Substance Use Psychologists and Therapists in Woodcroft, SA
I work holIstically with adults, couples, families & teens who want understand how they can make change in their lives. I can be a neutral person to assist you with skills to change or cope better with the situation. I work mainly with Relationship struggles - Addiction - grief & loss - Nature therapy
I work holIstically with adults, couples, families & teens who want understand how they can make change in their lives. I can be a neutral person to assist you with skills to change or cope better with the situation. I work mainly with Relationship struggles - Addiction - grief & loss - Nature therapy
I bring nearly 30 years of experience to my work as a clinical psychologist, having begun my career at the Master’s level in 1995 and later completing my PhD in Psychology. My approach is practical, collaborative, and evidence-based, focused on helping you navigate life’s challenges and make meaningful, lasting changes.
I work with adults experiencing anxiety, depression, grief, trauma recovery, life transitions, workplace stress, substance misuse, and relationship concerns. My practice draws on Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), EMDR, mindfulness, and supportive counselling, tailoring each session to your individual needs.
I bring nearly 30 years of experience to my work as a clinical psychologist, having begun my career at the Master’s level in 1995 and later completing my PhD in Psychology. My approach is practical, collaborative, and evidence-based, focused on helping you navigate life’s challenges and make meaningful, lasting changes.
I work with adults experiencing anxiety, depression, grief, trauma recovery, life transitions, workplace stress, substance misuse, and relationship concerns. My practice draws on Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), EMDR, mindfulness, and supportive counselling, tailoring each session to your individual needs.
I work holistically to understand the whole context of what brings people to this point in their life. I work with individuals couples and families to work through the root cause of the pain and work forwards with them to find healing and develop practical skills to not just manage difficulties but thrive and live their best life. I understand this may be very difficult. I have extensive experience in trauma, grief, working with suicidal ideation and people experiencing suicide loss. I have a passion for helping survivors, especially male survivors of abuse and trauma and helping people free themselves from shame.
I work holistically to understand the whole context of what brings people to this point in their life. I work with individuals couples and families to work through the root cause of the pain and work forwards with them to find healing and develop practical skills to not just manage difficulties but thrive and live their best life. I understand this may be very difficult. I have extensive experience in trauma, grief, working with suicidal ideation and people experiencing suicide loss. I have a passion for helping survivors, especially male survivors of abuse and trauma and helping people free themselves from shame.
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I am a clinical and forensic psychologist registered with the Psychology Board of Australia. I am also a member of the Australian Psychological Society, and a clinical member of the Association for the Treatment & Prevention of Sexual Abuse. I was trained to practise psychology in Canada, where I began my career as a psychologist in 2013.
I am a clinical and forensic psychologist registered with the Psychology Board of Australia. I am also a member of the Australian Psychological Society, and a clinical member of the Association for the Treatment & Prevention of Sexual Abuse. I was trained to practise psychology in Canada, where I began my career as a psychologist in 2013.
I offer general counselling with special interest in stress, anger, substance use, anxiety, depression and grief.
Counselling from the comfort of home. Overwhelmed? Stuck? Find it hard to talk and worry about being judged or not understood? For over 15 years I’ve supported people going through life challenges to build on coping strategies and have worked extensively with people who struggle with the idea of counselling and find it hard to reach out for support. I encourage seeing counselling as building on wellbeing and self-improvement and not about fixing something wrong.
I offer general counselling with special interest in stress, anger, substance use, anxiety, depression and grief.
Counselling from the comfort of home. Overwhelmed? Stuck? Find it hard to talk and worry about being judged or not understood? For over 15 years I’ve supported people going through life challenges to build on coping strategies and have worked extensively with people who struggle with the idea of counselling and find it hard to reach out for support. I encourage seeing counselling as building on wellbeing and self-improvement and not about fixing something wrong.
My EMDR training and supervision has been from leading psychologists in the assessment and treatment of trauma, complex trauma and dissociative disorders, and substance use disorders .
Maxine is an empathetic General Psychologist experienced in treating a wide range of mental health conditions. Maxine is caring and compassionate and brings a sense of warmth and calm to her practice. She has worked in a wide range of mental health settings and has experience in assessment and treatment for a wide range of psychological conditions and disorders. Maxine uses a variety of evidence-based treatments including Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR), Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Schema Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy, Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT).
My EMDR training and supervision has been from leading psychologists in the assessment and treatment of trauma, complex trauma and dissociative disorders, and substance use disorders .
Maxine is an empathetic General Psychologist experienced in treating a wide range of mental health conditions. Maxine is caring and compassionate and brings a sense of warmth and calm to her practice. She has worked in a wide range of mental health settings and has experience in assessment and treatment for a wide range of psychological conditions and disorders. Maxine uses a variety of evidence-based treatments including Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR), Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Schema Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy, Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT).
I provide support in managing client’s current challenges with the goal of building their capacity for positive and sustainable changes that can be implemented into daily life. As an experienced Psychologist working with a variety of people of all ages and from different backgrounds, I use a strengths-based, client-centred, and tailored approach while working collaboratively to build resilience and independence, creating hope for a better future.
I have worked in multiple health care and community settings, following a strong code of ethics, using evidence-based treatment, and understanding and respecting individual differences.
I provide support in managing client’s current challenges with the goal of building their capacity for positive and sustainable changes that can be implemented into daily life. As an experienced Psychologist working with a variety of people of all ages and from different backgrounds, I use a strengths-based, client-centred, and tailored approach while working collaboratively to build resilience and independence, creating hope for a better future.
I have worked in multiple health care and community settings, following a strong code of ethics, using evidence-based treatment, and understanding and respecting individual differences.
I walk with people who may be navigating substance use concerns, complex life circumstances, & traumatic experiences.
Therapy should feel safe and real. I offer a trauma-informed and evidence-based space where all parts of your identity and story are welcome. Grounded in a liberation-oriented, anti-oppressive and culturally-responsive framework, we can walk together, moving at your own pace to work through what feels heavy, unspoken, or ready to change.
I walk with people who may be navigating substance use concerns, complex life circumstances, & traumatic experiences.
Therapy should feel safe and real. I offer a trauma-informed and evidence-based space where all parts of your identity and story are welcome. Grounded in a liberation-oriented, anti-oppressive and culturally-responsive framework, we can walk together, moving at your own pace to work through what feels heavy, unspoken, or ready to change.
I support individuals experiencing chronic illness, substance use, stress, grief (including pet loss), and self-esteem challenges.
If you’ve ever felt dismissed, talked over or like you have to fight to be taken seriously. That stops here.
At Chronically Heard Counselling, I work with people who are tired of carrying things on their own, especially those living with chronic illness, or struggling with drug and alcohol issues. I also support clients navigating anxiety, burnout, trauma, and life transitions.
My approach is shaped by training, lived experience, and 15 years working in community services and youth work. I’ve supported people through complex, situations, and I bring that same practical, grounded perspective into therapy.
I support individuals experiencing chronic illness, substance use, stress, grief (including pet loss), and self-esteem challenges.
If you’ve ever felt dismissed, talked over or like you have to fight to be taken seriously. That stops here.
At Chronically Heard Counselling, I work with people who are tired of carrying things on their own, especially those living with chronic illness, or struggling with drug and alcohol issues. I also support clients navigating anxiety, burnout, trauma, and life transitions.
My approach is shaped by training, lived experience, and 15 years working in community services and youth work. I’ve supported people through complex, situations, and I bring that same practical, grounded perspective into therapy.
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.
I am experienced working with neuro-diversity, addiction/ substance use and behaviour change.
I am an Accredited Mental Health Social Worker with specialised experience supporting individuals navigating anxiety, depression, recovery and trauma. I am a Credentialed Eating Disorder Clinician and member of ANZAED.
My approach is grounded in empathy, empowerment and collaboration, focused on building the insight, self-compassion, and practical skills needed to achieve your goals and live in alignment with your values.
Clients who are referred by a GP with a mental health treatment plan are eligible for Medicare rebates of $89 per session.
I am experienced working with neuro-diversity, addiction/ substance use and behaviour change.
I am an Accredited Mental Health Social Worker with specialised experience supporting individuals navigating anxiety, depression, recovery and trauma. I am a Credentialed Eating Disorder Clinician and member of ANZAED.
My approach is grounded in empathy, empowerment and collaboration, focused on building the insight, self-compassion, and practical skills needed to achieve your goals and live in alignment with your values.
Clients who are referred by a GP with a mental health treatment plan are eligible for Medicare rebates of $89 per session.
[Telehealth only]. Li Lian is a registered Clinical Psychologist who works primarily with older adolescents and adults, and enjoys working with clients of differing cultural backgrounds and presenting issues. She has experience working with anxiety disorders, depression, PTSD, anger management, addictions, as well as criminal and offending behaviours. Li Lian ensures that she creates a warm, empathetic and non-judgemental space for clients. She encourages open and honest communication to ensure that clients feel comfortable in sharing their thoughts, feelings, behaviours and any feedback about the process.
[Telehealth only]. Li Lian is a registered Clinical Psychologist who works primarily with older adolescents and adults, and enjoys working with clients of differing cultural backgrounds and presenting issues. She has experience working with anxiety disorders, depression, PTSD, anger management, addictions, as well as criminal and offending behaviours. Li Lian ensures that she creates a warm, empathetic and non-judgemental space for clients. She encourages open and honest communication to ensure that clients feel comfortable in sharing their thoughts, feelings, behaviours and any feedback about the process.
If you are facing life challenges and feeling sad, worried, or stressed, you should not handle the situation alone. I will be with you, and together we will establish a clearer understanding of your situation and assess the options. Relying on the best evidence-based approaches, I will be pleased to support you making meaningful changes in your life.
If you are facing life challenges and feeling sad, worried, or stressed, you should not handle the situation alone. I will be with you, and together we will establish a clearer understanding of your situation and assess the options. Relying on the best evidence-based approaches, I will be pleased to support you making meaningful changes in your life.
I work with adults and young people who may be navigating trauma, anxiety, depression, grief and loss, family violence, relationship difficulties or significant life changes. Many of the people I work with feel overwhelmed, stuck or simply unsure where to begin. I also work with clients through NDIS, WorkSafe and Victim Support pathways or Private clients. My aim is to provide a safe, genuine and non-judgmental space where we can make sense of what is happening and work towards meaningful, practical change.
I work with adults and young people who may be navigating trauma, anxiety, depression, grief and loss, family violence, relationship difficulties or significant life changes. Many of the people I work with feel overwhelmed, stuck or simply unsure where to begin. I also work with clients through NDIS, WorkSafe and Victim Support pathways or Private clients. My aim is to provide a safe, genuine and non-judgmental space where we can make sense of what is happening and work towards meaningful, practical change.
NOW accepting NEW clients & HAVE availability! I love working with "everyday" teens to 20s, who are doing it tough and want to change the direction of their life. Maybe you're experiencing anxiety, OCD, stress, and are feeling stuck, hopeless, alone.... Maybe you've had a rough upbringing, made "bad" decisions, use substances and want to stop. Or maybe life is ok but you just want more...
NOW accepting NEW clients & HAVE availability! I love working with "everyday" teens to 20s, who are doing it tough and want to change the direction of their life. Maybe you're experiencing anxiety, OCD, stress, and are feeling stuck, hopeless, alone.... Maybe you've had a rough upbringing, made "bad" decisions, use substances and want to stop. Or maybe life is ok but you just want more...
I am passionate about helping and empowering people who are suffering from mental health and disability issues to find hope, relief, ease and wellbeing in their life. I support people to capacity build their own capacity so they are better able to manage the challenges that occur within there own life.
I am passionate about helping and empowering people who are suffering from mental health and disability issues to find hope, relief, ease and wellbeing in their life. I support people to capacity build their own capacity so they are better able to manage the challenges that occur within there own life.
Many of the men we work with aren’t in crisis. They’re capable, driven and doing well on paper. But something isn’t working. You might be shutting down in conflict, carrying quiet anger, feeling disconnected from your partner, or unsure who you are outside of work and responsibility. You want to show up better in your relationships, feel more steady in yourself, and stop repeating patterns you know aren’t working. You may have tried pushing through on your own. Now you’re ready for structured support that actually translates into real conversations, real decisions and real change.
Many of the men we work with aren’t in crisis. They’re capable, driven and doing well on paper. But something isn’t working. You might be shutting down in conflict, carrying quiet anger, feeling disconnected from your partner, or unsure who you are outside of work and responsibility. You want to show up better in your relationships, feel more steady in yourself, and stop repeating patterns you know aren’t working. You may have tried pushing through on your own. Now you’re ready for structured support that actually translates into real conversations, real decisions and real change.
Charlotte is a down-to-earth, Wollongong & Sydney-based psychologist. She empowers people to take responsibility for their mental health, find their wisdom & guide them towards the life they want to lead. Charlotte’s approach is holistic, she bridges Western science with Eastern healing techniques. Known for her bold approach, she is able to see the best in people. Charlotte targets the emotional, cognitive, physical, behavioural, relational & spiritual levels of healing. Her approach is not a band-aid fix. She gets the full picture of your health and delves beneath the surface to support you to make lifelong sustainable changes.
Charlotte is a down-to-earth, Wollongong & Sydney-based psychologist. She empowers people to take responsibility for their mental health, find their wisdom & guide them towards the life they want to lead. Charlotte’s approach is holistic, she bridges Western science with Eastern healing techniques. Known for her bold approach, she is able to see the best in people. Charlotte targets the emotional, cognitive, physical, behavioural, relational & spiritual levels of healing. Her approach is not a band-aid fix. She gets the full picture of your health and delves beneath the surface to support you to make lifelong sustainable changes.
You may have spent years trying to understand yourself. You know your past has shaped you, perhaps you have done a lot of therapy and gained plenty of insight. Yet you may still find yourself anxious, overwhelmed, emotionally reactive, disconnected, or caught in patterns you wish you could change.
Sometimes understanding isn't enough.
We can know intellectually why we feel or behave a certain way, while our body continues to respond as though something from the past is still happening. Rather than focusing only on thoughts and talking about what has happened, we gently slow down and become curious about what is happening within.
You may have spent years trying to understand yourself. You know your past has shaped you, perhaps you have done a lot of therapy and gained plenty of insight. Yet you may still find yourself anxious, overwhelmed, emotionally reactive, disconnected, or caught in patterns you wish you could change.
Sometimes understanding isn't enough.
We can know intellectually why we feel or behave a certain way, while our body continues to respond as though something from the past is still happening. Rather than focusing only on thoughts and talking about what has happened, we gently slow down and become curious about what is happening within.
Rosette Chan - Ember Psychology & Wellbeing
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
1 Endorsed
Adelaide, SA 5000
Hi there, I’m Rosette. I am a registered Clinical Psychologist based in Adelaide who have had the privilege of supporting a wide range of individuals during my time working in various mental health settings, including both private and public mental health services. I have experience working across the lifespan and treating a variety of mental health concerns including anxiety, depression, obsessive-compulsive disorder, substance-use disorders, trauma, bipolar disorder, self-esteem issues, and relationships difficulties.
Hi there, I’m Rosette. I am a registered Clinical Psychologist based in Adelaide who have had the privilege of supporting a wide range of individuals during my time working in various mental health settings, including both private and public mental health services. I have experience working across the lifespan and treating a variety of mental health concerns including anxiety, depression, obsessive-compulsive disorder, substance-use disorders, trauma, bipolar disorder, self-esteem issues, and relationships difficulties.
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How do substance and drug recovery or rehabilitation programs work?
In inpatient programs, individuals live in a facility with other clients in recovery; in outpatient programs, individuals reside at home. These facilities are staffed with healthcare professionals including physicians, nurses, psychologists, counsellors, and psychotherapists. Staff often also includes people who have recovered themselves, serving as mentors and guides. These programs may use abstinence, harm reduction, detoxification, psychotherapy, and other methods.
How do 12-step programs combined with psychotherapy work?
Members of 12-step programs help each other reach abstinence and work to maintain it. These programs promote complete change in the individual’s emotional, mental, physical, and even spiritual perspectives. Some programs require that new members attend 90 meetings in 90 days. Many people do attend these programs in conjunction with their work in psychotherapy; the combination of therapy along with 12-step can be extremely effective.
How does harm reduction combined with psychotherapy work?
According to the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration, harm reduction prevents death, injury, disease, overdose, and substance misuse. People who choose harm reduction for substance use reduce the amount of drugs they consume. It is not abstinence-based like a 12-step program, but combining harm reduction with psychotherapy proves to be effective for many people.
Are there specific medications for substance and drug use?
There are medications approved to treat substance use disorder—such as buprenorphine, methadone, naltrexone, and acamprosate. These medications do help people cope with substance use as well as avoid the problem of relapse. Naltrexone can help reduce cravings, methadone is an opioid medication used to treat severe pain, and acamprosate may help ease symptoms like poor sleep and anxious feelings.