Addiction Psychologists and Therapists in Metropolitan Adelaide, SA
Perhaps you're struggling with your own or someone else’s addiction or problematic behaviour or depression or anxiety is keeping your stuck.
I offer a trauma-informed, strengths-based and person-centred approach – a safe, kind and understanding place where you can explore what’s happening for you, without judgement. You decide what want to get out of therapy, as you are the expert on your own life. I will walk beside you all the way.
Perhaps you're struggling with your own or someone else’s addiction or problematic behaviour or depression or anxiety is keeping your stuck.
I offer a trauma-informed, strengths-based and person-centred approach – a safe, kind and understanding place where you can explore what’s happening for you, without judgement. You decide what want to get out of therapy, as you are the expert on your own life. I will walk beside you all the way.
I specialise in helping adults with their alcohol and/or or substance use problems.
Seeking treatment for your alcohol or drug use might seem scary, overwhelming, embarrassing even… and you might be uncertain about where you are at with it. That’s OK. I will try and meet you where you are at, and work with you at whatever place you find yourself right now.
I specialise in helping adults with their alcohol and/or or substance use problems.
Seeking treatment for your alcohol or drug use might seem scary, overwhelming, embarrassing even… and you might be uncertain about where you are at with it. That’s OK. I will try and meet you where you are at, and work with you at whatever place you find yourself right now.
if stress, anxiety, or addiction has you feeling stuck, unmotivated, or lost
I’ve focused my considerable lived experience with men’s mental health, addiction and grief & loss into my counselling. In a space where you are validated and listened to, free from judgement, we can explore what is happening in your life and work together to set goals. Importantly, we can also rediscover and nurture your inner resources and strengths.
if stress, anxiety, or addiction has you feeling stuck, unmotivated, or lost
I’ve focused my considerable lived experience with men’s mental health, addiction and grief & loss into my counselling. In a space where you are validated and listened to, free from judgement, we can explore what is happening in your life and work together to set goals. Importantly, we can also rediscover and nurture your inner resources and strengths.
I work mainly with Relationship struggles - Addiction - grief & loss - Nature therapy
Extensive experience in Addiction, Domestic Violence, Gottman Couples Therapy, Life Coaching, Cognitive Behaviour Therapy. Nature Therapy. Parent Child sessions and Nature Camps.
I work mainly with Relationship struggles - Addiction - grief & loss - Nature therapy
Extensive experience in Addiction, Domestic Violence, Gottman Couples Therapy, Life Coaching, Cognitive Behaviour Therapy. Nature Therapy. Parent Child sessions and Nature Camps.
I have experience in positive parenting, high school wellbeing and drug and alcohol rehabilitation and complex trauma.
Each person’s journey toward wellbeing is unique. As Director of SJP Wellbeing, I am committed to creating a safe and welcoming space where you can explore your concerns, goals and experiences without judgement.
My clinical work integrates evidence-based approaches with a deeply individualised lens. I draw from cognitive behavioural therapy, somatic and emotion-focused therapies, Brainspotting, parts work and positive psychology to tailor support to your specific needs. Everything is grounded in the belief that people make sense in context, and that growth happens in relationship.
I have experience in positive parenting, high school wellbeing and drug and alcohol rehabilitation and complex trauma.
Each person’s journey toward wellbeing is unique. As Director of SJP Wellbeing, I am committed to creating a safe and welcoming space where you can explore your concerns, goals and experiences without judgement.
My clinical work integrates evidence-based approaches with a deeply individualised lens. I draw from cognitive behavioural therapy, somatic and emotion-focused therapies, Brainspotting, parts work and positive psychology to tailor support to your specific needs. Everything is grounded in the belief that people make sense in context, and that growth happens in relationship.
I work with children from 7+, teens, older adults, and anyone who feels overwhelmed, anxious, emotionally stuck, or alone in what they are carrying. Many come with trauma, grief, neurodivergence, or relational pain, and need a space that feels safe, gentle, and deeply attuned. Words are not always enough, which is why creative arts and the calming presence of horses, donkeys, dogs, and chickens can help create safety, connection, and a sense of ease. Often, clients want to feel more understood, more regulated, and more like themselves again.
I work with children from 7+, teens, older adults, and anyone who feels overwhelmed, anxious, emotionally stuck, or alone in what they are carrying. Many come with trauma, grief, neurodivergence, or relational pain, and need a space that feels safe, gentle, and deeply attuned. Words are not always enough, which is why creative arts and the calming presence of horses, donkeys, dogs, and chickens can help create safety, connection, and a sense of ease. Often, clients want to feel more understood, more regulated, and more like themselves again.
My specialist understanding of complex problems such as addiction management, compulsive disorders and mood disorders give me a firm therapeutic framework to assist clients.
Clients who engage with me are committed to personal growth and are seeking an individual who can often just be a witness to their reality. Personal growth requires courage, courage to be honest and courage to admit that there are certain components in our lives we are unable to change. I have been privileged to be part of the self-actualization journey of numerous individuals over the years and I have come to understand that we all have the ability to evolve. Therapy is not for the faint hearted yet it is one of the best investments in yourself you will ever make.
My specialist understanding of complex problems such as addiction management, compulsive disorders and mood disorders give me a firm therapeutic framework to assist clients.
Clients who engage with me are committed to personal growth and are seeking an individual who can often just be a witness to their reality. Personal growth requires courage, courage to be honest and courage to admit that there are certain components in our lives we are unable to change. I have been privileged to be part of the self-actualization journey of numerous individuals over the years and I have come to understand that we all have the ability to evolve. Therapy is not for the faint hearted yet it is one of the best investments in yourself you will ever make.
I am a Certified Compassionate Inquiry practitioner and experienced psychotherapist specialising in addiction and trauma.
I can support you with a range of issues such as Addiction/ substance dependence of yourself or loved one, Anger, Anxiety, Cultural issues, Depression, Expat related concerns, Family/parenting, Grief and loss, Life transitions, Low self-esteem, Mental health concerns, Relational stressors, Stress and Trauma. I bring my experience & accumulated wisdom to you.
I am a Certified Compassionate Inquiry practitioner and experienced psychotherapist specialising in addiction and trauma.
I can support you with a range of issues such as Addiction/ substance dependence of yourself or loved one, Anger, Anxiety, Cultural issues, Depression, Expat related concerns, Family/parenting, Grief and loss, Life transitions, Low self-esteem, Mental health concerns, Relational stressors, Stress and Trauma. I bring my experience & accumulated wisdom to you.
Whether you’re dealing with a significant loss or trauma, low mood, anxiety, substance use issues, or just want some balance in your life, I can help.
It’s hard to replace a warm, genuine in-person conversation, especially one you don’t have to drive half a day to find. I offer psychotherapy in various Adelaide Hills and Barossa locations, as well as Telehealth. Working rurally requires a generalist approach, and the therapy I apply has strong evidence for a wide range of difficulties.
Whether you’re dealing with a significant loss or trauma, low mood, anxiety, substance use issues, or just want some balance in your life, I can help.
It’s hard to replace a warm, genuine in-person conversation, especially one you don’t have to drive half a day to find. I offer psychotherapy in various Adelaide Hills and Barossa locations, as well as Telehealth. Working rurally requires a generalist approach, and the therapy I apply has strong evidence for a wide range of difficulties.
I am a clinical psychologist experienced in working with adults and adolescents with a range of mental health concerns, including depression, anxiety, trauma, addiction, personality disorders and other longstanding problems.
I understand that being vulnerable and engaging in therapy can be daunting and overwhelming. I have a warm, empathic and non-judgemental approach, which helps to build the trusting therapeutic relationship which is so important to achieving positive mental health outcomes. Please get in touch to see how I can help you with your mental health journey.
I am a clinical psychologist experienced in working with adults and adolescents with a range of mental health concerns, including depression, anxiety, trauma, addiction, personality disorders and other longstanding problems.
I understand that being vulnerable and engaging in therapy can be daunting and overwhelming. I have a warm, empathic and non-judgemental approach, which helps to build the trusting therapeutic relationship which is so important to achieving positive mental health outcomes. Please get in touch to see how I can help you with your mental health journey.
My work experience has focused primarily in the Alcohol and Other Drugs (AOD) field as well as in working with individuals and communities impacted by natural disasters.
If you're looking for someone who understands what it's like to live in a foreign land and have to navigate multiple cultures, then I may just be that perfect fit for you. As a migrant living in Australia, I am aware of the challenges associated with cross cultural relationships at various levels including personal, work, education etc. I am professionally trained in counselling with a specific interest in trauma and its impacts on mental health.
My work experience has focused primarily in the Alcohol and Other Drugs (AOD) field as well as in working with individuals and communities impacted by natural disasters.
If you're looking for someone who understands what it's like to live in a foreign land and have to navigate multiple cultures, then I may just be that perfect fit for you. As a migrant living in Australia, I am aware of the challenges associated with cross cultural relationships at various levels including personal, work, education etc. I am professionally trained in counselling with a specific interest in trauma and its impacts on mental health.
I currently work part time in community drug and alcohol counselling, as well as running my own private practice.
Hi I'm Sian (pronounced 'see-arn') and I'm currently offering counselling to individuals, online and in-person. My person-centred approach provides you with a warm, safe space to explore thoughts, feelings and behaviours. With a trauma-informed and strength-based approach I use validation, gentle challenging questions and psycho-education to support you and any life changes you may want to implement.
I currently work part time in community drug and alcohol counselling, as well as running my own private practice.
Hi I'm Sian (pronounced 'see-arn') and I'm currently offering counselling to individuals, online and in-person. My person-centred approach provides you with a warm, safe space to explore thoughts, feelings and behaviours. With a trauma-informed and strength-based approach I use validation, gentle challenging questions and psycho-education to support you and any life changes you may want to implement.
Anita has specialist knowledge and has in-depth experience working with clients experiencing drug and alcohol abuse, cigarette smoking, gambling and other addictions.
Anita works with clients of all ages and diverse backgrounds including individuals, couples and adolescents. She has extensive experience counselling clients and can help you with anxiety, stress, panic attacks, or depression; coping with pain, post-trauma (PTSD), OCD, or workplace issues; managing weight loss; couples therapy and sports psychology. How can Anita help you? Whether you need support, guidance, motivation, or counselling, she can assist you in your journey. Please feel free to book an initial consultation with her.
Anita has specialist knowledge and has in-depth experience working with clients experiencing drug and alcohol abuse, cigarette smoking, gambling and other addictions.
Anita works with clients of all ages and diverse backgrounds including individuals, couples and adolescents. She has extensive experience counselling clients and can help you with anxiety, stress, panic attacks, or depression; coping with pain, post-trauma (PTSD), OCD, or workplace issues; managing weight loss; couples therapy and sports psychology. How can Anita help you? Whether you need support, guidance, motivation, or counselling, she can assist you in your journey. Please feel free to book an initial consultation with her.
My name is Aracely Duran and I work with clients that seek support for complex issues like trauma, anxiety, or family dynamics. They value a therapist who listens without judgment and offers practical strategies for coping and growth. Their goals include healing, improving relationships, and finding inner peace. They want to understand themselves better and navigate life's challenges with resilience. Ultimately, they seek a path to emotional well-being and a more fulfilling life, driven by a desire for personal growth and meaningful connections.
My name is Aracely Duran and I work with clients that seek support for complex issues like trauma, anxiety, or family dynamics. They value a therapist who listens without judgment and offers practical strategies for coping and growth. Their goals include healing, improving relationships, and finding inner peace. They want to understand themselves better and navigate life's challenges with resilience. Ultimately, they seek a path to emotional well-being and a more fulfilling life, driven by a desire for personal growth and meaningful connections.
Struggling with pornography, gambling, substance use, or compulsive technology use?
In therapy we focus on practical strategies and psychological tools to reduce distress, manage anxiety, stress, and addictive behaviours, and regain control over your life. In a safe, supportive Telehealth environment, I tailor sessions to your needs, helping you navigate life transitions and move from short-term coping to lasting, values-driven change.
Struggling with pornography, gambling, substance use, or compulsive technology use?
In therapy we focus on practical strategies and psychological tools to reduce distress, manage anxiety, stress, and addictive behaviours, and regain control over your life. In a safe, supportive Telehealth environment, I tailor sessions to your needs, helping you navigate life transitions and move from short-term coping to lasting, values-driven change.
My practice focuses on supporting young adults, adults, and couples, offering support for various issues including Trauma Counselling, Anxiety, Depression, Substance Abuse, Self Harm and Relationship issues.
My primary therapeutic approach is the Internal Family System Therapy (IFS), which aims to restore trust in self-leadership, achieve harmony and balance, and bring self-energy to the system. I also integrate Solution Focused Therapy (SFT) and Mindfulness Based Therapies (MBT) to provide a holistic approach to healing.
My practice focuses on supporting young adults, adults, and couples, offering support for various issues including Trauma Counselling, Anxiety, Depression, Substance Abuse, Self Harm and Relationship issues.
My primary therapeutic approach is the Internal Family System Therapy (IFS), which aims to restore trust in self-leadership, achieve harmony and balance, and bring self-energy to the system. I also integrate Solution Focused Therapy (SFT) and Mindfulness Based Therapies (MBT) to provide a holistic approach to healing.
As a trained Sex Addiction Therapist, I understand the processes of addiction and the cycle of shame and isolation.
While it's natural to engage in pleasurable activities & behaviours, when that engagement becomes compulsive, overwhelming, and out-of-control, the negative consequences can become destructive & unmanageable, especially when addicted to Sex & Porn. We sometimes adopt these behaviours as a means of gaining momentary relief from any pain, anxiety, or trauma that exists in our lives, but regularly feel intense shame and despair after acting out sexually. Then, shame & isolation serve to maintain the addictive cycle, as the problem becomes more complex & often impacts our intimate partner. Don't despair: Help and recovery is available!
As a trained Sex Addiction Therapist, I understand the processes of addiction and the cycle of shame and isolation.
While it's natural to engage in pleasurable activities & behaviours, when that engagement becomes compulsive, overwhelming, and out-of-control, the negative consequences can become destructive & unmanageable, especially when addicted to Sex & Porn. We sometimes adopt these behaviours as a means of gaining momentary relief from any pain, anxiety, or trauma that exists in our lives, but regularly feel intense shame and despair after acting out sexually. Then, shame & isolation serve to maintain the addictive cycle, as the problem becomes more complex & often impacts our intimate partner. Don't despair: Help and recovery is available!
My main area of focus is the intimacy and relationship challenges that come with addiction recovery and healing childhood wounds. Helping individuals rebuild their relationships (with themselves and others) from the impacts of compulsive use of substances or behaviours such as codependence, internet addiction, porn addiction, sex addiction, love addiction, or gambling addiction.
My main area of focus is the intimacy and relationship challenges that come with addiction recovery and healing childhood wounds. Helping individuals rebuild their relationships (with themselves and others) from the impacts of compulsive use of substances or behaviours such as codependence, internet addiction, porn addiction, sex addiction, love addiction, or gambling addiction.
People come to counselling for so many reasons; maybe they're navigating traumatic memories/experiences, difficult feelings, the complexities of belonging & identity, or their relationship with drugs &/or alcohol.
In our sessions, I offer a culturally-responsive space, walking alongside you using antioppressive, intersectional, trauma- & addiction-informed lenses grounded in evidence-based therapies. Here, you can bring your identity, body & stories into a space that invites connection, choice & the unfolding of what has been held, unspoken, or ready to heal.
People come to counselling for so many reasons; maybe they're navigating traumatic memories/experiences, difficult feelings, the complexities of belonging & identity, or their relationship with drugs &/or alcohol.
In our sessions, I offer a culturally-responsive space, walking alongside you using antioppressive, intersectional, trauma- & addiction-informed lenses grounded in evidence-based therapies. Here, you can bring your identity, body & stories into a space that invites connection, choice & the unfolding of what has been held, unspoken, or ready to heal.
I work with people who are ready to make meaningful change.
Together, we explore how our lived experiences shape us — how different aspects of ourselves develop in response to what we’ve been through, and how some of those patterns can later create difficulties. We’ll gently uncover what’s happening beneath the surface — the patterns, triggers, trauma and unspoken dynamics — and work toward real, lasting relief. Whether you’re dealing with anxiety, burnout, anger, or a persistent sense that something isn’t quite right, this is a space where you don’t have to work through it alone. Our website is Mindspacenqcounselling
I work with people who are ready to make meaningful change.
Together, we explore how our lived experiences shape us — how different aspects of ourselves develop in response to what we’ve been through, and how some of those patterns can later create difficulties. We’ll gently uncover what’s happening beneath the surface — the patterns, triggers, trauma and unspoken dynamics — and work toward real, lasting relief. Whether you’re dealing with anxiety, burnout, anger, or a persistent sense that something isn’t quite right, this is a space where you don’t have to work through it alone. Our website is Mindspacenqcounselling
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Addiction Therapists
What is the best therapy for addiction?
Addiction treatment will be tailored to the individual. People seeking help for addiction—whether with a psychotherapist, in an outpatient clinic, or in a residential program—should expect to engage in multiple types of treatments, sometimes including medication. For anyone recovering from addiction, avoiding situations in which one has typically used a substance is essential, as is the support of close connections. Since substance use disorders tend to co-occur with underlying mental health conditions such as anxiety or depression, those must also be addressed as part of any recovery plan.
How long does therapy for addiction take?
There is no set timeline for recovery from addiction. Patients and their families should expect the work to last several months, if not longer. Residential treatment programs may be based on a stay of 30, 60, or 90 days, with continuing work after release, but only about 1 percent of people are treated in such facilities. Ceasing use is just the first step; therapy to help maintain abstinence and effect behavior change must follow. The process of recovery, neuroscience has shown, involves brain cells recovering the capacity to respond to natural sources of reward and restore control over the impulse to use. Another definition of recovery is restoring voluntary control over one’s substance use and retaking all of one’s previous responsibilities.
How effective is drug addiction treatment?
Substance use disorders are treatable and remission is achievable for many who seek recovery; by some estimates, more than three-quarters of people who become addicted to alcohol or drugs recover. But that success rarely occurs quickly or on a set timeline; relapse is not only common, but many therapists and clinicians view it as a normal part of the process—not always a sign that a person has returned to addiction, but a signal that their treatment should be adjusted to help them regain control. Overall, research suggests, five years after the end of substance use, one’s risk of relapse is no greater than that of others who had not faced addiction. Other experts believe that complete abstinence is not the only measure of recovery, and that, through effective treatment, many people can learn to control their use.
How can you get addiction treatment for someone?
The most important factor in recovery from addiction is widely understood to be an individual’s commitment to change. For that reason,“interventions” in which friends and family gather to urge or force someone to begin immediate treatment often backfire; even when such efforts do lead someone to begin treatment, they may be less likely to stay than those who are self-driven. Still, family members can play an important role in supporting an individual who seeks help and can take part in family therapy as one element of a loved one’s treatment.