Addiction Therapists in Ancaster, ON
For over 30 years I've had the privilege of working with individuals and families in a variety of settings who were dealing with addiction, trauma and mental health issues.
I believe that every person has a desire to be their best self and live their best life. However there are times in life when you may be met with challenges, struggles or perhaps a personal crisis. Perhaps you feel you are struggling to cope. I believe in every person’s ability to heal, grow and recover. I believe therapy is a collaborative process, where we can work together to build insight, self awareness and skills.
For over 30 years I've had the privilege of working with individuals and families in a variety of settings who were dealing with addiction, trauma and mental health issues.
I believe that every person has a desire to be their best self and live their best life. However there are times in life when you may be met with challenges, struggles or perhaps a personal crisis. Perhaps you feel you are struggling to cope. I believe in every person’s ability to heal, grow and recover. I believe therapy is a collaborative process, where we can work together to build insight, self awareness and skills.
With over 30 years of experience in mental health and addiction, I offer a grounded, compassionate, and highly practical approach to therapy.
My style is supportive and collaborative. I don’t believe in one-size-fits-all therapy—together, we focus on what’s really going on beneath the surface while also building tools you can use immediately.
With over 30 years of experience in mental health and addiction, I offer a grounded, compassionate, and highly practical approach to therapy.
My style is supportive and collaborative. I don’t believe in one-size-fits-all therapy—together, we focus on what’s really going on beneath the surface while also building tools you can use immediately.
I work primarily with adults and adolescents and can provide support for a variety of mental health, behavioral or emotional conditions, including Anxiety, Depression, Substance Use Disorders, Relationship Problems and PTSD.
We all face challenges from time to time. Sometimes, we are able to adequately handle the dilemma by ourselves. Sometimes, though, the problem is much too difficult, and we can use some help. At those times, it is good to know that the kind of help we need is available. It often takes courage to reach for help, particularly to participate in therapy which can feel disruptive and frightening. To be honest, it often is but can be less distressing by compassionate, non-judgmental support. I know it is not easy, but why not call for support anyhow? A safe environment was created just for you. It would be my privilege to help.
I work primarily with adults and adolescents and can provide support for a variety of mental health, behavioral or emotional conditions, including Anxiety, Depression, Substance Use Disorders, Relationship Problems and PTSD.
We all face challenges from time to time. Sometimes, we are able to adequately handle the dilemma by ourselves. Sometimes, though, the problem is much too difficult, and we can use some help. At those times, it is good to know that the kind of help we need is available. It often takes courage to reach for help, particularly to participate in therapy which can feel disruptive and frightening. To be honest, it often is but can be less distressing by compassionate, non-judgmental support. I know it is not easy, but why not call for support anyhow? A safe environment was created just for you. It would be my privilege to help.
I love supporting folks navigating ADHD, addiction, relationships, anxiety and more.
You’re driven, ambitious and capable, but staying organized can feel way harder than it “should.” Maybe you struggle with focus, overthinking, procrastination or feeling scattered, even when you’re trying your hardest to keep everything together. ADHD and executive functioning challenges can leave you frustrated, overwhelmed and questioning yourself. You’re ready to work with your brain instead of constantly fighting it. Therapy can help you better understand your ADHD, improve focus and organization, build practical strategies, manage overwhelm and use your strengths and creativity to feel more confident, capable and in control.
I love supporting folks navigating ADHD, addiction, relationships, anxiety and more.
You’re driven, ambitious and capable, but staying organized can feel way harder than it “should.” Maybe you struggle with focus, overthinking, procrastination or feeling scattered, even when you’re trying your hardest to keep everything together. ADHD and executive functioning challenges can leave you frustrated, overwhelmed and questioning yourself. You’re ready to work with your brain instead of constantly fighting it. Therapy can help you better understand your ADHD, improve focus and organization, build practical strategies, manage overwhelm and use your strengths and creativity to feel more confident, capable and in control.
I am an experienced Master's level Social Worker, Psychotherapist & Addiction Counsellor offering counselling & psychotherapy for clients in Ontario (in-person & virtual) & Nova Scotia (virtual).
I specialize in trauma and emotions management (i.e., feelings of anxiety, anger, fear, depression, stress, loneliness, loss), addiction (i.e., dependence/abuse of illicit drugs, medication, alcohol and/or gambling), and relationship problems (i.e., conflict, communication, trust, self-esteem, intimacy). Counselling is available for adults (18+).
I am an experienced Master's level Social Worker, Psychotherapist & Addiction Counsellor offering counselling & psychotherapy for clients in Ontario (in-person & virtual) & Nova Scotia (virtual).
I specialize in trauma and emotions management (i.e., feelings of anxiety, anger, fear, depression, stress, loneliness, loss), addiction (i.e., dependence/abuse of illicit drugs, medication, alcohol and/or gambling), and relationship problems (i.e., conflict, communication, trust, self-esteem, intimacy). Counselling is available for adults (18+).
I work effectively and comfortably with anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, substance use and addiction, and general life stressors including transitions, grief and relationship breakdowns.
I am able to help clients identify core issues, and provide information and treatment to feel better. I tend to be more solution focused - replacing unhealthy coping strategies with positive and effective ones. I work with concrete goals to be able to evaluate your treatment plan, and more abstract outcomes like building self esteem, and reducing self hate.
I work effectively and comfortably with anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, substance use and addiction, and general life stressors including transitions, grief and relationship breakdowns.
I am able to help clients identify core issues, and provide information and treatment to feel better. I tend to be more solution focused - replacing unhealthy coping strategies with positive and effective ones. I work with concrete goals to be able to evaluate your treatment plan, and more abstract outcomes like building self esteem, and reducing self hate.
I have been employed in the concurrent disorders (mental health and addiction) field for over 15 years and I have worked the entire addiction spectrum.
I am trained in and use Cognitive-Behaviour Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT) as my main modalities but I am also informed by positive psychology and compassion-focussed approaches. I work in a trauma-informed manner. I am an LGBTQIA+ ally and work in a culturally sensitive manner.
I have been employed in the concurrent disorders (mental health and addiction) field for over 15 years and I have worked the entire addiction spectrum.
I am trained in and use Cognitive-Behaviour Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT) as my main modalities but I am also informed by positive psychology and compassion-focussed approaches. I work in a trauma-informed manner. I am an LGBTQIA+ ally and work in a culturally sensitive manner.
I'm Joey, a Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) supporting adults coping with anxiety, trauma, mood challenges, eating disorders, and addiction recovery.
My approach is collaborative, compassionate, and grounded in connection and lived-experience. I bring 12 years of sobriety and 8 years of experience supporting adults healing with a trauma-informed, culturally sensitive, and solution-focused lens tailored to your needs. I'm a therapist and was also a client. EMDR trained.
I'm Joey, a Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) supporting adults coping with anxiety, trauma, mood challenges, eating disorders, and addiction recovery.
My approach is collaborative, compassionate, and grounded in connection and lived-experience. I bring 12 years of sobriety and 8 years of experience supporting adults healing with a trauma-informed, culturally sensitive, and solution-focused lens tailored to your needs. I'm a therapist and was also a client. EMDR trained.
Common concerns include: anxiety, depression, substance use, procrastination, trauma, self-esteem, relationship conflict, career indecision, and many others.
Dr. Cooper and the counselling team approach to providing care is individually defined and informed by the interest and direction of each individual. Care provision is informed by proven therapies which include but are not limited to cognitive behavioural interventions and positive psychology.
Common concerns include: anxiety, depression, substance use, procrastination, trauma, self-esteem, relationship conflict, career indecision, and many others.
Dr. Cooper and the counselling team approach to providing care is individually defined and informed by the interest and direction of each individual. Care provision is informed by proven therapies which include but are not limited to cognitive behavioural interventions and positive psychology.
Do you struggle with substance use, anger, depression, anxiety, psychosis, or distressing sexual thoughts or behaviours - challenges that affect your relationships, work, self-worth, and ability to move forward?
With 17+ years of experience, I use evidence-based tools like CBT, Motivational Interviewing, and relapse prevention to support your goals - whether that’s harm reduction, abstinence, or personal growth. I create a safe space where you can take accountability, explore change, and build a healthier path forward.
Do you struggle with substance use, anger, depression, anxiety, psychosis, or distressing sexual thoughts or behaviours - challenges that affect your relationships, work, self-worth, and ability to move forward?
With 17+ years of experience, I use evidence-based tools like CBT, Motivational Interviewing, and relapse prevention to support your goals - whether that’s harm reduction, abstinence, or personal growth. I create a safe space where you can take accountability, explore change, and build a healthier path forward.
••• THERAPY for ADHD • AUTISM • TRAUMA • ANXIETY • Chronic Illness •••
I support individuals navigating a range of concerns including AuDHD, ADHD, ASD, OCD, trauma, anxiety, chronic illness, burnout, disability and more. As a neurodivergent therapist with lived experience of chronic pain and as a parent to neurodivergent children, I bring genuine understanding and care to this work. I understand the toll daily life can take. I offer a warm, curious, grounded, neuro-affirming space where you can understand yourself more deeply while feeling supported. I honour who you were, who you are, and who you’re becoming.
••• THERAPY for ADHD • AUTISM • TRAUMA • ANXIETY • Chronic Illness •••
I support individuals navigating a range of concerns including AuDHD, ADHD, ASD, OCD, trauma, anxiety, chronic illness, burnout, disability and more. As a neurodivergent therapist with lived experience of chronic pain and as a parent to neurodivergent children, I bring genuine understanding and care to this work. I understand the toll daily life can take. I offer a warm, curious, grounded, neuro-affirming space where you can understand yourself more deeply while feeling supported. I honour who you were, who you are, and who you’re becoming.
Feeling overwhelmed or stuck?
I work with individuals, couples, and families to uncover the emotional, relational, and life challenges that keeps you from feeling grounded and fulfilled. My clients describe my style as warm, attentive, and honest - I listen deeply, ask meaningful questions, and help you understand the root of what’s going on beneath the surface.
Therapy with me is collaborative and goal focused. Together, we’ll work through what’s holding you back and build practical, lasting change so you can show up more confidently in your life, your relationships, and your future.
If you’re ready, I’m here to support you...
Feeling overwhelmed or stuck?
I work with individuals, couples, and families to uncover the emotional, relational, and life challenges that keeps you from feeling grounded and fulfilled. My clients describe my style as warm, attentive, and honest - I listen deeply, ask meaningful questions, and help you understand the root of what’s going on beneath the surface.
Therapy with me is collaborative and goal focused. Together, we’ll work through what’s holding you back and build practical, lasting change so you can show up more confidently in your life, your relationships, and your future.
If you’re ready, I’m here to support you...
My ideal client feels stuck—overwhelmed by trauma, intense emotions, addiction, OCD, or complex PTSD.
I help adults—especially first responders and those with complex trauma—move from surviving to thriving. Using evidence-based therapies like CPT and DBT, I offer collaborative, person-centred care that builds insight, emotional regulation, and resilience. My warm, direct style ensures you understand your diagnosis and treatment every step of the way.
My ideal client feels stuck—overwhelmed by trauma, intense emotions, addiction, OCD, or complex PTSD.
I help adults—especially first responders and those with complex trauma—move from surviving to thriving. Using evidence-based therapies like CPT and DBT, I offer collaborative, person-centred care that builds insight, emotional regulation, and resilience. My warm, direct style ensures you understand your diagnosis and treatment every step of the way.
My belief is that therapy can create an opportunity for you to become an active participant in your life. Each session offers you the time to reflect on your values, focus on your goals and gain new perspective on challenging issues. Dedicating time to yourself, for yourself is the cornerstone to emotional well-being. In order to effectively support you in achieving your goals, I use an evidence-based and integrated approach to the therapeutic process. I utilize theory and skills from the following modalities; Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Dialectical Behaviour Therapy, Emotional Focused Therapy and Emotion Focused FamilyTherapy
My belief is that therapy can create an opportunity for you to become an active participant in your life. Each session offers you the time to reflect on your values, focus on your goals and gain new perspective on challenging issues. Dedicating time to yourself, for yourself is the cornerstone to emotional well-being. In order to effectively support you in achieving your goals, I use an evidence-based and integrated approach to the therapeutic process. I utilize theory and skills from the following modalities; Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Dialectical Behaviour Therapy, Emotional Focused Therapy and Emotion Focused FamilyTherapy
Many of the people who come to me are feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or caught in patterns they don't fully understand. They may be struggling with anxiety, trauma, grief, depression, or relationship challenges. Often, they have spent years trying to manage on their own and are looking for more than temporary coping strategies. I help individuals, couples, and families make sense of the emotions and relationship patterns beneath their struggles so they can experience greater healing, connection, self-understanding, and lasting change.
I am happy to include Christian faith integration by request.
Many of the people who come to me are feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or caught in patterns they don't fully understand. They may be struggling with anxiety, trauma, grief, depression, or relationship challenges. Often, they have spent years trying to manage on their own and are looking for more than temporary coping strategies. I help individuals, couples, and families make sense of the emotions and relationship patterns beneath their struggles so they can experience greater healing, connection, self-understanding, and lasting change.
I am happy to include Christian faith integration by request.
My training in evidence based interventions such as Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) enables me to treat PTSD & PTSI, addiction, burnout, anxiety & depression in all groups.
I work with adults navigating various mental, emotional and behavioural health challenges, providing my clients with a safe, confidential space in which to explore their therapy goals and achieve positive growth. I take an integrated approach, using CBT, DBT, ACT, and EMDR to provide my clients with evidence-based skills and strategies in trauma and PTSD treatment, ERP for OCD, emotional regulation, and interpersonal effectiveness to navigate relationship issues, grief, and life transitions. My research and clinical interests include (but are not limited to) the unique experiences of first responders and elite athletes.
My training in evidence based interventions such as Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) enables me to treat PTSD & PTSI, addiction, burnout, anxiety & depression in all groups.
I work with adults navigating various mental, emotional and behavioural health challenges, providing my clients with a safe, confidential space in which to explore their therapy goals and achieve positive growth. I take an integrated approach, using CBT, DBT, ACT, and EMDR to provide my clients with evidence-based skills and strategies in trauma and PTSD treatment, ERP for OCD, emotional regulation, and interpersonal effectiveness to navigate relationship issues, grief, and life transitions. My research and clinical interests include (but are not limited to) the unique experiences of first responders and elite athletes.
Sometimes when it feels that life is falling apart, it's actually falling into place. During our life's journey all of us experience times of loss, despair, and loneliness. During these occasions we are often unable to see the patterns we need to change. When our despair forces us to look inward, therapy can offer a chance to reexamine our lives and our past.
I use a variety of techniques to allow my clients to express their trauma and begin to heal the pain that has left them stuck.
Sometimes when it feels that life is falling apart, it's actually falling into place. During our life's journey all of us experience times of loss, despair, and loneliness. During these occasions we are often unable to see the patterns we need to change. When our despair forces us to look inward, therapy can offer a chance to reexamine our lives and our past.
I use a variety of techniques to allow my clients to express their trauma and begin to heal the pain that has left them stuck.
I work with people navigating divorce, burnout, anxiety, depression, grief, OCD, panic, addiction, and trauma who want a safe space to feel understood and supported.
Small t" trauma refers to less severe, often more commonplace, and sometimes cumulative experiences that can still have a significant impact on an individual's emotional and psychological well-being. These events can contribute to emotional distress, influence coping mechanisms and shape one's worldview. It's essential to recognize the impact of all trauma.
I work with people navigating divorce, burnout, anxiety, depression, grief, OCD, panic, addiction, and trauma who want a safe space to feel understood and supported.
Small t" trauma refers to less severe, often more commonplace, and sometimes cumulative experiences that can still have a significant impact on an individual's emotional and psychological well-being. These events can contribute to emotional distress, influence coping mechanisms and shape one's worldview. It's essential to recognize the impact of all trauma.
My passion is to help people regain their inner peace and happiness to live a pleasurable fulfilled life. Life is full of ups, downs and challenges that we are often not prepared for. It does not matter how many times you get knocked down, but the what matters comes from how many times you get up. I believe the greatest accomplishment is who you become while picking yourself back up. Each new day gives you a fresh start to get back on track and to have the courage to rebuild yourself the way you desire. In therapy we would work collaboratively to address your needs and to determine how best to meet these needs.
My passion is to help people regain their inner peace and happiness to live a pleasurable fulfilled life. Life is full of ups, downs and challenges that we are often not prepared for. It does not matter how many times you get knocked down, but the what matters comes from how many times you get up. I believe the greatest accomplishment is who you become while picking yourself back up. Each new day gives you a fresh start to get back on track and to have the courage to rebuild yourself the way you desire. In therapy we would work collaboratively to address your needs and to determine how best to meet these needs.
As a certified addiction counselor and trained in trauma sensitive EMDR, I believe in a holistic approach where a balanced mind-body connection is important to our over all well-being.
In my work as a registered nurse I have supported young and diverse families in their transitions to parenthood and helped mitigate perinatal (pregnancy and postpartum) anxiety and depression challenges. I believe maternal support can influence a strong infant-parent attachment which is crucial to an individual’s relationships throughout life.
As a certified addiction counselor and trained in trauma sensitive EMDR, I believe in a holistic approach where a balanced mind-body connection is important to our over all well-being.
In my work as a registered nurse I have supported young and diverse families in their transitions to parenthood and helped mitigate perinatal (pregnancy and postpartum) anxiety and depression challenges. I believe maternal support can influence a strong infant-parent attachment which is crucial to an individual’s relationships throughout life.
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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.