Substance Use Therapists in L5A
Yasene Mawji
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Mississauga, ON L5A (Online Only)
I use acceptance and commitment, trauma-informed and cognitive behavioural therapies to address issues with grief & loss, anxiety, chronic illness, relationships, childhood trauma, substance use, and identity.
Seeking therapy can be intimidating. Are you ready to talk to someone, but unsure where to start? Are you thinking, 'What's the point?' and 'No one can help me.' Are you worried about being judged? Criticized? You are probably feeling overwhelmed by these thoughts, and very alone. But what if you could talk freely and openly without being judged? What if you were offered practical tools to face your challenges? This is the space that I can create for you. I will use authenticity, respect, curiosity and kindness to help you confront and explore your challenges. I will help you build tailored strategies to confidently meet your goals.
I use acceptance and commitment, trauma-informed and cognitive behavioural therapies to address issues with grief & loss, anxiety, chronic illness, relationships, childhood trauma, substance use, and identity.
Seeking therapy can be intimidating. Are you ready to talk to someone, but unsure where to start? Are you thinking, 'What's the point?' and 'No one can help me.' Are you worried about being judged? Criticized? You are probably feeling overwhelmed by these thoughts, and very alone. But what if you could talk freely and openly without being judged? What if you were offered practical tools to face your challenges? This is the space that I can create for you. I will use authenticity, respect, curiosity and kindness to help you confront and explore your challenges. I will help you build tailored strategies to confidently meet your goals.
Lindsay Civiero Peer Support Specialist
CCPSS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Mississauga, ON L5A
Waitlist for new clients
If you are are going through a tough time or difficult life circumstance and can’t find the right person to talk to - someone with “Lived Experience” in mental health, addiction and trauma could make a world of difference. I discovered the power of Peer Support having lived through some of those not-so-nice experiences myself. It was a healing like no other: It saved my life and put me on a path towards growth & self-discovery. I spent 10+ years participating in peer groups, various therapy modalities, and pursued ongoing education in the field. I combine these experiences to deliver a unique type of therapy and valuable resources.
If you are are going through a tough time or difficult life circumstance and can’t find the right person to talk to - someone with “Lived Experience” in mental health, addiction and trauma could make a world of difference. I discovered the power of Peer Support having lived through some of those not-so-nice experiences myself. It was a healing like no other: It saved my life and put me on a path towards growth & self-discovery. I spent 10+ years participating in peer groups, various therapy modalities, and pursued ongoing education in the field. I combine these experiences to deliver a unique type of therapy and valuable resources.
West Toronto Psychotherapy & Counselling
Registered Social Worker, MEd, Psych
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Mississauga, ON L5A (Online Only)
Life can be tough, but I can help you resolve difficulties that you experience, such as anxiety, depression, relationship or family problems, addictions, and many others. There is no need to struggle alone...I will assist you to cope, and find solutions. I am available afternoons and early evenings Monday-Friday, and convenient appointments can be made. As a Registered Social Worker and Psychotherapist, my counselling services can be claimed as a medical expense tax deduction, and there's no HST. Call for yourself, or for someone you love!
Life can be tough, but I can help you resolve difficulties that you experience, such as anxiety, depression, relationship or family problems, addictions, and many others. There is no need to struggle alone...I will assist you to cope, and find solutions. I am available afternoons and early evenings Monday-Friday, and convenient appointments can be made. As a Registered Social Worker and Psychotherapist, my counselling services can be claimed as a medical expense tax deduction, and there's no HST. Call for yourself, or for someone you love!
Oksana Tchitchkevitch
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Mississauga, ON L5A (Online Only)
Are you going through a challenging time? Do you feel overwhelmed by intense emotions and have difficulty to focus and make important decision? Your relationship is not working and you stuck in the conflicts? You are not alone and help is available. Let's start our conversation... Together we will take a careful look at your situation and the ways you are coping. We will try to find out what works and what does not. With compassion, attention and curiosity, we will look for solutions and changes that will help you move forward.
Are you going through a challenging time? Do you feel overwhelmed by intense emotions and have difficulty to focus and make important decision? Your relationship is not working and you stuck in the conflicts? You are not alone and help is available. Let's start our conversation... Together we will take a careful look at your situation and the ways you are coping. We will try to find out what works and what does not. With compassion, attention and curiosity, we will look for solutions and changes that will help you move forward.
Sumiyyah Choudhary Psychotherapist
Occupational Therapist, OT Reg, (Ont), HBSc, MSc
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Mississauga, ON L5A
Perhaps you have been feeling dissatisfied with your work, school, relationships or feeling overwhelmed by life’s inevitable challenges. Starting the process of therapy can be a powerful step towards changing your life. Whether you are coming to therapy to unpack past painful experiences or work towards future goals of living a more fulfilling and meaningful life, I welcome a chance to guide you through the process. Through our work together I can help you realize your full potential, focus on your strengths, work towards strengthening important relationships, do better at job/school and live with more confidence and zeal.
Perhaps you have been feeling dissatisfied with your work, school, relationships or feeling overwhelmed by life’s inevitable challenges. Starting the process of therapy can be a powerful step towards changing your life. Whether you are coming to therapy to unpack past painful experiences or work towards future goals of living a more fulfilling and meaningful life, I welcome a chance to guide you through the process. Through our work together I can help you realize your full potential, focus on your strengths, work towards strengthening important relationships, do better at job/school and live with more confidence and zeal.
Allison Yeatman
Registered Social Worker, RSW, MSW, BSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Mississauga, ON L5A (Online Only)
Hello and welcome! I understand it can be scary and difficult when living through adverse or challenging experiences in your life whether past or present. Most important to our work together is creating a space that is yours, and supports healing emotionally, physically and spiritually. My 10 years of experience within the mental health system has provided me opportunity to work extensively with trauma, anxiety, depression and relational issues. My approach can be described as empowering, motivational and respectful of each individual’s intrinsic value and strengths. I am a proud ally and member of the 2SLGBTQ+ community .
Hello and welcome! I understand it can be scary and difficult when living through adverse or challenging experiences in your life whether past or present. Most important to our work together is creating a space that is yours, and supports healing emotionally, physically and spiritually. My 10 years of experience within the mental health system has provided me opportunity to work extensively with trauma, anxiety, depression and relational issues. My approach can be described as empowering, motivational and respectful of each individual’s intrinsic value and strengths. I am a proud ally and member of the 2SLGBTQ+ community .
Nishith Pandya
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Mississauga, ON L5A
Nishith has been working as a counsellor over the past 6 years. Nishith has worked with diverse populations experiencing mental health difficulties such as substance abuse, concurrent disorders, anxiety, depression, stress, trauma, and mood disorders. Nishith operates through a client-centred approach, with a commitment to practice through an anti-oppression and non-judgmental framework. In practice, Nishith utilizes evidence-based practices whilst working collaboratively with clients to achieve their therapeutic goals.
Nishith has been working as a counsellor over the past 6 years. Nishith has worked with diverse populations experiencing mental health difficulties such as substance abuse, concurrent disorders, anxiety, depression, stress, trauma, and mood disorders. Nishith operates through a client-centred approach, with a commitment to practice through an anti-oppression and non-judgmental framework. In practice, Nishith utilizes evidence-based practices whilst working collaboratively with clients to achieve their therapeutic goals.
I provide individual, couples & family therapy. Do you feel burdened by your thoughts? Are feeling overwhelmed? Do you find it challenging to fall asleep at night? Do you wish that you could just turn your mind off, to finally get a few moments of peace? I can help you take your life back, feel better, experience ease of being and get more restful sleep. I help individuals overcome anxiety, depression, burnout, overwhelm & stress. I also help couples who have many unmet needs; feel frustrated, resentful & angry in their relationship; struggle to communicate effectively; no longer experience intimacy or have lost trust.
I provide individual, couples & family therapy. Do you feel burdened by your thoughts? Are feeling overwhelmed? Do you find it challenging to fall asleep at night? Do you wish that you could just turn your mind off, to finally get a few moments of peace? I can help you take your life back, feel better, experience ease of being and get more restful sleep. I help individuals overcome anxiety, depression, burnout, overwhelm & stress. I also help couples who have many unmet needs; feel frustrated, resentful & angry in their relationship; struggle to communicate effectively; no longer experience intimacy or have lost trust.
Charles Chiarelli
Registered Psychotherapist, MPS, PGDip, OCT, BEd, BA(H)
Verified Verified
Mississauga, ON L5A
Our clients face various life challenges, such as anxiety, depression, stress, trauma, addiction, grief, sexual orientation and gender identity. They are navigating significant life transitions and seeking relief from emotional distress. Our focus is on providing effective coping strategies to address their needs, fostering resilience and self-awareness. Through psychotherapy, they gain transformative insights and tools to navigate life's complexities, ultimately fostering well-being and genuine happiness. It's important to note that psychotherapy is for everyone, not just those diagnosed with "mental illness".
Our clients face various life challenges, such as anxiety, depression, stress, trauma, addiction, grief, sexual orientation and gender identity. They are navigating significant life transitions and seeking relief from emotional distress. Our focus is on providing effective coping strategies to address their needs, fostering resilience and self-awareness. Through psychotherapy, they gain transformative insights and tools to navigate life's complexities, ultimately fostering well-being and genuine happiness. It's important to note that psychotherapy is for everyone, not just those diagnosed with "mental illness".
Tesha Joy Plaza
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Mississauga, ON L5A (Online Only)
Life can be overwhelming at times! The stresses and traumas in life could lead to depression, anxiety, and feeling stuck amongst others. Seeking help from a mental health professional takes courage and willingness. Finding the right fit to help you with life's challenges is important. I provide a safe, non-judgmental, and empathetic environment to help you process your personal difficulties to enhance your strengths. My approach is client-centred and will collaboratively work with you to promote self-awareness, develop new perspective and insight, and new ways of coping.
Life can be overwhelming at times! The stresses and traumas in life could lead to depression, anxiety, and feeling stuck amongst others. Seeking help from a mental health professional takes courage and willingness. Finding the right fit to help you with life's challenges is important. I provide a safe, non-judgmental, and empathetic environment to help you process your personal difficulties to enhance your strengths. My approach is client-centred and will collaboratively work with you to promote self-awareness, develop new perspective and insight, and new ways of coping.
Seerat Bajwa MSW, RSW | Bloom Clinical Care
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Mississauga, ON L5A
For years, my commitment to ethical practices and continuous learning has fueled my journey as a dedicated therapist. I am a Registered Social Worker (RSW), with a Master's in Psychology.
For years, my commitment to ethical practices and continuous learning has fueled my journey as a dedicated therapist. I am a Registered Social Worker (RSW), with a Master's in Psychology.
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Lindsay Civiero Peer Support Specialist
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Tijana Pesic
Bilingual clinical Counselor / researcher possessing in-depth knowledge of child and family dynamic. Community-based Programs evaluator for children and families, assessment tools developer, and play therapy practitioner.
Bilingual clinical Counselor / researcher possessing in-depth knowledge of child and family dynamic. Community-based Programs evaluator for children and families, assessment tools developer, and play therapy practitioner.
The desire for self-awareness, personal growth, and change often motivates individuals to seek out psychotherapy. Disharmony within our sense of self and others can lead us to experience thoughts, feelings, and behaviours that prevent us from living our happiest and most authentic selves. Whether it is coping with grief and loss, processing trauma, or navigating existential concerns regarding identity or purpose, self-exploration within a psychotherapeutic relationship can move us towards an increased awareness of how these dynamics operate within our lives, and forging commitments toward actions that yield meaningful change.
The desire for self-awareness, personal growth, and change often motivates individuals to seek out psychotherapy. Disharmony within our sense of self and others can lead us to experience thoughts, feelings, and behaviours that prevent us from living our happiest and most authentic selves. Whether it is coping with grief and loss, processing trauma, or navigating existential concerns regarding identity or purpose, self-exploration within a psychotherapeutic relationship can move us towards an increased awareness of how these dynamics operate within our lives, and forging commitments toward actions that yield meaningful change.
Under The Oaks Self Care Center
Registered Psychotherapist, MA CMHC, RP
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Mississauga, ON L5A (Online Only)
Take charge of your health! No more late-night symptom searches or spending time & money in talk therapy that just goes over your symptoms & memories without telling you what to do about them. Our team of Psychotherapists goes beyond the symptoms to treat the root cause of your trauma & deliver long-term healing. We’re Mapping the Way Forward in the Face of PTSD & Trauma, Anxiety, & Depression with a Science-Backed, Clinically - Proven Approach. We get to really know you & dedicate time to understanding your history & your goals.
Take charge of your health! No more late-night symptom searches or spending time & money in talk therapy that just goes over your symptoms & memories without telling you what to do about them. Our team of Psychotherapists goes beyond the symptoms to treat the root cause of your trauma & deliver long-term healing. We’re Mapping the Way Forward in the Face of PTSD & Trauma, Anxiety, & Depression with a Science-Backed, Clinically - Proven Approach. We get to really know you & dedicate time to understanding your history & your goals.
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Substance Use 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.