Alcohol Use Therapists in East York, ON
Stress and anxiety are a daily part of many people's lives. After all, we live in a fast-paced culture where expectations, from ourselves and others, is ever-increasing. It is understandable to feel strained by your responsibilities, but are they weighing you down more than they are bringing you joy? Perhaps you want to make a life change but don't know how? Through counselling, also known as "talk therapy", I can help put you on the path to reaching your goals and taking control of your life.
Stress and anxiety are a daily part of many people's lives. After all, we live in a fast-paced culture where expectations, from ourselves and others, is ever-increasing. It is understandable to feel strained by your responsibilities, but are they weighing you down more than they are bringing you joy? Perhaps you want to make a life change but don't know how? Through counselling, also known as "talk therapy", I can help put you on the path to reaching your goals and taking control of your life.
You have a dream for your life- create something special, make more money, start a family, live amazing experiences. Yet, despite wishing for these things, you can’t seem to make much progress. You write your goals down but that does not magically move you into action. You read self help books but the good feelings do not last long. You tried manifesting and you’re still waiting for that Bentley to come around the corner…Heck, you might have even tried therapy but week after week after week you just vent and rant and you might be starting to feel even worse...
You have a dream for your life- create something special, make more money, start a family, live amazing experiences. Yet, despite wishing for these things, you can’t seem to make much progress. You write your goals down but that does not magically move you into action. You read self help books but the good feelings do not last long. You tried manifesting and you’re still waiting for that Bentley to come around the corner…Heck, you might have even tried therapy but week after week after week you just vent and rant and you might be starting to feel even worse...
I offer brief and long-term individual counseling, to pre-teens, adolescents, adults, and families. I especially welcome queer, trans and gender-diverse clients and those who support them; neurodivergent folks; those wanting to improve their mental health and those wanting to address substance use and/or addiction.
I offer brief and long-term individual counseling, to pre-teens, adolescents, adults, and families. I especially welcome queer, trans and gender-diverse clients and those who support them; neurodivergent folks; those wanting to improve their mental health and those wanting to address substance use and/or addiction.
My approach is supportive, compassionate, strength-based, and client-centred. The course of therapy will unfold differently for every client. It will depend on you and your needs. Together we will work in a safe, genuine, and supportive environment, to begin to find solutions, navigate through challenges, and build the skills that will help you work through difficult obstacles and move towards positive change. My goal is to help clients get unstuck and moving in the direction of a rich and meaningful life, by cultivating a different type of relationship with their thoughts and feelings.
My approach is supportive, compassionate, strength-based, and client-centred. The course of therapy will unfold differently for every client. It will depend on you and your needs. Together we will work in a safe, genuine, and supportive environment, to begin to find solutions, navigate through challenges, and build the skills that will help you work through difficult obstacles and move towards positive change. My goal is to help clients get unstuck and moving in the direction of a rich and meaningful life, by cultivating a different type of relationship with their thoughts and feelings.
Many things affect us deeply in our busy lives. Yet we find ourselves unable, unwilling, or reluctant to talk our issues through with family, friends or physician. Psychotherapy sessions with me by Zoom, are focused, strategic, and personalized to your needs. I have provided individual and family psychotherapy/counseling in Toronto for over twenty years. Book one session a series, or intermittently: yours to design. Everyone wants change, but how? I will listen to you. "and the day came when the risk to remain tight in a bud was more painful than the risk it took to blossom” Anais Nin
Many things affect us deeply in our busy lives. Yet we find ourselves unable, unwilling, or reluctant to talk our issues through with family, friends or physician. Psychotherapy sessions with me by Zoom, are focused, strategic, and personalized to your needs. I have provided individual and family psychotherapy/counseling in Toronto for over twenty years. Book one session a series, or intermittently: yours to design. Everyone wants change, but how? I will listen to you. "and the day came when the risk to remain tight in a bud was more painful than the risk it took to blossom” Anais Nin
Valery Belyanin
Registered Psychotherapist, RP, PhD, OAMHP, CRPO
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Valery Belyanin is a Registered Psychotherapist with 20+ years of experience. He provides help for clients with low self-esteem, low mood, for those who worry about life events and struggle with accepting themselves or are dealing with the challenges they face.
Valery Belyanin is a Registered Psychotherapist with 20+ years of experience. He provides help for clients with low self-esteem, low mood, for those who worry about life events and struggle with accepting themselves or are dealing with the challenges they face.
I am a passionate therapist with over 11 years of counselling, crisis intervention, and case management experience. It is my privilege to support and guide you on your journey as you gain deeper insight into your life and your needs. You may be going through a change or a difficult time in your life, I can help you through it. Self-awareness and self-acceptance lead to growth and balance. Explore. Express. Evolve.
I am a passionate therapist with over 11 years of counselling, crisis intervention, and case management experience. It is my privilege to support and guide you on your journey as you gain deeper insight into your life and your needs. You may be going through a change or a difficult time in your life, I can help you through it. Self-awareness and self-acceptance lead to growth and balance. Explore. Express. Evolve.
Toula Kourgiantakis
Registered Social Worker, PhD, MSW, CFT
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Online Only
I am a social worker and a couple and family therapist with 30 years of experience working with individuals, couples, and families. In couple therapy, my approach often involves helping couples repair and strengthen their relationships, reduce conflict, improve communication, and enhance emotional and physical intimacy. For families supporting a loved one with mental health and/or addiction-related concerns, I can help strengthen coping skills, self-care, communication, and boundaries.
I am a social worker and a couple and family therapist with 30 years of experience working with individuals, couples, and families. In couple therapy, my approach often involves helping couples repair and strengthen their relationships, reduce conflict, improve communication, and enhance emotional and physical intimacy. For families supporting a loved one with mental health and/or addiction-related concerns, I can help strengthen coping skills, self-care, communication, and boundaries.
How to find hope? How do you heal the ache you feel inside? If you are lost, engaging in therapy can help you find a way forward! You want to be at PEACE with yourself and the people around you. You want to follow your dreams, be part of something that matters, and live to your LIFE to fullest potential. However, you may be at a low point and feel afraid and alone. You may have more bad days than good days. Regardless of the type of struggle, it is possible to move to a better place.
How to find hope? How do you heal the ache you feel inside? If you are lost, engaging in therapy can help you find a way forward! You want to be at PEACE with yourself and the people around you. You want to follow your dreams, be part of something that matters, and live to your LIFE to fullest potential. However, you may be at a low point and feel afraid and alone. You may have more bad days than good days. Regardless of the type of struggle, it is possible to move to a better place.
Choosing the right therapist is an important step toward making positive life changes. To help you with this, I would be happy to meet with you for a free 30-minute consultation to assist you in deciding if therapy and my approach are what you are looking for. My areas of expertise include: stress management, anxiety, depression, life transitions, conflict management, trauma recovery, family/couple relationships, work-related stress, parenting and sexual orientation/identity. I will help you find your path forward with clarity toward healing, recovery, and intentional living.
Choosing the right therapist is an important step toward making positive life changes. To help you with this, I would be happy to meet with you for a free 30-minute consultation to assist you in deciding if therapy and my approach are what you are looking for. My areas of expertise include: stress management, anxiety, depression, life transitions, conflict management, trauma recovery, family/couple relationships, work-related stress, parenting and sexual orientation/identity. I will help you find your path forward with clarity toward healing, recovery, and intentional living.
Andreea Brabete
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Life frequently confronts us with moments of overwhelming uncertainty, leaving us feeling stuck, anxious, and unsure about our next moves. The decision to embark on a therapeutic journey often arises from such encounters with life’s challenges. These challenges may manifest as obstacles in our daily lives or when interacting with people, and make us feel persistent anxiety or depression or perhaps just a vague sense of unease, the contemplation of something still taking form – a lingering, unarticulated question residing in our minds.
Life frequently confronts us with moments of overwhelming uncertainty, leaving us feeling stuck, anxious, and unsure about our next moves. The decision to embark on a therapeutic journey often arises from such encounters with life’s challenges. These challenges may manifest as obstacles in our daily lives or when interacting with people, and make us feel persistent anxiety or depression or perhaps just a vague sense of unease, the contemplation of something still taking form – a lingering, unarticulated question residing in our minds.
Zahra Jamal - Psychotherapy Services
Occupational Therapist, MSc OT, OT(Reg)
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Serves Area
Life can feel challenging at times, leaving you feeling overwhelmed or stuck. You may be experiencing feelings of sadness, worry, anger, shame, fear, grief or despair. Struggling with difficult emotions can take away from living in the present moment. Instead you may find yourself dealing with anxiety, self-criticism, over-thinking, reliving painful memories and stuck in patterns that no longer serve you. Together we will slow things down so we can explore your experiences and the parts of you that may be hard to understand.
Life can feel challenging at times, leaving you feeling overwhelmed or stuck. You may be experiencing feelings of sadness, worry, anger, shame, fear, grief or despair. Struggling with difficult emotions can take away from living in the present moment. Instead you may find yourself dealing with anxiety, self-criticism, over-thinking, reliving painful memories and stuck in patterns that no longer serve you. Together we will slow things down so we can explore your experiences and the parts of you that may be hard to understand.
Danielle Phegan
Registered Psychotherapist, AAMFT, RP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
East York, ON M4C
Not accepting new clients
I believe in the innate ability of every individual to grow and heal, sometimes we need help. For twenty five years I have had the privilege of working with individuals, couples, families and groups on their healing journeys. I work with an anti-oppression and client-centered perspective, which celebrates the unique needs of every client I see. Therapy is an evolving collaboration that needs a safe space to explore challenging feelings, thoughts and relationships in support of new insights, repair, and connection.
I believe in the innate ability of every individual to grow and heal, sometimes we need help. For twenty five years I have had the privilege of working with individuals, couples, families and groups on their healing journeys. I work with an anti-oppression and client-centered perspective, which celebrates the unique needs of every client I see. Therapy is an evolving collaboration that needs a safe space to explore challenging feelings, thoughts and relationships in support of new insights, repair, and connection.
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Vandervoort works with adults facing difficulties such as work related stress and burnout, cannabis use disorder, alcohol use disorder, anxiety, mood difficulties, and post-traumatic stress.
Dr. Vandervoort is a Clinical Psychologist registered with the College of Psychologists of Ontario. She completed her doctorate at the Université du Québec en Outaouais. She has worked extensively with clients presenting with mood, anxiety, substance use, concurrent, sleep, and posttraumatic stress disorders using a cognitive behavioural approach. Dr. Vandervoort is currently a Staff Psychologist at the Concurrent Outpatient Medical and Psychosocial Addictions Support Service at CAMH. She founded the Cognitive Behavioural Therapy for Cannabis Use Group in this service.
Vandervoort works with adults facing difficulties such as work related stress and burnout, cannabis use disorder, alcohol use disorder, anxiety, mood difficulties, and post-traumatic stress.
Dr. Vandervoort is a Clinical Psychologist registered with the College of Psychologists of Ontario. She completed her doctorate at the Université du Québec en Outaouais. She has worked extensively with clients presenting with mood, anxiety, substance use, concurrent, sleep, and posttraumatic stress disorders using a cognitive behavioural approach. Dr. Vandervoort is currently a Staff Psychologist at the Concurrent Outpatient Medical and Psychosocial Addictions Support Service at CAMH. She founded the Cognitive Behavioural Therapy for Cannabis Use Group in this service.
Kelly Atkinson
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MACP, CRPO, CCC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Online Only
Whether you are experiencing symptoms resulting from depression, anxiety, trauma, work challenges, relationship and communication challenges, attachment concerns, alcohol use disorder or are sober curious we will identify and work on your goals.
I employ a holistic and person-centered approach using treatment modalities such as Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT), Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), Cognitive Processing Therapy, Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) and Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT). Most importantly you can feel comfortable, unjudged, and genuinely supported as we work together.
Whether you are experiencing symptoms resulting from depression, anxiety, trauma, work challenges, relationship and communication challenges, attachment concerns, alcohol use disorder or are sober curious we will identify and work on your goals.
I employ a holistic and person-centered approach using treatment modalities such as Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT), Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), Cognitive Processing Therapy, Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) and Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT). Most importantly you can feel comfortable, unjudged, and genuinely supported as we work together.
My expertise lies in supporting people through life changes, burnout, drug and alcohol use, mental health issues such as anxiety and depression, and integrating new thought patterns for positive change.
I have the unique ability to empower clients I work with to recognize their inherent value as human beings. Collaborating closely with my clients, we explore transformative ways of living with more ease and compassion, both for oneself and others. Together, we will delve into understanding how your thoughts create your feelings, which influence your actions and behaviors. By exploring and integrating different ways of thinking, we can create profound change in your life. Using these tools, I can also support you to develop communication skills to better express your unique needs and navigate challenging interpersonal relationships.
My expertise lies in supporting people through life changes, burnout, drug and alcohol use, mental health issues such as anxiety and depression, and integrating new thought patterns for positive change.
I have the unique ability to empower clients I work with to recognize their inherent value as human beings. Collaborating closely with my clients, we explore transformative ways of living with more ease and compassion, both for oneself and others. Together, we will delve into understanding how your thoughts create your feelings, which influence your actions and behaviors. By exploring and integrating different ways of thinking, we can create profound change in your life. Using these tools, I can also support you to develop communication skills to better express your unique needs and navigate challenging interpersonal relationships.
So, whether you are experiencing a stressful or challenging situation, looking for strategies to help manage mental health or substance use/ alcohol use, or looking to work on changing patterns that no longer work for you - I look forward to supporting you from a place of care and kindness, celebrating the entirety of who you are.
Hello! As a registered Social Worker, Psychotherapist in Toronto, I have provided mental health and addiction care for diverse communities for over 15 years. I’ve practiced on Family Health Teams, in community organizations, as well as in private practice. Having had the opportunity to work in different settings, I draw from a variety of modalities including Gestalt Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy as well as Mindfulness Based Cognitive Therapy to name a few, in order to create a unique space for healing, humour and hope.
So, whether you are experiencing a stressful or challenging situation, looking for strategies to help manage mental health or substance use/ alcohol use, or looking to work on changing patterns that no longer work for you - I look forward to supporting you from a place of care and kindness, celebrating the entirety of who you are.
Hello! As a registered Social Worker, Psychotherapist in Toronto, I have provided mental health and addiction care for diverse communities for over 15 years. I’ve practiced on Family Health Teams, in community organizations, as well as in private practice. Having had the opportunity to work in different settings, I draw from a variety of modalities including Gestalt Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy as well as Mindfulness Based Cognitive Therapy to name a few, in order to create a unique space for healing, humour and hope.
First Step Men's Therapy (In-Person + Online)
Registered Psychotherapist, MDiv, RP
Verified Verified
Oshawa, ON L1G
Our specializations include: grief, addiction, ADHD, alcohol use, depression, anxiety, couples counselling, career counselling, anger management, men's issues, depression, sexual addiction, infidelity, trauma and PTSD, life transitions, and self-esteem.
Men that come to see me usually stuck, feeling paralyzed, stressed, anxious, depressed or directionless. You may question whether you are a good son, father, or partner. Perhaps you are struggling with depression, anxiety, addiction, grief, trauma, or just feeling disconnected from yourself and with others. Reaching out to a qualified therapist means taking the "first step". Many men try to solve their challenges on their own, with limited or short-term success. Often, these challenges can get more challenging and problematic. Take the first step today! No waitlist - Click the "website" to book a free 20-minute consultation today!
Our specializations include: grief, addiction, ADHD, alcohol use, depression, anxiety, couples counselling, career counselling, anger management, men's issues, depression, sexual addiction, infidelity, trauma and PTSD, life transitions, and self-esteem.
Men that come to see me usually stuck, feeling paralyzed, stressed, anxious, depressed or directionless. You may question whether you are a good son, father, or partner. Perhaps you are struggling with depression, anxiety, addiction, grief, trauma, or just feeling disconnected from yourself and with others. Reaching out to a qualified therapist means taking the "first step". Many men try to solve their challenges on their own, with limited or short-term success. Often, these challenges can get more challenging and problematic. Take the first step today! No waitlist - Click the "website" to book a free 20-minute consultation today!
First Step Men's Therapy "It's never too late"
Registered Psychotherapist, BA, MA, ASAT, EMDR
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Toronto, ON M5G
Our specializations include: sexual addiction, grief, life transitions, alcohol use, divorce, parenting, trauma, PTSD, ADHD, anger management, sex therapy, anxiety, infidelity, depression, and men's issues.
Are you feeling disconnected to yourself, loved ones, or society? Do you question whether you are a good father, son, or partner? Do you feel angry, stuck, overwhelmed, powerless, guilty, or "not normal". Many men struggle with their mental health without seeking help or reaching out for support. Often, this struggle may lead to addiction, anxiety, depression, shame, guilt, suicidal ideation, poor relationships, grief, low self-esteem, or low self-worth. First Step Men's Therapy offers a safe, warm, and inviting space for men to heal, learn, and grow. Book a free consultation today by clicking the "Website" button to learn more.
Our specializations include: sexual addiction, grief, life transitions, alcohol use, divorce, parenting, trauma, PTSD, ADHD, anger management, sex therapy, anxiety, infidelity, depression, and men's issues.
Are you feeling disconnected to yourself, loved ones, or society? Do you question whether you are a good father, son, or partner? Do you feel angry, stuck, overwhelmed, powerless, guilty, or "not normal". Many men struggle with their mental health without seeking help or reaching out for support. Often, this struggle may lead to addiction, anxiety, depression, shame, guilt, suicidal ideation, poor relationships, grief, low self-esteem, or low self-worth. First Step Men's Therapy offers a safe, warm, and inviting space for men to heal, learn, and grow. Book a free consultation today by clicking the "Website" button to learn more.
I work only with clients with alcohol use disorder!
Heal at Home Inc. provides access to individualized therapy and medication treatment for Alcohol Use Disorder in the palm of your hand. Check our website today! Healathome.ca
I work only with clients with alcohol use disorder!
Heal at Home Inc. provides access to individualized therapy and medication treatment for Alcohol Use Disorder in the palm of your hand. Check our website today! Healathome.ca
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Are there specific medications for alcohol use?
There are oral medications approved to treat alcohol use disorder—such as disulfiram, acamprosate, and naltrexone, which also comes in an injectable form. These medications do help people reduce their drinking as well as avoid the problem of relapse. Naltrexone helps reduce cravings, disulfiram can make a person feel sick when they drink, and acamprosate may help ease symptoms like poor sleep and anxious feelings.
How do alcohol recovery or rehabilitation programs work?
In inpatient programs, individuals live in a facility with other patients in recovery; in outpatient programs,individuals live at home. These facilities are staffed with healthcare professionals including physicians, nurses, psychologists, counselors, and psychotherapists. Staff can also include people who have recovered themselves, serving as mentors and guides. These programs may use abstinence, harm reduction, detoxification, psychotherapy, and other tools for recovery.
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 alcohol use reduce the amount of alcohol they intake. It is not abstinence-based like a 12-step program, but combining harm reduction with psychotherapy proves to be effective for many people.