Substance Use Therapists in Saskatoon, SK

Sometimes feelings of hopelessness, anxiousness, fears, frustrations, depression and grief can overwhelm or paralyze us. We may feel rage or lost, numb, or even that currently life may not feel like worth living. I understand and am here to help you find clarity, to uncover root causes of the issues, to encourage, listen and work with you to formulate an action plan that will get your where you want to go, and how you want to feel. For more information or to find out if this is the right fit for you, please book your free 15 minute consult today!

And with the breath of life comes the journey. A path sometimes dotted with pain and struggle. Do you want to emerge from a life of shame, loss, pain, rejection, and fear? Whether you are facing relationship difficulties, anxiety, depression, stress, grief, trauma, or other life challenges, there is always hope and healing. Wherever you land in your transformation, I will help you in a non-judging, compassionate, empathic, client-centered space that offers hope in the midst of your darkness. I welcome you to a safe space that cultivates healing and wholeness.

My goal is to help my clients feel more like themselves again, and to help lessen the influence of the problems that bring them to therapy. I have a particular interest in the areas of trauma, PTSD, sexual abuse, disordered eating and body image concerns, domestic violence, women's health, chronic pain and chronic health issues (ie. migraines, fibromyalgia, chronic fatigue), depression, anxiety, coping with stress, grief and loss, and adoption. I provide goal directed treatment, and I strive to be collaborative and resilience focused with clients. My current clinical focus is with adults and older teens (16+). I am LGBTQ friendly.

Are you in a place where you are feeling overwhelmed and wanting to begin prioritizing your mental health, but not sure where to start? If you are wanting to start your counselling journey with virtual counselling we are here to help! Virtual Connect is an online group practice with multiple clinicians who each specialize in different areas. This means that no matter what brings you into counselling, we will find someone who best fits your unique needs. Reach out to discuss your ideal fit for counselling.

Embark on a transformative journey to emotional well-being with me. I specialize in supporting adults and older youth through trauma, emotional overwhelm, and substance-related challenges. Whether you're dealing with depression, anxiety, or other struggles, I provide a safe space and proven strategies for positive change. Convenient Saturday sessions and the option for home/office visits ensure accessibility and comfort. If you envision a life of ease and resilience, let's connect to unlock your path to empowerment. Together, we'll navigate challenges and cultivate a more fulfilling life.

For the last 10 years, I have been a front line worker supporting individuals struggling with Mental Health and Addictions (concurrent disorders, family & addiction, mental health: bipolar, anxiety, depression, self-esteem), grief & loss, stress . I enjoy utilizing humor as part of my practice, along side a variety of modalities suited to each clients unique individual needs. I strive for a non judgmental, empathetic approach to therapy, with a large portion of my knowledge coming from not only education, but personal lived experiences.

Your grief is welcome here. Death of Spouse. Family Member Loss. Anticipatory Loss. Traumatic Loss. Complicated Grief. Divorce. You may feel lost and alone right now. Your world is shattered. Grief is lonely, intense, and scary. I can help you expand your capacity to hold this sorrow and regain your balance. You can move forward from simply surviving to thriving. I will remind you of your strengths, as you find meaning and your true identity. You already know your life will never be the same because of this loss. Yet, you can gather the pieces to carry your loss forward with love and peace.

Welcome! I’m Jen. I’m a registered social worker and have been for the past 17 years. If you've landed on my page, chances are you are seeking some extra support. Life can be overwhelming, leaving us feeling stressed, anxious, and disconnected in our relationships. I believe everyone has the capacity to make changes in their life. I am committed to creating a safe, inclusive space where all parts of your story are welcomed. Together we will explore your thoughts, feelings, and experiences. We will work collaboratively to identify the problem and figure out the best strategies to help you live the life you prefer.

I am grateful to work alongside you to feel heard, seen, and to understand where you are with your journey. I believe we all have strengths and gifts to discover purpose and to create change. I cultivate a holistic approach to meet your personal needs by providing an empathetic, non-judgmental, and safe space so you can share anything on your mind. I will work collaboratively with you to ensure you receive what you need from our sessions.

Shelley Ugyan, RRC, is an acclaimed author, speaker and has over 15 years experience in mental and holistic health. Her evidence based tools including Cognitive Behavioural reconditioning as well as psychodynamic, relational and hypnosis approaches set you on a path to direct healing, starting immediately after the first 90 minute session. Her approach is genuine, empowering and powerful. Healing is probable, and happens as a result of conscious daily actions and unconscious dynamics that shift as a result of this process. Shelley loves to work with individuals who are ready and willing to change their thinking to heal for life.

I have experience working with the following: Depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, personality disorders, OCD, ADD/ADHD, suicidal ideation, self-harm, addiction, trauma/PTSD, loss/grief/bereavement. I support my client's while they process out their trauma and help them to learn coping for their mental health struggles. I use a holistic approach and incorporate the four quadrants of health: Mental, emotional, physical and spiritual. Being mindful of each client's individual and unique needs. I am approved as a mental health counsellor for both NIHB as well as Victim's Services.

I am a Mental Health Therapist for Ahtahkakoop and Beardy's & Okemasis Cree Nations. Clients with a treaty numbers get free counselling, I direct bill to NIHB. During my work experience with Indigenous clients, I understand the struggles facing Indigenous Peoples (i.e., Residential School Trauma, Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women, etc.). Working closely with people who experienced grief/loss, anxiety/depression, addictions and mental illness, I promote the importance of Elders, Culture, Language, Traditional Teachings, and Ceremonies for a positive healing journey for mental wellbeing.

Welcome! Thanks for visiting my profile. I am a passionate Registered Social Worker who cares deeply about social issues and the impact they have on vulnerable populations, such as children, immigrants/refugees, women, BIPOC, LGBTQ2S+, those in poverty, and those incarcerated.

Shelley Ugyan, RRC, is an acclaimed author, speaker and has over 15 years experience in mental and holistic health. Her evidence based tools including Cognitive Behavioural reconditioning as well as psychodynamic, relational and hypnosis approaches set you on a path to direct healing, starting immediately after the first 90 minute session. Her approach is genuine, empowering and powerful. Healing is probable, and happens as a result of conscious daily actions and unconscious dynamics that shift as a result of this process. Shelley loves to work with individuals who are ready and willing to change their thinking to heal for life.

My passion for empowering individuals 12 and older stems from my own journey of navigating mental health challenges during adolescence. This experience fuels my commitment to helping others not only improve their mental well-being but also thrive in all aspects of their lives. Whether you're struggling with mood disorders, substance abuse, motivation, or the pressures of relationships, family, athletics, or life itself, I can offer a safe and supportive space to explore your challenges and work towards positive change.

Feel like you are living your life on auto-pilot? Tired of juggling life's problems and feeling stressed? Self-doubt holding you hostage? I will work with you to help gain control over your life and empower your self-confidence to create a life worth living to its fullest. As a result of working with me, clients have gained clarity, improved relationships, became sober, increased communication and created a life they were meant to have. They became HAPPY! I work with clients in ways that build on their strengths and potentials and I challenge them to take their life to the next level.

Hi, my name is Vanessa and I consider myself a strength-based, trauma-informed care, talk, and EMDR trained therapist. I believe in the Two-eyed Seeing Method, combining both Western and Indigenous ways of knowing. When I first meet with someone, I believe in having conversations and letting them lead the way as they know themselves better than I do. So please, come, sit, and let’s start a conversation.

If you are feeling overwhelmed or like you are ready to make a change but you don’t know where to start…I want you to know that there is hope. I am here to hold space for you to encourage deep healing and growth. I know that vibrant health is possible when we provide ourselves a solid foundation, and I am here to help you start this process today. My approach to therapy is holistic in nature. I understand that in order to truly heal and thrive we must take care of not only our mental/emotional health, but our physical, and spiritual health as well. Everything is connected!

What keeps us feeling like we are in limbo/stuck? Unresolved issues and traumas can keep us feeling and/or thinking that we are not progressing as we'd like, resulting in many feelings of being overwhelmed, burned out, and experiencing physical/emotional pains. Over 18 years of clinical experience, I can help you to discover and identify the core issues/patterns/beliefs, while inspiring hope and courage while you walk a more integrated path living life with more joy and abundance; with feelings of rejuvenation and release; and with an expanded self-awareness, emotional balance, and clearer thinking.

I describe myself as a transformational therapist not because it is trendy but because my approach is centred on transformation. Each of us has an internal drive towards healing; we seek to be better than "fine." We all experienced trauma in one form or another, no parent who has ever lived could meet every need we had as children. We all have parts of ourselves that we have cut off, disowned, or devalued. In therapy, we work together to construct a new experience, allowing you to reclaim who you truly are.

Many of my clients have experienced panic attacks, obsessive worry, anger, depression, low self esteem - that have been brought on or worsened by relationship difficulties and negative - even traumatic experiences. Life can be very hard - when feeling hurt, scared, or humiliated, our impulse is to withdraw from others, fight back, or pretend everything is okay. My clients have often found themselves stuck in these defensive modes. If you hope for change and are willing to reach out, please don't hesitate .... you are worth it!

"The journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step. " - Lao Tzu - If you are experiencing life stressors, pain from past-trauma, relationship difficulties, grief, mental health challenges such as anxiety or depression and just need a safe space to process emotions, I am here for you. Together we will navigate the path to health and healing. Regardless of where you are or where you've been, evidence-based practices and a personalized treatment plan will get you where you want to go. Together we will build hope and calm in an uncertain world.

I provide psychological services to adults and primarily utilizing Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT). DBT is meant to help you build a life worth living by moving away from ineffective choices and engaging in more effective behaviours instead. I can help make sense of where behaviours and thoughts come from and how to make changes going forward. I offer therapy for personality disorders, addictions, eating disorders, and mood disorders. I am currently accepting clients in person starting mid-March. Please email me.

I enjoy meeting and working with individuals seeking solutions to life’s challenges. I continue to be amazed by the resilience of people I’ve met, and how my life has been enriched by this therapeutic exchange. Through dialogue and our collaborative work together, we will find solutions to alleviate disharmony you are currently facing in your life. I invite you to be curious, and discover more about yourself, while attempting new skills in a safe, welcoming space. I’m happy to listen to whatever you would like to share and together forge new paths, celebrate aha moments and alleviate distressing symptoms.