Addiction Therapists in Downtown, Vancouver, BC
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Jeremy Williams
Counsellor, CCAC, RPC
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
Jeremy Williams is an engaging, competent, passionate, and dynamic Registered Professional Counsellor and a Canadian Certified
Addiction
Counsellor who specializes in individual counselling stress, anxiety, depression, and general mental health, as well as addictions counselling, recovery education, group therapy, psychological first aid, and both EFT and TFT.

Serena Slatten
Counsellor, MCP, RCC
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I specialize in active
addiction
and in
addiction
recovery; however, my scope does not end there.
Whatever has brought you here - the weariness of depression, the struggle of
addiction
, the heaviness of anxiety, the uncertainty of life in its entirety - I welcome you. Whether you have experienced a trauma, are going through a life transition, or just need someone to talk to, someone who will listen without judgement or scorn, my passion and goal as a clinician is to hold the space for you, walk with you through the darkness, guide you to peace and well-being, and help you to live a life you love.

Maryam Dada
Counsellor, BA, MA, RCC
Verified
Verified
I specialize in
addiction
and recovery, grief and loss, trauma, life transitions, anxiety, depression, relationship, and family concerns.
Hi there, my name is Maryam, and I am a Registered Clinical Counsellor with the British Columbia Association of Clinical Counsellors (BCACC). My goal is to provide you a safe space to express how you’re feeling. I am a first-generation South-Asian settler living, working, and playing, on the sacred, stolen, and ancestral territories of the xʷməθkwəy̓əm (Musqueam), Skwxwú7mesh (Squamish), and Səl̓ílwətaʔ/Selilwitulh (Tsleil-Waututh) Nations. I identify as a third-culture kid and know how difficult it can be to feel like you belong, especially while struggling with the multiple pressures of our communities or families.

Patricia Pike (CEO) Interventions Canada
Drug & Alcohol Counsellor, LAADC, ICAADC, ICADC, CIP, NAID
My name is Patricia M. Pike (Patti), CEO of Interventions Canada. I am a Certified Intervention Professional,
Addiction
Specialist, a certified educator (see interventionist training for details) and a devoted advocate for increasing the standard of quality care for all families and persons who are struggling with
substance
misuse,
addiction
and mental health disorders. My purpose to raise the standard of care in these industries has stemmed from two significant factors. Firstly, my 25 years of on-site experience in the fields of behavioral health, with a specialization in alcoholism,
addiction
and
substance
abuse.

Jeffery Norell
Drug & Alcohol Counsellor, CCAC
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
With over 15 years experience successfully applying evidence-based
addiction
counselling techniques, Jeffery has the knowledge and skills to help you recover from
addiction
. He brings a vibrant and dynamic personality to his work. Jeffery has an innate ability to build strong rapport and trust with his clients. The services he offers are made to complement your individual needs and create a precise path to your treatment goals. Utilizing evidence-based treatment models he will help you to understand the root causes for the
substance
use and begin the healing process that will lead to stability and wellness.

Heather Talbot
Counsellor, MTC
Verified
Verified
I have been working as a counsellor for over ten years and specialize in working with trauma,
substance
use and mental health conditions.
There are so many reasons a person might choose to seek counselling. Perhaps some life experience has left you feeling overwhelmed and disconnected; perhaps you struggle with depression or anxiety. There may be behaviours that you are engaging in that you don’t feel good about or are causing problems in your life, or maybe there’s a more general feeling of malaise or low self esteem. If you want to move forward in your life, change behaviours or unwanted patterns; restore a sense of meaning and purpose; build confidence and vitality; and learn healthier ways to cope with life's challenges... I believe I can help!

Laurie Hollingdrake
Counsellor, RCC, MCP
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Hi I’m Laurie, and I understand how lonely it can be to feel that there are things you can’t talk about with anyone in your life. I have experience working with folks who have dual diagnoses of mental health and
substance
use, folks questioning sexuality and gender identity, divorce, fertility issues, people working in the sex economy, stress, anxiety, depression, post-traumatic stress, and more. I hold a Master’s in Counselling Psychology, a diploma in Addictions Medicine, am a Registered Clinical Counsellor with the BCACC, and am a Certified Yoga Instructor. I also provide clinical supervision to other mental health professionals.

Deborah English
Counsellor, MA, RCC
Verified
Verified
I have extensive experience working with individuals (youth & adults), of all genders and sexual orientations who may be struggling with
substance
abuse, compulsive behavior, anxiety, depression and/or trauma. I also work with those who are trying to support them. I also work with those who want to improve their self-esteem and those who want to build their communication skills, which includes boundary setting and assertiveness.
Waitlist for new clients

Tanya Fruehauf
Counsellor, MA, CSAT, CCC, RCC
Verified
Verified
Addiction
is a lonely place to live. Whether you are struggling with your own
addiction
or the
addiction
of someone you love, you are likely in the grips of pain, frustration and fear. I help addicts and loved ones of addicts reclaim themselves from
addiction
and trauma. I work with multiple addictions, relationship issues, codependency, and intimacy issues. I also offer
addiction
assessment services and work with clients with regards to financial disorders including gambling, debting and compulsive spending. Clients comment that my approach warm, compassionate and honest.

Kaitlin Harvey
Counsellor, RCC, CCC
Verified
Verified
I am so happy you are looking for therapy! My ideal client is anyone who wants to make some changes or practice self-discovery. I am particularly attuned to the issues of people who struggle with
substance
use and eating disorders, but I love to work with couples and individuals with any other desire for change.

Natasha Roop
Counsellor, MCP, RCC, BSc
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Hello, I am glad you are reading my profile and hope we can connect! My name is Natasha Roop (she/they), and I am a trauma-informed, anti-oppressive therapist. I am Splatsin First Nations and European and am working to help decolonize the field of counselling. Individuals who seek my counselling services want to take back their power and better understand themselves on a deeper level. I work with individuals unpacking their racial, gender and sexual identity and the effects of structures in our society. With other individuals, we process and work through trauma, PTSD, anxiety, depression, life changes, and
addiction
/
substance
abuse.

Noni Giselle Retfalvi
Counsellor, MEd, RCC
Verified
Verified
Change is difficult, and sometimes painful. If we decide we want to change some aspect of our life, it can feel frightening and also hopeful and exciting. Maybe we want to address
substance
use that is problematic, or to heal from some form of trauma, whether physical or emotional. Or perhaps we feel like we are living in a darkness or prison of depression, even suicidality, one that is difficult to explain or describe to anyone in our lives. This is when we need empathy and respectful, collaborative guidance as we walk the path of change. "Change happens through movement, and movement heals."

Wellness Evolved Counselling
Counsellor, MSc, MA, RCC
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
If you or a loved one are suffering from addictions or are concerned about emotional well being please get in touch for a FREE 20 minute phone consult. I am a Counsellor with 15 years of experience working in residential and outpatient treatment programs with both individuals and groups. I have a passion for helping individuals and families impacted by
substance
use disorders as well as for supporting first responders dealing with operational stress injuries. I use a blend of approaches including motivational interviewing, cognitive behavioural therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy, existential therapy and mindfulness.

Good Life Therapy Centre
Counsellor, MA, RCC
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
At GLTC our staff is committed to helping couples and individuals heal from the effects of
addiction
and trauma. Each staff member is highly trained in proven approaches, utilizing tools for change that lead to the greatest happiness. Through effective relationship counselling,
addiction
counselling and trauma therapy, we have successfully helped thousands of clients reach their personal and relationship goals. Our team of therapists is hand-selected because of their areas of expertise and they are focused on inspiring hope for a brighter future for you and your loved ones.

Hartwell Counselling, Ltd.
Counsellor, MA, CCC, RCT-C
Verified
Verified
The quote from William Shakespeare, "give thy negative thoughts no tongue" is an analysis of our internal thoughts process; what we believe, we become. Your internal held beliefs do not have to define your life. I can help you change your thoughts so you can change your world. Your internal thoughts have caused your life to spiral out of control. You may be struggling with a list of things including: depression, anxiety,
substance
abuse and/or divorce. Its time to change your thinking and bring your potential into focus.

Sarah Ahmed
Registered Social Worker, BSc, MSW, RSW
Verified
Verified
Sarah works as a therapist at Center for
Addiction
and Mental Health (CAMH).
Sarah Ahmed completed her undergraduate degree in Psychology and Masters of Social Work degree from University of Toronto, specializing in Mental Health and Addictions. Sarah has worked with a diverse clientele within a multitude of clinical inpatient and outpatient settings. Sarah provides individual and group counselling to individuals suffering from mental health concerns such as anxiety, depression, borderline personality disorder, coupled with co-occurring
substance
use issues. Additionally, Sarah also provides support for loved ones on how to sustain healthy relationships and manage life stressors.

Shayla Vaughan
Pre-Licensed Professional, RPC-C, AAC, E-RYT, CNP
Verified
Verified
I believe one of the bravest things you can do is begin to understand your own story. Whether you are experiencing crippling anxiety, are affected by
addiction
, or are feeling stuck in your life, my role as your therapist is to support you through life's inevitable challenges in a completely nonjudgmental way. Clients work with me to navigate difficult emotions and move closer to the life that they desire (and deserve).

Andy Bhatti Interventions & Addiction Services
Drug & Alcohol Counsellor, CCAC
Verified
Verified
Andy has a background in drug and alcohol interventions,
addiction
counseling and working with youth with
substance
abuse issues.
Andy Bhatti is a Vancouver drug and alcohol interventionists. Andy works with families that have loved ones stuck in alcoholism or
addiction
. Andy has facilitated drug and alcohol interventions all over Vancouver, Surrey and Langley. Andy provides
addiction
treatment referrals for clients seeking alcohol or drug treatment. Andy works with public and private drug and alcohol treatment centres in Vancouver, Surrey , Langley and British Columbia. Andy Bhatti interventions out patient
addiction
treatment program allows clients to complete written exercises, stay clean and still be able to work. Call today for your free consultation.

Hilda Nanning Counselling
Counsellor, MSW, RSW, RCC
Verified
Verified
Hilda Nanning provides specialized therapy for individuals experiencing crisis, trauma, discord or conflict in regards to self or in relation to others. Some of the relationships Hilda's clients bring into the therapeutic sessions may involve intimate or family relations. Some of the problems she is skilled to work with include: relational discord, issues relating to separation/divorce, trauma, grief/loss, health, aging, employment/career, sexuality, identity, fleeing sociopathy/ violence and abuse,
substance
misuse, eating/not-eating , challenging transitions and emotional pain such as: worries and fears, depression, regret, shame, eroded confidence/self-esteem and anxiety, feeling stuck or isolated.

Jefferson Smith
Pre-Licensed Professional, MCP
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
If you are dealing with challenges related to identity, self-acceptance, depression, anxiety,
substance
use, grief, trauma, relationship communication, or LGBTQ+ topics we might be a good fit and I invite you to connect with me for a consultation.
Life is really hard and often painful. We all need support to find our way through this confusing and challenging existence. It truly helps to let our walls down and share what we are going through in safe, caring, and genuine relationships. This is what I am offering. From this place you can find footholds and sturdy ground inside of yourself that allow you to confidently move toward the future that you want. I want to help you learn how to care for yourself and get the most out of your life and relationships.
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Addiction Counsellors
A person with an addiction uses a substance, or engages in a behavior, for which the rewarding effects provide a compelling incentive to repeat the activity, despite detrimental consequences. Addiction may involve the use of substances such as alcohol, inhalants, opioids, cocaine, and nicotine, or behaviors such as gambling.