Addiction Therapists in London, ON
Sarah B Montes
Drug & Alcohol Counsellor, CCAC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
London, ON N6B (Online Only)
If you, or your loved one is navigating addiction please reach out!.
As an Addiction/Recovery Counsellor and in active recovery, Sarah utilizes her personal and professional experiences to guide clients. Sarah’s varied background in youth, family, and addiction programming, provides the perfect foundation for Recovery Counselling. Sarah also offers family & friends coaching to provide support to those impacted by a loved ones addiction. Sarah understands addiction impacts the whole family and will provide a wholistic approach including psycho education and tools for communication, boundaries and self connection.
If you, or your loved one is navigating addiction please reach out!.
As an Addiction/Recovery Counsellor and in active recovery, Sarah utilizes her personal and professional experiences to guide clients. Sarah’s varied background in youth, family, and addiction programming, provides the perfect foundation for Recovery Counselling. Sarah also offers family & friends coaching to provide support to those impacted by a loved ones addiction. Sarah understands addiction impacts the whole family and will provide a wholistic approach including psycho education and tools for communication, boundaries and self connection.
When we meet, I have the background and training in trauma, addiction, psychodynamic psychotherapy, and other techniques to tailor our sessions to your needs, wherever you are right now, to support you in creating the life you want.
Everything that we do is a habit that developed based on our experiences in the past. From the moment we are born, we learn how to be in this world and how to be a person. When we are struggling or suffering, and some things are hard and challenging in our lives, whether it is anxiety, depression, trauma or addiction, or things we wish we could change, it’s because we've learned a way of being that is now a habit that can be hard to change. But we are whole, exactly as we are! The changes we make are in how we relate to the experiences and events in our lives and, most importantly, to ourselves.
When we meet, I have the background and training in trauma, addiction, psychodynamic psychotherapy, and other techniques to tailor our sessions to your needs, wherever you are right now, to support you in creating the life you want.
Everything that we do is a habit that developed based on our experiences in the past. From the moment we are born, we learn how to be in this world and how to be a person. When we are struggling or suffering, and some things are hard and challenging in our lives, whether it is anxiety, depression, trauma or addiction, or things we wish we could change, it’s because we've learned a way of being that is now a habit that can be hard to change. But we are whole, exactly as we are! The changes we make are in how we relate to the experiences and events in our lives and, most importantly, to ourselves.
Binczak Psychotherapy Services
Registered Psychotherapist, MACP, RP, CSAT, CCAC, CCS-AC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
London, ON N6B (Online Only)
Specializing in aiding medically released soldiers, police, and their families amid deployment challenges, I, as a certified sexual addictions therapist, comprehend societal nuances.
Are you seeking a supportive outlet to address childhood issues, navigate traumatic events, manage anger spells, and alleviate feelings of depression or anxiety? If so, I invite you to explore healthier alternatives than the temporary relief found in alcohol, shopping sprees, or excessive consumption of adult content. If you've found yourself preoccupied with non-medical drug use or starting your day with a sweet treat to trigger a rush of dopamine, it may be time to examine these patterns. Discover how to regain control over your thoughts and emotions, and explore the connection between your behaviours and past experiences.
Specializing in aiding medically released soldiers, police, and their families amid deployment challenges, I, as a certified sexual addictions therapist, comprehend societal nuances.
Are you seeking a supportive outlet to address childhood issues, navigate traumatic events, manage anger spells, and alleviate feelings of depression or anxiety? If so, I invite you to explore healthier alternatives than the temporary relief found in alcohol, shopping sprees, or excessive consumption of adult content. If you've found yourself preoccupied with non-medical drug use or starting your day with a sweet treat to trigger a rush of dopamine, it may be time to examine these patterns. Discover how to regain control over your thoughts and emotions, and explore the connection between your behaviours and past experiences.
Pamela Michienzi
Registered Psychotherapist, RP, OATR, BA, DipAT, CertAF
Verified Verified
London, ON N6B
I offer talk-based psychotherapy, art therapy and play-based therapy. I have extensive experience working in the addictions & mental health field with a focus on youth and young adults as well as support to families. I welcome all from diverse ethnicities, genders, orientations, life experiences, and occupations who are experiencing: depression, stress, anxiety, social isolation, PTSD & trauma, addiction, emotional and behavioural issues, separation/divorce issues, strengthening family relationships, and those who are looking to overcome barriers and make positive changes in their lives.
I offer talk-based psychotherapy, art therapy and play-based therapy. I have extensive experience working in the addictions & mental health field with a focus on youth and young adults as well as support to families. I welcome all from diverse ethnicities, genders, orientations, life experiences, and occupations who are experiencing: depression, stress, anxiety, social isolation, PTSD & trauma, addiction, emotional and behavioural issues, separation/divorce issues, strengthening family relationships, and those who are looking to overcome barriers and make positive changes in their lives.
Kelly Appleby Counselling and Psychotherapy
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
London, ON N6B
Waitlist for new clients
Life isn’t always easy. It can be hard, painful and even traumatic at times. Trauma and difficult life experiences can create challenges in many areas of life - it’s not uncommon to struggle with managing thoughts and emotions, relationships, and responsibilities. We do our best to lean on past ways of coping to help us through, and sometimes must acknowledge when more help is needed. Whether you struggle with emotional issues (anxiety, depression, PTSD, anger, low self-esteem), addiction, grief and loss, or relationship/family issues, I would welcome the opportunity to support your desire for authentic personal growth and healing.
Life isn’t always easy. It can be hard, painful and even traumatic at times. Trauma and difficult life experiences can create challenges in many areas of life - it’s not uncommon to struggle with managing thoughts and emotions, relationships, and responsibilities. We do our best to lean on past ways of coping to help us through, and sometimes must acknowledge when more help is needed. Whether you struggle with emotional issues (anxiety, depression, PTSD, anger, low self-esteem), addiction, grief and loss, or relationship/family issues, I would welcome the opportunity to support your desire for authentic personal growth and healing.
My clients find great comfort and satisfaction in my counseling because I bring invaluable lived experience with addiction, enabling me to truly empathize with their struggles and offer genuine insights for a more effective path to recovery.
If you are focused on recovery from drugs and alcohol and are confused about the processes of change or how to get started and then maintain it, then we should talk. I specialize in helping those that have difficulty with navigation of harm-reduction or the 12 step process by aiding in the creation of a long-term plan focused on the quality of life while not using psychoactive substances. If you are confused by the concept of addiction recovery please set up a free consultation to help you to understand what's next. Privacy and confidentiality are of the utmost importance to me and all of my clients.
My clients find great comfort and satisfaction in my counseling because I bring invaluable lived experience with addiction, enabling me to truly empathize with their struggles and offer genuine insights for a more effective path to recovery.
If you are focused on recovery from drugs and alcohol and are confused about the processes of change or how to get started and then maintain it, then we should talk. I specialize in helping those that have difficulty with navigation of harm-reduction or the 12 step process by aiding in the creation of a long-term plan focused on the quality of life while not using psychoactive substances. If you are confused by the concept of addiction recovery please set up a free consultation to help you to understand what's next. Privacy and confidentiality are of the utmost importance to me and all of my clients.
I support individuals, couple,s and families as they navigate the often turbulent recovery from addictions and mental health.
Are you a loved one struggling with substance use or addictions? Do you find yourself extremely anxious or depressed with no known cause? Are you looking for support for yourself or your loved one who may also have a trauma history? These challenges do not need to be faced alone. Within all of us is a great capacity to heal and recover. For all of the times you have tried to take on life's challenges alone, you are not alone and there is help to guide you through your struggles. Allow me to guide you through what life has thrown your way and take back control of your path. Recovery is possible for anyone.
I support individuals, couple,s and families as they navigate the often turbulent recovery from addictions and mental health.
Are you a loved one struggling with substance use or addictions? Do you find yourself extremely anxious or depressed with no known cause? Are you looking for support for yourself or your loved one who may also have a trauma history? These challenges do not need to be faced alone. Within all of us is a great capacity to heal and recover. For all of the times you have tried to take on life's challenges alone, you are not alone and there is help to guide you through your struggles. Allow me to guide you through what life has thrown your way and take back control of your path. Recovery is possible for anyone.
Megan Brooke Phillips
Registered Psychotherapist, RP, DAC, RSSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
London, ON N6A
Specializing in addictions, process disorders, trauma, PTSD, anxiety and depression, I provide CBT, DBT and Solution Focused Brief Interventions to support recovery and wholeness to each of my clients.
Struggling with Addiction? Living with Anxiety and/or Depression? The impacts are real and the compassionate and respectful support you need to recover and regain functionality is available now. Finding help for mental health challenges can be a challenge in it's own right. A strong therapist with a keen eye for details, I pride myself on my ability to mix education and therapy to ensure each client is empowered through their knowledge and an active participant in their healing. With an eclectic and dynamic approach to therapy, I will be with you every step of the way.
Specializing in addictions, process disorders, trauma, PTSD, anxiety and depression, I provide CBT, DBT and Solution Focused Brief Interventions to support recovery and wholeness to each of my clients.
Struggling with Addiction? Living with Anxiety and/or Depression? The impacts are real and the compassionate and respectful support you need to recover and regain functionality is available now. Finding help for mental health challenges can be a challenge in it's own right. A strong therapist with a keen eye for details, I pride myself on my ability to mix education and therapy to ensure each client is empowered through their knowledge and an active participant in their healing. With an eclectic and dynamic approach to therapy, I will be with you every step of the way.
First Step Men's Therapy (No Waitlist)
Registered Psychotherapist, BA, RP, ASAT, EMDR
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
London, ON N6P (Online Only)
Our specializations include: sexual addiction, gambling, grief, life transitions, divorce, trauma, PTSD, ADHD, anger management, alcohol use, sex therapy, anxiety, infidelity, depression, and men's issues.
Men - it doesn't have to be this way! Are you feeling disconnected to yourself, loved ones, or society? Do you question whether you are a good father, son, or partner? Do you feel angry, stuck, overwhelmed, powerless, guilty, or "not normal". Many men struggle with their mental health without seeking help or reaching out for support. Often, this struggle may lead to addiction, anxiety, depression, shame, suicidal ideation, poor relationships, grief, low self-esteem, or low self-worth. First Step Men's Therapy offers a safe, warm, and inviting space for men to heal, learn, and grow. Book a free 20-minute consultation with us today!
Our specializations include: sexual addiction, gambling, grief, life transitions, divorce, trauma, PTSD, ADHD, anger management, alcohol use, sex therapy, anxiety, infidelity, depression, and men's issues.
Men - it doesn't have to be this way! Are you feeling disconnected to yourself, loved ones, or society? Do you question whether you are a good father, son, or partner? Do you feel angry, stuck, overwhelmed, powerless, guilty, or "not normal". Many men struggle with their mental health without seeking help or reaching out for support. Often, this struggle may lead to addiction, anxiety, depression, shame, suicidal ideation, poor relationships, grief, low self-esteem, or low self-worth. First Step Men's Therapy offers a safe, warm, and inviting space for men to heal, learn, and grow. Book a free 20-minute consultation with us today!
I am a queer, Indigenous therapist and registered social worker offering online therapy that is queer affirming, anti-racist, sex positive, body neutral, feminist, and trauma informed. I embrace a warm sense of humour that can make therapy less intimidating. I integrate an awareness of mental health, addictions, and harm reduction strategies through lived experience into my practice. I work with youth and adults addressing a range of concerns including depression, anxiety, substance use disorders, and intergenerational trauma. I am experienced in providing affirming support to those who are exploring gender and/or sexuality.
I am a queer, Indigenous therapist and registered social worker offering online therapy that is queer affirming, anti-racist, sex positive, body neutral, feminist, and trauma informed. I embrace a warm sense of humour that can make therapy less intimidating. I integrate an awareness of mental health, addictions, and harm reduction strategies through lived experience into my practice. I work with youth and adults addressing a range of concerns including depression, anxiety, substance use disorders, and intergenerational trauma. I am experienced in providing affirming support to those who are exploring gender and/or sexuality.
Alexis Roddau
Registered Psychotherapist, RP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
London, ON N5V (Online Only)
Feeling like life's been throwing you curveballs lately? Wondering if there's a way to break free from the cycle of struggle and find your footing again? With over a decade of experience in addictions and mental health, Alexis is a seasoned guide through life's challenges. Holding an Honours Bachelor of Science in Psychology and Sociology, along with a Post-Graduate Diploma in Addictions and Mental Health, she's equipped with the knowledge and compassion to support you on your journey. Specializing in adults and transitional youth, Alexis understands the complexities of substance use and life's stressors.
Feeling like life's been throwing you curveballs lately? Wondering if there's a way to break free from the cycle of struggle and find your footing again? With over a decade of experience in addictions and mental health, Alexis is a seasoned guide through life's challenges. Holding an Honours Bachelor of Science in Psychology and Sociology, along with a Post-Graduate Diploma in Addictions and Mental Health, she's equipped with the knowledge and compassion to support you on your journey. Specializing in adults and transitional youth, Alexis understands the complexities of substance use and life's stressors.
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I have over 25 years of expertise working in the field of mental health and addiction. For 16 years I worked at the Centre for Addiction and Mental Health (CAMH) as a therapist and education specialist. I understand that dealing with difficult emotions and making changes can feel overwhelming at times. My passion is to help individuals learn lifelong skills that will allow them to navigate challenging situations, better understand and strengthen their mental health, and increase their resiliency and ability to thrive in their daily life.
I have over 25 years of expertise working in the field of mental health and addiction. For 16 years I worked at the Centre for Addiction and Mental Health (CAMH) as a therapist and education specialist. I understand that dealing with difficult emotions and making changes can feel overwhelming at times. My passion is to help individuals learn lifelong skills that will allow them to navigate challenging situations, better understand and strengthen their mental health, and increase their resiliency and ability to thrive in their daily life.
Please note: I refer new patients to our team of skilled and passionate therapists at Health Counselling and Therapy, based in Peterborough and Sarnia. I am not accepting new patients. - - - > I can help you reduce unwanted reactions, tendencies and patterns and move toward living and feeling how you really want. I am passionate about helping people heal from trauma and increase calm, health habits, stability and life satisfaction. I can help with: anxiety, depression, trauma, boundaries, addiction, health goals and complex medical concerns.
Please note: I refer new patients to our team of skilled and passionate therapists at Health Counselling and Therapy, based in Peterborough and Sarnia. I am not accepting new patients. - - - > I can help you reduce unwanted reactions, tendencies and patterns and move toward living and feeling how you really want. I am passionate about helping people heal from trauma and increase calm, health habits, stability and life satisfaction. I can help with: anxiety, depression, trauma, boundaries, addiction, health goals and complex medical concerns.
I am a certified EMDR Therapist and Consultant in Training and I am passionate about working with individuals, couples and families struggling with trauma, addictions, grief and loss, anxiety, depression, stress and burn out.
Many times we find ourselves "stuck in a rut" not knowing how to address our challenges. It looks like we are separated from our goals and we are not sure how to move forward. Seeing a psychotherapist is like the process of crossing the bridge to freedom from "here" to "where you want/need to be". In my practice, I use a holistic treatment approach consisting of: psychotherapy , lifestyle management strategies (sleep, nutrition, physical exercise), building support and at client's request spiritual/ faith-based practice(s).
I am a certified EMDR Therapist and Consultant in Training and I am passionate about working with individuals, couples and families struggling with trauma, addictions, grief and loss, anxiety, depression, stress and burn out.
Many times we find ourselves "stuck in a rut" not knowing how to address our challenges. It looks like we are separated from our goals and we are not sure how to move forward. Seeing a psychotherapist is like the process of crossing the bridge to freedom from "here" to "where you want/need to be". In my practice, I use a holistic treatment approach consisting of: psychotherapy , lifestyle management strategies (sleep, nutrition, physical exercise), building support and at client's request spiritual/ faith-based practice(s).
Cher Canonizado @ Kaleidoscope Counselling Collective🌈
Registered Social Worker, RSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
London, ON N6B (Online Only)
As a therapist at Kaleidoscope Counselling Collective, and a trained addiction counsellor, I'm passionate about supporting pre-teens, teens & adults with mental health, addictions & relationship issues, etc.
Hi, I’m Cher! Are you struggling with low self-esteem, mood, or substance use that affects your ability to be authentic & happy? Do you feel like you’re struggling in your relationships, due to communication issues, being gaslit, or abused? In these messed up & tumultuous times, we’re all struggling more than usual. Now more than ever, we’re feeling completely overwhelmed and anxious about how we're supposed to manage it all. It shouldn’t be so hard to live a life that feels good, and I truly believe that therapy can help you make things feel better!
As a therapist at Kaleidoscope Counselling Collective, and a trained addiction counsellor, I'm passionate about supporting pre-teens, teens & adults with mental health, addictions & relationship issues, etc.
Hi, I’m Cher! Are you struggling with low self-esteem, mood, or substance use that affects your ability to be authentic & happy? Do you feel like you’re struggling in your relationships, due to communication issues, being gaslit, or abused? In these messed up & tumultuous times, we’re all struggling more than usual. Now more than ever, we’re feeling completely overwhelmed and anxious about how we're supposed to manage it all. It shouldn’t be so hard to live a life that feels good, and I truly believe that therapy can help you make things feel better!
Everyone has worse days, and it is okay not to know what to do or how to make a change in your life. I am here to help you find the light when you feel stuck in darkness. Like a light post, I will help guide you with compassion, non-judgment, and care to a place where your pain is transformed into peace. I have been working with people in the most difficult times of their lives for 15 years. Whether you are struggling with depression, anxiety, your relationship, your sex life/ intimacy, peers/parents, your health, your body, trauma, substance or behavioral addictions, I am here to help you create change in the direction you want.
Everyone has worse days, and it is okay not to know what to do or how to make a change in your life. I am here to help you find the light when you feel stuck in darkness. Like a light post, I will help guide you with compassion, non-judgment, and care to a place where your pain is transformed into peace. I have been working with people in the most difficult times of their lives for 15 years. Whether you are struggling with depression, anxiety, your relationship, your sex life/ intimacy, peers/parents, your health, your body, trauma, substance or behavioral addictions, I am here to help you create change in the direction you want.
Therapy for Men | Matt King
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
London, ON N5V
My focus is on helping men with anxiety, depression and addiction issues.
Accepting New Clients! Are you struggling with anxiety, depression or addiction? If you feel out-of-control of your thoughts, or you're emotionally drowning, I'm here to help. With over 10 years experience in the mental health field, I am here to help you develop healthier thought, behaviour, and emotional patterns. You probably want to be free of the burden you feel, and I'm here to help.
My focus is on helping men with anxiety, depression and addiction issues.
Accepting New Clients! Are you struggling with anxiety, depression or addiction? If you feel out-of-control of your thoughts, or you're emotionally drowning, I'm here to help. With over 10 years experience in the mental health field, I am here to help you develop healthier thought, behaviour, and emotional patterns. You probably want to be free of the burden you feel, and I'm here to help.
Depression & Addiction Therapy - Amanda Sanichar
Registered Social Worker
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
London, ON N6K
I specialize in anxiety, depression, addiction, and relationship issues, offering personalized and compassionate support tailored to each client's unique challenges.
Accepting new clients! Do you find yourself dealing with anxiety, depression, addiction or relationship difficulties? Are you a young adult or someone going through a period of transition, seeking a path to growth and balance? If so, I offer a compassionate, personalized therapy experience tailored just for you. My practice is grounded in a deep understanding of Attachment Theory and employs various therapeutic methods. If you value empathy, expertise, and a therapy approach that resonates with your personal story and emotional landscape, then I'm here to help you. Are you ready to explore and overcome the issues you're facing?
I specialize in anxiety, depression, addiction, and relationship issues, offering personalized and compassionate support tailored to each client's unique challenges.
Accepting new clients! Do you find yourself dealing with anxiety, depression, addiction or relationship difficulties? Are you a young adult or someone going through a period of transition, seeking a path to growth and balance? If so, I offer a compassionate, personalized therapy experience tailored just for you. My practice is grounded in a deep understanding of Attachment Theory and employs various therapeutic methods. If you value empathy, expertise, and a therapy approach that resonates with your personal story and emotional landscape, then I'm here to help you. Are you ready to explore and overcome the issues you're facing?
New Life Counseling and Advocacy Services
Drug & Alcohol Counsellor, CAC, MSW, Ba HONS, MSc, RSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
London, ON N5V
I understand mental health and addictions, not just because of my training in social work but also due to further training and practice in medical biology and mental health.
I help clients with single and concurrent mental health and addictions disorders. I have worked in Ontario, Alberta and British Columbia as a clinician and therapist. I have also worked as a disability counselor, dealing with gerontological challenges. I work a lot with families, intervening in their presenting issues. I also counsel on education and career
I understand mental health and addictions, not just because of my training in social work but also due to further training and practice in medical biology and mental health.
I help clients with single and concurrent mental health and addictions disorders. I have worked in Ontario, Alberta and British Columbia as a clinician and therapist. I have also worked as a disability counselor, dealing with gerontological challenges. I work a lot with families, intervening in their presenting issues. I also counsel on education and career
In the past, I have struggled with anxiety, depression and addiction.
The world is changing, and we can all feel and see it. The value of taking care of our mental health is becoming increasingly important, as we become more aware of our past and as we step into our future together. You may be feeling anxious, depressed, confused, lost, or you may simply not know how to feel or what to feel. You may have difficulty communicating. You may be feeling good but just want to explore yourself or are curious to grow in unique and different ways. Maybe you are having relationship issues, or maybe you want to reconnect to spirituality. These are all wonderful reasons to talk to a counsellor.
In the past, I have struggled with anxiety, depression and addiction.
The world is changing, and we can all feel and see it. The value of taking care of our mental health is becoming increasingly important, as we become more aware of our past and as we step into our future together. You may be feeling anxious, depressed, confused, lost, or you may simply not know how to feel or what to feel. You may have difficulty communicating. You may be feeling good but just want to explore yourself or are curious to grow in unique and different ways. Maybe you are having relationship issues, or maybe you want to reconnect to spirituality. These are all wonderful reasons to talk to a counsellor.
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What is the best therapy for addiction?
Addiction treatment will be tailored to the individual. People seeking help for addiction—whether with a psychotherapist, in an outpatient clinic, or in a residential program—should expect to engage in multiple types of treatments, sometimes including medication. For anyone recovering from addiction, avoiding situations in which one has typically used a substance is essential, as is the support of close connections. Since substance use disorders tend to co-occur with underlying mental health conditions such as anxiety or depression, those must also be addressed as part of any recovery plan.
How long does therapy for addiction take?
There is no set timeline for recovery from addiction. Patients and their families should expect the work to last several months, if not longer. Residential treatment programs may be based on a stay of 30, 60, or 90 days, with continuing work after release, but only about 1 percent of people are treated in such facilities. Ceasing use is just the first step; therapy to help maintain abstinence and effect behavior change must follow. The process of recovery, neuroscience has shown, involves brain cells recovering the capacity to respond to natural sources of reward and restore control over the impulse to use. Another definition of recovery is restoring voluntary control over one’s substance use and retaking all of one’s previous responsibilities.
How effective is drug addiction treatment?
Substance use disorders are treatable and remission is achievable for many who seek recovery; by some estimates, more than three-quarters of people who become addicted to alcohol or drugs recover. But that success rarely occurs quickly or on a set timeline; relapse is not only common, but many therapists and clinicians view it as a normal part of the process—not always a sign that a person has returned to addiction, but a signal that their treatment should be adjusted to help them regain control. Overall, research suggests, five years after the end of substance use, one’s risk of relapse is no greater than that of others who had not faced addiction. Other experts believe that complete abstinence is not the only measure of recovery, and that, through effective treatment, many people can learn to control their use.
How can you get addiction treatment for someone?
The most important factor in recovery from addiction is widely understood to be an individual’s commitment to change. For that reason,“interventions” in which friends and family gather to urge or force someone to begin immediate treatment often backfire; even when such efforts do lead someone to begin treatment, they may be less likely to stay than those who are self-driven. Still, family members can play an important role in supporting an individual who seeks help and can take part in family therapy as one element of a loved one’s treatment.