Alcohol Use Therapists in Vancouver, BC
A. Paul Singh
Registered Social Worker, MA, JD , RSW
Verified Verified
Vancouver, BC V6B (Online Only)
Alcohol use doesn’t have to ruin your life.
You swear you’re not going to drink today, but when 5:00 pm rolls around, you find yourself reaching for a bottle. You’ve tried everything to control your drinking – taking a break for a while, drinking only on weekends, or only in the evenings, or never alone, or only beer – but nothing seems to work. You’re tired of the hangovers, the arguments, the mornings waking up with guilt and regret. While drinking used to make everything better, now it seems it’s making everything worse. But while you know you have to do something about your use of alcohol, deep down, you’re not sure you can live without it.
Alcohol use doesn’t have to ruin your life.
You swear you’re not going to drink today, but when 5:00 pm rolls around, you find yourself reaching for a bottle. You’ve tried everything to control your drinking – taking a break for a while, drinking only on weekends, or only in the evenings, or never alone, or only beer – but nothing seems to work. You’re tired of the hangovers, the arguments, the mornings waking up with guilt and regret. While drinking used to make everything better, now it seems it’s making everything worse. But while you know you have to do something about your use of alcohol, deep down, you’re not sure you can live without it.
As a tradesperson who's walked the path of recovery and reinvention, I understand facing challenges that impact every aspect of our lives and relationships. My clients, whether in suits or work boots, find someone who speaks their language. I don't just offer therapy; I bring professional training and lived experience. My toolkit? Integrated Wellness and Life Skills Counselling – the same fundamentals that turned my life around. Here, real talk leads to real change.
As a tradesperson who's walked the path of recovery and reinvention, I understand facing challenges that impact every aspect of our lives and relationships. My clients, whether in suits or work boots, find someone who speaks their language. I don't just offer therapy; I bring professional training and lived experience. My toolkit? Integrated Wellness and Life Skills Counselling – the same fundamentals that turned my life around. Here, real talk leads to real change.
I am a Registered Clinical Counsellor with a background in person-centred interaction. I work in partnership with you on the issues that bring you to counselling. I believe that each individual has the capacity to change and can discover and use his or her own strengths to create change. I treat all my clients with the understanding that they have an inherent striving for a positive life, and will work with the person to achieve his or her own goals.
I am a Registered Clinical Counsellor with a background in person-centred interaction. I work in partnership with you on the issues that bring you to counselling. I believe that each individual has the capacity to change and can discover and use his or her own strengths to create change. I treat all my clients with the understanding that they have an inherent striving for a positive life, and will work with the person to achieve his or her own goals.
I work with clients struggling with pornography and sex addiction. I draw upon my training as a Certified Sex Addiction Therapist and my experience as an addictions counsellor at a premier addictions treatment clinic in Vancouver. Working with you would allow us to target the underlying issues and the root causes of these behaviours to provide a plan for you to move forward and be free. My other areas of expertise include drug and alcohol addiction.
I work with clients struggling with pornography and sex addiction. I draw upon my training as a Certified Sex Addiction Therapist and my experience as an addictions counsellor at a premier addictions treatment clinic in Vancouver. Working with you would allow us to target the underlying issues and the root causes of these behaviours to provide a plan for you to move forward and be free. My other areas of expertise include drug and alcohol addiction.
Rob Hammond
Drug & Alcohol Counsellor, ICADC, CCAC, SAP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Vancouver, BC V5R
Addiction is a complex and challenging battle, but it's important to remember that recovery is not only possible but within reach for everyone. I firmly believe that every person deserves a chance to rewrite their story, and that's why I am passionate about providing comprehensive and personalized counseling to support individuals in their recovery process. Through a combination of evidence-based approaches, compassionate support, and a client-centered focus, I empower my clients to navigate the obstacles on their path to recovery.
Addiction is a complex and challenging battle, but it's important to remember that recovery is not only possible but within reach for everyone. I firmly believe that every person deserves a chance to rewrite their story, and that's why I am passionate about providing comprehensive and personalized counseling to support individuals in their recovery process. Through a combination of evidence-based approaches, compassionate support, and a client-centered focus, I empower my clients to navigate the obstacles on their path to recovery.
Linda Lane-Devlin -Private Practice
Drug & Alcohol Counsellor, ICADC, CIP, CCAC, CCCS, BA
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Vancouver, BC V6J
Addiction Specialist, Counsellor- Internationally Certified Alcohol and Drug Counsellor (CACCF), CCCS, CCAC Certified Counsellor , Board Certified Interventionist PCB CIP. Linda continues to educate, innovate, inspire and support clients, families, about using a more collaborative approach. She has over 25 years of experience working in the addictions field. Linda's commitment to excellence in best practice guides the service provision. People's behaviors are shaped by their experiences, and each person is unique in this regard.
Addiction Specialist, Counsellor- Internationally Certified Alcohol and Drug Counsellor (CACCF), CCCS, CCAC Certified Counsellor , Board Certified Interventionist PCB CIP. Linda continues to educate, innovate, inspire and support clients, families, about using a more collaborative approach. She has over 25 years of experience working in the addictions field. Linda's commitment to excellence in best practice guides the service provision. People's behaviors are shaped by their experiences, and each person is unique in this regard.
Carmen Schutz
Licensed Professional Counsellor, BA, MCP, RCC, CCTP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Vancouver, BC V5K (Online Only)
If you have found yourself looking at this page, congratulations for taking a first step in finding support. If you are struggling to find meaning in your life, feel unworthy, or are struggling to cope with things that have come up, I see you. If you have been struggling with traumatic experiences, I'm here to help you explore. Feelings of shame, hopelessness, and brokenness can be overwhelming and I am here to tell you that you do not have to go through this alone. it is my hope to create a safe space for self-exploration and increased resiliency while providing you functional tools for coping.
If you have found yourself looking at this page, congratulations for taking a first step in finding support. If you are struggling to find meaning in your life, feel unworthy, or are struggling to cope with things that have come up, I see you. If you have been struggling with traumatic experiences, I'm here to help you explore. Feelings of shame, hopelessness, and brokenness can be overwhelming and I am here to tell you that you do not have to go through this alone. it is my hope to create a safe space for self-exploration and increased resiliency while providing you functional tools for coping.
Andy Bhatti Interventions & Addiction Services
Drug & Alcohol Counsellor, CCAC
Verified Verified
Vancouver, BC V6C
Andy Bhatti is a Vancouver drug and alcohol interventionists. Andy works with families that have loved ones stuck in alcoholism or addiction. Andy has facilitated drug and alcohol interventions all over Vancouver, Surrey and Langley. Andy provides addiction treatment referrals for clients seeking alcohol or drug treatment. Andy works with public and private drug and alcohol treatment centres in Vancouver, Surrey , Langley and British Columbia. Andy Bhatti interventions out patient addiction treatment program allows clients to complete written exercises, stay clean and still be able to work. Call today for your free consultation.
Andy Bhatti is a Vancouver drug and alcohol interventionists. Andy works with families that have loved ones stuck in alcoholism or addiction. Andy has facilitated drug and alcohol interventions all over Vancouver, Surrey and Langley. Andy provides addiction treatment referrals for clients seeking alcohol or drug treatment. Andy works with public and private drug and alcohol treatment centres in Vancouver, Surrey , Langley and British Columbia. Andy Bhatti interventions out patient addiction treatment program allows clients to complete written exercises, stay clean and still be able to work. Call today for your free consultation.
Cynthia Ramsay - Grace Extended Counselling
Counsellor, PCD, RTC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Vancouver, BC V6R
Are you struggling to cope with events in your life? Have you experienced difficulties and you find yourself turning to unhealthy behaviors to get through the day? Are you affected by the unhealthy behaviors of someone you care about? Perhaps you’re living in two worlds - trying to navigate despair while keeping your faith and dark struggles hidden and separated from one another. What if there were a space where you could bring ALL your “stuff”, share it, work through it, without judgment? Such a space can be life changing - helping you gather all your scattered pieces and find yourself again. That’s the space I hold for you.
Are you struggling to cope with events in your life? Have you experienced difficulties and you find yourself turning to unhealthy behaviors to get through the day? Are you affected by the unhealthy behaviors of someone you care about? Perhaps you’re living in two worlds - trying to navigate despair while keeping your faith and dark struggles hidden and separated from one another. What if there were a space where you could bring ALL your “stuff”, share it, work through it, without judgment? Such a space can be life changing - helping you gather all your scattered pieces and find yourself again. That’s the space I hold for you.
I am an experienced Registered Clinical Counsellor working in Vancouver’s Commercial Drive area, in nature at the beautiful Pacific Spirit Trails, and online throughout British Columbia. My clients are youth, adults, and couples who want to learn how to better manage mental health issues such as stress and anxiety, depression, anger, grief or loss, or complex trauma/PTSD; or who are experiencing challenging life transitions. I approach clients as unique individuals and incorporate a holistic and trauma-informed perspective.
I am an experienced Registered Clinical Counsellor working in Vancouver’s Commercial Drive area, in nature at the beautiful Pacific Spirit Trails, and online throughout British Columbia. My clients are youth, adults, and couples who want to learn how to better manage mental health issues such as stress and anxiety, depression, anger, grief or loss, or complex trauma/PTSD; or who are experiencing challenging life transitions. I approach clients as unique individuals and incorporate a holistic and trauma-informed perspective.
Hi there - and thank you for the visit. Asking for help and finding a counsellor who is the right fit can be quite the process. Whether you are seeking support because of some sudden shift in circumstance or a longstanding issue that is getting harder and harder to carry, I believe therapy is a unique space that can help people heal and grow and can help carry some of that weight.
Hi there - and thank you for the visit. Asking for help and finding a counsellor who is the right fit can be quite the process. Whether you are seeking support because of some sudden shift in circumstance or a longstanding issue that is getting harder and harder to carry, I believe therapy is a unique space that can help people heal and grow and can help carry some of that weight.
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Clients come to me when they feel that something in their life needs to change, but can't quite see the path forward. Some clients aren't quite sure where to start, or even exactly where they want to go. Many feel overwhelmed, stuck, frustrated or exhausted by the experiences and cycles in their life that seem to repeat themselves despite desperately wanting them to change! Our work together could help you gain clarity about where you want to go, identify and remove obstacles (internal & external), provide you with practical new tools for navigating a complex world, seeing changes, and moving forward with joy and confidence!
Clients come to me when they feel that something in their life needs to change, but can't quite see the path forward. Some clients aren't quite sure where to start, or even exactly where they want to go. Many feel overwhelmed, stuck, frustrated or exhausted by the experiences and cycles in their life that seem to repeat themselves despite desperately wanting them to change! Our work together could help you gain clarity about where you want to go, identify and remove obstacles (internal & external), provide you with practical new tools for navigating a complex world, seeing changes, and moving forward with joy and confidence!
My approach is tailored to the needs of each individual. I emphasize the importance of a strong, compassionate therapeutic relationship and work primarily from a trauma informed, client-centered model. I incorporate elements of emotion focused, narrative, dialectical behavioural, internal family systems, parts work, attachment, strengths/resiliency based, and somatic approaches. I primarily work from a process oriented place by working on issues brought up in the moment and spending time breaking down the beliefs, emotions, and behaviours that accompany each issue.
My approach is tailored to the needs of each individual. I emphasize the importance of a strong, compassionate therapeutic relationship and work primarily from a trauma informed, client-centered model. I incorporate elements of emotion focused, narrative, dialectical behavioural, internal family systems, parts work, attachment, strengths/resiliency based, and somatic approaches. I primarily work from a process oriented place by working on issues brought up in the moment and spending time breaking down the beliefs, emotions, and behaviours that accompany each issue.
You deserve a soft landing where you can express the unexpressed and explore the things that make you human. My intention is to assist you with accessing your deeper truth and authentic self - helping you find your way back home to you. My approach is to care for the soul with loving compassion and create a safe and supportive environment where you can improve your relationship with self and others. I use a trauma-informed approach and work with folks holistically on varying issues (anxiety, self-esteem, relationships, trauma, grief, burnout) to bring healing, understanding, and hope.
You deserve a soft landing where you can express the unexpressed and explore the things that make you human. My intention is to assist you with accessing your deeper truth and authentic self - helping you find your way back home to you. My approach is to care for the soul with loving compassion and create a safe and supportive environment where you can improve your relationship with self and others. I use a trauma-informed approach and work with folks holistically on varying issues (anxiety, self-esteem, relationships, trauma, grief, burnout) to bring healing, understanding, and hope.
A large part of the change that takes place due to therapeutic work is the relationship between client and counsellor. I strive to make that relationship a meaningful one based on respect and compassion. I bring with me a wide range of knowledge, skills and education and am happy to continue learning both from and for my clients.
A large part of the change that takes place due to therapeutic work is the relationship between client and counsellor. I strive to make that relationship a meaningful one based on respect and compassion. I bring with me a wide range of knowledge, skills and education and am happy to continue learning both from and for my clients.
Hello! If you or a loved one are looking to make the best of your current situation and/or feel stuck as to how to move forward in life, you can book a free 15 minute consultation with me to see if I can help. I provide counselling in both English and French online. My website: onaxiscounselling.com
Hello! If you or a loved one are looking to make the best of your current situation and/or feel stuck as to how to move forward in life, you can book a free 15 minute consultation with me to see if I can help. I provide counselling in both English and French online. My website: onaxiscounselling.com
My fundamental orientation to counselling is existential. At its heart, this approach doesn't distinguish between cognitions (thinking) and affect (feeling) and the somatic (body). Instead, it (and I) attempt to make contact with the whole of one's being. After all, we don't refer to ourselves as "human brains" or "human bodies" but as human beings. This is why talk therapy participates in healing the body, but it also explains why attention to the body can help heal what we generally call mental illness. And in the midst of it all, feelings are the endlessly rich source of information that help connect thinking to the body.
My fundamental orientation to counselling is existential. At its heart, this approach doesn't distinguish between cognitions (thinking) and affect (feeling) and the somatic (body). Instead, it (and I) attempt to make contact with the whole of one's being. After all, we don't refer to ourselves as "human brains" or "human bodies" but as human beings. This is why talk therapy participates in healing the body, but it also explains why attention to the body can help heal what we generally call mental illness. And in the midst of it all, feelings are the endlessly rich source of information that help connect thinking to the body.
Anxiety, worry, depression, or stress can prevent us from enjoying the life we desire. What we think and feel can shape our reality, how we navigate the world, and also influence how others respond to us. This is because our thoughts, emotions, and behaviours are all connected and are constantly creating feedback loops – both positive and negative. Sometimes life throws unexpected curveballs that trigger a downward spiral that (at the time) can feel impossible to recover from. Although difficult events can be destabilizing, confusing, and painful they can also offer us the greatest opportunity for growth.
Anxiety, worry, depression, or stress can prevent us from enjoying the life we desire. What we think and feel can shape our reality, how we navigate the world, and also influence how others respond to us. This is because our thoughts, emotions, and behaviours are all connected and are constantly creating feedback loops – both positive and negative. Sometimes life throws unexpected curveballs that trigger a downward spiral that (at the time) can feel impossible to recover from. Although difficult events can be destabilizing, confusing, and painful they can also offer us the greatest opportunity for growth.
I am a Registered Clinical Counsellor with the BCACC and an Associate Counsellor with Healing Waves. Clients can come in with various goals ranging from emotional regulation to identity of self. I specialize in clients with ADHD and symptom management is one of the primary goals that clients come in with. This is in addition to recognizing goals for other systems in their life which may be connected to ADHD.
I am a Registered Clinical Counsellor with the BCACC and an Associate Counsellor with Healing Waves. Clients can come in with various goals ranging from emotional regulation to identity of self. I specialize in clients with ADHD and symptom management is one of the primary goals that clients come in with. This is in addition to recognizing goals for other systems in their life which may be connected to ADHD.
You may be feeling overwhelmed or stuck and need practical tools and guidance to cope and overcome. As your counsellor, I will meet you where you are and work at your pace. We can work together in a safe, non-judgmental space to help you build resilience, feel more in control, and develop healthier relationships. My goal is to help you achieve greater peace of mind, deepen self-awareness, and improve your overall quality of life. I am experienced in working with issues around self-esteem, ADHD/ADD, addiction, trauma, conflict in relationships, anxiety and depression.
You may be feeling overwhelmed or stuck and need practical tools and guidance to cope and overcome. As your counsellor, I will meet you where you are and work at your pace. We can work together in a safe, non-judgmental space to help you build resilience, feel more in control, and develop healthier relationships. My goal is to help you achieve greater peace of mind, deepen self-awareness, and improve your overall quality of life. I am experienced in working with issues around self-esteem, ADHD/ADD, addiction, trauma, conflict in relationships, anxiety and depression.
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Alcohol Use Counsellors
Are there specific medications for alcohol use?
There are oral medications approved to treat alcohol use disorder—such as disulfiram, acamprosate, and naltrexone, which also comes in an injectable form. These medications do help people reduce their drinking as well as avoid the problem of relapse. Naltrexone helps reduce cravings, disulfiram can make a person feel sick when they drink, and acamprosate may help ease symptoms like poor sleep and anxious feelings.
How do alcohol recovery or rehabilitation programs work?
In inpatient programs, individuals live in a facility with other patients in recovery; in outpatient programs,individuals live at home. These facilities are staffed with healthcare professionals including physicians, nurses, psychologists, counselors, and psychotherapists. Staff can also include people who have recovered themselves, serving as mentors and guides. These programs may use abstinence, harm reduction, detoxification, psychotherapy, and other tools for recovery.
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 alcohol use reduce the amount of alcohol they intake. It is not abstinence-based like a 12-step program, but combining harm reduction with psychotherapy proves to be effective for many people.