Alcohol Use Therapists in East York, ON

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Danielle Phegan
Registered Psychotherapist, AAMFT, RP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
East York, ON M4C
Waitlist for new clients
I believe in the innate ability of every individual to grow and heal, sometimes we need help. For twenty five years I have had the privilege of working with individuals, couples, families and groups on their healing journeys. I work with an anti-oppression and client-centered perspective, which celebrates the unique needs of every client I see. Therapy is an evolving collaboration that needs a safe space to explore challenging feelings, thoughts and relationships in support of new insights, repair, and connection.
I believe in the innate ability of every individual to grow and heal, sometimes we need help. For twenty five years I have had the privilege of working with individuals, couples, families and groups on their healing journeys. I work with an anti-oppression and client-centered perspective, which celebrates the unique needs of every client I see. Therapy is an evolving collaboration that needs a safe space to explore challenging feelings, thoughts and relationships in support of new insights, repair, and connection.
(416) 892-0701 View (416) 892-0701
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Mihaela Anghel
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
East York, ON M4C  (Online Only)
You are capable and bright. You are ambitious and perseverant. But there are so many demands on your life, so many responsibilities. In juggling all the balls- children, spouse, your career, the house chores, friends- you find yourself exhausted and drained, and not just physically, but emotionally and mentally. All the sleep in the world does not seem to cut it. All the self care advice in your IG feed does not make a difference. You know you need to find a better way to live life, but where to get started? Is therapy the answer? Life coaching? Better self care? How about all of the above? Awareness + tools and techniques +action!
You are capable and bright. You are ambitious and perseverant. But there are so many demands on your life, so many responsibilities. In juggling all the balls- children, spouse, your career, the house chores, friends- you find yourself exhausted and drained, and not just physically, but emotionally and mentally. All the sleep in the world does not seem to cut it. All the self care advice in your IG feed does not make a difference. You know you need to find a better way to live life, but where to get started? Is therapy the answer? Life coaching? Better self care? How about all of the above? Awareness + tools and techniques +action!
(647) 699-4073 View (647) 699-4073
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Laura Pearson
Counsellor
Verified Verified
East York, ON M4K
Stress and anxiety are a daily part of many people's lives. After all, we live in a fast-paced culture where expectations, from ourselves and others, is ever-increasing. It is understandable to feel strained by your responsibilities, but are they weighing you down more than they are bringing you joy? Perhaps you want to make a life change but don't know how? Through counselling, also known as "talk therapy", I can help put you on the path to reaching your goals and taking control of your life.
Stress and anxiety are a daily part of many people's lives. After all, we live in a fast-paced culture where expectations, from ourselves and others, is ever-increasing. It is understandable to feel strained by your responsibilities, but are they weighing you down more than they are bringing you joy? Perhaps you want to make a life change but don't know how? Through counselling, also known as "talk therapy", I can help put you on the path to reaching your goals and taking control of your life.
(647) 797-8791 View (647) 797-8791
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Valery Belyanin
Registered Psychotherapist, RP, PhD, OAMHP, CRPO
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
East York, ON M4C  (Online Only)
Valery Belyanin is a Registered Psychotherapist with 20+ years of experience. He provides help for clients with low self-esteem, low mood, for those who worry about life events and struggle with accepting themselves or are dealing with the challenges they face.
Valery Belyanin is a Registered Psychotherapist with 20+ years of experience. He provides help for clients with low self-esteem, low mood, for those who worry about life events and struggle with accepting themselves or are dealing with the challenges they face.
(647) 360-8980 View (647) 360-8980
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Kathy Vance
Registered Psychotherapist, RP
Verified Verified
East York, ON M4G
Many things affect us deeply in our busy lives.  Yet we find ourselves unable, unwilling, or reluctant to talk our issues through with family, friends or physician. Psychotherapy sessions with me by Zoom, are focused, strategic, and personalized to your needs. I have provided individual and family psychotherapy/counseling in Toronto for over twenty years. Book one session a series, or intermittently: yours to design. Everyone wants change, but how? I will listen to you. "and the day came when the risk to remain tight in a bud was more painful than the risk it took to blossom” Anais Nin
Many things affect us deeply in our busy lives.  Yet we find ourselves unable, unwilling, or reluctant to talk our issues through with family, friends or physician. Psychotherapy sessions with me by Zoom, are focused, strategic, and personalized to your needs. I have provided individual and family psychotherapy/counseling in Toronto for over twenty years. Book one session a series, or intermittently: yours to design. Everyone wants change, but how? I will listen to you. "and the day came when the risk to remain tight in a bud was more painful than the risk it took to blossom” Anais Nin
(289) 204-7725 View (289) 204-7725
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Alejandra Lindan
Registered Psychotherapist, MMT, RP
Verified Verified
13 Endorsed
East York, ON M3C  (Online Only)
Hi! Thanks for visiting. Maybe it’s like you’re about to drown in overwhelm, and you wish you could catch your breath. Maybe that out-of-control urge exploded again, and you wish you could find that kind of relief without all the mess afterward. Maybe it exploded in one or more of your relationships, and you don’t know what to do, but you feel unspeakably lost or lonely about it. Maybe at times you’ve given up on life being worth living. Maybe other times you do everything you can think of to survive. Or maybe it’s your teen or someone else you love who’s going through things like this, and you need support. I’d love to help.
Hi! Thanks for visiting. Maybe it’s like you’re about to drown in overwhelm, and you wish you could catch your breath. Maybe that out-of-control urge exploded again, and you wish you could find that kind of relief without all the mess afterward. Maybe it exploded in one or more of your relationships, and you don’t know what to do, but you feel unspeakably lost or lonely about it. Maybe at times you’ve given up on life being worth living. Maybe other times you do everything you can think of to survive. Or maybe it’s your teen or someone else you love who’s going through things like this, and you need support. I’d love to help.
(647) 559-3080 View (647) 559-3080
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Naeema Hashmani
Registered Psychotherapist, BSc, MEd, RP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
East York, ON M4K
I am a passionate therapist with over 11 years of counselling, crisis intervention, and case management experience. It is my privilege to support and guide you on your journey as you gain deeper insight into your life and your needs. You may be going through a change or a difficult time in your life, I can help you through it. Self-awareness and self-acceptance lead to growth and balance. Explore. Express. Evolve.
I am a passionate therapist with over 11 years of counselling, crisis intervention, and case management experience. It is my privilege to support and guide you on your journey as you gain deeper insight into your life and your needs. You may be going through a change or a difficult time in your life, I can help you through it. Self-awareness and self-acceptance lead to growth and balance. Explore. Express. Evolve.
(647) 360-3159 View (647) 360-3159
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Starling Psychological Services
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
East York, ON M4K
Starling Psychological Services is a multidisciplinary mental health clinic offering therapy services to adults in Ontario. Our goal is to provide professional and ethical psychotherapy for a range of mental health concerns and everyday problems. Our team of psychologists, social workers, and psychotherapists has extensive training and experience helping our clients to improve symptoms and develop the skills and strategies needed to make positive changes in their lives. We take a collaborative approach to counselling and work with our clients to set therapy goals and create a treatment plan to address them.
Starling Psychological Services is a multidisciplinary mental health clinic offering therapy services to adults in Ontario. Our goal is to provide professional and ethical psychotherapy for a range of mental health concerns and everyday problems. Our team of psychologists, social workers, and psychotherapists has extensive training and experience helping our clients to improve symptoms and develop the skills and strategies needed to make positive changes in their lives. We take a collaborative approach to counselling and work with our clients to set therapy goals and create a treatment plan to address them.
(866) 383-6128 View (866) 383-6128
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Benn Brisland
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW, CYC
Verified Verified
East York, ON M4K
I offer brief and long-term individual counseling, to pre-teens, adolescents, adults, and families. I especially welcome queer, trans and gender-diverse clients and those who support them; neurodivergent folks; those wanting to improve their mental health and those wanting to address substance use and/or addiction.
I offer brief and long-term individual counseling, to pre-teens, adolescents, adults, and families. I especially welcome queer, trans and gender-diverse clients and those who support them; neurodivergent folks; those wanting to improve their mental health and those wanting to address substance use and/or addiction.
(437) 371-2433 View (437) 371-2433
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Advance Health Psychotherapy & Psychology
Psychologist, PhD, CPsych
Verified Verified
East York, ON M4J
How to find hope? How do you heal the ache you feel inside? If you are lost, engaging in therapy can help you find a way forward! You want to be at PEACE with yourself and the people around you. You want to follow your dreams, be part of something that matters, and live to your LIFE to fullest potential. However, you may be at a low point and feel afraid and alone. You may have more bad days than good days. Regardless of the type of struggle, it is possible to move to a better place.
How to find hope? How do you heal the ache you feel inside? If you are lost, engaging in therapy can help you find a way forward! You want to be at PEACE with yourself and the people around you. You want to follow your dreams, be part of something that matters, and live to your LIFE to fullest potential. However, you may be at a low point and feel afraid and alone. You may have more bad days than good days. Regardless of the type of struggle, it is possible to move to a better place.
(647) 493-3890 View (647) 493-3890
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Cristobal Lopez
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), BA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
East York, ON M4J  (Online Only)
My name is Cristobal (Cris) and I am a Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), offering online services in English and Spanish for adults and young adults. I have 17 years of experience counselling individuals and facilitating groups in a Toronto hospital setting, and I am passionate about helping people build the skills and self-understanding they need to move forward. I use elements of CBT, DBT, and mindful self-compassion within a trauma-informed and person-centered structure. I see clients primarily out of my private practice, called Build Me Up Therapy Services.
My name is Cristobal (Cris) and I am a Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), offering online services in English and Spanish for adults and young adults. I have 17 years of experience counselling individuals and facilitating groups in a Toronto hospital setting, and I am passionate about helping people build the skills and self-understanding they need to move forward. I use elements of CBT, DBT, and mindful self-compassion within a trauma-informed and person-centered structure. I see clients primarily out of my private practice, called Build Me Up Therapy Services.
(437) 372-5017 View (437) 372-5017
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Andreea Brabete
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
East York, ON M4C
Life frequently confronts us with moments of overwhelming uncertainty, leaving us feeling stuck, anxious, and unsure about our next moves. The decision to embark on a therapeutic journey often arises from such encounters with life’s challenges. These challenges may manifest as obstacles in our daily lives or when interacting with people, and make us feel persistent anxiety or depression or perhaps just a vague sense of unease, the contemplation of something still taking form – a lingering, unarticulated question residing in our minds.
Life frequently confronts us with moments of overwhelming uncertainty, leaving us feeling stuck, anxious, and unsure about our next moves. The decision to embark on a therapeutic journey often arises from such encounters with life’s challenges. These challenges may manifest as obstacles in our daily lives or when interacting with people, and make us feel persistent anxiety or depression or perhaps just a vague sense of unease, the contemplation of something still taking form – a lingering, unarticulated question residing in our minds.
(437) 747-3821 View (437) 747-3821
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Miranda Borisenko
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
East York, ON M4C
Choosing the right therapist is an important step toward making positive life changes. To help you with this, I would be happy to meet with you for a free 30-minute consultation to assist you in deciding if therapy and my approach are what you are looking for. My areas of expertise include: stress management, anxiety, depression, addictions, trauma recovery, family/couple relationships, work-related stress, parenting and sexual orientation/identity. I will help you focus and decide on what you want to change, and help you map a path to get there.
Choosing the right therapist is an important step toward making positive life changes. To help you with this, I would be happy to meet with you for a free 30-minute consultation to assist you in deciding if therapy and my approach are what you are looking for. My areas of expertise include: stress management, anxiety, depression, addictions, trauma recovery, family/couple relationships, work-related stress, parenting and sexual orientation/identity. I will help you focus and decide on what you want to change, and help you map a path to get there.
(647) 697-3346 View (647) 697-3346
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Toula Kourgiantakis
Registered Social Worker, PhD, MSW, CCFT
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
East York, ON M4G
Not accepting new clients
I am a Social Worker and Certified Couple and Family Therapist with 30 years of experience working with families/couples. Some of the areas I address in couple therapy include how to repair and strengthen relationships, reduce conflict, improve communication, and enhance emotional and physical intimacy. For families supporting someone with a mental health and/or addiction-related concern, I provide psychoeducation about mental health and addictions, help families strengthen coping skills and self-care, and also focus on improving communication and setting limits. Family is a broad concept that includes families of choice.
I am a Social Worker and Certified Couple and Family Therapist with 30 years of experience working with families/couples. Some of the areas I address in couple therapy include how to repair and strengthen relationships, reduce conflict, improve communication, and enhance emotional and physical intimacy. For families supporting someone with a mental health and/or addiction-related concern, I provide psychoeducation about mental health and addictions, help families strengthen coping skills and self-care, and also focus on improving communication and setting limits. Family is a broad concept that includes families of choice.
(855) 848-2034 View (855) 848-2034

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MindSeed Health
Registered Psychotherapist
Verified Verified
Toronto, ON M4W
MindSeed is a trauma-informed mental health centre that meets people where they are and helps them get to where they want to be. We're dedicated to helping people gain both the skills & insights that empower them to lead more satisfying lives. Our clients face challenges with: depression, anxiety, trauma (complex & PTSD), intense emotions (eg. anger, shame), substance and alcohol use, self-harm, suicidality, disordered eating & body image issues, low self worth, grief, life transitions, & relationships. Many also have a history of early or relational traumas.
MindSeed is a trauma-informed mental health centre that meets people where they are and helps them get to where they want to be. We're dedicated to helping people gain both the skills & insights that empower them to lead more satisfying lives. Our clients face challenges with: depression, anxiety, trauma (complex & PTSD), intense emotions (eg. anger, shame), substance and alcohol use, self-harm, suicidality, disordered eating & body image issues, low self worth, grief, life transitions, & relationships. Many also have a history of early or relational traumas.
(289) 778-0121 View (289) 778-0121
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Amanda Neilson
Registered Social Worker, CYW, BSW, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Toronto, ON M4L
Providing virtual sessions for folks across Ontario and in person or virtual sessions for Ottawa folks. For over 20 years, I have specialized in treating people with problematic substance use and substance use disorders. I work within a compassionate, collaborative, and trauma-informed approach. The right way to make meaningful change is the way that works best for you. I'm here to work with you on finding that way.
Providing virtual sessions for folks across Ontario and in person or virtual sessions for Ottawa folks. For over 20 years, I have specialized in treating people with problematic substance use and substance use disorders. I work within a compassionate, collaborative, and trauma-informed approach. The right way to make meaningful change is the way that works best for you. I'm here to work with you on finding that way.
(343) 304-6325 View (343) 304-6325
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Jefferson Ribout
Drug & Alcohol Counsellor, RP, ICADC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Toronto, ON M4P
My passion for helping others is what led me to the field of addictions and psychotherapy. I am an Internationally Certified Alcohol & Drug Counsellor (ICADC) and registered psychotherapist (RP), educated in Criminology at the University of Ottawa and Addiction Education at McMaster University where I completed an Addiction Studies Certificate and an Addiction Care Worker Diploma. I have been working in the field of addictions and mental health for 13 years. I deliver client-centred and holistic therapy in order to best meet my clients needs and address the root causes of their issues.
My passion for helping others is what led me to the field of addictions and psychotherapy. I am an Internationally Certified Alcohol & Drug Counsellor (ICADC) and registered psychotherapist (RP), educated in Criminology at the University of Ottawa and Addiction Education at McMaster University where I completed an Addiction Studies Certificate and an Addiction Care Worker Diploma. I have been working in the field of addictions and mental health for 13 years. I deliver client-centred and holistic therapy in order to best meet my clients needs and address the root causes of their issues.
(647) 931-1373 View (647) 931-1373
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Kat Teller
Drug & Alcohol Counsellor, CCAC, ACC, BA
Verified Verified
Toronto, ON M4T
Welcome! Do you need guidance to help launch you into the next phase of your life? Feeling lost or unsure of how to proceed? Are you struggling with addiction or recurrent self-sabotaging patterns? I will help you determine what is holding you back from being the person you are meant to be and where your blocks are. I use a holistic method, looking at the entire person- mental, emotional, physical and spiritual and offer a variety of healing and coaching tools. Client's will be met where they are, with a personalized program adapted to fit their unique self and situation. Whatever your situation, we can work on a plan together.
Welcome! Do you need guidance to help launch you into the next phase of your life? Feeling lost or unsure of how to proceed? Are you struggling with addiction or recurrent self-sabotaging patterns? I will help you determine what is holding you back from being the person you are meant to be and where your blocks are. I use a holistic method, looking at the entire person- mental, emotional, physical and spiritual and offer a variety of healing and coaching tools. Client's will be met where they are, with a personalized program adapted to fit their unique self and situation. Whatever your situation, we can work on a plan together.
(438) 600-4089 View (438) 600-4089
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Joy Dorsey
Coach
Verified Verified
Toronto, ON M3C  (Online Only)
I am an Eating Disorder Recovery Coach and I specialize in supporting individuals (adults and adolescents) and their loved ones to navigate eating disorder treatment. My clients tell me it's my warm, human, and relatable approach that helps them to open up, to be honest, and most importantly to take the challenging steps toward recovery. My clients reach out to me because they are struggling with symptoms that are eating disorder related and the co-occurring conditions that often co-exist.
I am an Eating Disorder Recovery Coach and I specialize in supporting individuals (adults and adolescents) and their loved ones to navigate eating disorder treatment. My clients tell me it's my warm, human, and relatable approach that helps them to open up, to be honest, and most importantly to take the challenging steps toward recovery. My clients reach out to me because they are struggling with symptoms that are eating disorder related and the co-occurring conditions that often co-exist.
(249) 486-5598 View (249) 486-5598
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Eleni Ionides - Addictions Specialist
Drug & Alcohol Counsellor, CCAC, BA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Toronto, ON M4P
Are you stuck in old behavior patterns and unable to move forward? Is your substance use interfering with your life and goals? Choosing the right therapist for you is essential to the success of your recovery. I am a Canadian Certified Addictions Counsellor (C.C.A.C) with over 10 years experience in the field of addictions in both inpatient and outpatient treatment settings. I completed my BA in Psychology from the University of Western Ontario and my Post Graduate Diploma in Addictions Treatment and Prevention from Georgian College.
Are you stuck in old behavior patterns and unable to move forward? Is your substance use interfering with your life and goals? Choosing the right therapist for you is essential to the success of your recovery. I am a Canadian Certified Addictions Counsellor (C.C.A.C) with over 10 years experience in the field of addictions in both inpatient and outpatient treatment settings. I completed my BA in Psychology from the University of Western Ontario and my Post Graduate Diploma in Addictions Treatment and Prevention from Georgian College.
(647) 952-6539 View (647) 952-6539
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Scott A Barter
Drug & Alcohol Counsellor, BComm, CCAC, CACCF
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Toronto, ON M4S
Are alcohol and/or drugs interfering with your life? Are you using substances when you are depressed, anxious, or overwhelmed? Are you looking for ways to improve relationships, mood, and personal well-being? Are you looking for a compassionate and experienced professional counsellor to make positive changes in your life? Utilizing evidence-based therapeutic methods (CBT, MI, and Mindfulness), my private practice will help you examine your personal goals, work towards empowering you to address your substance use to build healthy relationships, sustain and maintain sobriety, and to make positive changes in your life!
Are alcohol and/or drugs interfering with your life? Are you using substances when you are depressed, anxious, or overwhelmed? Are you looking for ways to improve relationships, mood, and personal well-being? Are you looking for a compassionate and experienced professional counsellor to make positive changes in your life? Utilizing evidence-based therapeutic methods (CBT, MI, and Mindfulness), my private practice will help you examine your personal goals, work towards empowering you to address your substance use to build healthy relationships, sustain and maintain sobriety, and to make positive changes in your life!
(647) 249-0312 View (647) 249-0312
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Dela Lubin - Counselling And Consulting Services
Registered Psychotherapist, MPS
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Toronto, ON M4K  (Online Only)
Are you struggling with the daily pressures of life? Do you find yourself inundated by unhealthy thoughts and emotions which overwhelm and control your life? My name is Dela and I'm a Registered Psychotherapist with a passion for helping families and individuals like yourself learn how to regain balance by taking control of destructive thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. This includes working with individuals with a history of childhood neglect, abuse, trauma, work related issues, family problems, and psychological issues including anxiety, mood, and personality disorders.
Are you struggling with the daily pressures of life? Do you find yourself inundated by unhealthy thoughts and emotions which overwhelm and control your life? My name is Dela and I'm a Registered Psychotherapist with a passion for helping families and individuals like yourself learn how to regain balance by taking control of destructive thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. This includes working with individuals with a history of childhood neglect, abuse, trauma, work related issues, family problems, and psychological issues including anxiety, mood, and personality disorders.
(226) 407-9163 View (226) 407-9163
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Doug Cochrane
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW, CSAT, EMDR
Verified Verified
Toronto, ON M4B
I am a certified Sex Addiction therapist. My primary area of work is directed to Sex and Pornography Addiction, Partner Betrayal Trauma, Intimacy and Attachment disorders, and the resulting complications from sexual compulsivity. I also practice EMDR trauma therapy to assist clients in processing traumatic events. Through the careful construction of an empathetic counselling relationship I am able to provide therapy for individuals, partners, and couples suffering the consequences of sex and pornography addiction as well as trauma that may, or may not be, related to the sexual challenges. I provide online counselling across Canada.
I am a certified Sex Addiction therapist. My primary area of work is directed to Sex and Pornography Addiction, Partner Betrayal Trauma, Intimacy and Attachment disorders, and the resulting complications from sexual compulsivity. I also practice EMDR trauma therapy to assist clients in processing traumatic events. Through the careful construction of an empathetic counselling relationship I am able to provide therapy for individuals, partners, and couples suffering the consequences of sex and pornography addiction as well as trauma that may, or may not be, related to the sexual challenges. I provide online counselling across Canada.
(249) 486-5781 View (249) 486-5781
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Michelle A. Fairbank
Pre-Licensed Professional, BSc, DTLI, RADT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Toronto, ON M4B  (Online Only)
Many of my clients come to me dealing with an awareness of the discomforts in their lives that often show up as a result of an over active mind. They have a desire to understand and work towards a more integrated and peaceful life. We often spent time understanding the patterns that link to current behaviours and then focus on how to shift those parts that no longer serve and work towards believing in their ability to navigate and stay centred through the ups and downs of life that are inevitable. My sessions often contain invitations towards mindfulness and somatic awareness in a mind body approach.
Many of my clients come to me dealing with an awareness of the discomforts in their lives that often show up as a result of an over active mind. They have a desire to understand and work towards a more integrated and peaceful life. We often spent time understanding the patterns that link to current behaviours and then focus on how to shift those parts that no longer serve and work towards believing in their ability to navigate and stay centred through the ups and downs of life that are inevitable. My sessions often contain invitations towards mindfulness and somatic awareness in a mind body approach.
(437) 747-7680 View (437) 747-7680
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Christina Rousseau
Pre-Licensed Professional
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Toronto, ON M5A
Hello! I'm Christina, a pre-licensed therapist living and working in Toronto. In my practice, I work with clients navigating challenges like anxiety, depression, or feeling stuck. Clients come to me seeking to understand their thoughts, feelings, and behaviours. Using a holistic and relational Gestalt therapy approach, we explore their lived experiences, working to address immediate concerns in the present while uncovering their underlying patterns of behaviour.
Hello! I'm Christina, a pre-licensed therapist living and working in Toronto. In my practice, I work with clients navigating challenges like anxiety, depression, or feeling stuck. Clients come to me seeking to understand their thoughts, feelings, and behaviours. Using a holistic and relational Gestalt therapy approach, we explore their lived experiences, working to address immediate concerns in the present while uncovering their underlying patterns of behaviour.
(647) 692-2683 View (647) 692-2683

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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.