Addiction Therapists in New Westminster, BC
Whether you're working through your own recovery or coping with the effects of someone else’s substance use, I’m here to provide guidance and practical solutions.
I have been privileged to work the many people on their healing journey. I work from a trauma informed, family systems and attachment theory modality. We all have different ways of connecting in the world, I hope to be able to work with you to foster a sense of connection with self & others.
Whether you're working through your own recovery or coping with the effects of someone else’s substance use, I’m here to provide guidance and practical solutions.
I have been privileged to work the many people on their healing journey. I work from a trauma informed, family systems and attachment theory modality. We all have different ways of connecting in the world, I hope to be able to work with you to foster a sense of connection with self & others.
I am passionate about working with individuals impacted by substance use and mental health challenges as well as those having experienced single-incident, prolonged, intergenerational, and vicarious traumas.
Every person is different. As are their needs in counselling. My priorities are safety and authenticity in the counselling relationship. Once we have become familiar, we then explore together to determine the best approaches to implement in your counselling journey. This may include CBT, ACT, Compassion Focused Therapy, CPT or EMDR among others.
I am passionate about working with individuals impacted by substance use and mental health challenges as well as those having experienced single-incident, prolonged, intergenerational, and vicarious traumas.
Every person is different. As are their needs in counselling. My priorities are safety and authenticity in the counselling relationship. Once we have become familiar, we then explore together to determine the best approaches to implement in your counselling journey. This may include CBT, ACT, Compassion Focused Therapy, CPT or EMDR among others.
You might be carrying grief, feeling stuck in relationships, or noticing patterns with substance use that no longer feel workable.
I offer a calm, supportive space where we can slow things down and make sense of what’s been weighing on you. Together, we’ll notice patterns, build practical ways to cope, and focus on small, steady steps forward that feel manageable, meaningful, and aligned with who you are.
You might be carrying grief, feeling stuck in relationships, or noticing patterns with substance use that no longer feel workable.
I offer a calm, supportive space where we can slow things down and make sense of what’s been weighing on you. Together, we’ll notice patterns, build practical ways to cope, and focus on small, steady steps forward that feel manageable, meaningful, and aligned with who you are.
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Are you suffering from anxiety and depression that has knocked your life to the point where it is has become unmanageable? Are you struggling to have or maintain close relationships with your family, friends, loved ones, staff or employers? Have you being "going it alone," or tried other treatments, but nothing worked or if it did, it did not work for long?
Mistrust, anxiety, depression, hypervigilance and self-destructive behaviours are only a few symptoms of something much larger that is going on.
Welcome!
Are you suffering from anxiety and depression that has knocked your life to the point where it is has become unmanageable? Are you struggling to have or maintain close relationships with your family, friends, loved ones, staff or employers? Have you being "going it alone," or tried other treatments, but nothing worked or if it did, it did not work for long?
Mistrust, anxiety, depression, hypervigilance and self-destructive behaviours are only a few symptoms of something much larger that is going on.
I specialize in treating co-occurring conditions such as addictions, eating disorders, PTSD, OCD, BPD, and ADHD/Autism.
Looking for relief from overwhelming emotions? Want more control over your behaviour, and a better relationship with yourself and others? Engage in a supportive counselling relationship where you can share everything without judgement. With over 15 years of experience, I can help you achieve your goals and work through underlying issues impacting your mental health. Make your wellness a priority!
I specialize in treating co-occurring conditions such as addictions, eating disorders, PTSD, OCD, BPD, and ADHD/Autism.
Looking for relief from overwhelming emotions? Want more control over your behaviour, and a better relationship with yourself and others? Engage in a supportive counselling relationship where you can share everything without judgement. With over 15 years of experience, I can help you achieve your goals and work through underlying issues impacting your mental health. Make your wellness a priority!
I have extensive experience working in both private and not-for-profit agencies with youth and adults experiencing substance addiction and trauma.
Welcome. I am a Registered Clinical Counsellor with a Masters in Counselling Psychology. I whole-heartedly believe in the importance of having places and relationships where a person can feel heard, cared for and respected. My approach is eclectic, in that, I draw from a range of therapeutic approaches and collaborate with each person to learn about their unique hopes and needs. I am dedicated to holding a friendly and inclusive space where individuals feel safe to be themselves. I provide client-centered counselling to adults (19 and older) from a neurodiversity affirming and anti-oppressive perspective.
I have extensive experience working in both private and not-for-profit agencies with youth and adults experiencing substance addiction and trauma.
Welcome. I am a Registered Clinical Counsellor with a Masters in Counselling Psychology. I whole-heartedly believe in the importance of having places and relationships where a person can feel heard, cared for and respected. My approach is eclectic, in that, I draw from a range of therapeutic approaches and collaborate with each person to learn about their unique hopes and needs. I am dedicated to holding a friendly and inclusive space where individuals feel safe to be themselves. I provide client-centered counselling to adults (19 and older) from a neurodiversity affirming and anti-oppressive perspective.
Anxiety, worry, depression, or stress can prevent us from enjoying the life we desire. What we think and feel can shape our reality, how we navigate the world, and also influence how others respond to us. This is because our thoughts, emotions, and behaviours are all connected and are constantly creating feedback loops – both positive and negative. Sometimes life throws unexpected curveballs that trigger a downward spiral that (at the time) can feel impossible to recover from. Although difficult events can be destabilizing, confusing, and painful they can also offer us the greatest opportunity for growth.
Anxiety, worry, depression, or stress can prevent us from enjoying the life we desire. What we think and feel can shape our reality, how we navigate the world, and also influence how others respond to us. This is because our thoughts, emotions, and behaviours are all connected and are constantly creating feedback loops – both positive and negative. Sometimes life throws unexpected curveballs that trigger a downward spiral that (at the time) can feel impossible to recover from. Although difficult events can be destabilizing, confusing, and painful they can also offer us the greatest opportunity for growth.
I love working with clients of all walks of life and welcome anyone who is looking to begin their journeys for change, regardless of what that change may look like. I approach each session with compassion and encouragement, opening the floor for us to collaboratively work towards developing a therapeutic goal and striving towards achieving it. I adopt a holistic approach, allowing me to ask questions and learn more about your past, present and future tense, as everyone’s journey and process is different and unique to them.
I love working with clients of all walks of life and welcome anyone who is looking to begin their journeys for change, regardless of what that change may look like. I approach each session with compassion and encouragement, opening the floor for us to collaboratively work towards developing a therapeutic goal and striving towards achieving it. I adopt a holistic approach, allowing me to ask questions and learn more about your past, present and future tense, as everyone’s journey and process is different and unique to them.
These are unique and challenging times. We are faced with very real stressors that can trigger lots of anxiety. What is happening right now can also activate past trauma. Financial concerns, health concerns, worrying about loved ones, having to adjust to living with each other...it can bring out the best and the worst of us. If you have already been struggling with disconnect, unresolved conflict and hurt, or unhealthy ways of coping, now is the time to reach out. I have a very compassionate yet practical approach and focus on providing you with tools that will enable you to make positive life and love changes
These are unique and challenging times. We are faced with very real stressors that can trigger lots of anxiety. What is happening right now can also activate past trauma. Financial concerns, health concerns, worrying about loved ones, having to adjust to living with each other...it can bring out the best and the worst of us. If you have already been struggling with disconnect, unresolved conflict and hurt, or unhealthy ways of coping, now is the time to reach out. I have a very compassionate yet practical approach and focus on providing you with tools that will enable you to make positive life and love changes
As a Registered Clinical Counsellor with the BCACC, I work with individuals who have a wide range of needs but are all working towards a common goal - developing a deeper understanding of themselves. I have experience working with both adolescents & adults who are overcoming various obstacles - from depression and anxiety, to trauma and grief, to vocational and relationship issues. Whatever the situation they are facing, I truly view all clients as resilient individuals who can recover and thrive from such difficult life experiences.
As a Registered Clinical Counsellor with the BCACC, I work with individuals who have a wide range of needs but are all working towards a common goal - developing a deeper understanding of themselves. I have experience working with both adolescents & adults who are overcoming various obstacles - from depression and anxiety, to trauma and grief, to vocational and relationship issues. Whatever the situation they are facing, I truly view all clients as resilient individuals who can recover and thrive from such difficult life experiences.
My approach incorporates Identity & Congruency.
My approach incorporates Identity & Congruency.
We’re here to create a safe, supportive space where you can explore vulnerable experiences without judgment. Our team uses a variety of therapeutic approaches tailored to your unique needs, helping you build awareness and gain control in your life. We work together to strengthen your inner resources, boost resilience, and equip you with the tools to face challenges with confidence. Our goal is to support you as you move forward, ready to handle whatever life brings your way.
We’re here to create a safe, supportive space where you can explore vulnerable experiences without judgment. Our team uses a variety of therapeutic approaches tailored to your unique needs, helping you build awareness and gain control in your life. We work together to strengthen your inner resources, boost resilience, and equip you with the tools to face challenges with confidence. Our goal is to support you as you move forward, ready to handle whatever life brings your way.
Tom has been a therapist for over 40 years and has experience working with clients facing a wide range of concerns. Tom has worked extensively with issues related to sexuality, relationship conflict (and growth), as well as dispute resolution. Tom focuses on applying interest-based principles to working with couples and families in dispute. He is particularly effective in helping clients manage the strong emotions that can play a significant role in achieving a constructive outcome. Tom also applies mindfulness approaches to helping clients deal with anxiety and depression.
Tom has been a therapist for over 40 years and has experience working with clients facing a wide range of concerns. Tom has worked extensively with issues related to sexuality, relationship conflict (and growth), as well as dispute resolution. Tom focuses on applying interest-based principles to working with couples and families in dispute. He is particularly effective in helping clients manage the strong emotions that can play a significant role in achieving a constructive outcome. Tom also applies mindfulness approaches to helping clients deal with anxiety and depression.
You’re looking for someone you can trust to tell your thoughts and feelings to. Someone who can really hear you. Feeling overwhelmed, you're ready to find solutions and help for your concerns. You want support and expertise to help you get to a happier, successful and more positive place in life.
I am a certified clinical counselor with over 20 years experience helping people with mental health challenges.
You’re looking for someone you can trust to tell your thoughts and feelings to. Someone who can really hear you. Feeling overwhelmed, you're ready to find solutions and help for your concerns. You want support and expertise to help you get to a happier, successful and more positive place in life.
I am a certified clinical counselor with over 20 years experience helping people with mental health challenges.
Nowadays, we are living in a world that is so advanced yet in many ways leave us feeling stressed and inadequate. if you are struggling with Anxiety, Depression, Difficult relationships, Career Dissatisfaction, Self Limiting Habits and Self Sabotage, you are not alone. Often times these issues show up in our experiences as Fear, Anger, Resentment, Sadness, Weight Gain, Addictive Habits, Fatigue, Sleepiness or Sleeplessness, Headaches, Phobias and many more. Where are you right now? Are you tired of seeking? Change can be paralyzing but the only way to get to the direction you want is to take that first step in spite of the fear.
Nowadays, we are living in a world that is so advanced yet in many ways leave us feeling stressed and inadequate. if you are struggling with Anxiety, Depression, Difficult relationships, Career Dissatisfaction, Self Limiting Habits and Self Sabotage, you are not alone. Often times these issues show up in our experiences as Fear, Anger, Resentment, Sadness, Weight Gain, Addictive Habits, Fatigue, Sleepiness or Sleeplessness, Headaches, Phobias and many more. Where are you right now? Are you tired of seeking? Change can be paralyzing but the only way to get to the direction you want is to take that first step in spite of the fear.
Over the years I have found successful results when treating: anxiety, depression and mood disorders, substance use and addictions, identity and personality disorders, eating disorders, sexual identity and sexual orientation issues, PTSD, adolescence issues and middle life crisis, grief and loss, co-dependency, couple's conflicts and parenting challenges.
Based on the belief that: "we all have our own answers", I focus my efforts to provide a professional, non judgmental and non critical space, where people can safely engage in a process of self reflection and discovery through which they can increase their self awareness, and learn how to access their own answers and solutions to a wide range of mental health concerns and challenging life situations.
Over the years I have found successful results when treating: anxiety, depression and mood disorders, substance use and addictions, identity and personality disorders, eating disorders, sexual identity and sexual orientation issues, PTSD, adolescence issues and middle life crisis, grief and loss, co-dependency, couple's conflicts and parenting challenges.
Based on the belief that: "we all have our own answers", I focus my efforts to provide a professional, non judgmental and non critical space, where people can safely engage in a process of self reflection and discovery through which they can increase their self awareness, and learn how to access their own answers and solutions to a wide range of mental health concerns and challenging life situations.
Are you finding yourself stuck in life but wanting to soar? Are you longing for freedom? With 15+ years in practice and an MA in Counselling Psychology, I offer trauma-focused counselling toward inner peace and empowerment. When crisis is part of your story, I work in a way that respects your nervous system’s pacing, so change feels possible—not overwhelming. Certified First Responder Counsellor (CFRC). With you being the expert in you, I welcome the chance to walk with you and help facilitate change that fits you. First responders welcome. In-person across the Lower Mainland/GVRD and virtual across BC. Free 15-minute phone consult.
Are you finding yourself stuck in life but wanting to soar? Are you longing for freedom? With 15+ years in practice and an MA in Counselling Psychology, I offer trauma-focused counselling toward inner peace and empowerment. When crisis is part of your story, I work in a way that respects your nervous system’s pacing, so change feels possible—not overwhelming. Certified First Responder Counsellor (CFRC). With you being the expert in you, I welcome the chance to walk with you and help facilitate change that fits you. First responders welcome. In-person across the Lower Mainland/GVRD and virtual across BC. Free 15-minute phone consult.
I am passionate about helping individuals and couples who have experienced significant trauma in their lives, including those with complex PTSD, dissociative identity disorder, and borderline personality disorder. I believe that when we experience trauma, we can feel trapped in the past, frozen by the challenge of letting go of the pain, and unable to enjoy the present. So I want to help you process those past hurts so that you can get back to living the life you want. I provide therapy to people of all cultures, faiths, genders, and sexual orientations, valuing each person’s unique experiences.
I am passionate about helping individuals and couples who have experienced significant trauma in their lives, including those with complex PTSD, dissociative identity disorder, and borderline personality disorder. I believe that when we experience trauma, we can feel trapped in the past, frozen by the challenge of letting go of the pain, and unable to enjoy the present. So I want to help you process those past hurts so that you can get back to living the life you want. I provide therapy to people of all cultures, faiths, genders, and sexual orientations, valuing each person’s unique experiences.
Welcome to a turning point in your life. I’m Alisa - RCC, CCC, and EMDR Trained Therapist. Here’s the truth. You don’t need to keep fighting alone. You don’t need to keep guessing what’s wrong. You don’t need to pretend you’re fine. Imagine this for a moment. You set the weight down. You stop apologizing for your struggles. You stop pushing your feelings aside just to get through the day. And for the first time in a long time, you feel safe enough to breathe. Inner peace isn’t a myth. Self-acceptance isn’t out of reach. And the strengths you forgot you had? They’re still there - waiting to be uncovered.
Welcome to a turning point in your life. I’m Alisa - RCC, CCC, and EMDR Trained Therapist. Here’s the truth. You don’t need to keep fighting alone. You don’t need to keep guessing what’s wrong. You don’t need to pretend you’re fine. Imagine this for a moment. You set the weight down. You stop apologizing for your struggles. You stop pushing your feelings aside just to get through the day. And for the first time in a long time, you feel safe enough to breathe. Inner peace isn’t a myth. Self-acceptance isn’t out of reach. And the strengths you forgot you had? They’re still there - waiting to be uncovered.
I counsel and support individuals and families who struggle with mental health and substance use, parenting, family conflict, relationship issues and a variety of other topics.
Over the years, I have found that people are most successful in creating change when they can talk about their experiences with someone who can help make sense of or assist with better managing thoughts, feelings and emotions.
I counsel and support individuals and families who struggle with mental health and substance use, parenting, family conflict, relationship issues and a variety of other topics.
Over the years, I have found that people are most successful in creating change when they can talk about their experiences with someone who can help make sense of or assist with better managing thoughts, feelings and emotions.
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Addiction Counsellors
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.