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Jennifer Scott, MA, ADTR, RCC

Jennifer Scott, MA, ADTR, RCC, is a Registered Clinical Counsellor, with more than 20 years as a social worker, educator, and counsellor in a variety of settings including psychiatric, medical, and drug and alcohol rehabilitation hospitals, community-based treatment centers, residential care facilities, and schools. She presently has a private practice with offices in West Vancouver serving throughout West and North Vancouver, Vancouver, Burnaby, Bowen Island, and Squamish.

Jennifer received her Bachelor of Fine Arts from the University of British Columbia in Vancouver, her Bachelor of Social Work from McGill University in Montreal, and her Master of Arts in Dance/Movement Therapy and Counselling Psychology from Antioch New England Graduate School in Keene, New Hampshire.

Jennifer is skilled in helping people transform major life challenges into opportunities for change, growth, and connection offering treatment aftercare and outpatient counselling and psychotherapy for adults, youth, the elderly and groups.

Mind-Body Counselling and Psychotherapy

Cognitive-Behavioural and Mind-body Counselling and Psychotherapy Services include, but are not limited to, such key areas as:
• Addictions
• Stress
• Depression
• Anxiety
• Sleep problems
• Grief and Loss
• Trauma & PTSD
• Abuse and Rape
• Relationship issues
• Caregiver stress
• Eldercare and Women's issues
• Chronic Fatigue/Fibromyalgia

Using a variety of theories and approaches, Jennifer helps her clients access their own (often hidden) resources to promote healing and transformation in their journey towards wholeness, authenticity, genuine positive relationships, and a deepening connection to self, nature, spirit, and community.

Jennifer is a member of the British Columbia Association of Clinical Counsellors and the American Dance Therapy Association, and a founding member of Movement Matters Association.

Call for a free consultation:
604-926-5304

"We Care"
Mission Statement:
Burnaby Counselling Group is a charitable non-profit society serving God both within the church and the larger community by providing spiritually sensitive and psychologically skillful counseling, training and teaching, in order to strengthen relationships and foster emotional, mental and spiritual maturity. We have dedicated, qualified therapists with more than a hundred years of combined experience. We offer professional and pastoral counseling for individuals, couples, families and groups from all walks of life.

Counselling & Interventions!

Kathleen Landry and Associates is an organization that helps individuals and families deal with difficult life issues and anxieties.
Kathleen Landry MCS RCC, the founder of the center, has over twenty five years of counselling experience working with individuals and couples in groups and the workplace. She specializes in addiction recovery for individuals and their families. She is a Mastered Degreed psychotherapist from UBC and Is a British Columbia Registered Clinical counselor.
Kathleen’s experience encompasses over 70,000 clinical hours and over 3,000 clients. She has also performed over 150 successful family and workplace addiction interventions.

Primary areas of service
  • ADDICTION INTERVENTION, TREATMENT AND RECOVERY
  • ADDICTION TREATMENT AFTERCARE
  • ADDICTION FAMILY COUNSELLING AND AFTERCARE
  • ADDICTION TREATMENT CENTERS AND RECOVERY HOUSES
  • MARRIAGE & FAMILY COUNSELLING
  • SPIRTUAL FOUNDATION & DIRECTION
  • RETREATS & WORKSHOPS
Interventions for Destructive Behaviours:
  • ALCOHOL & DRUG SUBSTANCE ABUSE
  • INAPROPRIATE SEXUAL BEHAVIOURS
  • EATING DISORDERS
  • GAMBLING PROBLEMS

Kathleen’s education includes:

UBC School of Social Work, Pacific Coast Family Therapy, Adlerian Psychology Association, UBC Regent College (M.C.S.) and Georgetown University Family Center (Post Grad studies).

Therapeutic approaches:

Kathleen incorporates a number of different therapeutic approaches, including Bowen Family Systems theory, Neurofeedback, Enlisten sound therapy, 12-step facilitation and spiritual direction. Combined with her kind and compassionate approach, Kathleen is often able to reach people that have been unsuccessful with other approaches.

At Kathleen Landry and Associates, an intervention is the loving process into a troubled person's life to help motivate them to change and seek help. It is a process that begins long before the troubled person is even spoken to and continues long after the person seeks help. It involves the caring support of the troubled person's closest friends, family and business associates. It is a process that brings the person's "bottom up" rather than waiting for the person to "sink to the bottom"

You can reach Kathleen at:
Phone: 604-924-0042

 

Healing through willingness,
willpower, spirituality & support

Dr. Sam Reimer, Ph.D., R.C.C.

Dr. Reimer founded and developed Restoration Counselling Services while employed by the Kelowna Salvation Army in 1993. Sam counsels people in a wholistic, eclectic, pragmatic manner using spiritual principles (Christian) with a variety of issues including abuse, addictions, anger and stress, depression and grief, relationships, and trauma, including PTSD.

Dr Reimer is trained and experienced in the use of over seventy therapies including TIR/LSR, EMDR, TAT, EFT, Cognitive-Behavioural, Guided Imagery, and Pastoral. Sam also has a certificate in Trauma Counselling from the BC Justice Institute, as well as Critical Incident Stress Debriefing training and extensive experience.

In addition, Sam has been a contracted clinical supervisor for counsellors working within an agency, and has worked with individuals, couples, families, and groups in various settings, as a student and as a professional, for over 25 years.

Counselling Services

We offer individual, marital and parenting / family counselling in the following areas:

• Addictions & Codependency
• Abuse (Emotional, physical, sexual)
• Anger & Stress Management
• Depression & Grief
• Mental Health / Illness Issues
• Spirituality / Christian
• WCB & Ins. Claims - Emotional Healing
• Marriage & Family Counselling

History

History reveals Sam as a prison chaplain, and a teacher in Belgium for 11 years. In BC, he has taught at the college level; he has co-produced 18 TV programs: 9 on Boundaries and 9 on Depression, and has been an instructor of counselling training.

Sam grew up in Kelowna and received his education in BC, Europe, and the USA where he earned his doctorate in Christian Counselling. Happily married, Sam is a lover of life and enjoys helping others experience more peace and happiness.

Sam became a member of the BCACC (British Columbia Association of Clinical Counsellors) in July 1996 and served on the Registration Committee, and as Vice- President of Region 3, for 12½ years. He recently resigned those positions upon being appointed as a part-time member of the National Parole Board.

We look forward to assisting anyone who is looking for help to find, restore, and/or maintain a sense of wholeness, healing and balance in their life.


All sessions are private and confidential.

Phone: 250-868-2338


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Healing the broken-hearted

At Bountyfull, we commit ourselves to a journey with people who have come to realize they are powerless and are ready and willing to seek help. 
At the core of this approach are the "Bountyfull Principles for Living" which focus on feelings and unconditional self-acceptance.

In an atmosphere of acceptance and understanding, the counsellor walks with the individual through their life story, where the hidden roots of pain and brokenness are unearthed. Individuals often begin to recognize various forms of dependancy to which they have given over their power, in an attempt to 'feel better'. The dependency may be on drugs, gambling, food, alcohol, rage, sex, relationships, counsellors .... the list goes on.

In Vancouver please phone:
(604) 255-6626
"Extending a hand up, not a hand out"

"The Harvest Project is dedicated to those who are experiencing difficult life circumstances. The Harvest assists North Shore residents in transition who require short-term support and are willing to help themselves."
"To show God's love in Christ by working in partnership with the church, community and those in need so that together we achieve wholeness."

The Mustard Seed Street Church began from a prayer closet in a store on Government Street in Victoria. The need of the underprivileged was so great that the ministry expanded to a building on Pandora Avenue. It began its outreach to the community as a church which soon grew to include a food bank, clothing bank, counseling and advocacy service, prison visitation and street ministry.

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When you need inspiration or renewal

Queenswood has been loved by many as a spiritual home away from home for the past forty years. Surrounded by forest, yet only minutes from downtown Victoria, Queenswood has something for everyone. Restore your zest for life with yoga, art, or meditation drop-in classes. Escape for a retreat, and absorb the peace of our forest sanctuary. Or let our phenomenal dinner speakers inspire you to live with creativity, generosity and joy.  Come to Queenswood. Revitalize your spirit. Spiritual direction & counselling is available.

Personal Retreats

Plan your own personal getaway for rest and renewal - an alternative vacation choice to revitalize you in spirit, mind and body. Queenswood’s many amenities offer you an abundance of ways to relax your body, renew your health and revitalize your spirit. You can book a Personal Retreat for any days of the week (space permitting, so book early!). All our facilities and drop-in classes are included in your retreat fee.

Facility Rentals

Queenswood offers many uniquely peaceful setting to support your corporate wellness and renewal. Our meeting and conference rooms and are the perfect setting for your educational workshop, planning meeting or renewal event. Rental guests can also enjoy our spiritual wellness spa services, healthy dining and affordable accommodations.

Reiki

At Queenswood, Reiki is taught from the Christian perspective, but open to all traditions. Our Reiki programs take participants through an experiential journey of healing, where people become more open to being channels through which God’s healing flows. Reiki brings one into the holistic journey of healing, addressing physical, psychological, emotional, and spiritual healing. It’s a gift for healing one’s self as well as others.

“Queenswood is my sacred home of prayer, quiet, safety and seeking. 
My spiritual journey blossoms when I give myself the gift of
Queenswood retreats.”
H.A. Stewart

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Offering Hope, Healing and Wholeness for Men with Addictions

Freedom's Door is a non-profit registered society that uses the Twelve Step program and Christian principles to rehabilitate men struggling with alcoholishm and drug addiction. The Freedom's Door program gives men the strength and faith they need to overcome their addictions and enables them to find a stable, fulfilling future as positive, contributing members of society. During the program, participants live in one of the safe, clean, encouraging homes operated by Freedom's Door.
Our quest … to help addicts find freedom under God to grow in His likeness and image.
Luxury Rehabilitation

Welcome To Valiant Recovery

We understand that choosing a recovery home is a very important decision, which will affect the rest of your life. Choosing the right home will lead to a lasting recovery, free from addiction. We encourage spirituality and individual worship as an important cornerstone of recovery.  We offer a unique program which can include pastorial visits and visiting your chosen place of worship weekly as an important component of your recovery.

Therapy 

Valiant offers a variety of different types of therapy, including both group and individual counseling. Our therapy sessions not only minister to the emotions but also to the physical, emotional, and spiritual aspects of life. Treating body soul and spirit

At Valiant we care and want you to fulfill your life's purpose. Let us help alter your destiny from one of desperation, to a life of hope and freedom!

Individual Counselling Sessions

At Valiant we want to take care of you, and those you love! We provide a minimum of 4 hours a week of individual one on one counseling services.

Gourmet Meals

Mealtime becomes a part of therapy, eating healthy, nutritious meals is beneficial to recovery. At Valiant we take it up a notch, in keeping with nutrition, we offer gourmet style meals set in a formal dining room, which allows everyone to feel as special as they truly are..

Luxury Accommodations

You are special, and we want you to be treated appropriately! Our residence is a magnificent 6 bedroom, 7 bathroom home with its own home theater, etc. There is ample space for everyone to relax and feel comfortable, while receiving therapy.

Fitness and Fun

We offer a fun and fitness paradise at Valiant and available throughout Kelowna.  Summer provides the best of beaches, swimming and sailing.  If golf is your passion there are countless great golf courses to choose from.  Winter brings us a skiers wonderland.  We also boast a large fitness centre, H2O Adventure + Fitness Center is the largest municipally owned water park in Canada and features an Olympic length 50 meter pool, wave pool, river run, water slides, and an ocean wave surf simulator. And, for the fitness enthusiast, a 12,000 square foot cardio and weight equipment and exercise space awaits you!

Client safety and confidentiality is of utmost importance.  We treat each client with dignity and strive to replace hopelessness, fear and despair with optimism, hope and a new vision for life.

Take a full tour and then call us at:

1-250-878-5806 or 1-877-618-6464




Lasting Relief for Troubled Teens

Venture Academy's Drug and Alcohol Treatment Program provides a full spectrum of substance abuse treatment, residential care, counselling, and support services to male and female youth ages 14 to 18 who may be experiencing difficulties managing their lives due to alcohol or drug abuse. Youth reside in professionally staffed and supported home-stay residences while participating in treatment. Our residential treatment programs are provided as an effective alternative to boot camp for troubled teens in Canada or boarding schools for troubled teens in Canada. The one-to-one therapeutic treatment model is one of the most important benefits for parents accessing our residential treatment program for troubled teens. Venture Academy also offers a 30 Day Assessment and Intervention Program for troubled and out of control teens in Canada that can assist with answering the question of the need for a long term commitment and at the same time provides a number of immediate benefits including relief, for troubled teens and their families.
Kelowna/ Vancouver/ Vernon/ Penticton/ Edmonton/ Calgary/

Phone: (250) 712-0409  National Call Centre: 1-866-762-2211

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What Is Celebrate Recovery?

Celebrate Recovery is a Christ-centered 12-Step program founded in 1991 at Saddleback Church in Lake Forest, California.  It is now active in over 3,500 churches across America, Canada and the world.  The purpose of Celebrate Recovery is to celebrate God’s healing power in our lives through the 12 Steps and 8 Recovery principles.  This experience allows us to “be changed.”  We open the door by sharing our experiences, strengths, and hopes with one another.  In addition, we become willing to accept God’s grace in solving our lives’ problems.

How it works!

By working and applying these Biblical principles, we begin to grow spiritually.  We become free from our addictive, compulsive, and dysfunctional behaviors.  This freedom creates peace, serenity, joy, and most importantly, a stronger personal relationship with God and others.  As we progress through the program we discover our personal, loving and forgiving Higher Power, Jesus Christ.

In order to start a program in your area simply contact Rick Toll-Free 1-800-SADDLEBACK (723-3532)

 

Resurrection House for Men
Glory House for Women

Welcome to Resurrection House for men and Glory House for women, two Christian based recovery facilities of the "Hope for Freedom Society".

Our facilities provide a safe and caring drug, alcohol and violence free environment. In this setting, addicts and alcoholics can begin the process of recovery from their addictions. Clients are able to address the effects and behaviours of previous abusive lifestyles, as well as work towards becoming responsible, productive members of society. It is our belief that, given the tools and the help of God, any addict can overcome the disease of addiction if they so choose.    

Facilities are staffed by dedicated, full time, professionally trained counsellors and facilitators, together with a staff of volunteers and resource people in related fields. We provide daily access to structured treatment, with group, and one-on-one counselling for addiction and related problems, drug and alcohol education, life skills courses in communication, Spiritual direction, and motivation are also provided.

Based on the Biblical principles embodied in the Twelve Steps of Narcotics Anonymous (N.A.), the building of viable support systems as alternatives to previous living and social environments is an important part of our structure. Our focus is not only helping the addict "get clean", but also "stay clean".

Phone: (604) 464-0475


Be BOLD ...Be STRONG Jos 1:9

We currently have four men’s recovery houses in and around the city of Abbotsford, B.C. Each home is able to accommodate up to 10 men. The room and board costs for each man is $550.00 per month. Everything is included with exception of personal hygiene items such as razors, toothbrushes, combs, shaving cream, deodorant etc.
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The "Junior House" is the intake house. This is mainly where we are "hands on". Men come to us from various stages of their recovery. Some come directly from the streets - they are detoxing. Some come from other "recovery houses". Some are court-ordered to our homes and some come from other treatment centers. There is a time of assessment to see how they are doing and what they want. They usually stay at this home for up to 60 days (some longer - case by case basis).
 
The "Middle House" is just that. These men are either in part-time studies in school or working part-time. They are pretty grounded in their programs and have a support team in place; they are now members of a Church. Their stay here is dependant on a few things. They may stay as long as they would like as long as they are doing well as far as their participation in their program is concerned while in residence. However, they may not work full-time from this house. If they want to do this, they must move to the senior house. All work is subject to approval, by Leadership, and based on participation and attitude.
 
The "Senior House" is the full-time working or schooling house. They are learning independent living while being dependant on God. Their stay is however long they need to.

Phone: 778-241-1599 or 604-556-7390
Email:  joshuahouse@shaw.ca

Living in freedom everyday

L.I.F.E. Recovery Home is a privately-run women’s recovery facility located in Abbotsford, British Columbia. With space for up to 18 women, L.I.F.E. Recovery rehabilitates women with drug and alcohol addictions and encourages them to live a Christian lifestyle. A large number of graduates continue to live in freedom and remain sober after leaving the home.
 
L.I.F.E. Recovery Home works on the belief that people with addictions are trapped by an overwhelming and deadly compulsion, but that through God’s power and their own will, they can be free! Programs focus on the roots of addiction to rehabilitate the whole person – body, spirit and soul.

While living together in community, residents receive support through recognized programs, such as Alcoholics and Narcotics Anonymous, one-on-one Christian counselling and group counselling, as well as a comprehensive Life Skills program.

Phone: (604) 855-4440   Email:  admin@liferecovery.ca


Covers all aspects of personal healing!

Level 1
is the Assessment / Introduction Phase, where residents come off the streets and work through a 30 - day program that will consist of educational, recovery and spiritual classes.
More Level 2 is the Intensive Recovery Phase. Clients will enter this 90 - day program and learn how to deal with personal areas surrounding communication and listening skills, relationship building, denial, defense mechanisms, self awareness, shame, healing from personal abuse, anger management, personal affirmation and dysfunctional family patterns. Other areas include 12 step meetings, devotions, in house meetings, evening check-in sessions, Alpha course, Bible study and one-on-one counseling. In the third month, residents will participate in a 6-week educational / job readiness course offered by Triangle Resources, which is done off site.
Homestead - Women only

A Christian based, 12-step program for 90 days for women only. Offers a safe, drug and alcohol free environment while encouraging residents to seek help through other programs of the Addiction Services.
975 West 57th Avenue, Vancouver, BC 604-266-9696

Vancouver Harbour Light Treatment Centre
62-bed facility serves men 19 years and older who have a substance addiction. Phase 1 is a 90-day residential treatment program. Full-time program includes individual and group counselling, lectures, life skills training, spiritual and 12-step programs, computer-assisted literacy program, and free medical assistance. Self or other referral. Does accept men on methadone maintenance. Phase 2 is a six-week, full-time, re-entry living skills program for men who have completed Phase 1. It includes life skills training, individual and group counselling, lectures, spiritual and 12-step programs, computer-assisted literacy program, and free medical assistance.
"The Proven Cure for the Drug Epidemic"

BC Teen Challenge is a faith-based residential program for young men and women, ages 19 and over, who are trapped in life-controlling addictions. Addiction takes numerous forms, affecting countless people regardless of gender, age, education, or economic class. Every day we see lives broken because of an endless cycle of drug use, alcoholism, pornography, gang involvement, sexual abuse, or dysfunctional families. Every day we see lives overcoming addiction, changed forever by the healing power of Jesus Christ, and bringing freedom, change, and new direction to their lives. When you look into the eyes of our students, you see a spark of renewed hope and purpose.

We invite you to be a part of this exciting adventure of miracles and changed lives! The story isn’t finished yet!

BC Teen Challenge – overcoming addiction. everyday.


Union Gospel Mission is committed to caring for the hungry, hurting and homeless of Greater Vancouver through: Emergency meals and clothing, Shelter for those without resources, Pastoral and chaplain services, Proven drug and alcohol recovery, Innovative learning center and Community outreach.
"Beyond Recovery to Discipleship"

A Christian organization with a ministry primarily to men with addictive lifestyles. We believe drug addiction and alcoholism can be totally overcome! Our program focuses on a discipleship model with the goal of raising men up as leaders. We want to empower the men that come to discover their life purpose and to fulfill their destiny.

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"The Spiritual Way Back"

Since 1964, Calvary Addiction Recovery Center has been a leader in Christian addiction treatment and recovery. That same approach has proven effective with other faiths and those seeking a traditional 12-step program.

The Calvary program addresses the practical, physical and spiritual aspects of addiction and problem gambling, setting the stage for long-term recovery and restored family life.

Successful recovery includes spiritual recovery

Treatment

Calvary believes that a successful recovery program must include spiritual recovery and encourages each client to renew his or her relationship with God. The program incorporates two tracks: a Christ-centered track and a traditional 12-step track. Time for devotions, meditation and Bible study is offered each day, and Christian principles are integrated into the lectures and therapy sessions.

Residential Care

Residential care provides a structured environment that allows the client to focus on various behavioural and emotional issues that need to be resolved, and guides the client as they begin to break the cycle of substance abuse or problem gambling and take responsibility for their new life of recovery. They will also learn to identify underlying core issues such as co-dependency, anger, shame and grief.

 There truly is hope for alcoholics, drug abusers and problem gamblers and we can help you take the first step. Call us and ask about Calvary Addiction Recovery Center at (602) 279-1468 or (866) 76-SOBER (76237).

"It may be the call that will change your family forever."

Celebrate Recovery

Why Sober Living by the Sea is different

Sober Living by the Sea has been an industry leader in the field of addiction treatment for twenty three years. We have created the world’s premiere treatment community right here on the beach in Orange County, California.

We have a range of treatment options within our distinct programs and facilities
We have a variety of gender specific options for men and women
We have the flexibility to cater to special location and privacy needs
We provide the entire continuum of care from detox to outpatient care from one central campus
Extended and aftercare is a critical component of our recovery planning whether you come from near or far

What Is Celebrate Recovery?

Celebrate Recovery is a Christ-centered 12-Step program founded in 1991 at Saddleback Church in Lake Forest, California.  It is now active in over 3,500 churches across America and the world.  The purpose of Celebrate Recovery is to celebrate God’s healing power in our lives through the 12 Steps and 8 Recovery principles.  This experience allows us to “be changed.”  We open the door by sharing our experiences, strengths, and hopes with one another.  In addition, we become willing to accept God’s grace in solving our lives’ problems. Please click here for a closer look at the philosophy of Celebrate Recovery.

How it works!

By working and applying these Biblical principles, we begin to grow spiritually.  We become free from our addictive, compulsive, and dysfunctional behaviors.  This freedom creates peace, serenity, joy, and most importantly, a stronger personal relationship with God and others.  As we progress through the program we discover our personal, loving and forgiving Higher Power, Jesus Christ.

What Are The Components of Celebrate Recovery at Sober Living by the Sea?

  • Open Share Groups, Step Studies, sponsors and accountability partners
  • 1:1 weekly meeting with leaders, and using the Celebrate Recovery Bible and Celebrate Recovery Participant Guides
  • Clients are provided transportation to Celebrate Recovery and Worship Services at Saddleback Church each Friday and Sunday.
  • The unique aspect of the Aftercare Program is that both the client and family are strongly encouraged to continue their recovery at a local Celebrate Recovery program in their own community.

How Long Is This Program?

The Celebrate Recovery program fits with the Standard 90-day treatment program, The Alternatives Program and Outpatient schedules, as well as the T.E.A.C.H. Program where clients earn college credits at Saddleback College, one of the 109 California State public colleges (serving more than 2.5 million students statewide).

What Can Celebrate Recovery Small Groups Do?

Celebrate Recovery’s small groups provide a safe place to share your experiences, strengths, and hopes with others who are going through the “Principles” in a Christ-centered recovery, with a leader who has gone through a similar hurt, hang-up, or habit who will facilitate the group as it focuses on the Steps of recovery.  Celebrate Recovery will also provide you with the opportunity to find a sponsor and accountability partners and attend recovery meetings throughout the week.

Location, Location, Location!

Our Treatment Center community combines comfortable and pristine amenities with a beautiful and vibrant location - Newport Beach, California. Clients will receive treatment throughout our treatment campus which is situated right on the water in Southern California.


Sober Living by the Sea – The Community

The Landing  – Men only   The Rose – Women only

Sunrise Recovery Ranch – Young men only

The Victorian – Eating Disorders  

It all begins with a phone call!

866-323-569

Sober Living by the Sea is about "living" not just surviving by the seashore.



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