ontario's OHIP coverage is limited for psychotherapy, so many residents use extended health benefits or pay out of pocket to access private therapy.
Addictions therapists in Toronto, ON Statistics
Addictions therapists in Toronto, ON average 12 years of experience and charge around $179 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (79%), Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) (64%), and Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) (60%).
Average years in practice
12 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$179
Accept insurance
83%
Offer sliding scale
72%
Gender ID
| 65% |
Female |
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| 33% |
Male |
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| 1% |
Non-Binary |
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| 1% |
Gender Fluid |
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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
| 79% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 64% | Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) |
| 60% | Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) |
| 58% | Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) |
| 52% | Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) |
| 46% | Narrative Therapy |
| 39% | Compassion-Focused Therapy (CFT) |
Ages Served
| 100% | Adult |
| 74% | Young Adult |
| 72% | Teen |
| 68% | Senior |
| 30% | Children |
Client Focus
| 58% | Men |
| 56% | Women |
| 45% | LGBTQ+ |
| 36% | Christian |
| 34% | Military / Veterans |