Gambling Therapists in Mississauga, ON

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Ryan A. Spodek
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW, CSAT
Verified Verified
Mississauga, ON L4Y
I have a special interest and specialized training in treating individuals suffering from addictions and trauma, specifically behavioral addictions including sex, pornography, internet, online gaming and gambling addiction, as well as substance addictions including alcohol, drug and chemical addictions.
I am a Clinical Social Worker, registered with the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Services Workers, having earned my Master's degree from Yeshiva University- Wurzweiler School of Social Work. I am a professional member of International Institute for Trauma and Addiction Professionals and am a Certified Sex Addiction Therapist. My clinical practice focuses on treating difficulties with anxiety and stress, mood and depression, addiction, relationships, coping with chronic or stress-related medical illness and other psychological/emotional issues, through the use of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and other therapeutic modalities including Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy and traditional psychotherapy.
I have a special interest and specialized training in treating individuals suffering from addictions and trauma, specifically behavioral addictions including sex, pornography, internet, online gaming and gambling addiction, as well as substance addictions including alcohol, drug and chemical addictions.
I am a Clinical Social Worker, registered with the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Services Workers, having earned my Master's degree from Yeshiva University- Wurzweiler School of Social Work. I am a professional member of International Institute for Trauma and Addiction Professionals and am a Certified Sex Addiction Therapist. My clinical practice focuses on treating difficulties with anxiety and stress, mood and depression, addiction, relationships, coping with chronic or stress-related medical illness and other psychological/emotional issues, through the use of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and other therapeutic modalities including Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy and traditional psychotherapy.
(647) 931-3970 View (647) 931-3970
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Jodi Rouah, Counselling & Co.
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
19 Endorsed
Mississauga, ON L4W
This may include the use/abuse/dependence of drugs, prescription medication, alcohol or gambling.
Welcome and thank you for visiting my profile. My hope is that through our work together you feel empowered to understand, strengthen and repair your relationship with self and other, even when it doesn't seem possible. I work from a collaborative and client centered stance; facilitating individuals, couples and families towards a greater understanding of their emotional responses and needs. As we become aware of ourselves and our needs, we have a better sense of where to make change. My specialties include Maternal Mental Health (pregnancy/postpartum), Substance Use & Addiction, relationship struggles and Hold Me Tight Workshops.
This may include the use/abuse/dependence of drugs, prescription medication, alcohol or gambling.
Welcome and thank you for visiting my profile. My hope is that through our work together you feel empowered to understand, strengthen and repair your relationship with self and other, even when it doesn't seem possible. I work from a collaborative and client centered stance; facilitating individuals, couples and families towards a greater understanding of their emotional responses and needs. As we become aware of ourselves and our needs, we have a better sense of where to make change. My specialties include Maternal Mental Health (pregnancy/postpartum), Substance Use & Addiction, relationship struggles and Hold Me Tight Workshops.
(289) 272-6222 View (289) 272-6222
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Jennifer Beauchesne
Registered Psychotherapist, RP, BA
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Mississauga, ON L5L
Are you experiencing stress, anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties? Are you concerned about your or a friend/family member's use of alcohol, substances or gambling? Are you feeling overwhelmed by your emotions and negative or critical thoughts? I hope to empower and encourage you to explore, navigate and develop healthy skills and strategies in wellness and healthy living that are consistent with your values. At Beau Psychotherapy, I wish to support you to develop insight into your struggles and improve your confidence and sense of well-being.
Are you experiencing stress, anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties? Are you concerned about your or a friend/family member's use of alcohol, substances or gambling? Are you feeling overwhelmed by your emotions and negative or critical thoughts? I hope to empower and encourage you to explore, navigate and develop healthy skills and strategies in wellness and healthy living that are consistent with your values. At Beau Psychotherapy, I wish to support you to develop insight into your struggles and improve your confidence and sense of well-being.
(289) 302-5528 View (289) 302-5528
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Poonam T Dhir
Registered Psychotherapist, RP, RMFT, CCC
Verified Verified
Mississauga, ON L5B  (Online Only)
I trust pain is inevitable, but suffering is an option. In fact, what is right with us is greater than what is wrong with us. I help clients access their resilience, motivation, self-agency, self-determination, and inner goodness to reconstruct their narratives & live meaningful contented lives. I am Registered Psychotherapist; Registered Marriage & Family Therapist, & NIHB approved therapist (for Indigenous persons); working as a Clinical Therapist with CMHA. I have extensive experience in CBT, DBT, Couples Therapy, Sex Therapy (sexual dysfunction & sexual offence), Addictions (drugs, gambling), Forensic Therapy (minor crimes, DUI)
I trust pain is inevitable, but suffering is an option. In fact, what is right with us is greater than what is wrong with us. I help clients access their resilience, motivation, self-agency, self-determination, and inner goodness to reconstruct their narratives & live meaningful contented lives. I am Registered Psychotherapist; Registered Marriage & Family Therapist, & NIHB approved therapist (for Indigenous persons); working as a Clinical Therapist with CMHA. I have extensive experience in CBT, DBT, Couples Therapy, Sex Therapy (sexual dysfunction & sexual offence), Addictions (drugs, gambling), Forensic Therapy (minor crimes, DUI)
(289) 807-2732 View (289) 807-2732
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Steve DeGraaf
Registered Social Worker, MEd, RSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Mississauga, ON L5A  (Online Only)
Life can be tough, but I can help you resolve difficulties that you experience, such as anxiety, depression, relationship or family problems, addictions, and many others. There is no need to struggle alone...I will assist you to cope, and find solutions. I am available afternoons and early evenings Monday-Friday, and convenient appointments can be made. As a Registered Social Worker and Psychotherapist, my counselling services can be claimed as a medical expense tax deduction, and there's no HST. Call for yourself, or for someone you love!
Life can be tough, but I can help you resolve difficulties that you experience, such as anxiety, depression, relationship or family problems, addictions, and many others. There is no need to struggle alone...I will assist you to cope, and find solutions. I am available afternoons and early evenings Monday-Friday, and convenient appointments can be made. As a Registered Social Worker and Psychotherapist, my counselling services can be claimed as a medical expense tax deduction, and there's no HST. Call for yourself, or for someone you love!
(877) 959-4070 View (877) 959-4070
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Stacy Yong
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RP
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Mississauga, ON L5N
Welcome To Your Next Chapter! We help heal root issues to truly transform you to THrive in life! Our focus is your mental and emotional wellness by identifying current patterns, and past experiences. I work from a place of hope and believe that everyone has potential to improve their life, regardless of challenges encountered.  I have extensive individual, couple, family and group therapy experience and use your existing strengths to help develop healthy coping and healthy relationships. Together we can identify your goals to help you move forward in life, step by step, for deep healing and growth. It's Time to Reclaim Your Life!
Welcome To Your Next Chapter! We help heal root issues to truly transform you to THrive in life! Our focus is your mental and emotional wellness by identifying current patterns, and past experiences. I work from a place of hope and believe that everyone has potential to improve their life, regardless of challenges encountered.  I have extensive individual, couple, family and group therapy experience and use your existing strengths to help develop healthy coping and healthy relationships. Together we can identify your goals to help you move forward in life, step by step, for deep healing and growth. It's Time to Reclaim Your Life!
(647) 556-6286 View (647) 556-6286
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Reeja Issac
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
Mississauga, ON L5V  (Online Only)
We all struggle at some point in our life. You may feel Anxious, depressed, emotionally overwhelmed, feeling stuck, exposure to a traumatic event that may leave you frozen or fearful. I am glad that you are taking the first step. Psychotherapy can help you to heal, evolve and flourish.
We all struggle at some point in our life. You may feel Anxious, depressed, emotionally overwhelmed, feeling stuck, exposure to a traumatic event that may leave you frozen or fearful. I am glad that you are taking the first step. Psychotherapy can help you to heal, evolve and flourish.
(289) 302-2124 View (289) 302-2124
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dear2me Counselling and Psychotherapy
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Mississauga, ON L5B
Call for Couples and Relationship Counselling. Anger, Depression, Anxiety and Addictions. Be ready for Transformation. Transforming LIVES world wide. Uncover your INNER child. Discover the Champion in you. Counselled 7500 plus clients in 27 years as a Counsellor, Social Worker, Psychotherapist.
Call for Couples and Relationship Counselling. Anger, Depression, Anxiety and Addictions. Be ready for Transformation. Transforming LIVES world wide. Uncover your INNER child. Discover the Champion in you. Counselled 7500 plus clients in 27 years as a Counsellor, Social Worker, Psychotherapist.
(289) 670-1665 View (289) 670-1665
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Nida Yousuf
Psychologist, MSEd, CPsych
Verified Verified
Mississauga, ON L5N  (Online Only)
Nida is a psychologist in Ontario providing psychological services to adults. Nida received her Masters in Counseling Psychology from the University of Pennsylvania, where she was blessed to gain influence from Aaron Beck, the founder of Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy. Nida has been working front-line in the clinical field for 12 years with the last 8 years of extensive experience working with adult and adolescent clients helping them deal with anxiety, complex trauma, addiction, depression, and postpartum depression, family/relationship issues and more. Nida offers services in English, Hindi, Urdu and Punjabi.
Nida is a psychologist in Ontario providing psychological services to adults. Nida received her Masters in Counseling Psychology from the University of Pennsylvania, where she was blessed to gain influence from Aaron Beck, the founder of Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy. Nida has been working front-line in the clinical field for 12 years with the last 8 years of extensive experience working with adult and adolescent clients helping them deal with anxiety, complex trauma, addiction, depression, and postpartum depression, family/relationship issues and more. Nida offers services in English, Hindi, Urdu and Punjabi.
(289) 207-5022 View (289) 207-5022
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Judith Awori
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Mississauga, ON L5B
Thank you for viewing my profile. I am accepting new clients. My practice services individuals, children, youth, families, and groups. We provide psychotherapy to support emotional distress, but not limited to anxiety, lack of motivation, sadness or depression, grief, feeling overwhelmed, feeling stuck in your life and relationship issues. Taking the first step can be difficult, we understand. If you are struggling with mental health issues, the team at Support & Growth Counselling Services can help. We offer a variety of counselling and psychotherapy services to ensure that you and your loved ones can build happy and healthy lives.
Thank you for viewing my profile. I am accepting new clients. My practice services individuals, children, youth, families, and groups. We provide psychotherapy to support emotional distress, but not limited to anxiety, lack of motivation, sadness or depression, grief, feeling overwhelmed, feeling stuck in your life and relationship issues. Taking the first step can be difficult, we understand. If you are struggling with mental health issues, the team at Support & Growth Counselling Services can help. We offer a variety of counselling and psychotherapy services to ensure that you and your loved ones can build happy and healthy lives.
(289) 210-7068 View (289) 210-7068
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Flowing Mind Therapy
Registered Social Worker, BA, BSW, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Mississauga, ON L5N
I work in partnership with my clients to understand their struggles and circumstances from their perspective. I employ an empathetic, non-judgmental approach while fostering a safe atmosphere for clients to tell their story. Clinically, my practice is evidence based and tailored to client’s strengths and needs. My goal is to empower clients to seize control of their own lives by teaching them the skills to steer it in line with their own values and build resiliency to face life’s hardships. I approach this with practical tools and skills to foster this meaningful growth.
I work in partnership with my clients to understand their struggles and circumstances from their perspective. I employ an empathetic, non-judgmental approach while fostering a safe atmosphere for clients to tell their story. Clinically, my practice is evidence based and tailored to client’s strengths and needs. My goal is to empower clients to seize control of their own lives by teaching them the skills to steer it in line with their own values and build resiliency to face life’s hardships. I approach this with practical tools and skills to foster this meaningful growth.
(289) 207-6499 View (289) 207-6499
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Bhargavi Patel
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Mississauga, ON L5R
If you are experiencing distress that has impacted your life in some capacity, I will support you in processing and working through your areas of concern.
If you are experiencing distress that has impacted your life in some capacity, I will support you in processing and working through your areas of concern.
(877) 335-7195 View (877) 335-7195
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Ermilio De Lisa
Counsellor, MPsy, CCPCP-R, CCPA, CHyp
Verified Verified
Mississauga, ON L5M
I offer a holistic form of therapy that is inclusive of both evidence based clinical and traditional healing modalities that best meet the unique needs of each individual. If you are struggling to cope with overwhelming thoughts and emotions or having a hard time moving on after a traumatic situation, you might benefit from clinical therapy services with an experienced and professionally trained therapist. I will help you to gain a better understanding of your personal issues in making quality decisions and gain a clearer perspective on everyday problems.
I offer a holistic form of therapy that is inclusive of both evidence based clinical and traditional healing modalities that best meet the unique needs of each individual. If you are struggling to cope with overwhelming thoughts and emotions or having a hard time moving on after a traumatic situation, you might benefit from clinical therapy services with an experienced and professionally trained therapist. I will help you to gain a better understanding of your personal issues in making quality decisions and gain a clearer perspective on everyday problems.
(365) 800-6740 View (365) 800-6740
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Sheilla Amedume
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Mississauga, ON L5B
Thank you for viewing my profile. I am accepting new clients. My practice services individuals, children, youth, families, and groups. We provide psychotherapy to support emotional distress, but not limited to anxiety, lack of motivation, sadness or depression, grief, feeling overwhelmed, feeling stuck in your life and relationship issues. Taking the first step can be difficult, we understand. If you are struggling with mental health issues, the team at Support & Growth Counselling Services can help. We offer a variety of counselling and psychotherapy services to ensure that you and your loved ones can build happy and healthy lives.
Thank you for viewing my profile. I am accepting new clients. My practice services individuals, children, youth, families, and groups. We provide psychotherapy to support emotional distress, but not limited to anxiety, lack of motivation, sadness or depression, grief, feeling overwhelmed, feeling stuck in your life and relationship issues. Taking the first step can be difficult, we understand. If you are struggling with mental health issues, the team at Support & Growth Counselling Services can help. We offer a variety of counselling and psychotherapy services to ensure that you and your loved ones can build happy and healthy lives.
(289) 272-8560 View (289) 272-8560
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Marlee Harendorf-Gold
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW, CSAT, CPTT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Mississauga, ON L5C
Are you someone who feels that your anxiety, depression or emotions are too overwhelming and painful? Are you someone who uses drugs or alcohol as a way to cope with and escape your pain? Are you someone who feels trapped in the dark cycle of addiction and mental health issues? Then you are not alone. Many people find themselves caught in the vicious cycle of trying to live with their emotional and mental health struggles, while turning to substances seeking relief only to find it for a fleeting moment followed by more pain. Reaching out for help is a hard first step towards healing, finding freedom from pain and breaking isolation.
Are you someone who feels that your anxiety, depression or emotions are too overwhelming and painful? Are you someone who uses drugs or alcohol as a way to cope with and escape your pain? Are you someone who feels trapped in the dark cycle of addiction and mental health issues? Then you are not alone. Many people find themselves caught in the vicious cycle of trying to live with their emotional and mental health struggles, while turning to substances seeking relief only to find it for a fleeting moment followed by more pain. Reaching out for help is a hard first step towards healing, finding freedom from pain and breaking isolation.
(289) 514-1840 View (289) 514-1840
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Waleed Riaz
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), HBSc, MACP, RP(Q)
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Mississauga, ON L4Z
Do you find yourself worrying about situations that may or could happen? Do you feel low, unmotivated, and hopeless? Do you find it difficult to cope with stress, or cope with distress through alcohol or drugs? If so, you may be in the right place at the right time, let's connect! My specialty is working with males, females, and unspecified youth and adults experiencing anxiety, depression, addictions, personality disorders, and stress. I have an extensive experience working with people of color. You deserve to live your best life, free from the weight of anxiety, depression, and the weight of others' misunderstandings.
Do you find yourself worrying about situations that may or could happen? Do you feel low, unmotivated, and hopeless? Do you find it difficult to cope with stress, or cope with distress through alcohol or drugs? If so, you may be in the right place at the right time, let's connect! My specialty is working with males, females, and unspecified youth and adults experiencing anxiety, depression, addictions, personality disorders, and stress. I have an extensive experience working with people of color. You deserve to live your best life, free from the weight of anxiety, depression, and the weight of others' misunderstandings.
(289) 212-6337 View (289) 212-6337
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Bud Sukhu
Licensed Professional Counsellor, MA, RP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Mississauga, ON L5W
Sometimes circumstances and events in our lives creates a tangled mess of our thoughts and feelings which leave us feeling helpless, lost, confused, anxious and stressed. Through my life experiences, education, skills, and training I can assist you in unravelling the thoughts that are preventing you from moving forward to live a normal and healthy life. Therapy is a process of growth and self-discovery. Beginning therapy can be a big step towards being the healthiest version of yourself and living the best life possible—no matter what challenges you may be facing.
Sometimes circumstances and events in our lives creates a tangled mess of our thoughts and feelings which leave us feeling helpless, lost, confused, anxious and stressed. Through my life experiences, education, skills, and training I can assist you in unravelling the thoughts that are preventing you from moving forward to live a normal and healthy life. Therapy is a process of growth and self-discovery. Beginning therapy can be a big step towards being the healthiest version of yourself and living the best life possible—no matter what challenges you may be facing.
(289) 207-6495 View (289) 207-6495
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Geer Harvey
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Mississauga, ON L5B
ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS. My practice services individuals, children, youth, families, and groups. We provide psychotherapy to support emotional distress, but not limited to anxiety, lack of motivation, sadness or depression, grief, feeling overwhelmed, feeling stuck in your life and relationship issues. Taking the first step can be difficult, we understand. If you are struggling with mental health issues, the team at Support & Growth Counselling Services can help. We offer a variety of counselling and psychotherapy services to ensure that you and your loved ones can build happy and healthy lives.
ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS. My practice services individuals, children, youth, families, and groups. We provide psychotherapy to support emotional distress, but not limited to anxiety, lack of motivation, sadness or depression, grief, feeling overwhelmed, feeling stuck in your life and relationship issues. Taking the first step can be difficult, we understand. If you are struggling with mental health issues, the team at Support & Growth Counselling Services can help. We offer a variety of counselling and psychotherapy services to ensure that you and your loved ones can build happy and healthy lives.
(289) 809-7074 View (289) 809-7074
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Ginelle Foskin
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RP
Verified Verified
8 Endorsed
Mississauga, ON L4Z
***NOW ACCEPTING CLIENTS FOR IN-PERSON (SAUGA/VAUGHAN) AND PHONE/VIDEO*** Let’s be honest, life is hard, and in many ways, we juggle more today than we ever have! Life’s challenges can leave us feeling stressed, confused, demotivated, even helpless and hopeless. It can be a tough road to travel, but you don't have to walk it alone. As a therapist, I don’t think anyone should feel that way. I am committed to supporting my clients with guidance, care, and connected to the proper resources. With experience working with youth, students, adults, and parents, I enjoy collaborating with clients on a variety of challenges.
***NOW ACCEPTING CLIENTS FOR IN-PERSON (SAUGA/VAUGHAN) AND PHONE/VIDEO*** Let’s be honest, life is hard, and in many ways, we juggle more today than we ever have! Life’s challenges can leave us feeling stressed, confused, demotivated, even helpless and hopeless. It can be a tough road to travel, but you don't have to walk it alone. As a therapist, I don’t think anyone should feel that way. I am committed to supporting my clients with guidance, care, and connected to the proper resources. With experience working with youth, students, adults, and parents, I enjoy collaborating with clients on a variety of challenges.
(289) 217-9898 View (289) 217-9898
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Rosa Leao Bruno Souza
Registered Psychotherapist, BSc, Psycho
Verified Verified
Mississauga, ON L5M  (Online Only)
I offer individual, couple, group therapy, and workshops with a variety of approaches tailored to your needs, to help enhance and expand self-love and self-compassion and to find new ways to explore love toward others. Being ready to ask for help shows great strength, Self Love, and Acceptance. The answers are within yourself. I am here to help you find a loving space where you can be heard, and hear yourself, to better cope with life's most complex and difficult moments.
I offer individual, couple, group therapy, and workshops with a variety of approaches tailored to your needs, to help enhance and expand self-love and self-compassion and to find new ways to explore love toward others. Being ready to ask for help shows great strength, Self Love, and Acceptance. The answers are within yourself. I am here to help you find a loving space where you can be heard, and hear yourself, to better cope with life's most complex and difficult moments.
(647) 696-7191 View (647) 696-7191

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Gambling Counsellors

How do gambling rehabilitation programs work?

There are both inpatient and outpatient rehabilitation programs. However, for some individuals, an outpatient facility may not offer enough hands-on care, and for other individuals, an inpatient facility may be too much. Both types of care have knowledgeable health professionals including physicians (in the case of residential programs), psychologists, counselors, psychotherapists, and recovered mentors.

How do gambling 12-step programs combined with psychotherapy work?

Abstinence and maintenance are key for 12-step gambling disorder programs. Individuals in a 12-step group rely on each other for support and accountability. In addition, there is often a spiritual element to these programs, whereby belief in a higher power can help the individual overcome their tendencies. If an individual genuinely wants to cease gambling, attending a 12-step program along with regular psychotherapy can be highly effective.

How long does therapy take for gambling disorder?

Recovering from gambling disorder takes time and effort. There’s no precise timeline for treatment, but a person can see change if they stick with therapy and if they have the will and desire to stop. Treatment for gambling disorder requires honesty in therapy, a commitment to understanding triggers, as well as the development of coping skills. Making lifestyle changes is also important, such as staying away from lotteries, online gambling, and casinos.

Is relapse a problem for those with a gambling disorder?

Gambling disorder is often chronic and can be life-long; therefore relapse may present a problem for some individuals. But effective treatment can bring a person’s life under control. To remain healthy and on track, the individual may need to regularly check in with their support group or psychotherapist. Frequently refreshing their tools of recovery can be helpful.