Drug Abuse Therapists in M1S
David J Grant - Bri Counselling
Registered Social Worker, BSW, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
Scarborough, ON M1S
I am a dedicated social worker and therapist who specializes in the mental and emotional health of racialized communities, and has expertise working with Black African Diaspora boys and men. I have a strong commitment to helping people heal through trauma, including African and Indigenous-centered understandings of healing and people of colour whose mental health has been greatly harmed by the effects of colonialism and subsequent marginalization, war, violence and poverty. I help clients heal the mind, an entity that can be so easily damaged by distressing experiences, while fostering an interconnection between mind, body and soul.
I am a dedicated social worker and therapist who specializes in the mental and emotional health of racialized communities, and has expertise working with Black African Diaspora boys and men. I have a strong commitment to helping people heal through trauma, including African and Indigenous-centered understandings of healing and people of colour whose mental health has been greatly harmed by the effects of colonialism and subsequent marginalization, war, violence and poverty. I help clients heal the mind, an entity that can be so easily damaged by distressing experiences, while fostering an interconnection between mind, body and soul.
Malavikka Sinnarasa
Pre-Licensed Professional, HBSc, MACP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Scarborough, ON M1S (Online Only)
Do you ever feel like you're carrying the weight of the world on your shoulders, but don't know where to unload it all? You're not alone. Life can throw some pretty hefty challenges our way, but here's the thing – you don't have to face them alone. Whether you're wrestling with anxiety, battling the blues, feeling stuck in a rut or overwhelmed by life's challenges, I'm here to help you find your way forward. In our sessions together, you can expect more than just a listening ear – you'll find a compassionate ally who is committed to walking alongside you on your path to healing.
Do you ever feel like you're carrying the weight of the world on your shoulders, but don't know where to unload it all? You're not alone. Life can throw some pretty hefty challenges our way, but here's the thing – you don't have to face them alone. Whether you're wrestling with anxiety, battling the blues, feeling stuck in a rut or overwhelmed by life's challenges, I'm here to help you find your way forward. In our sessions together, you can expect more than just a listening ear – you'll find a compassionate ally who is committed to walking alongside you on your path to healing.
Esra Magsoud
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Scarborough, ON M1S (Online Only)
I provide individual, couples & family therapy to children, youth & adults. Deciding to seek therapy is an important step forward & I look forward to supporting you on your journey of personal growth. Whether you desire to make strides in your emotional, personal, social, or mental health, I will facilitate positive changes to improve your quality of life. I believe that safely & openly exploring your emotions in a positive & helpful environment is crucial. We will collaboratively create treatment plans & goals together, according to your unique needs, preferences & values. I apply an intersectional lens to promote cultural safety.
I provide individual, couples & family therapy to children, youth & adults. Deciding to seek therapy is an important step forward & I look forward to supporting you on your journey of personal growth. Whether you desire to make strides in your emotional, personal, social, or mental health, I will facilitate positive changes to improve your quality of life. I believe that safely & openly exploring your emotions in a positive & helpful environment is crucial. We will collaboratively create treatment plans & goals together, according to your unique needs, preferences & values. I apply an intersectional lens to promote cultural safety.
Connor Blakeborough
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MA, RP
Verified Verified
Scarborough, ON M1S (Online Only)
Our feelings, thoughts and actions can have a significant impact on our ability to connect with others, achieve our goals and engage in the parts of life we find meaningful. These changes in ourselves can often be explained by challenging experiences or turbulent relationships, which leave us feeling depressed, anxious, or overwhelmed. Together, we'll work to create a safe environment where you feel empowered to discuss, process, and problem solve concerns surrounding relationships, self-esteem, trauma, identity, and other topics.
Our feelings, thoughts and actions can have a significant impact on our ability to connect with others, achieve our goals and engage in the parts of life we find meaningful. These changes in ourselves can often be explained by challenging experiences or turbulent relationships, which leave us feeling depressed, anxious, or overwhelmed. Together, we'll work to create a safe environment where you feel empowered to discuss, process, and problem solve concerns surrounding relationships, self-esteem, trauma, identity, and other topics.
Niru Balasubramaniam
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW, RP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Scarborough, ON M1S
Not accepting new clients
Your story, your challenges, and pain are unique to you. I am here to create a compassionate, non-judgmental space for you to share your story and collaboratively work towards helping you reach your goals. My practice follows a client-centered, strengths-based approach to help you feel empowered and learn skills and strategies to achieve a more fulfilling life. I draw on my 10 years of clinical practice experience and educator within the mental health and addictions field to provide evidence-based treatments tailored to meet your individual needs.
Your story, your challenges, and pain are unique to you. I am here to create a compassionate, non-judgmental space for you to share your story and collaboratively work towards helping you reach your goals. My practice follows a client-centered, strengths-based approach to help you feel empowered and learn skills and strategies to achieve a more fulfilling life. I draw on my 10 years of clinical practice experience and educator within the mental health and addictions field to provide evidence-based treatments tailored to meet your individual needs.
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Drug Abuse Counsellors
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.