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This form helps you find a counsellor that meets your needs. Here's how to use it:
Virtual/In-Person
- Virtual: Select this option if you're looking for online counselling sessions. Virtual counselling is available across the province, so you can choose a counsellor from any city in British Columbia
- In-Person: Select this if you want face-to-face sessions. You'll need to choose a city where the counsellor is located.
Area of Practice
Pick the main focus of the counselling you're seeking (e.g., anxiety, relationships).
City
- If you're looking for in-person counselling, select the city where you'd like to meet your counsellor
- If you're looking for virtual counselling, you can still select a specific city if you prefer working with a counsellor from that area, or leave it blank to see options form all cities in BC.
Approach Used
Choose the counselling style or method you're comfortable with (e.g., CBT, mindfulness).
Find Addictions - Including Substances Counselling Psychologists, Therapists, Counsellors in British Columbia
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Every person is different. As are their needs in counselling. I approach my work with each client through an eclectic, trauma-informed lens to ensure the best fit for each individual and their needs. We will work…
Hello, I work predominantly online with people living all over BC. I am only available in my office on the boundary of Burnaby and Vancouver 1 or 2 days a month. Most people work with me on a confidential video platform…
The decision to go for counselling often arises in the face of crisis and overwhelm. It can also come about because we are tired of dragging our issues along with us through days, weeks, months and even years. My goal as…
Hello! I'm Clement, bringing over 20 years of experience in the helping professions. My early work as an acupressure bodyworker, harm reduction advocate, and housing outreach support worker has profoundly shaped my…
I am a Dance-movement and Drama Therapist, BC Clinical Counsellor and Spiritual Director with an MA in Somatic Psychology. I bring over thirty-five years of experience to my work with individuals, groups, adolescents and…
I approach counselling with a warm, grounded presence and a strong commitment to social justice and anti-oppressive practice. I honour the diversity, uniqueness, and individuality of each person I work with. With a deep…
Welcome! Whether you’re dealing with relationship difficulties, a constant feeling of anxiety or overwhelm, struggling with self-worth or people-pleasing, wanting to heal trauma, or aren’t sure what the problem even is…
Welcome, and thank you for visiting my profile. To describe my counselling approach succinctly, I would say I place a strong emphasis on the working alliance. I prioritize active listening and keep your immediate needs…
I’m glad you’re visiting my page. Finding the right fit with a counsellor is important for getting what you need from counselling. I am an Individual and Couples Therapist who works with teens and adults. I offer both in…
If you are feeling overwhelmed or stuck, you are not alone. Life can be difficult to navigate, and sometimes, we need a little extra support. Maybe you are struggling with anxiety, self-doubt, ADHD/ADD, addiction, trauma…
Your current circumstances don't dictate where you'll end up. They serve as a starting point for change. We all have the potential to move forward, sometimes having support is the key to getting there. My counselling…
Brenna King has a Masters degree and is a registered member of the British Columbia Association of Clinical Counsellors. She offers her private practice in North Vancouver (Lonsdale and 20th). She also provides…
Are you struggling with high stress, anxiety, depression, substance use, relationship difficulties, low self-esteem, or trauma and PTSD? Would you like to ease your emotional pain by gaining tools to self-regulate and…
Do you dream of feeling more confidence, joy and peace in your life? Do you feel stuck in old stories and patterns? Are you just plain tired of feeling this way? No matter what you have gone through in your life or how…
I am a Canadian Certified Counsellor with good standing. I have over 15 years of counselling experience. I completed my master's degree in counselling psychology at the University of British Columbia. I have extensive…
You have important work to do in therapy, so a good fit is essential! I come to this meaningful work through my own emotional challenges. I know how it feels to be lost, depressed, anxious and in need of support as I…
Choosing a counsellor is a very personal decision. Below please find some information to help you make the choice that is right for you. What is my philosophy of counselling and how can I help you? I believe we all have…
Hi, I’m Meghan - a Registered Clinical Counsellor (RCC). I believe that counselling is a collaborative undertaking focused on empowering individuals to make the best choices for themselves to find their best wellbeing. I…
People come to therapy for a variety of reasons, but ultimately there is something you are experiencing in your life that is causing you pain and suffering that you want to address. We all experience pain that stems from…
As a counsellor, Rosanne offers therapy to the lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT) community in Greater Vancouver and Burnaby. She understands how important it is for these populations to have a therapist who…
I am a Registered Clinical Counsellor and have been working in the mental health and substance abuse sector for over 14 years. I work with clients with a wide variety of psychological, health and life problems including…
Do your emotions overwhelm you or keep you stuck in patterns that aren't serving you? Do you feel like you are failing and not reaching your potential? Maybe anxiety is ruling your life. I know what it is like to be…
He completed his Masters in Counselling Psychology with Yorkville University and completed his Bachelor of Arts in Psychology at Guelph University.Brier is an open, patient, curious person who can help you explore your…
Counselling is a deeply personal experience. A therapy relationship is built on a foundation of trust and trust is built over time as we gain knowledge and experience of another person. With 25 years of experience…
I specialize in the treatment of Anxiety, Depression, OCD, Grief and Loss, Addiction and Men’s Issues. My approach is a blend of CBT, mindfulness and psychodynamic approaches. Here are some common reasons for coming to…
Dr. Browning has been a registered psychologist in the Vancouver area since 1980. He has worked extensively in the areas of mental health, family violence, addictions, men's issues, trauma recovery and employee…
If you’re struggling with addictions—whether it’s alcohol, drug use, or other self-destructive patterns like compulsive overeating—or if you’re carrying the weight of trauma, depression, or anxiety, I’m here to help. I’m…
If you are a person that has been facing a significant life challenge, a major life transition, or a change in how you thought life would look like, seeking support can be a daunting place to start. I support those who…
Janice has had a private practice for 25 years, twenty of those in Nanaimo.Her office location provides comfort, confidentiality and convenience. Herschedule is structured to meet the needs of clients. Janice believes…
I am a Registered Clinical Counsellor, and a Certified Group Therapist. I received my B.A. in Psychology from Concordia University, Montreal (1980) and my M.A. in Counselling Psychology from the Adler School of…
Addictions - Including Substances Counsellors
While some people can use prescription or recreational drugs with no negative effects, many others become addicted and face dramatic health and lifestyle problems as a result. Substance addictions negatively affect relationships, home, school or work, leaving the person feeling ashamed, helpless and isolated.
Physical symptoms of substance abuse and addiction are varied depending on the drug of choice, but the symptoms of the addiction itself are similar. People who are addicted to substances may neglect their responsibilities, take potentially dangerous risks and get into trouble with the law. As their drug use spirals out of control, they will lose interest in activities that used to be enjoyable and continue to take drugs despite knowing the harm it causes.
Substance addicts tend to build up a tolerance to their drug of choice, and get angry when they can't get more of it. Withdrawal symptoms are highly probable when an addict goes without it for too long. Depression, nausea, insomnia, sweating, restlessness, anxiety and shaking are all common withdrawal symptoms.
Psychotherapy can help you to overcome substance addiction by focusing on correcting maladaptive behaviors. Substance abuse is usually a coping mechanism against emotionally overwhelming past events or memories. Substances are often used to provide instant gratification instead of facing certain issues.
Therapists are equipped to help clients deal with addiction recovery through empowerment and helping them set simple short term targets. The first target is sobriety, followed by empowering the client with adaptive skills and finding new coping strategies that deal with the issues that caused the addiction. Substance addiction can be ended, allowing the person to live a healthy, productive life.
If you need a counsellor or psychologist to help you address the effects of substance addiction, you can search the directory below to find a professional with the approach best suited to your situation.