Substance Use Therapists in Edmonton, AB

I have a strong interest in working with adolescents and adults who are struggling with substance use issues. Working from a client-centered, harm reduction approach, I am committed to assisting you in achieving a better quality of life. I am also passionate about helping others deal with grief and loss, relationship issues, depression and anxiety, and I believe all individuals have the capacity and strength to change and achieve their goals.

A happy life is not experienced when everything is perfect, but when everything is in balance. I am committed to supporting you throughout your difficult experiences, whether it is a situational stress, or one that has been a long term concern. The goal is to assist you in moving closer towards becoming the best version of yourself! Many clients access services for support in managing anxiety and depression symptoms, problematic substance use, medical model cannabis use therapy, harm reduction, relationship concerns, and / or in understanding how their body responds to stressful, or even traumatic, experiences.

I work with clients challenged with repeat relapsing with Addictions, Substance Use Disorders, and other Mental Health related disorders or Maladaptive behaviours who have never done treatment before or have successfully done treatment several times but gave up after several repeated relapses and are being referred for treatment due to mild or moderate-to-severe Substance Use Disorder. I use personalized teletherapy treatments using CBT and REBT therapies along with my signature RElapseREScue brief interventions from the masterclasses “How to become motivated and committed to Change”, and "How to REScue YourSELF from a RElapse".

I trust that every person is the expert of their own life and experiences. I hold the belief that everyone has what they need, within themselves, to heal, and I enjoy walking alongside to support folks in accessing these strengths and resources. I strive to establish trusting and collaborative relationships that create a safe space for exploration and growth. I work from a person-centered and trauma-informed lens, while integrating a variety of modalities including Internal Family Systems, ACT, DBT, somatic and mindfulness-based interventions.

Feeling seen and heard are important when facing concerns of substance use, worry, anxiety, low motivation or feeling weighed down. Maybe you have a loved one with these struggles and want to build skills to help them. Recovery from mental health concerns looks different for everyone, and however it looks to you, is what I want to help you achieve. I use evidence based interventions and care pathways to guide treatment and achieve desired outcomes.

Welcome! I am Laura, a psychotherapist serving individuals, couples, and families throughout Alberta. My interests and experiences include working with individuals experiencing trauma, grief, anxiety, depression, insominia, substance use, and life transitions. I'm proud to provide services in both English and Spanish, embracing the beauty of diversity through multicultural counseling. My therapeutic approach is a blend of proven methods, incorporating Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Internal Family Systems (IFS), and Attachment-based approaches. Additionally, I am equipped to conduct Immigration Psychosocial Evaluations.

I work collaboratively with clients to address a myriad of issues including depression, anxiety, trauma, grief, substance use, relationship issues, and emotional struggles. I approach my clients with warmth, humour, and empathy as we identify therapeutic goals and plan for success. I strive to create a safe, trusting relationship where you feel comfortable in exploring the thoughts, beliefs, and patterns that may be affecting your well-being. I work with a wide variety of people from adolescents/youth and adults through all of life's stages.

I am a Registered Psychologist with over 20 years of experience in the mental health field. I am skilled in both counselling and assessments and an advocate of acceptance/self-acceptance, and believe in providing a non-judgmental environment. I specialize in working with a diverse population, including children, adolescents, adults, and families, with extensive experience working with women and couples. I am a certified in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and use a holistic approach towards mental health, also drawing from Solution-Focused Therapy, Dialectic Behavioral Therapy, and Emotion-Focused Therapy.

I work with individuals and families who have experienced trauma, substance use, anxiety, depression, ADHD, and relationship challenges. I have a special interest in intergenerational trauma and supporting people who experience challenges finding the support that they need.

*Currently accepting new clients for Intensive Therapy; waitlist for all other services.* Sometimes RELATIONSHIP issues can feel overwhelming and as though things are cycling with no end in sight. The stress and uncertainty can be emotionally paralyzing or explosive. If you are feeling stuck, overwhelmed, confused, stressed, or strained…I am here to support you as you gain clarity, peace, healing, and confidence. I hold a relational approach to recovery and healing and respect self-determination, as individuals and couples find clarity in the direction that is best for them.

I am a doctoral-level psychologist who has provided psychotherapy and assessment for almost 20 years in the Alberta area. I have training in many treatment modalities; however, I mostly use Cognitive Behavioural Therapies (CBT) to address a range of issues including trauma and Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), depression, anxiety, panic, OCD, perfectionism, grief, substance use difficulties, as well as identity and relationship struggles.

I am a registered psychologist with a diverse range of counselling experience. My approach is gentle, yet effective. It is grounded in evidence based practices, including cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), eye-movement desensitisation and reprocessing (EMDR), and solution focused therapy (SFT). My clients have successfully addressed concerns including: trauma, anxiety, depression, abuse, grief, discrimination, gender dysphoria, low self-worth, self-harm, substance use, communication and relationship concerns.

I work with anxiety, addiction (substance use) and chronic pain. Sometimes the little things become too much and you find you're overreacting or panicking. Maybe you can't get a situation out of your head and you're overthinking or stressed about it. Maybe you tired of numbing the pain or avoiding your problems cause it isn't helping. Sometimes our motivation is to stop passing on unhealthy patterns to our kids. Maybe you want to control your emotions so they don't control you. If you want to work on the roots of addiction and the stress and anxiety that is always brewing below the surface of chronic pain, we could be a fit.

I am a Registered Provisional Psychologist that has a clinical background training in Emotional Disorders (e.g., Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD), Depression, and Anxiety), Sleep Disturbances, Chronic Pain and Couple Distress. Additionally, I concentrated in Child Psychology where I helped adolescents overcome childhood traumas and developmental issues.

Trouble managing your substance use? Looking to control it better so you experience less shame? Or did you relapse and you want to get your recovery back on track? Substance use counselling is my jam! Depression, anxiety, work stress, burn-out, codependency, self-esteem, and trauma are my other areas of focus. I strive to foster holistic wellbeing while validating, inspiring, challenging, and empowering. It is also likely we will have laugh! What sets me apart? It's my commitment to experiential knowledge and embracing real-life moments. www.ckps.ca

Welcome! The decision to start therapy can be scary and overwhelming, but I promise, it is one of the best gifts you could ever give yourself. I'm Jessica, a mother to three busy boys, including twins, and a big sports fan. Over the last 13 yrs, I have supported individuals and couples as they navigate life's varying experiences and challenges. I support clients who may be struggling to cope with the stressors of everyday life, life transitions, relationship issues, grief and loss, operational stress, or unresolved trauma. If you're struggling to enjoy life, feeling stuck, or like you're just surviving, I would be honoured to help!

My area of expertise are Addictions and Mental Health. With Addictions and Mental Health there are a variety of complex issues that can arise from these difficulties. I provide therapy to individuals, couples, families and groups. My approach is psycho-educational, using practice methods, and cognitive behavioural therapy to help change dysfunctional behaviour patterns that are interfering with daily life. As an Addictions and Mental Health Counsellor with The Royal Mental Health Care Centre for the 8 years, in the Substance Use and Concurrent Disorders Unit.

As a mixed European-Indigneous therapist, I aim to empower individuals to achieve their envisioned path toward a happy, healthy, loving, and balanced life. Through a mix of healing work and wellness promotion, I will walk with you down the path, and at the speed, you wish to go. I believe in the use of mindfulness, humour, and unconditional kindness as key supplies for a healing journey together. My practice is grounded in trauma-informed, culturally responsive, anti-racist, harm reduction, and unconditional kindness. I strive to be inclusive of all folks, with specific training and lived experience working with Indigenous peoples.

People often seek out therapy to work on their problems when really, it's their solutions that are no longer working. Does this sound familiar? As a skilled therapist, I will partner with you to clarify what is important and help you design creative, meaningful and lasting change in your life. In our work together, you will notice that I am very encouraging, and I will challenge you when you look like you could use it. Together we will create a space where you can bravely experience the sometimes-uncomfortable feelings that come with personal growth.