Addiction Therapists in Fergus, ON.

We view addictions compassionately, as a symptom of unresolved emotional pain or trauma, and offer an alternative to traditional AA/12-step models. Our therapists can support you in the journey towards processing and healing the underlying hurts that are resulting in addictions as a coping strategy. Together, we can build the emotional regulation, distress tolerance and impulse management skills on the inside that can reduce the reliance on addictions on the outside, so that pain isn't so overwhelming. We are trauma-focused and can help you navigate the complex interplay of shame, triggers, anxiety, secrecy, codependency, body sensations, relationship dynamics and relapse patterns.

Addictions are a form of self-medication or self-soothing. When we are stressed or upset about something, we just want to 'feel good.' Addictions are the result of relying for too long on some substance or behavior that 'feels good' - and then turns into a pattern of behavior, or an addiction. The process of therapy for addictions, whether substances, internet porn or other problem behavior that has become an addiction, involves becoming aware of of the 'dis-ease' that resulted in the development of the addiction, and addressing that through your counseling.

Addiction brings pain and chaos individuals, couples and families. I see addictions as poor and destructive coping mechanisms and work with individuals and couples to interrupt the behavior and work to process the pain underlying the behavior. I am very familiar with 12 step programs and CSAT work that help individuals and couples make sense out of the addiction. I also work within a complementary framework of attachment and the importance of strong close inter-dependent, not co-dependent relationships with the most important people in one's life, family. Call me for a consult about your particular needs and situation.

Addicitons can sneak up on you. I have been working with those who have struggled with them for over 25 years. Some individuals need to reduce thier use to lower limits and others need to find a way to quit and even others need to find a way to stay quit. Whether you are looking for abstinence or lower limtis, we can help you find the strategies to help you with your goal. Families are also affected so, you as a family member are warmly invited to call. This journey affects all. Join us.

I am able to help with substance, alcohol & process addictions such as shopping, gambling, sex, porn and so on. The benefit to working with me is that I am a recovering addict of 10 years, so I understand how hard it is to ask for help and to try and change. I also understand the complex layers of addiction and the battle to stay clear of it. And I most definitely understand the guilt and shame associated when we are engaged in our addiction and what it does to the people that love us the most. I have years of experience with addictions and mental health issues. I believe in both abstinence and harm reduction as an approach to addictions. Call for a FREE 30 minute consultation today.

Using a behavioural and non-judgemental approach to addictions, we will examine ways to use harm-reduction techniques to explore and alleviate the challenges with addictions. These addictions can include obsessions, internet and pornography, sex, food, substance use, and others. We will map out the extent of the addiction as part of your life systems. We will explore the emotional experience underneath the addiction that motivates one towards disruptive habits as well as change underlying beliefs about self, others and the world.

There are many types of Addiction. When addiction habit has become 'the boss' in your life and you want to take control back, I can help. I support people at all stages of change with addictions, including support for those in Recovery. Whether you are at the stage where you are starting to think about making a change with your habits or you are sure you must change in order to live the healthy and happy life you want, I can be your guide from where you are at.