Addiction Therapists in Logan Lake, BC.

Ferne uses what model fits the client with their addiction. There is the harm reduction approach and disease model. She will help develop a treatment plan that address relapse, relapse prevention, support, triggers to your addiction. She will help you replace the addictive coping skills with healthy coping skills. She can also help you find out if you have an addiction. Family of origin issues are also addressed.

I have extensive experience helping others overcome an addiction, understand and cope with anxiety and depression I believe the client/ counsellor rapport is important when seeking help. It will establish a healthy relationship in which a person will get the best care. I will provide my clients with the necessary skills, knowledge, and opportunities to become responsible citizens.

I am adept at support clients in finding the root of their addiction whether it be trauma or challenges with emotional regulation. Addictive behaviour always makes sense. Unfortunately, there is still so much shame, judgement and misunderstanding when it comes to addiction. I will help you make sense of your addictive behaviour and achieve freedom.

Addictions counselling at Teo Counselling focuses on understanding the underlying emotional, psychological, and environmental factors that contribute to substance use or addictive behaviours. We take a compassionate, non-judgmental, and evidence-based approach that supports clients in building awareness of triggers, strengthening coping strategies, and developing healthier patterns of regulation and decision-making. Clients often benefit from improved self-control, reduced reliance on substances or compulsive behaviours, and greater emotional stability. Our work also emphasizes relapse prevention, rebuilding self-efficacy, and fostering long-term recovery goals.

“It was a long and heavy day and I just need to break the edge.” “I communicate better after few drinks” “I can’t fall asleep if I don’t have my…” When a substance becomes a “priority”, or becomes overused, it begins to creep into and destroy an individual’s health, family, relationship and even work. The question becomes "Do I have control over it or does it have control over me?". Often substances are used as coping mechanism without realizing that it often creates even more anxiety and depression, leaving a person feeling more stress and low down the road. Feeling anxious without a "quick fix" or a “temporary Band-Aid” is a strong indicator that a person is or has lost control with the desired substance. In counselling, we work to support...(view profile to read more)

I provide specialized support for individuals in recovering from addiction, recognizing that true healing extends far beyond abstinence. We'll address the underlying trauma, emotional patterns, and nervous system dysregulation that may have contributed to addictive behaviours, while strengthening your connection to your innate resources for healing. Using a trauma-informed approach, I help you develop sustainable self-regulation skills, process unresolved emotional material and cultivate a deeper relationship with yourself based on self-compassion.

Addiction is often about more than the substance or behaviour itself. It can become a way of coping with stress, emotional pain, disconnection, or experiences that feel difficult to manage. In counselling, we explore what may be driving the pattern beneath the surface, without judgment or shame. Together, we'll build greater self-awareness, identify healthier ways to respond to challenges, and strengthen your ability to make choices that align with the life you want to create. The goal is not just reducing harmful behaviours, but developing a more connected and sustainable relationship with yourself.

Addiction counselling with me involves taking the time to unpack the dynamics that contribute to coping through addiction. With me you can expect a non-judgmental space, and to move at a pace you are comfortable with. Together we will take a compassionate and curious approach, locating strengths and supports and practicing mindfulness to grow in a sense of agency in decision making.

Feeling trapped in a cycle of addiction? Are you using to escape reality? Do you feel like you can't function without your addictive crutches? Do you struggle to control your cravings, and your loved ones are worried? If any of any of this sounds familiar, counselling can help. Let's work together to break free from the chains of addiction and regain control of your life. Imagine building stronger relationships with family and friends, living a healthier life, and finding emotional balance and inner peace. Take the first step towards a brighter future today. Book your free 15-minute consultation now.

As a Trauma Counsellor, I am available to provide counselling support that will help you explore and discover the areas in your life that led to your addiction. I can also support you as you take the steps to protect and rebuild those relationships that were damaged as a result of your addiction. I use cognitive behaviour therapy as well as expressive art therapy in a very individualized plan toward reaching your goal of a healthier, more fulfilling life.

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My approach to addictions counseling is holistic, nonjudgmental, and trauma-informed, recognizing that substance use or behavioral addictions often serve as coping mechanisms for deeper emotional pain, trauma, or unmet needs. I work collaboratively with clients to explore the root causes of their addiction while developing healthier strategies for coping and self-regulation. Clients benefit from a supportive therapeutic relationship that fosters self-awareness, accountability, and long-term healing.

The question is not "why the addiction but why the pain" - Gabor Mate. Addiction is rooted in human suffering and complex social problems. Drawing on the work of Gabor Mate, Narrative Therapy, Systemic Family Therapy, and Response-Based practice, I will begin to address the pain and suffering experienced by individuals and families. We will also exploring the social context the contributes to an addiction culture. One of the goals is to start to separate the person from the addiction. Each individual is so much more than the addiction they experience.