Substance Use Therapists in Cumberland, BC
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I specialize in working with children ages 3+, adolescents and adults with a variety of mental health and substance use issues including trauma, anxiety, depression, unhealthy relationships, addiction and self-esteem issues.
I specialize in working with children ages 3+, adolescents and adults with a variety of mental health and substance use issues including trauma, anxiety, depression, unhealthy relationships, addiction and self-esteem issues.
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Madrona Wellness Centre
Counsellor, MPCC, MTC, MTV, RCS
Verified Verified
Cumberland, BC V0R (Online Only)
Megan is a Master Practitioner of Clinical Counselling (MPCC), a Registered Clinical Supervisor (RCS), and a Master Therapeutic Counsellor (MTC) with 28 years of experience. Megan also certified as: CCPCPR, RPC, & RTC. Megan takes a compassionate approach to therapy & healing the whole person. She helps clients dealing with stress, anxiety, depression, grief, addictions, eating disorders, relationship issues, trauma, betrayal, abuse. Megan works with co-occurring disorders that can impact client goals. At the client’s pace, the embedded causes are explored while moving gently through the presenting problem.
Megan is a Master Practitioner of Clinical Counselling (MPCC), a Registered Clinical Supervisor (RCS), and a Master Therapeutic Counsellor (MTC) with 28 years of experience. Megan also certified as: CCPCPR, RPC, & RTC. Megan takes a compassionate approach to therapy & healing the whole person. She helps clients dealing with stress, anxiety, depression, grief, addictions, eating disorders, relationship issues, trauma, betrayal, abuse. Megan works with co-occurring disorders that can impact client goals. At the client’s pace, the embedded causes are explored while moving gently through the presenting problem.
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I provide an open, caring environment where all parts of you are welcome. It can be so difficult to navigate all the various challenges thrown at us today, while also striving to discover our most authentic selves. Complicated emotions are part of being human, but so often we isolate ourselves with these emotions out of fear or shame. In our time together, we’ll work to relieve those stuck parts of your experience so that you can move closer to yourself and the ones you love.
I provide an open, caring environment where all parts of you are welcome. It can be so difficult to navigate all the various challenges thrown at us today, while also striving to discover our most authentic selves. Complicated emotions are part of being human, but so often we isolate ourselves with these emotions out of fear or shame. In our time together, we’ll work to relieve those stuck parts of your experience so that you can move closer to yourself and the ones you love.
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My approach to counselling is based on respect for you the client. I do my very best to ensure that you feel safe, in control of the process, heard, and understood. My job is to get to know your values and how you think, feel, and act, in order to support you to either strengthen or change, aspects of yourself and your life. We will collaborate to establish meaningful and achievable goals focused on creating the life you want.
My approach to counselling is based on respect for you the client. I do my very best to ensure that you feel safe, in control of the process, heard, and understood. My job is to get to know your values and how you think, feel, and act, in order to support you to either strengthen or change, aspects of yourself and your life. We will collaborate to establish meaningful and achievable goals focused on creating the life you want.
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Carruthers Counselling & Consulting
Counsellor, BA, MA, RCC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Bowser, BC V0R
I have been supporting children & youth, and their families for the past 17 years in public education. I facilitate workshops and also do group counselling. I have a strong background in special education, which means I often observe the behaviour(s) of children and youth, collaborate with them and their families, and implement/teach tools for alleviating a child's stress. I have experience as a clinician for Adult Mental Health & Addictions in both inpatient and outpatient care from the hospital. This has benefited early recognition and prevention.
I have been supporting children & youth, and their families for the past 17 years in public education. I facilitate workshops and also do group counselling. I have a strong background in special education, which means I often observe the behaviour(s) of children and youth, collaborate with them and their families, and implement/teach tools for alleviating a child's stress. I have experience as a clinician for Adult Mental Health & Addictions in both inpatient and outpatient care from the hospital. This has benefited early recognition and prevention.
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Wise Body Counselling: Keisha Virago
Registered Professional Counsellor - Candidate
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Cowichan Bay, BC V0R (Online Only)
I help people learn to forgive themselves for the things they had to do in order to survive. I believe that when we feel safe in our body and free from the shackles of our past, we can create our dream reality. By honouring our sensitive nature, and creating a safe space to explore, we can set our inner child free - inviting playfulness, humour, and curiosity to the healing process. We are not what has happened to us, we are who we choose to become. I'm here to help you discover who you truly are on a soul level.
I help people learn to forgive themselves for the things they had to do in order to survive. I believe that when we feel safe in our body and free from the shackles of our past, we can create our dream reality. By honouring our sensitive nature, and creating a safe space to explore, we can set our inner child free - inviting playfulness, humour, and curiosity to the healing process. We are not what has happened to us, we are who we choose to become. I'm here to help you discover who you truly are on a soul level.
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I know you already have your own resources and skills to deal with your struggles. My skills and experiences are simply to help you find these resources within you. A person comes to me because they are stuck and lost in stressful worries or getting angry too quickly or frustrated and powerless in conflicts with other. Our work together is for you to find your natural instinct and insights to develop the clarity to move forward. The skills I use to help you are in grounded in Somatic Experiencing, an understanding of the dynamic of your nervous systems and Focusing, a therapy skill to open your clarity and the way to go forward.
I know you already have your own resources and skills to deal with your struggles. My skills and experiences are simply to help you find these resources within you. A person comes to me because they are stuck and lost in stressful worries or getting angry too quickly or frustrated and powerless in conflicts with other. Our work together is for you to find your natural instinct and insights to develop the clarity to move forward. The skills I use to help you are in grounded in Somatic Experiencing, an understanding of the dynamic of your nervous systems and Focusing, a therapy skill to open your clarity and the way to go forward.
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Wanting to create a better life rather than settling for status quo, just getting by while filled with anxiety and feelings of hopeless; coping with excess food, drugs or alcohol. It takes courage and tremendous willingness to begin a path of change and it is an honour and a joy to walk with people on their journey toward wholeness. My work with people often leaves me in awe of the strength of the human spirit as I witness them overcome trauma and self-destructive behaviours and move toward their dreams while embracing their authentic self.
Wanting to create a better life rather than settling for status quo, just getting by while filled with anxiety and feelings of hopeless; coping with excess food, drugs or alcohol. It takes courage and tremendous willingness to begin a path of change and it is an honour and a joy to walk with people on their journey toward wholeness. My work with people often leaves me in awe of the strength of the human spirit as I witness them overcome trauma and self-destructive behaviours and move toward their dreams while embracing their authentic self.
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Transpersonal psychotherapy is discovering your true resilient self & finding your true path to happiness, taking action integrating body, mind & spirit. Using a holistic and eclectic approach to help you examine your life path we will work together to develop a deeper awareness of your strengths and potential, guiding you to awaken self-awareness and discover your own healing powers. Mentor Coaching for ICF credential also available globally, by phone & video-conferencing. Happily Not a registrant of the College of Psychologists of British Columbia, I AM a Registered Clinical Counsellor RCC#4348 in British Columbia & California Licensed Psychologist #19948 & ICF MCC MasterCertifiedCoach
Transpersonal psychotherapy is discovering your true resilient self & finding your true path to happiness, taking action integrating body, mind & spirit. Using a holistic and eclectic approach to help you examine your life path we will work together to develop a deeper awareness of your strengths and potential, guiding you to awaken self-awareness and discover your own healing powers. Mentor Coaching for ICF credential also available globally, by phone & video-conferencing. Happily Not a registrant of the College of Psychologists of British Columbia, I AM a Registered Clinical Counsellor RCC#4348 in British Columbia & California Licensed Psychologist #19948 & ICF MCC MasterCertifiedCoach
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I wholeheartedly believe in every human's potential to rise above the things bringing them down and create a life worth living. When I get the privilege to work with people in counselling, my top priority is to create a space that reflects your unique needs and personal goals.
I wholeheartedly believe in every human's potential to rise above the things bringing them down and create a life worth living. When I get the privilege to work with people in counselling, my top priority is to create a space that reflects your unique needs and personal goals.
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Carla Mae Leuschen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MPA, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Shawnigan Lake, BC V0R
I work with clients whom wish to push the boundaries of “normal” to uncover & deconstruct the root causes of their suffering. Many of the people that I work with are dealing with major depression, anxiety, grief, relationship issues, and overall frustration with the current state of society and the environment. The clients that I see often present to me with symptoms such as feeling blocked, overwhelmed, anxious, depressed, alone, and powerless in their life. I support clients to transform their pain into strength so that they can live a more fulfilled life.
I work with clients whom wish to push the boundaries of “normal” to uncover & deconstruct the root causes of their suffering. Many of the people that I work with are dealing with major depression, anxiety, grief, relationship issues, and overall frustration with the current state of society and the environment. The clients that I see often present to me with symptoms such as feeling blocked, overwhelmed, anxious, depressed, alone, and powerless in their life. I support clients to transform their pain into strength so that they can live a more fulfilled life.
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We live in a rapidly changing and often unsettled world. Stress, anxiety and depression are common reactions to never ending barrage of the trials of daily life. Our bodies are adapting to these challenges in the best way they know how. Sometimes it's too much. Sometimes we need to ask for support to initiate change or make sense of our situations. 250-589-5500 (text only).
We live in a rapidly changing and often unsettled world. Stress, anxiety and depression are common reactions to never ending barrage of the trials of daily life. Our bodies are adapting to these challenges in the best way they know how. Sometimes it's too much. Sometimes we need to ask for support to initiate change or make sense of our situations. 250-589-5500 (text only).
Online Therapists
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Kevin Barry Adult Adhd Coach And Therapy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MPA, MSW, ACS-RCC, RSW
Verified Verified
Vancouver, BC V6M
Waitlist for new clients
Learn how to clear our your life clutter and reassess, navigate through tough times, set goals and take your power back, and increase self-awareness. My name is Kevin Barry, and I am a Registered Clinical Counsellor, Registered Social Worker with nearly 20 years of experience working in the field of Mental Health & Substance Use. I am currently a coordinator at the Surrey Mental Health & Substance Use, Urgent Care Response Centre. In 2016, I co-founded Inspirit Health Group which is a successful integrated health clinic located in Downtown. I am also a counselling instructor at City University, Douglas College, and Sprott Shaw.
Learn how to clear our your life clutter and reassess, navigate through tough times, set goals and take your power back, and increase self-awareness. My name is Kevin Barry, and I am a Registered Clinical Counsellor, Registered Social Worker with nearly 20 years of experience working in the field of Mental Health & Substance Use. I am currently a coordinator at the Surrey Mental Health & Substance Use, Urgent Care Response Centre. In 2016, I co-founded Inspirit Health Group which is a successful integrated health clinic located in Downtown. I am also a counselling instructor at City University, Douglas College, and Sprott Shaw.
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Caroline Elworthy
Registered Social Worker, BA, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
Vancouver, BC V5N (Online Only)
I often assist individuals dealing with issues such as anxiety, depression, family transitions, mood instability, suicidal ideation and self harm, isolation, self esteem, substance use and complex trauma.
I am a Registered Social Worker committed to providing compassionate and adaptable mental health support for children, youth and families. Drawing on my background in social work, I view the challenges we face as intertwined with our environments, systems and social injustices. My primary goal is to cultivate a safe and authentic therapeutic relationship with those I support as I believe true healing can only begin in a space of safety. My approach is client centered, rooted in anti-oppressive principles and culturally sensitive. I empower my clients through meaningful support, transparent collaboration and empathy.
I often assist individuals dealing with issues such as anxiety, depression, family transitions, mood instability, suicidal ideation and self harm, isolation, self esteem, substance use and complex trauma.
I am a Registered Social Worker committed to providing compassionate and adaptable mental health support for children, youth and families. Drawing on my background in social work, I view the challenges we face as intertwined with our environments, systems and social injustices. My primary goal is to cultivate a safe and authentic therapeutic relationship with those I support as I believe true healing can only begin in a space of safety. My approach is client centered, rooted in anti-oppressive principles and culturally sensitive. I empower my clients through meaningful support, transparent collaboration and empathy.
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Shauntal Padda | Soulitude Wellness Counselling
Counsellor, BA, MCP, RCC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Surrey, BC V3S
I am a South Asian female therapist who resides in Surrey, British Columbia. My areas of specialization include: emotional regulation, anger, substance use, borderline personality disorder, cross-cultural issues, relationship issues, self-esteem, depression, anxiety and couples counselling. I use a holistic approach including trauma-informed care. The goal is to ensure you feel safe to move through the motions of your emotions as we discover ways on building capacity with issues that prevent exploration, growth, and fulfilment within your life.
I am a South Asian female therapist who resides in Surrey, British Columbia. My areas of specialization include: emotional regulation, anger, substance use, borderline personality disorder, cross-cultural issues, relationship issues, self-esteem, depression, anxiety and couples counselling. I use a holistic approach including trauma-informed care. The goal is to ensure you feel safe to move through the motions of your emotions as we discover ways on building capacity with issues that prevent exploration, growth, and fulfilment within your life.
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After I graduated with my Masters Degree, I happily worked in the non profit sector for many years. My interest working in private practice is related to my passion of creating a sex positive society. "Don't yuck my yum" comes easily to mind. Although I have a background as a substance use clinician, when the topic of "sex addiction" comes up, please know that there is a lot of controversy around this term. I do not endorse the sex addiction model.
After I graduated with my Masters Degree, I happily worked in the non profit sector for many years. My interest working in private practice is related to my passion of creating a sex positive society. "Don't yuck my yum" comes easily to mind. Although I have a background as a substance use clinician, when the topic of "sex addiction" comes up, please know that there is a lot of controversy around this term. I do not endorse the sex addiction model.
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Carmanah Counselling & Integrated Health
Counsellor, BA, MA, RCC, CCC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Vancouver, BC V5L
Also helping folks with substance use .
We have a wonderful team! Please explore all of our bios on the website- www.Carmanahcounselling.com! Krista has a true passion for helping others and takes pride in providing solid assessments and efficient, evidence & relationship-based treatment. Krista’s clients have said that she is compassionate, non-judgemental , relatable, and inclusive. She has a wide range of experience in mental health. She is a supporter/ ally of the LGBTQ2S+ and BIPOC communities
Also helping folks with substance use .
We have a wonderful team! Please explore all of our bios on the website- www.Carmanahcounselling.com! Krista has a true passion for helping others and takes pride in providing solid assessments and efficient, evidence & relationship-based treatment. Krista’s clients have said that she is compassionate, non-judgemental , relatable, and inclusive. She has a wide range of experience in mental health. She is a supporter/ ally of the LGBTQ2S+ and BIPOC communities
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Wise Mind Centre is a Vancouver-based psychology clinic that provides in-person counselling services in Vancouver, Burnaby, and surrounding areas, and online services to all residents in British Columbia. Our psychologists help individuals struggling with a variety of psychological problems, including anxiety, OCD, depression, substance use, emotional eating, parenting difficulties, self-harm, trauma, suicidal ideations, PTSD, interpersonal difficulties, marital problems, and BPD. We offer primarily CBT, DBT, and mindfulness-based treatments. You may book online with us directly here: https://wisemindcentre.janeapp.com/.
Wise Mind Centre is a Vancouver-based psychology clinic that provides in-person counselling services in Vancouver, Burnaby, and surrounding areas, and online services to all residents in British Columbia. Our psychologists help individuals struggling with a variety of psychological problems, including anxiety, OCD, depression, substance use, emotional eating, parenting difficulties, self-harm, trauma, suicidal ideations, PTSD, interpersonal difficulties, marital problems, and BPD. We offer primarily CBT, DBT, and mindfulness-based treatments. You may book online with us directly here: https://wisemindcentre.janeapp.com/.
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Life is hard. As human beings we need connection and are not meant to navigate life alone. The relieving reality is that we don’t have to. I offer specialized counselling for individuals facing challenges with eating disorders, body dissatisfaction and problematic substance use. I provide support for a wide array of other challenges too, such as life transitions, relationship issues, maternal mental health and faith deconstruction. I work with clients as they learn to better understand themselves and their emotions, take better care of their nervous systems, recognize their innate value and worth and ultimately reclaim their power.
Life is hard. As human beings we need connection and are not meant to navigate life alone. The relieving reality is that we don’t have to. I offer specialized counselling for individuals facing challenges with eating disorders, body dissatisfaction and problematic substance use. I provide support for a wide array of other challenges too, such as life transitions, relationship issues, maternal mental health and faith deconstruction. I work with clients as they learn to better understand themselves and their emotions, take better care of their nervous systems, recognize their innate value and worth and ultimately reclaim their power.
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Cody Callon
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
North Vancouver, BC V7G (Online Only)
This human experience can be difficult and today’s world is full of challenges and obstacles. I have many years’ experience helping clients to navigate a wide and complex array of challenges. I work with individuals struggling with depression, anxiety, trauma, substance use, and other mental health issues. I also work with people dealing with general emotional difficulties, relationship issues, or trouble connecting to positive experiences like joy and happiness. I connect with my clients wherever they are at in their life’s journey and individualize my treatment approach to best support their healing, growth, and betterment.
This human experience can be difficult and today’s world is full of challenges and obstacles. I have many years’ experience helping clients to navigate a wide and complex array of challenges. I work with individuals struggling with depression, anxiety, trauma, substance use, and other mental health issues. I also work with people dealing with general emotional difficulties, relationship issues, or trouble connecting to positive experiences like joy and happiness. I connect with my clients wherever they are at in their life’s journey and individualize my treatment approach to best support their healing, growth, and betterment.
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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.