Addiction Therapists in Winnipeg, MB
My work centers around recovery from addiction, trauma, religious trauma, grief and loss, difficult childhood experiences, and significant life transitions.
Healing begins by honouring everything that has allowed you to survive until today … and then creating a life you want to be fully present for!
I hold judgment-free space, recognizing we are all human beings managing life’s challenges the best we can.
My work centers around recovery from addiction, trauma, religious trauma, grief and loss, difficult childhood experiences, and significant life transitions.
Healing begins by honouring everything that has allowed you to survive until today … and then creating a life you want to be fully present for!
I hold judgment-free space, recognizing we are all human beings managing life’s challenges the best we can.
WeCantherapy Services offers treatment in the following area:
sexual abuse, intergenerational trauma, loss/ grief, depression, anxiety, addictions, improving self-esteem, and other mental health issues.
WeCantherapy Services provides an integrative approach to client treatment, incorporating a variety of therapeutic techniques such as Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) Therapy, Somatic Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy , Solution-Focused Brief Therapy , Mindfulness-Based Therapy, and Compassion-Focused Therapy.
WeCantherapy Services offers treatment in the following area:
sexual abuse, intergenerational trauma, loss/ grief, depression, anxiety, addictions, improving self-esteem, and other mental health issues.
WeCantherapy Services provides an integrative approach to client treatment, incorporating a variety of therapeutic techniques such as Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) Therapy, Somatic Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy , Solution-Focused Brief Therapy , Mindfulness-Based Therapy, and Compassion-Focused Therapy.
I have helped clients with relational issues (marriage/family), addictions ( substance, lifestyle, emotional), abuse and emotional crisis (anxiety, depression, anger, loss, body image, OCD) to bring restoration, healing and an enriched life.
Making your way to this website is an important step to improving your life. Choosing the right therapist is really about how well you are understood and guided to resolve what you came for. Since 1990 I've made my counselling different by not dividing people into issues or problems. You are you. What is happening in your life is unique. If you are still unsure about choosing the most effective therapist for you, go to our website and read for yourself the words of those who discovered how to make it happen in their own lives. Don't hesitate; this is the next step.
I have helped clients with relational issues (marriage/family), addictions ( substance, lifestyle, emotional), abuse and emotional crisis (anxiety, depression, anger, loss, body image, OCD) to bring restoration, healing and an enriched life.
Making your way to this website is an important step to improving your life. Choosing the right therapist is really about how well you are understood and guided to resolve what you came for. Since 1990 I've made my counselling different by not dividing people into issues or problems. You are you. What is happening in your life is unique. If you are still unsure about choosing the most effective therapist for you, go to our website and read for yourself the words of those who discovered how to make it happen in their own lives. Don't hesitate; this is the next step.
Is there a gap between where you feel you are now, and where you want to be? We all have times in our lives when we feel things just aren't working anymore. If you desire connection and a place to feel understood, gain insights, and make changes, take the first step, and call for an appointment. There are many times in our lives when therapy can make a big difference. Suffering is a fact of life, but there is a way out of suffering. If you are interested in taking that journey, I can point you in the right direction, and walk with you for a time.
Is there a gap between where you feel you are now, and where you want to be? We all have times in our lives when we feel things just aren't working anymore. If you desire connection and a place to feel understood, gain insights, and make changes, take the first step, and call for an appointment. There are many times in our lives when therapy can make a big difference. Suffering is a fact of life, but there is a way out of suffering. If you are interested in taking that journey, I can point you in the right direction, and walk with you for a time.
Sober from alcohol since 2011, I’m Amber, a compassionate addictions counselor and mental health professional dedicated to helping people create lasting change.
We work together to explore what’s beneath the surface, build emotional awareness, and create practical tools to support your mental and emotional well-being. My approach is warm, grounded, and collaborative, using CBT, Motivational Interviewing, and strengths-based methods tailored to you.
Sober from alcohol since 2011, I’m Amber, a compassionate addictions counselor and mental health professional dedicated to helping people create lasting change.
We work together to explore what’s beneath the surface, build emotional awareness, and create practical tools to support your mental and emotional well-being. My approach is warm, grounded, and collaborative, using CBT, Motivational Interviewing, and strengths-based methods tailored to you.
In working with Living Free Psychotherapy, I support individuals navigating the impacts of relationship stressors and strains. These experiences can be difficult to carry, often leaving us caught in the what-ifs, maybes, and should-haves.
I strive to create a relational space where we can slow down and begin to explore these experiences together with curiosity, honesty, and compassion. I believe feeling safe, understood, and genuinely supported is an important part of the therapy process.
In working with Living Free Psychotherapy, I support individuals navigating the impacts of relationship stressors and strains. These experiences can be difficult to carry, often leaving us caught in the what-ifs, maybes, and should-haves.
I strive to create a relational space where we can slow down and begin to explore these experiences together with curiosity, honesty, and compassion. I believe feeling safe, understood, and genuinely supported is an important part of the therapy process.
I specialize in Addiction therapy, including alcohol, substance use, gambling, sex, internet, shopping, exercise, food, the list goes on.
The storm of life can be challenging. Our work together will be a collaborative process rooted in authenticity, understanding and acceptance. I am humbled to build genuine relationships with the people I work with and walk together into places of courage and healing. I welcome everyone with mental health goals to reach out.
I specialize in Addiction therapy, including alcohol, substance use, gambling, sex, internet, shopping, exercise, food, the list goes on.
The storm of life can be challenging. Our work together will be a collaborative process rooted in authenticity, understanding and acceptance. I am humbled to build genuine relationships with the people I work with and walk together into places of courage and healing. I welcome everyone with mental health goals to reach out.
I am an EMDR-trained Registered Clinical Counsellor with over 19 years of experience working in addiction services and mental health, both as a Clinical Counsellor and a Clinical Supervisor.
My therapeutic approach is grounded primarily in EMDR, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Narrative Therapy, while also drawing from Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Family Systems, and Motivational Interviewing. Therapy is collaborative and tailored to your unique experiences, strengths, and goals.
I am an EMDR-trained Registered Clinical Counsellor with over 19 years of experience working in addiction services and mental health, both as a Clinical Counsellor and a Clinical Supervisor.
My therapeutic approach is grounded primarily in EMDR, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Narrative Therapy, while also drawing from Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Family Systems, and Motivational Interviewing. Therapy is collaborative and tailored to your unique experiences, strengths, and goals.
With a 97% success rate...at Butterfly Project your counsellor provides an empathic, comforting, supportive & non-judgemental environment with a client-centered approach to counselling. Meaning you are the expert of your own life & I, Gorete Rodrigues will help guide & assist you in finding answers and the direction that is best for you while being that unbiased support. I am a well respected professional in the social service & therapist industry and have built a positive reputation within the personal and professional community based on humility, honesty, compassion, dedication and trust. I feel the counselling experience is a valuable one and believe deeply in the process.
With a 97% success rate...at Butterfly Project your counsellor provides an empathic, comforting, supportive & non-judgemental environment with a client-centered approach to counselling. Meaning you are the expert of your own life & I, Gorete Rodrigues will help guide & assist you in finding answers and the direction that is best for you while being that unbiased support. I am a well respected professional in the social service & therapist industry and have built a positive reputation within the personal and professional community based on humility, honesty, compassion, dedication and trust. I feel the counselling experience is a valuable one and believe deeply in the process.
For over 13 years, my specialty has been helping individuals, couples and families with conflict and addictions related issues.
Life can be difficult and overwhelming even at the best of times. Reaching out for support can help bring clarity and meaning to your situation and provide you with the support you need during these times. I want you to live the satisfying and meaningful life you deserve free from guilt, shame, anxiety and depression. I view treatment holistically and through a trauma-informed lens. I use a strength based approach so that you understand you are valuable and have unique gifts and abilities to share with the world.
For over 13 years, my specialty has been helping individuals, couples and families with conflict and addictions related issues.
Life can be difficult and overwhelming even at the best of times. Reaching out for support can help bring clarity and meaning to your situation and provide you with the support you need during these times. I want you to live the satisfying and meaningful life you deserve free from guilt, shame, anxiety and depression. I view treatment holistically and through a trauma-informed lens. I use a strength based approach so that you understand you are valuable and have unique gifts and abilities to share with the world.
Accepting new clients.
I am a supportive and collaborative helper for those seeking assistance or solutions to life challenges. In partnering with me, I aim to facilitate a safe environment for you to explore values, identities and experiences and how that may contribute to new discoveries and growth. Therapy takes a lot of courage and strength and I want to walk alongside you as you process emotions, learn about yourself and express your thoughts.
I am also trained in EMDR (which stands for eye movement desensitization and reprocessing), and allows individuals to process memories or negative events.
Accepting new clients.
I am a supportive and collaborative helper for those seeking assistance or solutions to life challenges. In partnering with me, I aim to facilitate a safe environment for you to explore values, identities and experiences and how that may contribute to new discoveries and growth. Therapy takes a lot of courage and strength and I want to walk alongside you as you process emotions, learn about yourself and express your thoughts.
I am also trained in EMDR (which stands for eye movement desensitization and reprocessing), and allows individuals to process memories or negative events.
If you are experiencing emotional or mental health issues, past trauma such as emotional, sexual or physical abuse, addictions or having trouble navigating through your life and don't know how to cope with it, I can help.
I am a Registered Psychiatric Nurse with a Master's in social work and an indigenous focus and two eyed seeing. I have almost 30 years experience working with mental health issues. I have extensive experience with IPV and have taken specialty courses in cognitive behaviour therapy, dialectical behaviour therapy, and brainspotting.
If you are experiencing emotional or mental health issues, past trauma such as emotional, sexual or physical abuse, addictions or having trouble navigating through your life and don't know how to cope with it, I can help.
I am a Registered Psychiatric Nurse with a Master's in social work and an indigenous focus and two eyed seeing. I have almost 30 years experience working with mental health issues. I have extensive experience with IPV and have taken specialty courses in cognitive behaviour therapy, dialectical behaviour therapy, and brainspotting.
Narrative Therapy-Billy Dubery-Whistling Wind Inc
Registered Social Worker, MNTCW, BSW, RSW
2 Endorsed
Winnipeg, MB R3C
I specialize in Narrative practice, working with men navigating trauma, addiction, grief, identity, transitions and more.
My goal is to create a collaborative therapeutic space where you are the expert in your own life. Together, we will explore the stories that shape your experiences, recognizing how struggles can create dominant narratives that overshadow your strengths, values, and preferred ways of being. Therapy is a space to reclaim your voice, rediscover your skills and knowledge, and examine how power, identity, and social and cultural contexts shape life’s challenges. I believe that people are not problems—problems are problems, and together, we can create new possibilities for healing and change
I specialize in Narrative practice, working with men navigating trauma, addiction, grief, identity, transitions and more.
My goal is to create a collaborative therapeutic space where you are the expert in your own life. Together, we will explore the stories that shape your experiences, recognizing how struggles can create dominant narratives that overshadow your strengths, values, and preferred ways of being. Therapy is a space to reclaim your voice, rediscover your skills and knowledge, and examine how power, identity, and social and cultural contexts shape life’s challenges. I believe that people are not problems—problems are problems, and together, we can create new possibilities for healing and change
Whether it is individuals, couples or families - or coaching corporate leaders - or matters of addiction, trauma or crime, Gerry helps people feel at home in his presence, offering a caring and thoughtful approach while also providing clear, practical guidance.
Many people seek counselling when life becomes overwhelming, confusing, or painful. Gerry’s work is grounded in the belief that meaningful change begins with honest reflection, thoughtful guidance, and the courage to face difficult realities while still holding hope for growth.
Clients often describe feeling safe and at ease with Gerry because he brings both calm steadiness and genuine curiosity to the work. His approach combines compassion with clarity — creating a supportive environment while also helping people face any unhealthy patterns that may be holding them back.
Whether it is individuals, couples or families - or coaching corporate leaders - or matters of addiction, trauma or crime, Gerry helps people feel at home in his presence, offering a caring and thoughtful approach while also providing clear, practical guidance.
Many people seek counselling when life becomes overwhelming, confusing, or painful. Gerry’s work is grounded in the belief that meaningful change begins with honest reflection, thoughtful guidance, and the courage to face difficult realities while still holding hope for growth.
Clients often describe feeling safe and at ease with Gerry because he brings both calm steadiness and genuine curiosity to the work. His approach combines compassion with clarity — creating a supportive environment while also helping people face any unhealthy patterns that may be holding them back.
I am trained in Functional Family Therapy (FFT), Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), stress reduction techniques, Seeking Safety and other trauma & addictions interventions.
In this uniquely challenging time, it is normal to experience stress and feel a wide range of thoughts and feelings. Even as the world around us is constantly changing we are capable of finding healthy ways to cope and strengthen our resilience. It takes courage to seek support and I believe in creating a safe and affirming environment where we can work together to better understand and improve your life circumstances.
I am trained in Functional Family Therapy (FFT), Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), stress reduction techniques, Seeking Safety and other trauma & addictions interventions.
In this uniquely challenging time, it is normal to experience stress and feel a wide range of thoughts and feelings. Even as the world around us is constantly changing we are capable of finding healthy ways to cope and strengthen our resilience. It takes courage to seek support and I believe in creating a safe and affirming environment where we can work together to better understand and improve your life circumstances.
Human environments seem to be getting more challenging, complex and more conflicting for humanity. Everyone tends to be living in fear and doubts. Thus, realization of genuine goals look like a mirage culminating in frustrations, transference of frustrations, and breakdowns. At same time, society tends to be whipping us and make us think something is wrong with us. And we seem to be getting invisible in our world everyday. In the midst of these environmental dilemmas, there is a need to learn how not to be lost completely and with resilience realise our dreams in life.
Human environments seem to be getting more challenging, complex and more conflicting for humanity. Everyone tends to be living in fear and doubts. Thus, realization of genuine goals look like a mirage culminating in frustrations, transference of frustrations, and breakdowns. At same time, society tends to be whipping us and make us think something is wrong with us. And we seem to be getting invisible in our world everyday. In the midst of these environmental dilemmas, there is a need to learn how not to be lost completely and with resilience realise our dreams in life.
I specialize in trauma and addiction recovery.
My practice is profoundly informed by my own holistic recovery journey. Our mind and body are connected and can’t be healed in isolation from each other. I use both talk therapy and somatic therapy to help you learn how to witness your emotions and difficult experiences without feeling like they are controlling your life.
I specialize in trauma and addiction recovery.
My practice is profoundly informed by my own holistic recovery journey. Our mind and body are connected and can’t be healed in isolation from each other. I use both talk therapy and somatic therapy to help you learn how to witness your emotions and difficult experiences without feeling like they are controlling your life.
Whether your struggles are with mental health, substances, relationships, or just trying to cope with all life throws at you, I'm here to support you to overcome challenges and start living the life you want.
I’ll support you to find the inner strength to heal from past struggles and move forward with a life that is balanced, meaningful and connected. My trauma informed, strength based and person-centred practice is informed by my lived personal experience as well as 20 years of professional knowledge as a social worker and manager in the mental health field.
Whether your struggles are with mental health, substances, relationships, or just trying to cope with all life throws at you, I'm here to support you to overcome challenges and start living the life you want.
I’ll support you to find the inner strength to heal from past struggles and move forward with a life that is balanced, meaningful and connected. My trauma informed, strength based and person-centred practice is informed by my lived personal experience as well as 20 years of professional knowledge as a social worker and manager in the mental health field.
Whether you are dealing with anxiety, depression, addictions, ADHD-related symptoms, emotional dysregulation, or doom-scrolling, I'm here to help.
We will look at the unwanted patterns or thought cycles stalling your progress. You likely have been trying to fix these on your own, but the habits remain. By blending CBT and Solution Focused strategies, we build clinical tools to improve Impulse Control. We focus on the "how" so you can break the autopilot response and feel more settled.
Whether you are dealing with anxiety, depression, addictions, ADHD-related symptoms, emotional dysregulation, or doom-scrolling, I'm here to help.
We will look at the unwanted patterns or thought cycles stalling your progress. You likely have been trying to fix these on your own, but the habits remain. By blending CBT and Solution Focused strategies, we build clinical tools to improve Impulse Control. We focus on the "how" so you can break the autopilot response and feel more settled.
I provide treatment and assessment for ADHD, anxiety, substance use disorders, eating disorders, trauma, phobias, sleep difficulties, adjustment disorders (job loss, relationship, breakdown, medical diagnosis) and metabolic health support (GLP-1 drugs).
Together we will develop tangible strategies to help improve your life. I aim to help people see things from a different perspective and create a new story from the one that has been playing over and over. I have a fundamental belief that everyone has the capacity to change, no matter what the circumstance.
I provide treatment and assessment for ADHD, anxiety, substance use disorders, eating disorders, trauma, phobias, sleep difficulties, adjustment disorders (job loss, relationship, breakdown, medical diagnosis) and metabolic health support (GLP-1 drugs).
Together we will develop tangible strategies to help improve your life. I aim to help people see things from a different perspective and create a new story from the one that has been playing over and over. I have a fundamental belief that everyone has the capacity to change, no matter what the circumstance.
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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.