Addiction & Substance Use Counselling in St. Thomas
Addiction & Substance Use Counselling in St. Thomas
Addiction is rarely just about the substance or behaviour itself. Often, it develops as a way of coping with stress, trauma, anxiety, depression, difficult emotions, or overwhelming life circumstances.
Whether you're questioning your relationship with alcohol or drugs, struggling with gambling or other compulsive behaviours, or supporting a loved one through addiction, therapy provides a safe and non-judgmental space to better understand what's happening and explore meaningful, lasting change.
Recovery isn't about perfection—it's about understanding yourself, building healthier coping strategies, and creating a life that aligns with your values.
Alcohol use
Cannabis use
Prescription medication concerns
Substance use recovery
Gambling and behavioural addictions
Relapse prevention
Trauma and addiction
Family and relationship impacts
Anxiety and depression related to substance use
Build healthy coping strategies
As a Registered Nurse Psychotherapist with experience in mental health and addictions, I understand the complexity of addiction and the courage it takes to seek support.
My approach is compassionate, collaborative, and individualized. Whether your goal is reducing harm, exploring your relationship with substances, achieving recovery, or supporting a loved one, we'll work together to develop practical strategies that fit your goals and circumstances.
To help you better understand your relationship with substances or addictive behaviours, build on your strengths, and develop healthier coping strategies that support meaningful, lasting change.
Begin Your Journey to Wellness
In-person therapy in St. Thomas and virtual sessions across Ontario