Substance Use Therapists in Kelowna, BC

My name is Amanda Sparkes, and I am a Registered Clinical Counsellor with the British Columbia Association of Clinical Counsellors. I hold a Master’s Degree in Social Work, whereby my focus was in the area of mental health and addiction treatment, specifically serving and working within northern rural and remote communities and service provisions.My approach to practice specializes in the understanding of ‘culturally respectful social work practice’, anti-oppressive paradigm, and holistic healing through mindful practice. I am experienced in offering counselling services to children, youth, adults, and families focusing on issues

I have been providing support for individuals struggling with mental health concerns for over a decade. I specialize in the treatment of trauma, substance abuse, borderline personality disorder, anxiety, depression, self-harm and other emotion regulation difficulties. I hope to make people to feel safe and secure in sharing personal challenges and provide a compassionate, respectful, and non-judgmental perspective on complex struggles and coping difficulties.

Lindsay is a Registered Clinical Counsellor in the province of British Columbia and a Registered Psychologist in the province of Alberta. She provides comprehensive counselling to adolescents, adults, and couples affected by a wide variety of issues including anxiety, depression, trauma, grief and loss, substance use and addictions, and relationship difficulties.

I have completed my graduate degree/masters in Counselling Psychology and hold a bachelor's degree in Psychology. My career started when I worked supporting youth who struggled with substance use-related issues. I then spent several years working as an Addiction and Mental Health Counsellor with both youth and adults in outpatient and inpatient settings. I moved to BC and then spent some time working as a Family Counsellor for youth with complex needs using a trauma-informed/attachment-based approach.

We all face challenges, obstacles, and the pain of our inner wounds- and you deserve a safe space to explore and heal from these experiences. Perhaps you are noticing the impacts of childhood experiences, past relationships, or recent events. Maybe life shifts and transitions are feeling heavy or confusing. I am here to support you in discovering what healing looks like for you, to allow us to gently approach the vulnerable parts of your experiences. You do not need to be alone in your next steps of your healing journey.

Many patients seek out services with Dr. Poon as she has considerable experience treating difficulties such as depression, anxiety (generalized, health-related, panic), obsessive thoughts, compulsions, trauma, anger, and substance use, in addition to relationship- and work-related stress. She has received training in cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavioral therapy, and acceptance and commitment therapy.

I have over 20 years of experience in mental health and substance use services. My areas of competence include working with individuals in the LGBTQIA community, addiction, depression, anxiety, anger, and interpersonal violence. Having worked for over two decades as a frontline registered nurse, social worker and clinical counsellor in health care, I have an interest in working with individuals and front line workers in the health care field.

Do you feel disconnected, lost, or without a sense of direction in life? Does it feel like stress and anxiety consumes your mental/emotional energy leaving you drained? Maybe at one point, you had a clear sense of who you were and what you wanted out of life but that seems far away now, or maybe motivation and energy has never come naturally to you. If this is something you can relate to, a supportive counselling journey can help you transition from just getting through each day to living life with a sense of purpose and goals.

Almost 3 decades has been spent gaining a diverse background in Mental Health & Substance Use. A career that includes Crisis Intervention, Psychiatric Emergencies, Acute Psychiatry, Case Management, and Comprehensive Assessments including medication reviews. Darren has been part of many multi-disciplinary teams, and has actively served on numerous Community Committees and Commissions as well as been a court appointed Mediator for the City of Calgary. His experience includes clinical leadership, educating and mentoring, group work, and individual supportive psychotherapy.

Welcome! I'm Andrea, and I provide counselling to youth and adults experiencing anxiety, depression, grief, life transitions with specializations working with teens & perinatal mental health. I have a Master's degree in Counselling Psychology, certification in reproductive mental health and birth trauma, and have worked extensively with youth and young adults. I'm also a human who has trudged through my own 'stuff', solidifying my knowing of connection and safety in therapy as the foundation of change. I work well with people who seek to explore their experiences openly, who are willing to reflect on their actions and responses.

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/.

Hello! I'm Chanelle Brown (she/her), a RCC with a M.Ed in School Counselling. My approach is rooted in compassion and empathy, offering a safe, non-judgmental space. In addition to my clinical work, I am privileged to serve as a secondary school counsellor, teacher, and coach. I am deeply committed to nurturing and supporting individuals who are seeking self-understanding, self-compassion, and personal growth - helping them to cultivate a fulfilling life. I have experience working with youth and young adults facing challenges with stress, anxiety, depression, PTSD, family and relationship conflict, substance use and addiction.

My name is Heather, and my counselling approach is centred on genuine connection and creating safety for the folks I get to work with. I could be a good fit for you if you are looking to address substance use, trauma symptoms, relationship struggles, curiosities around sex/sexuality, and/or general mental health concerns. My clients have described me as calm and compassionate while also holding people accountable to their therapy goals. I work from an emotion focused, relational, and experiential framework. You are in the driver's seat and I am here to support you with compassion and curiosity. Looking forward to connecting!

I am a Registered Social Worker with the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers along with the British Columbia College of Social Workers. My education includes an Honours Bachelor of Social Work from Lakehead University and a Master of Social Work from the University of British Columbia Okanagan. I work with Youth and young adults aged approximately 14-30 on topics of substance misuse and recovery, relationships, family challenges, life changes/transitions, stress, ADHD, and anxiety. Some other areas of specialization are Depression, Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy and Self-esteem.

You bring the readiness to make some changes, a commitment to engage in the work ahead, and curiosity about what may come. I have spent may years preparing to do ethical and effective work through varying approaches with the tools and experience to ensure safety and support you in whatever changes you are thinking about making, or difficult experiences you are facing.

Life can sometimes feel like a rough sea and counselling can help you navigate the turbulent waters. It is my goal to provide a space where you can work through challenging issues and provide support to navigate these areas of your life. I will support you by acknowledging your unique experiences and struggles with life circumstances, inviting you to explore new ways of coping. It is my belief that connecting to the body, using techniques such as breathing, noticing sensations, and recognizing how sensations are linked to feelings often provides insight and are powerful resources to work through emotions.

Hello, I practice a realistic approach,with simple and real-life, empirically supported therapy techniques.I am focused on solutions for my clientele and provide over 20 years of experience with providing real life answers to real life issues. My goal will be to provide practical solutions with positive results for you.Please be assured that I am a compassionate person with a great deal of empathy for those who are suffering. Please open the door to improvement by calling, texting or emailing my displayed number 24/7. Your search for peace of mind begins here, believe in your inner ability to adapt and overcome, i can show you how.

Hello there and welcome!! My name is Alexandria and I am a Registered Social Worker. I would welcome the opportunity to offer you support and guidance through any challenging life experience you are currently facing. My specializations include: Narcissistic Personality Disorder, Borderline Personality Disorder and Psychopathic Disorder. Alexandria feels many individuals and/or counsellors do not truly understand the magnitude of the damage and devastating effect on others that personality disorders create. Through personal experience she has gained a greater understanding and compassion for those impacted.

If you hope to overcome a dreadful anxiety, come out of a hopeless depression, build inner self-confidence, learn how to stand up for yourself, or just try to get a grip on life today; together we can achieve it. As a Registered Clinical Counsellor with a Masters in Counselling, 7 years experience, and a genuine compassion for people, I sincerely create an encouraging and safe space where we will find what your next step looks like and provide you with the correct tools and techniques to ultimately attain what brought you to seek counselling.