Substance Use Therapists in Duncan, BC
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Clayton Campbell
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, RSW, CCAC
Verified Verified
Duncan, BC V9L (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Hello! Are you or a loved one experiencing negative consequences as a result of substance use issues? Maybe you aren’t sure if you’re ready to quit or how to do it. No matter what you are experiencing in relation to substance use or addiction issues, it can be terribly frightening and stressful when considering change. Well, change is possible and you are capable of increasing your sense of joy, fulfillment, self-esteem, productivity, and connection with your loved ones. I know because I have been through it. Recovery has provided me and countless others a life free from active addiction.
Hello! Are you or a loved one experiencing negative consequences as a result of substance use issues? Maybe you aren’t sure if you’re ready to quit or how to do it. No matter what you are experiencing in relation to substance use or addiction issues, it can be terribly frightening and stressful when considering change. Well, change is possible and you are capable of increasing your sense of joy, fulfillment, self-esteem, productivity, and connection with your loved ones. I know because I have been through it. Recovery has provided me and countless others a life free from active addiction.
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I have worked in private practice for over 10 years, as well as working for the Health Authority in the area of Adult Mental Health and Substance Use since 2010.
There are times in life when we are faced with challenges that leave us feeling stuck or in crisis. As difficult as these times may be there is also an opportunity for growth and change. Counselling can provide an opportunity to gain the tools and insight needed to navigate through this process in a healthy and supported way.
I have worked in private practice for over 10 years, as well as working for the Health Authority in the area of Adult Mental Health and Substance Use since 2010.
There are times in life when we are faced with challenges that leave us feeling stuck or in crisis. As difficult as these times may be there is also an opportunity for growth and change. Counselling can provide an opportunity to gain the tools and insight needed to navigate through this process in a healthy and supported way.
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For the last 15 years I have worked in the areas of substance use, grief and loss, domestic violence and with many forms of trauma.
We all go through different problems, experience different life stressors or trauma, and at times everyone needs someone to just listen. Dakova Health has trained and experienced psychologists and counsellors that specialize in different areas of practice to meet your specific needs.
For the last 15 years I have worked in the areas of substance use, grief and loss, domestic violence and with many forms of trauma.
We all go through different problems, experience different life stressors or trauma, and at times everyone needs someone to just listen. Dakova Health has trained and experienced psychologists and counsellors that specialize in different areas of practice to meet your specific needs.
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Understanding the need for change is a big first step. Then getting the energy and nerve to find a therapist and make that first appointment can seem insurmountable. Congratulations on making it this far! Issues with emotional regulation, interpersonal communication/skills, and problematic substance use can derail our best attempts at a satisfying life. Using an individualized and integrated approach of DBT and Talk Therapy with the cheer of Solution Focused, we can work together to understand how your biology, environment and psychology can be readapted to help reach your goals. There will be infographics and worksheets! (Yay?)
Understanding the need for change is a big first step. Then getting the energy and nerve to find a therapist and make that first appointment can seem insurmountable. Congratulations on making it this far! Issues with emotional regulation, interpersonal communication/skills, and problematic substance use can derail our best attempts at a satisfying life. Using an individualized and integrated approach of DBT and Talk Therapy with the cheer of Solution Focused, we can work together to understand how your biology, environment and psychology can be readapted to help reach your goals. There will be infographics and worksheets! (Yay?)
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Ipossess expertise in working with mental health presentations, neurodiversity, and substance use challenges ranging from mild to severe.
I have a long history of social and community engagement, which are the foundations in my clinical practice. My involvement with social work has highlighted the gaps in mental health supportive interventions for individuals, children, youth, young adults and families.
Ipossess expertise in working with mental health presentations, neurodiversity, and substance use challenges ranging from mild to severe.
I have a long history of social and community engagement, which are the foundations in my clinical practice. My involvement with social work has highlighted the gaps in mental health supportive interventions for individuals, children, youth, young adults and families.
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David Ausher (he/him) is a Registered Therapeutic Counsellor (RTC) 2957 with the Association of Cooperative Counselling Therapists of Canada. I am a therapist who has dedicated my life to assisting individuals with their life struggles. I understand what it is like to feel lost and like your life is in turmoil. Many years ago I set out to better understand who I was and why I felt the way I did. My own personal journey of self-discovery yielded some new truths for me: I am not alone. The more I understand about myself, the more alive I feel.
David Ausher (he/him) is a Registered Therapeutic Counsellor (RTC) 2957 with the Association of Cooperative Counselling Therapists of Canada. I am a therapist who has dedicated my life to assisting individuals with their life struggles. I understand what it is like to feel lost and like your life is in turmoil. Many years ago I set out to better understand who I was and why I felt the way I did. My own personal journey of self-discovery yielded some new truths for me: I am not alone. The more I understand about myself, the more alive I feel.
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Amani Counselling Services
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Duncan, BC V9L
Thank you for stopping by. I am currently accepting new clients. I work from where the client is at - essentially you are in the driver's seat of where you want your counselling sessions to go. I have extreme empathy for people's situations and issues they find themselves in. Who hasn't struggled to find ways to deal with things that life throws out at you? I know you are doing the best you can at this moment in time.
Thank you for stopping by. I am currently accepting new clients. I work from where the client is at - essentially you are in the driver's seat of where you want your counselling sessions to go. I have extreme empathy for people's situations and issues they find themselves in. Who hasn't struggled to find ways to deal with things that life throws out at you? I know you are doing the best you can at this moment in time.
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I am a Registered Clinical Counsellor in British Columbia and a certified Drug and Alcohol Counsellor with over 15 years of counselling experience. I was born and raised on Vancouver Island and have a Bachelor in Child and Youth Care with extensive experience in children, youth and family counselling. Personal and professional experiences led me to complete a Master of Arts in Addiction Counselling at the Hazelden Betty Ford Foundation School of Addiction Studies. I have been mentored by, and worked alongside, the experts in addiction and mental health recovery. If you, or a loved one, is struggling, I can help.
I am a Registered Clinical Counsellor in British Columbia and a certified Drug and Alcohol Counsellor with over 15 years of counselling experience. I was born and raised on Vancouver Island and have a Bachelor in Child and Youth Care with extensive experience in children, youth and family counselling. Personal and professional experiences led me to complete a Master of Arts in Addiction Counselling at the Hazelden Betty Ford Foundation School of Addiction Studies. I have been mentored by, and worked alongside, the experts in addiction and mental health recovery. If you, or a loved one, is struggling, I can help.
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Salish Sea Counselling and Consulting
Registered Social Worker, RCSW
Verified Verified
Duncan, BC V9L
We all need help sometimes and it takes courage to reach out. Whether it's dealing with anxiety, or feeling that you're not engaged/ enjoying your life, Salish Sea Counselling can support you to refresh your energy, develop positivity and learn new skills. Salish Sea integrates conceptual knowledge, the body/ energetic patterns, mindfulness approaches, spirituality and medical model formulations to support your personal and professional discovery and growth. After a few sessions at Salish Sea, people find they're able to communicate more effectively, be more authentic and live increasingly satisfying lives and take responsibility for the quality of their relationships with others.
We all need help sometimes and it takes courage to reach out. Whether it's dealing with anxiety, or feeling that you're not engaged/ enjoying your life, Salish Sea Counselling can support you to refresh your energy, develop positivity and learn new skills. Salish Sea integrates conceptual knowledge, the body/ energetic patterns, mindfulness approaches, spirituality and medical model formulations to support your personal and professional discovery and growth. After a few sessions at Salish Sea, people find they're able to communicate more effectively, be more authentic and live increasingly satisfying lives and take responsibility for the quality of their relationships with others.
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Chloe McKinley, a registered clinical counsellor (RCC) and behavioural consultant, offers a unique therapeutic approach for individuals and families seeking counselling support. Chloe specializes in addressing the psychological needs of children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families, embracing cultural and gender diverse LGBTQ2 communities. She is one of the few counsellors on Vancouver Island to offer both clinical counselling and behavioural consultation. Chloe also serves the neuro-diverse community as part of the multidisciplinary team known as Cowichan Autism Team Services (CATS). CATS is accepting new referrals.
Chloe McKinley, a registered clinical counsellor (RCC) and behavioural consultant, offers a unique therapeutic approach for individuals and families seeking counselling support. Chloe specializes in addressing the psychological needs of children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families, embracing cultural and gender diverse LGBTQ2 communities. She is one of the few counsellors on Vancouver Island to offer both clinical counselling and behavioural consultation. Chloe also serves the neuro-diverse community as part of the multidisciplinary team known as Cowichan Autism Team Services (CATS). CATS is accepting new referrals.
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I am committed to creating a comfortable space for you to strengthen your abilities and face your challenges. I have over 20 years of experience helping people overcome challenges including trauma, addictions, depression, anxiety, family violence, anger management, developmental delays, behavioral challenges, eating disorders, ADHD/ADD and divorce. I work with individuals and families to help them identify their goals and develop the skills needed to reach them.
I am committed to creating a comfortable space for you to strengthen your abilities and face your challenges. I have over 20 years of experience helping people overcome challenges including trauma, addictions, depression, anxiety, family violence, anger management, developmental delays, behavioral challenges, eating disorders, ADHD/ADD and divorce. I work with individuals and families to help them identify their goals and develop the skills needed to reach them.
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Thank you for checking out my profile. My name is Kerry and I am here to support you best I can to create the change you desire. I have a background in Child and Youth Care and I have been working with children youth and families for over 20 years.I am passionate about supporting youth or adults who may struggle with various life challenges such as anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, burnout, relationships and addictions.
Thank you for checking out my profile. My name is Kerry and I am here to support you best I can to create the change you desire. I have a background in Child and Youth Care and I have been working with children youth and families for over 20 years.I am passionate about supporting youth or adults who may struggle with various life challenges such as anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, burnout, relationships and addictions.
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JULY 2024! Now welcoming NEW clients with in-person and virtual appointments at two convenient locations across beautiful Vancouver Island! During seasons of temporary distress, I've observed how sharing our journey fosters understanding, healing, and growth. Meaningful connection and exploration with trusted others enriches our insight and broadens our perspective. Depending on circumstances and timing, such opportunities may have been limited. Feeling uncomfortable with therapy is valid! Even so, lean in—the time is now, and I am here to support you.
JULY 2024! Now welcoming NEW clients with in-person and virtual appointments at two convenient locations across beautiful Vancouver Island! During seasons of temporary distress, I've observed how sharing our journey fosters understanding, healing, and growth. Meaningful connection and exploration with trusted others enriches our insight and broadens our perspective. Depending on circumstances and timing, such opportunities may have been limited. Feeling uncomfortable with therapy is valid! Even so, lean in—the time is now, and I am here to support you.
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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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Todd Pryor - Firebird Grove Therapy & Consulting
Counsellor, MSc, MEd, RCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Duncan, BC V9L
Todd is a Registered Clinical Counsellor with the British Columbia Association of Clinical Counsellors, and with a background in psychology. He holds an M.Sc. in Psychology, which focused on the promotion of well-being across the lifespan, and an M.Ed. in Counselling. Todd is currently completing a Graduate Certificate in Psychedelic-Assisted Therapy. He has worked at various levels of the public service providing counselling and mental health services to individuals from across the lifespan and from diverse backgrounds in 1-on-1 and group settings. He has training and experience working with LGBTQ2S+ clients.
Todd is a Registered Clinical Counsellor with the British Columbia Association of Clinical Counsellors, and with a background in psychology. He holds an M.Sc. in Psychology, which focused on the promotion of well-being across the lifespan, and an M.Ed. in Counselling. Todd is currently completing a Graduate Certificate in Psychedelic-Assisted Therapy. He has worked at various levels of the public service providing counselling and mental health services to individuals from across the lifespan and from diverse backgrounds in 1-on-1 and group settings. He has training and experience working with LGBTQ2S+ clients.
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One of Lydia's area of specialization is working alongside family members of individuals with mental health and/or addiction challenges. Supporting a loved one on their recovery journey can be daunting. Lydia addresses important and common hurdles, such as learning the difference between supporting and enabling. Additionally, Lydia sees individuals who are struggling to cope with: Intense emotions and a high level of sensitivity (often known as "empaths"); anxiety and panic attacks; depression; recovery from trauma; bipolar affective disorder; phobias; grief/loss; and borderline personality disorder.
One of Lydia's area of specialization is working alongside family members of individuals with mental health and/or addiction challenges. Supporting a loved one on their recovery journey can be daunting. Lydia addresses important and common hurdles, such as learning the difference between supporting and enabling. Additionally, Lydia sees individuals who are struggling to cope with: Intense emotions and a high level of sensitivity (often known as "empaths"); anxiety and panic attacks; depression; recovery from trauma; bipolar affective disorder; phobias; grief/loss; and borderline personality disorder.
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Jeff Parker
Registered Clinical Counsellor, MA, RCC, RSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Duncan, BC V9L
Currently accepting new clients. Welcome and thank you for your time. We are bound to face challenges that can leave us feeling overwhelmed, uneasy, or lost. Meaning, whether we like it not, change is inevitable and how we navigate those changes can be difficult. Or sometimes, different feelings, thoughts, experiences, and behaviours can present themselves without knowing how to fully understand them.
Currently accepting new clients. Welcome and thank you for your time. We are bound to face challenges that can leave us feeling overwhelmed, uneasy, or lost. Meaning, whether we like it not, change is inevitable and how we navigate those changes can be difficult. Or sometimes, different feelings, thoughts, experiences, and behaviours can present themselves without knowing how to fully understand them.
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If you're looking for a counsellor you may be going through a crisis or experience chronic emotional pain, feel anxious and depressed or numb and shut down. You may be in a destructive cycle of compulsive, out-of-control behaviours - struggling with living in a chronic state of fight, flight, or disconnected freeze. You may be a compulsive people-pleaser, have difficulty setting boundaries, or be overcome with grief. And you may, in spite of honest effort, have discovered that anxiety and depression, cravings, loss of control, or carrying on despite negative consequences are beyond reason and willpower to overcome.
If you're looking for a counsellor you may be going through a crisis or experience chronic emotional pain, feel anxious and depressed or numb and shut down. You may be in a destructive cycle of compulsive, out-of-control behaviours - struggling with living in a chronic state of fight, flight, or disconnected freeze. You may be a compulsive people-pleaser, have difficulty setting boundaries, or be overcome with grief. And you may, in spite of honest effort, have discovered that anxiety and depression, cravings, loss of control, or carrying on despite negative consequences are beyond reason and willpower to overcome.
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I have been a counsellor for over 15 years and have a lot of experience supporting individuals with a variety of challenges. I work from a person centred approach, meaning, we talk about what you want to talk about for a brief or long period of time. I work with individuals, couples or family groupings (eg. siblings, parents and children). I work with anyone from age 7 and up.
I have been a counsellor for over 15 years and have a lot of experience supporting individuals with a variety of challenges. I work from a person centred approach, meaning, we talk about what you want to talk about for a brief or long period of time. I work with individuals, couples or family groupings (eg. siblings, parents and children). I work with anyone from age 7 and up.
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I am a Registered Psychologist based on my MA in Counselling Psychology in BC (2454) and in Alberta (4991). I have a PhD in Education with a counselling focus, that informs my practice, however not part of my registration as a psychologist. I am invested in providing you an experience designed uniquely for you and allowing us to create a complimentary plan to achieve your desired results. Highly experienced in PTSD/trauma therapy, couples/relationships, LGBTQ2+, military culture, career counselling and Men's Issues, I bring my integrated approach combining counselling with education to provide the greatest chance of success.
I am a Registered Psychologist based on my MA in Counselling Psychology in BC (2454) and in Alberta (4991). I have a PhD in Education with a counselling focus, that informs my practice, however not part of my registration as a psychologist. I am invested in providing you an experience designed uniquely for you and allowing us to create a complimentary plan to achieve your desired results. Highly experienced in PTSD/trauma therapy, couples/relationships, LGBTQ2+, military culture, career counselling and Men's Issues, I bring my integrated approach combining counselling with education to provide the greatest chance of success.
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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.