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ACARA Addiction Counselling and Resource Associates Serving Vancouver, the lower mainland and all parts of British Columbia by providing hope and healing for those persons and their families struggling to find solutions for compulsive sexual behaviour. ACARA also provides services to those persons seeking assistance for trauma, grief, loss and stress-related issues. Acceptance Counselling - Langley, BC Integrity – Compassion – Dedication Elaine Clark is a Registered Professional Counsellor with a BA in Counselling Psychology. Elaine is comfortable with a full range of clients including Individuals, Couples, Families and Youth. Along with Diederik Wolsak the co-founder, Elaine was proud to share in the launch of a successful pilot program in Costa Rica that became the foundation and catalyst for the Choose Again Healing Center. The past 20 years has also found Elaine hard at work for the Ministry of Children and Families both as a Child Care Worker and as a foster parent of adolescents.  As a senior facilitator with the Youth on Purpose organizations, she has had wonderful years working with teens and their families. Her Strengths: • Addictions • Depression • Anxiety • Grief & Loss • Stress • Trauma & Abuse Elaine is a leader in every sense of the word as a counsellor, coach, and referring clients to the right treatment center.  She compliments other leaders at weekly circles and monthly workshops held at the Choose Again offices in Vancouver. You may reach Elaine at her private practice: Ph: 604-857-1615 Or Choose Again in Vancouver: Ph: 604 221-2292 Ambleside Stress & Trauma Clinic 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 Avery Counselling & Consulting - Langley, B.C. THOUGHTFUL CARING WHEN YOU NEED IT! Charlaine Avery, M Ed., RCC focuses on the biological, social, emotional, cognitive and spiritual effects Addictions and other Mental Health Concerns may have on the individual as well as their families, the workplace and communities. Charlaine understands this is a critical time of discovery as well as recovery. Whether you are the person with the addiction and/or mental health concern or a loved one affected by the actions of another, Charlaine addresses each personally and in unity, setting goals for individual and family recovery. Charlaine brings a Masters Degree in counselling from Simon Fraser University, fifteen years practical experience as a counsellor PLUS post-graduate training in counselling techniques such as: Cognitive Behavioural, Solution Focused, Narrative, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Virginia Satir's Brief Therapy Model and meditation, that prepares and readies Charlaine to lead each client into a new journey of facing some of life’s many challenges with new goals of healthy change and living. Charlaine Avery provides therapy for individuals, couples and families in areas of: Addiction Anger Anxiety Assertiveness Communication Depression EMDR Emotions Management Grief and Loss Health and Well-Being Goal Setting Healthy Couples Life Transitions Meditation Parenting & Step-Parenting Separation & Divorce Sexual & Physical Abuse Trauma Worry Phone: (604) 724-7763 Awakening Body Wisdom – Vancouver, BC Trust in the power of your body’s creative wisdom to unify body, mind and spirit with the Movement Healing Arts! Tannis Hugill has a Master’s degree in Somatic Psychology, is a registered B.C. Clinical Counsellor, registered Dance and Drama therapist and Spiritual Director. She brings over twenty years’ experience of healing through the arts and to her work with individuals, groups, adolescents and adults, especially those with addictions, trauma, eating and body image problems. She is experienced in hospital and private practice settings, has coordinated a hospital eating disorders program, and taught on the university level. Tannis’ passion is helping others experience vitality, creativity and wisdom of their bodies as a source of healing transformation. Beliefs: Our bodies are the signatures of who we are. They express our thoughts, beliefs, feelings, and the unconscious through movement, gesture, voice and facial expressions. It is through them that we relate to others and ourselves. Though addictive behaviors were developed to cope with emotional, mental, physical and spiritual pain, they disconnect us from our bodies and ourselves. By learning listen to our bodies’ we can discover and truly satisfy our needs for safety, love and compassionate self-acceptance. Explore: Dance and Drama Therapy Spiritual Direction Authentic Movement Moving Prayer Individual therapy and Spiritual Direction sessions by appointment. Workshops: authentic movement moving prayer embodying the roles we play hunger spirit and the body ecstatic body postures In addition to seeing clients, leading workshops and professional development trainings, Tannis Hugill is a board member of Movement Matters Association and is on the planning committee of the Women’s Spirituality Celebration. Telephone: 604.267.9951 Burnaby Counselling Group "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. Candace Plattor, M.A., RCC “If nothing ever changed, there would be no butterflies.” Are you struggling with addictive behaviours or are you close to someone who is? Individual counselling for any addiction gives you a chance to resolve your problems in a safe place. Addictive behaviours actually cover up unresolved feelings such as sadness, anger, resentment, and feelings of low self-worth. As we work together in therapy, we will uncover the deeper reasons for your unhealthy choices. You will then be able to eliminate your need to engage in destructive addictive behaviours. Counselling will also help you become aware of the solutions that will work best for who you uniquely are. Our goal in therapy is to overcome problematic addictive patterns and help you make more positive life choices. I provide therapy and counselling services for the Greater Vancouver area including Vancouver, Burnaby, Richmond, North Vancouver and West Vancouver. I also provide phone therapy for clients who are unable to attend sessions in person. "I also provide Telephone Counselling worldwide."  Phone: 604-677-5876 Crossroads Integrative Addiction Services Addiction Counselling Services Crossroads offers counselling and psychotherapy on an outpatient basis. Clients receive counselling around their addiction and underlying issues such as grief, abuse, trauma, and mental health. Family members looking for their own counselling around the impact of addiction and their own ability to draw boundaries have found benefit in this service as well. Why Outpatient Addiction Counselling • For some people, the option of going to residential treatment does not fit into their life. • For others, outpatient addiction counselling will be enough for them to explore their addiction while continuing to function in their lives. • Those coming to our 28-day residential program may wish to supplement their group treatment with individual counselling. • Often times clients want to continue with one-on-one counselling after they leave residential treatment (whether here or somewhere else) as part of their aftercare. Addiction Counselling Services • Individual Counselling – one-on-one psychotherapy for adults struggling with addiction or in recovery. • Family Counselling – helping couples and families heal from the impact of addiction • Family Consultations – helping families determine how to help/manage a loved one with an addiction. (Usually a one time meeting with possible follow ups). • Family Meetings – our version of an intervention where the addicted loved one is invited to the meeting. Meet our Outpatient Therapist Jason McCarty, MA, CCC Jason holds a Masters degree in Psychology with a Specialization in Marriage and Family Therapy. He is also a Canadian Certified Counsellor through the Canadian Counselling and Psychotherapy Association. Jason has been in a variety of roles at Crossroads. He has taught workshops, facilitated therapy groups, and managed the treatment programs. His counselling approach is grounded in humanistic/existential principles and operates from an integrative and systemic understanding of addiction and people. Jason realizes that each client is different and that their time in counselling will be individualized. Jason’s passion is helping people to break free into who they really are. Phone: 250-860-4001 contact Jason directly at ext. 317   Dr. Marilyn G. Chotem R.Psych. #773 Short and Long-term Therapy Located in North Vancouver, BC Marilyn firmly believes that through counselling or psychotherapy, each person can learn new ways of thinking, feeling, and behaving that can enhance one's capacity to lead a fulfilling life! Armed with her Doctorate Degree and Masters in Counselling Psychology, Marilyn started her private practice in 1992. Today, Marilyn is able to draw on her vast, practical experience having worked in drug and alcohol treatment centres, provincial mental health centres, and with employee & family assistance programs, offering both short and long-term therapy. While enjoying working with individuals, couples and families, Marilyn’s theoretical framework is primarily psychodynamic, though she draws on techniques from other modalities, such as cognitive behavioural therapy, gestalt therapy, dream analysis, body/energy therapy, motivational enhancement, and 12-step concepts for addictions/behavioural concerns. Primary Areas of Practice: • Addictions - Including Substances • Adolescent Issues • Depression • Dreams • Eating Disorders • Family Issues • First Nations, Inuit and Metis Issues • Intimacy Issues • Marital/Relationship Issues • Parenting Issues “Therapy is an invitation to explore the frontiers of your mind, and to learn new ways of being in the world so that wishes are replaced by fulfilling realities.” Change is possible! Phone: 604-986-9468 EDGEWOOD - Vancouver Addiction Services Pre and Post Treatment Services Recent research has overwhelming shown the importance of pre and post care treatment in the ongoing success of addiction recovery. EDGEWOOD is delighted to now offer on-going support pre and post treatment in the new EDGEWOOD Vancouver office located at 7th and Granville. More than just a clinical office, EDGEWOOD Vancouver represents what we believe will be the next major innovation for EDGEWOOD’s modality of treating addiction. The combination of long term aftercare with built-in monitoring and consequences (therapeutic, not punitive), regular meetings to ensure adherence and 12 Step requirements have excellent sobriety results. Pre-Care Program - is designed to assist both the family and patient in recognizing the disease of addiction and its attendant behaviors and to support them in their decision to seek treatment. AfterCare Services - Maintaining a long-term, healthy recovery is an on-going process that requires support both within the family and from the community at large. On-Going Services - As life in recovery progresses often secondary recovery issues surface. Recognizing this, Edgewood offers a continuum of personal services for as long as it takes. Patrick Zierten, Program Director EDGEWOOD - Vancouver Addiction Services 1525 West 7th Avenue Phone: 604.734.1100 - Cell: 778.686.6376 - 1.800.683.0111 (24 hours) Evolutions Counselling & Therapy Services – North Vancouver, BC “Positive Life Changes” Ina Stockhausen, RPC Are you in the process of deciding to seek counselling to solve a problem or to overcome obstacles that have kept you from reaching your goals and becoming the person you want to be? I not only bring to you my professional and practical skills and knowledge in a place of safety and compassion, but honour and respect your uniqueness as an individual. You will experience a highly personalized approach, tailored to your specific needs! It’s time to live your life with a real sense of self-worth, growth and well-being! Together, we will examine whether your current issues are influenced by beliefs and old ways of thinking that should no longer serve you. I will provide you with transformational tools to open your heart, receive more joy in your life, heal your inner child, and resolve past injuries. Positive change and healing happens when we consider the whole person! Too often how we feel is how we behave.  Through searching your mind, body, emotions and spirit we will seek to connect with your core self, the place that contains your inner voice, your real truth and your authenticity.  From this place we will “free the prisoner” and you can start to live the full life you truly deserve. Whether dealing with myriad of addictions or self-defeating thoughts and behaviours, my goal starts with dealing with core issues. My services include: • Individual Counselling • Counselling for Family & Couples • Counselling for Men • Counselling for Women • Premarital Counselling/Relationship Success • Counselling for Emotional Eating • LGBTQ Counselling *Serving North Vancouver, Vancouver & surrounding areas* I also offer effective On-line Therapy or E- counselling I am happy to offer a free 30 minute info session! Please Call 778-558-8207 Sometimes you just need to talk to someone… someone who can help. Esther Kane, MSW, RCC – Comox Valley BC Therapy for Women & Families Are you a woman who is feeling overwhelmed, hopeless, and not knowing where to turn?  Does everyone else think you’ve got it all together, yet inside you feel totally out of control?  Are you tired of trying to do it all on your own? Primary Areas of Practice: • addictions to alcohol and/or drugs • depression • anxiety • grief/loss • food/body image problems • low self-esteem • infertility • peri-menopause or menopause • relationship issues • finding your purpose in life • family problems If any of these apply to you, help is here! Finally, someone who will listen the way you want to be listened to and help you feel in control and able to find solutions to your problems. Esther's office is located in Courtenay (Comox Valley), BC. She provides therapy and counselling services for the following communities on Vancouver Island: Courtenay, Comox, Campbell River, Cumberland, Nanaimo, Parksville, Qualicum Beach, Tofino, Port Alberni, and Powell River, British Columbia. To book a session or to set up a FREE 15-minute phone consultation, call Esther at 250.338.1800  Evening appointments available. First Step to Recovery - West Vancouver, B.C. Counselling Support & Workshops for Individuals, Couples & Families Jeanie McKenzie, BA Psych, MA Ed, RCC, addresses the diseases of alcoholism and drug addiction that leaves the family devastated. Jeanie has completed several extensive program certifications in the field of substance abuse at Canadian and U.S. institutions. Practical experience and professional licensure have prepared her to fulfill the much-needed gap in support counselling that leads to family wholeness. Additional focus is in empowering healthy and productive personality changes to effectively break free from co-dependency, resolve conflict and deal with emotional crisis, depression and anxiety. And there is much more…Phone: 604.351.0539 HeartQuest Healing – Vancouver, BC Counselling – Coaching – Consulting - Intervention HeartQuest Healing was established in 1996 by Cory Wint, BA, ICADC to provide support and guidance for individuals wishing to be released from the grip of unproductive patterns of behaviour. Cory has met with success in a variety of disciplines within the Social Services and Human Development field. With a degree in Human and Social Development, and as the holder of International Drug and Alcohol Certification (ICADC), Cory has vast experience in dealing with complex problematic substance use, negative coping, non productive communication, as well as other ancillary issues that often accompany addiction.  In addition, Cory is a Substance Abuse Professional as defined by the United States Department of Transportation. Services we offer: • Substance Abuse Counselling • Post Treatment Monitoring • Relapse Prevention & Recovery Coaching • Anger Management and Conflict Resolution • Personal Issues Counselling • Career Guidance & Employment Counselling “Ultimately, HeartQuest sees a world where individuals are able to maximize their potential, fulfill their destiny, and realize their life ambitions.” Individuals, Youth, Families & Employees Phone: (604) 818-1771 Email: wint@canada.com Hollyburn Family Services – North Vancouver Individual and Family Counselling Hollyburn Family Services is a multi-service community-based organization providing a range of integrated support services to children, youth, families and seniors in the greater Vancouver region. Hollyburn programs include individual and family counselling, family support and parent education services, residential treatment centres for youth, alternate school programs, substance misuse counselling, home support services for seniors and persons with special needs and autism services. Kathleen Landry & Associates – Vancouver & Deep Cove 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 Lee McLeod – Victoria Registered Clinical Counsellor Lee has a Masters degree in counselling from Antioch University, and is an experienced teacher and supervisor, as well as a practitioner of counselling and psychotherapy. Some Background: - Counselled in mental health agencies - Worked in residential addictions treatment - Facilitated support groups for people with anxiety disorders - Counselled individuals and groups in private practice - Taught counselling for Vancouver Community College, the Counsellor Training Institute, and the Addictions Counselling Program of Medicine Hat College - Supervised student and lay counselors - Taught Gestalt theory for the Gestalt Experiential Training Institute in Vancouver, and written about it for The British Gestalt Journal and for publications in the US and France. For over 20 years, Lee has helped people struggling with: • addiction • depression and anxiety • suicidal thoughts and feelings • relationship difficulties • workplace and education issues Phone: 250-888-6825 LDR Holistic Treatment Inc. - Langley, BC "Helping people one step at a time". Private Counselling Life Development Resources' highly skilled and trained counsellors educate, empower, and provide options and solutions to help move clients to effective problem solving. • Post Treatment Monitoring • Substance Abuse Counselling • Relapse Prevention • Anger Management and Conflict Resolution • Personal Issues Counselling We offer • Post Treatment Monitoring • Substance Abuse Counselling • Relapse Prevention • Anger Management and Conflict Resolution • Personal Issues Counselling Screening & Assessments (initial counselling sessions are 2 hours). During the first session, we will conduct a Clinical Assessment and will create an Individualized Focus Plan. Appropriate referrals can/will be made if appropriate. Assessment areas covered include: • Current functioning • Drug use screening / history • Medical issues screening • Initial screening for gambling • Justice system involvement • Employment / education history • Social functioning • Family of origin exploration • Exploration of client strengths, needs, and abilities We provide consultation via telephone and the Internet for out of town clients. Administration: Phone: 604-530-9508   Drug & Alcohol Referral line: Phone: 604-916-7100 Michele Crawford RCC CCC Willow House Wellness Ltd. Trained and experienced in working with a broad spectrum of issues, Michele specializes in working with adults who are suffering from addictions, trauma, depression and anxiety. Michele’s clients come from a wide variety of cultures from within the home and the workplace. Michele is particularly proud of her years of success working with First Nations people.   Her counselling design, which transcends the usual approaches in therapy, is to help each client access solutions through a proven 2-step formula. The benefits of her methods are well documented in the scientific research. 1) The mind-body concept, the connection between emotional duress and physical symptoms, is a focal point of this approach. This step utilizes various energy psychologies, including Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Self Regulation theory and Thought Field Therapy/Emotional Freedom Techniques. 2) Utilizing a cognitive behavioural model, which promotes rational thinking, Michele teaches a reality-based belief system that can transform your life and elevate feelings of self-sufficiency for your future. Her certification in this approach is rare which gives each client a distinct advantage. Located in a comfortable character house in New Westminster, BC, Michele provides services in Greater Vancouver, including Vancouver, Burnaby, Coquitlam, Delta, Richmond, and Surrey. Appointments are booked from Tuesday to Friday, between 10:00 am and 7:00 pm and Saturdays between 8:00 am and 6:00 pm. Phone: 604 515-9727 The Orchard ADDICTION SERVICES Some of the most challenging times in recovery occur when individuals leave treatment. Research shows that the most dangerous time for relapse is in the first 3-6 months of recovery. The difficulties one may experience can lead to intense cravings for that person’s drug of choice. However, with continued involvement in recovery, one can substantially increase their chances for a healthy, meaningful, substance-free life. The Orchard’s new Addiction Services in West Vancouver was developed with these concerns in mind to offer the best opportunities for successful recovery. Our professional staff provides individual counselling as well as meeting the special needs of couples and families.  We offer alcohol and drug monitoring, to assist each person in staying on track and being accountable.  We also offer ongoing recovery groups such as Relapse Prevention and Anger Management for anyone wanting to learn a new way of living. Family Aftercare Program Our 12-week aftercare program for families and loved ones impacted by addiction, runs throughout the year. Participants meet each Wednesday evening from 6:30-8:30pm where some topics covered include ‘Healing Anger’, ‘Building Healthy Relationships’ and ‘Setting and Enforcing Boundaries’.  Next session begins soon. Please contact the Orchard during regular business hours for more information at (604) 947-0420. The Orchard West Van Offices Suite 300, 545 Clyde Ave. West Van Phone: (604) 947-0420 or toll free 1-866-233-2299   Recovery Counselling Solutions – Vancouver & Lower Mainland “When you need help now!” Recovery From Addiction Less Than What You Hoped For?  You can leave the pain behind and finally be at peace with yourself and your loved ones! Addiction recovery is a major process of readjustment.  This transition time can be filled with a lot of growth as well as obstacles.  Many people struggle in the first few months and years of recovery to find their comfort zone.  However, it is not your destiny to ride an emotional roller coaster.  With the right strategies, skills and motivation, your pain and uncertainty can be replaced by a sense of balance, calm and fulfillment.  Counselling can be a vital source of help to get you moving in the right direction quickly during this time of recovery! Are You Or Someone You Love Experiencing These Problems In Recovery? • Mood swings • Negative thinking • Difficulty coping with strong emotions such as anger, anxiety or sadness • Slipping back into substance abuse or compulsive behaviours, such as gambling or workaholism • Replacing one addictive substance or habit with another • Feel like you are living in the past due to former hurts, losses or traumas • Inability to handle stress well • Problems developing or sustaining intimate relationships   Benefits of Recovery Counselling • Break free from relapse to substance abuse and other addictive behaviours • Overcome the hurt of abuse and trauma so you feel in control of your life • Put grief and loss behind you so you can live for today and look forward to tomorrow • Conquer stress and anxiety - rediscover peace of mind • Rise above depressed thinking and negative beliefs • Develop a solid sense of confidence, contentment and direction in life • Learn to trust yourself and others more deeply • Create satisfying relationships that last • Know yourself better so you can make constructive choices and take effective action Recovery Counselling Solutions helps people just like you transcend addiction and achieve a fuller recovery, so you can feel more resilient and satisfied with life and love, work and play.  Help Is Available Now!  Don't lose another day feeling stressed, confused, dissatisfied, isolated or adrift. To Book a Free 15 Minute Consultation Phone: 778-837-0616 Glynis Sherwood  MEd CCC Addictions Recovery Expert Tara G. Chotem, M.A., RCC, CGP Individuals – Families – Couples – Groups Tara is a Registered Clinical Counsellor and a Certified Group Psychotherapist with a Masters Degree in Counselling Psychology. Tara’s practical approach comes with over 25 years of clinical experience in the mental health and addiction fields, 18 of which are in private practice in West Vancouver, Tara makes a difference offering both short and long term counselling. Assuring a safe, confidential and professional setting, Tara works primarily from a Psychodynamic and Interpersonal framework. Tara also comes equipped with other approaches such as Cognitive Behavioural therapy. “While the therapeutic relationship is very important in all approaches to therapy, using the relationship between client and therapist as an “agent of change” is one of the hallmarks of the psychodynamic method.” Special Services: addictions and codependency adult children of alcoholics adults who have suffered trauma and abuse as children Tara works with a variety of issues including: anxiety, stress and burnout depression identity and self-esteem issues perfectionism relationship and intimacy problems In addition: Tara’s work with couples and individuals helps them improve their relationships and communication skills, while helping those looking for relationships find and overcome the roadblocks that have prevented their success. Her research and ongoing interests include: “MMPI Profile Changes in Alcoholic Patients After Treatment and Follow-Up Period” Concordia advanced research program, Montreal (1981) “The Effects of Parental Alcoholism in Childhood on Personality Outcome” Masters Thesis, Chicago (1988) Assessment, referral and post treatment follow-up therapy for individuals with alcohol and drug abuse problems is also offered through her practice. Telephone: 604-926-7411 www.tarachotem.com Top of the World Treatment Center - Calgary, Alberta “Set Yourself Free!” The Top Of The World Treatment Centres mission is to provide the finest available Addiction Rehabilitation Services through state of the art, evidence based and holistic treatments that are accessible, affordable and client centered. We believe that addiction is a brain disease that manifests itself along biological, psychological, social and spiritual dimensions. We strive to guide our clients to heal and recover along these dimensions and to appreciate the gift of life and aim to facilitate a healthy sustainable lifestyle transformation. Treatment/Counselling Programs The Top Of The World Treatment Centres treatment programs adheres to ASAM’s (American Society of Addiction Medicine) guidelines for client placement criteria Level I to Level III. The TOTW-C together with Top of the World Ranch Treatment Centre provides 3 outpatient; Individual Program, Evening Program, Intensive Day Program and 1 residential treatment option. We encourage a balanced living approach to recovery, which emphasizes regular self-care, stress reduction with exercise, stretching/yoga, mindfulness meditation, recovery supporting literature, and therapies for enhanced internal tranquility as a means to support attention span and information retention as part of a clinically proven cognitive functioning repair process. Phone Administration: 403-293-5115 or Toll Free: 1-877-293-5115

Community Counsellors

Abbotsford Addiction Centre “People helping people” We are Therapists with Masters Degrees at a free alcohol and drug outpatient program.  We serve youth and adults both using and affected by substance misuse.  We offer recovery groups and counselling for individuals, couples and families.  We use a bio-pschyo-social-spiritual professional approach to help people resolve their problems.  We also provide referrals to other services in the addiction field, such as day treatment and residential. Phone: 604-850-5106 Alouette Addictions Services – Maple Ridge Outpatient Counselling Alouette Addictions Services was founded in 1989 under the name of Maple Ridge Alcohol and Drug counselling. Since then we have grown to have an administrative and clinical staff of 11 people providing outpatient counseling, education, assessment, prevention services, and referrals for any resident of Maple Ridge/Pitt Meadows who is affected by addictions. PHONE: 604-467-8592 BC Council for Families Affirming that the family in all its diversity is the foundation of society, our mission is to strengthen, encourage and support families through information, education, research and advocacy. A leading edge force in the field of family life education; and provides training and resources that strengthen family relationships. BC Institute Against Family Violence A Complete list of Crisis and Help lines! The Institute's vision is of a province and a society without family violence where individuals, families and communities are caring, respectful and supportive. B.C. Society for Male Survivors of Sexual Abuse Our Mission and Purpose A non-profit society, established to provide therapeutic services for males who have been sexually abused at some time in their lives. As specifically outlined in our constitution, our purposes are to: Provide treatment and support services to male survivors of sexual abuse and support for significant relatives and others of the survivors. Bountifull House Counselling Centre 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 Covenant House Vancouver "Working on a Plan" Covenant House Vancouver exists for those young people for whom there is often no one else — young people aged 16 - 24 who have either willingly fled physical, emotional and/or sexual abuse or those who have been forced from their homes. Each young person is treated individually and everything from their cultural and religious needs to dietary restrictions is incorporated into their care. Downtown Eastside Women's Centre Our mission is to provide for basic needs and to work toward positive change for women and children in the Downtown Eastside of Vancouver. Skills Development Program | Specialized Services | Drop-in Centre Downtown Eastside Youth Association Delivering a wide range of vital outreach services to the street-involved people of Vancouver's Downtown Eastside." The nature of all DEYAS services is the provision of "windows of opportunity" for clients wanting to make lifestyle changes or to exit the street. Family Services of Greater Vancouver Strengthening People, Families & Communities At some point in life, everyone gets stuck. Since 1928, people experiencing challenges have been turning to Family Services of Greater Vancouver—a community-based not-for-profit organization providing crucial social services to children, youth, adults, and families across Vancouver, Richmond, Burnaby, New Westminster, and Surrey. We offer support, provide hope, and present opportunities—helping people realize and create possibilities for themselves. All of our work is about building healthy, vibrant tomorrows. Counselling & Support-Youth Services-Addiction Services-Community Education-Employment & Skills-Adoption Services-Employee Assistance Friends For Life Friends For Life provides support to people confronting the daily challenges of living with life-threatening illness, as well as help for their families and caregivers. Our aim is to promote wellness and minimize the need for institutional care. Inform Vancouver Information & Referral Service for the Lower Mainland Comprehensive information and referral service for the Lower Mainland. Provides information on and referral to, community and social services, including counseling, health, financial assistance, housing, employment, education, recreation, cultural, and legal services. Service is funded by the United Way of the Lower Mainland and the City of Vancouver. Hours: 8:30 am to 5:30 pm, Monday to Friday. Jessie's Hope Society "Celebrating the inner strength and beauty of everyBody" Jessie's Hope , a non-profit organization, has been educating, supporting and advocating for services around the issue of eating and weight disturbances in the province of British Columbia since 1985. 2006 brings a new focus: prevention of eating and weight disturbance issues. Read more about our new direction>> Lookout Emergency Aid Society A Safety Net for Men & women A non-profit, charitable organization, providing sectarian lay services to adult men and women who suffer from a wide variety of problems including mental illness, mental handicaps, medical problems, physical disabilities, social dysfunctions, substance abuse or - more frequently - a combination of problems. NOW Canada Society - Kelowna New Opportunities for Women NOW Canada Society provides programs, ongoing support, hope and wholeness to female youth who have been victims of sexual exploitation in our community and province. Pacific Community Resources Quality Social Services Since 1964 An award winning, accredited, not-for-profit society serving Lower Mainland communities since 1984. The agency provides addictions, special education, employment, counselling, housing and cultural enrichment services for children, youth, adults and families. We currently deliver more than 40 programs serving thousands of individuals from Vancouver to Chilliwack. Peace Arch Community Services Complete Directory Our mission is to identify a broad spectrum of human needs on the Semiahmoo Peninsula and beyond and respond to them in a creative, caring and fiscally responsible way. This is achieved by providing information, services, advocacy and working with other individuals, groups and organizations. Semiahmoo House Society (Local:Surrey, BC) PEERS Vancouver This program aims to assist individuals involved in the sex trade to make desired lifestyle changes. Some of the past participants of this program have gone on to start their own business, returned to full-time studies, received their children back from care and most commonly participants have found employment. Potters Place Mission Our Purpose At Potter’s Place our mission is to visually, tangibly and measurably transform the downtown eastside (East Hastings Street) through the power of God. That is, to see the street people come out of their present situation of hopelessness and loss of self-worth, as evidence by their poverty, continual welfare dependency, involvement in substance abuse and addiction, prostitution and high suicidal tendencies, and have their lives restored to the gory of God. Prostitution Alternatives Counselling Education (PACE) The PACE model seems to be a good one for direct services to this highly specialized and very vulnerable target group. PACE is dedicated to the reduction of harm and abolition of conditions that lead to prostitution. We provide outreach, counselling, housing (for individuals under 24yrs of age), prevention presentations, and an IDU drop-in center for sex workers from the Downtown Eastside of Vancouver who have started their own cooperative business. Richmond Addiction Services OUR MISSION: The mission of Richmond Addiction Services is to “improve the lives of those affected by addiction”. We respect the integrity of each human being and believe that each person has the ability to change and accept personal responsibility for his/her physical, psychological, emotional, spiritual and social health. We approach addiction through a harm reduction model that recognizes and incorporates abstinence. The Salvation Army The Salvation Army exists to share the love of Jesus Christ, meet human needs and be a transforming influence in the communities of our world. Semiahmoo Family Services Complete Directory Our mission is to identify a broad spectrum of human needs on the Semiahmoo Peninsula and beyond and respond to them in a creative, caring and fiscally responsible way. This is achieved by providing information, services, advocacy and working with other individuals, groups and organizations. Semiahmoo House Society (Local:Surrey, BC) SWAP (Seniors Well Aware Program) Our mission: To promote the physical, mental, social, environmental and spiritual well-being of the senior population who are facing unique challenges that include social isolation, substance misuse and abuse and elder abuse. These challenges are addressed by SWAP through the provision of outreach, withdrawal management (where appropriate), individual and group counselling, advocacy and community development. St. James Community Service Society "Celebrating Small Victories Since 1961" Today, in the poorest urban area of Canada, we strive to provide support for people who face the multiple challenges of poverty, crime, chronic mental and other illnesses, IV drug use, illiteracy, homelessness and the sex trade. Surrey Delta Immigrant Services Society We Can Help! Clinical Services Settlement and Integration Services Language Programs Career Services Interpretation and Translation Services Triangle Community Resources Inc. “Serving 6 locations in the Fraser Valley” Our RITE/WRITE ( Men and Women Reaching Independence through Employment) program is a gender specific, six week, group facilitated employment program that is NO COST to participants. It enables participants to recognize and overcome their barriers to employment, make informed and appropriate career choices, and obtain and maintain employment . Since 1998 our programs have assisted those with multiple barriers to employment. Each office employs an Addictions Counsellor, Anger Management Specialist, Personal Development Facilitator, Employment Counsellor and Job Developer with the skills and expertise to identify, address and help resolve barriers to employment. Clients with unique barriers may also be referred to the appropriate service program/agency. Clients learn both through workshops and one-to-one counselling. Hear what our clients say! Union Gospel Mission 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. Vancouver Aboriginal Council The Vancouver Aboriginal Council is an Aboriginal Community development organization dedicated to developing and nurturing collaborative working relationships, information sharing, and partnerships between 35 to 40 Aboriginal service provider organizations and agencies in Vancouver. Vancouver Association for the Survivors of Torture At VAST, the primary focus is on meeting the stated needs of the people who walk through our door. The range of services offered is guided by what people let us know they want and need. Services can range from assistance in finding a place to live, to a cup of coffee and a safe place to rest, to the free services of a trained psychologist. Vancouver Coastal Health Authority A Complete Directory Welcome to the Vancouver Coastal Health's web site - providing citizens of the Coast Garibaldi regions and of Vancouver, North Vancouver, West Vancouver, and Richmond with quality health care ranging from acute care hospitals to community-based residential, home health, mental health, and public health services. Vancouver Community Health Centres/Clinics Bridge Community Health Clinic Downtown Community Health Centre Evergreen Community Health Centre Health Contact Centre North Community Health Centre Pacific Spirit Community Health Centre Pender Community Health Centre Raven Song Community Health Centre South Community Health Centre Three Bridges Community Health Centre Vancouver Coastal Health Authority (VCHA) Vanderhoof Alcohol and Drug Services Ft. St. James – Vanderhoof – Fraser Lake We are a professional program providing outpatient services for persons who see themselves as being affected by the substance use or misuse of themselves or any other significant person in their life. What We Do: • Offer counselling and prevention services to Vanderhoof and surrounding areas; there is no fee for our services. • Provide services for individuals & families directly/indirectly affected by chemical dependency on alcohol or other drugs. • Provide referrals to other treatment programs. • Prevention services offered include education, information and support for parents, community education presentations and awareness, working with youth to co-ordinate drug free activities, and outreach services to the local high school. Victim Services "Services include a toll-free, province-wide telephone service called VictimLINK. It is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, is accessible by TTY (Telecommunications Device for the Deaf) and provides interpretation services for all the major languages spoken in British Columbia. VictimLINK operators provide information and referral services to all victims of crime and immediate crisis support to victims of family and sexual violence. VictimLINK 1-800-563-0808" Watari A Complete Directory Creators of the Survival manual on-line, a complete list of services for youth and others at risk. At WATARI, our mission is to facilitate positive change in at-risk children, youth, families and communities through the design and delivery of innovative services. Day Treatment available West Kootenay Boundary Addictions Services A Complete Directory The purpose of KCRD is to provide an on-line directory of community programs and organizations, as well as how to access them. These programs and organizations range from large government programs to non-profit charities to small self-help groups. Womennet.ca “A Great Directory of Information!” Womennet.ca, the Canadian Women's Information Centre, helps women respond to challenges and improve their quality of life. Whether they are working outside the home or parenting, on their own or with a spouse, young, middle-aged or elderly, women face challenges. Womennet.ca is the site to turn to for information and resources to help women take charge of their lives.

Interventions

Axis Intervention Service – Kamloops, BC “YOUR TURNING POINT!” PROFESSIONALS WHO CARE Trudy Annand is AXIS’ Senior Intervention Specialist.  Trudy, a Registered Professional Counsellor and a Master practitioner in Counselling Psychology, has worked in the counseling profession for a number of years.  She is also a Certified Interventionist and a member of the Association of Intervention Specialists.  Trudy has planned and participated in numerous interventions with alcoholics and drug addicts. HOW IT WORKS Intervention is a turning-point on the ugly and destruction road of addiction - one where a spouse, sibling, employer or friend cares enough to act and find help to point the substance abuser to reality’s rock bottom and the only option is immediate treatment. AXIS Intervention Service Ltd. provides discreet professional assistance by empowering those closest to the substance abuser and educating them about addiction. We treat everyone with respect and understand the importance of confidentiality. AXIS Intervention Service Ltd. provides a planned and organized presentation of reality to the substance abuser with the goal of getting them to accept immediate admission to an appropriate treatment facility or program. WHAT CAN I EXPECT? First, you can expect professionalism, a high degree of compassion, understanding and total discretion.  We treat everyone involved with the utmost of respect while understanding confidentiality is paramount. Traveling throughout Canada, our highly trained and professional Intervention Specialists use time – tested principles and practices to plan a custom strategy aimed at presenting the intervention in a professional, objective, caring, and non-judgmental manner. We form the Intervention team, prepare for and facilitate the Intervention and transport the substance abuser to treatment. We measure success each step of the way. The main goal is to get the substance abuser to accept immediate treatment. Phone: 1-866-455-AXIS (2947) 24 hour service Bellwood Health Services – Toronto Discover the Freedom of Being Well Intervention Services Bellwood Health Services is a Centre of Excellence and internationally recognized leader in evidence-based treatment of addiction and mental health problems.  Since 1984, Bellwood has provided treatment for individuals and families across Canada experiencing problems with alcohol and drugs; behaviours relating to gambling, sex and eating; PTSD/trauma and addictions: methadone tapering and addiction treatment  People with addictions often fail to seek help because they’re still denying they have a problem. But confronting the issue through an intervention, you can help your loved one or employee realize it truly is time to seek help. Bellwood can help you prepare for a successful intervention. Our experienced, professional staff will prepare you, your family and friends for a successful family or workplace intervention through education and role-playing scenarios.  Our intervention training programs involve between two to four sessions, with each session lasting up to two hours. Family or friends who live out of town may be brought into the process via teleconference. Visit us  or call 1-800-387-6198 for more information about Bellwood’s Intervention Services and let us help your loved one or employee Discover the Freedom of Being Well. Carefrontation – Seattle, WA "When Love, Care & Concern really counts!" Scott & Jenny Graham have been facilitating interventions since 1988 across the United States, and Canada. They have helped thousands of families intervene with an over ninety percent success rate whereby the intervened upon person walks through the doors of treatment on the day of intervention. The less than ten percent that don't go into treatment on the day of intervention typically agree to go within 72 hours. This is because the families through a Carefrontation have redefined their boundaries. A “Carefrontation” is our intervention method. Different from the confrontations most people are familiar with, a “Carefrontation” is love, care, and concern expressed in a compelling, straightforward, and respectful manner. The intervention is as much for you as it is for your loved one. It can feel like your loved one is barreling down a freeway with you held hostage in the back seat. A  Carefrontation creates an off ramp that draws them to the curb. The danger is interrupted The choice point for change is presented The hostages are freed Scott and Jenny are seasoned and trusted intervention specialists with an unparalleled reputation in the chemical dependency treatment field. Their nationally recognized “Carefrontation” method of intervention helps not only the addict or alcoholic get into treatment, but also each participant to gain insight into their role as it relates to dysfunctional behaviors for everyone involved. To know you have done everything in your power to help your loved one will change your life. Your Not Alone, Call Now: (360) 387- 6821 Daryl Samson Med. Cert. – North Vancouver, BC “Instilling hope in those whose hope has gone!” Daryl Samson brings fourteen years of professionalism, passion and a non-judgmental approach to both his current position as program manager at The Orchard Treatment Centre and private practice as a personal and family counselor and expert in interventions. Daryl specializes in the assessment, treatment, intervention and monitoring of addictive disorders and chemical dependencies both in the home and the professional communities. Daryl Samson understands!  As a former professional soccer player with the Vancouver Whitecaps and a later career as a teaching professional, Daryl has considerable understanding of the demands faced by individuals, working professionals and their families. A proud member of The Angels Response Team, Daryl Samson has had many successes preparing families for interventions and getting the addict into treatment. You can reach Daryl: Monday to Thursday at The Orchard Treatment Centre: (604) 947-0420 Fridays at his office at Transformation Communications: (604) 987-4718 Email Address: k2d2sam@telus.net HeartQuest Healing – Vancouver, BC Counselling – Coaching – Consulting – Interventions What is an Intervention? Led by Cory Wint, BA, ICADC, an Intervention is a discreet and professionally planned process designed to illustrate the reality of addiction to the problematic user. It includes the provision of a solution designed to empower the problematic user to accept an immediate way out. Our highly trained and professional Intervention Specialists use time tested principles and practices to plan a custom strategy aimed at presenting the Intervention in a professional, objective, caring, and non-judgmental manner. It is important to note that we work in collaboration with several local men's and women's Treatment Centres and we will facilitate admission into such programs as necessary. How does it work? Usually, there is a 3 Step process involved in the Intervention process: Step 1: Assessment of situation. All parties present except potential client. Step 2: All parties present except potential client. Set time and place for intervention. Step 3: Intervention to take place. All parties present including potential client. Family / Friend Support: The Intervention Specialist also helps the members in the alcoholic and/or drug addict’s circle of caring come to some decisions on their own about their future with that person. Geographic Availability: HeartQuest Healing offers professional intervention services for drug and/or alcohol dependency primarily in the Greater Vancouver area, however we are open to discuss interventions throughout the province of BC, as well as other provinces. Individuals, Youth, Families & Employees Phone: (604) 818-1771 Kathleen Landry & Associates – Vancouver & Deep Cove 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 performed over 150 successful family and workplace addiction interventions. Interventions for Destructive Behaviours: ALCOHOL & DRUG SUBSTANCE ABUSE INAPROPRIATE SEXUAL BEHAVIOURS EATING DISORDERS GAMBLING PROBLEMS 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" ”Kathleen is often able to reach people that have been unsuccessful with other approaches.” You can reach Kathleen at: Phone: 604-924-0042 LDR Holistic Treatment Inc. - Langley, BC "Helping people one step at a time". Interventions An Intervention at Life Development Resources is a discreet and professionally planned process designed to illustrate the reality of addiction to the problematic user. It includes the provision of a solution(s) designed to empower the problematic user to accept an immediate way out. Our highly trained and professional Intervention Specialists use time tested principles and practices to plan a custom strategy aimed at presenting the Intervention in a professional, objective, caring, and non-judgmental manner. It is important to note that we work in collaboration with a local Treatment Centre and we can facilitate an admission into a Residential Treatment Program (for both men and women), if necessary. How does it work? There is a 3 Step process involved in the Intervention process. Step 1: Assessment of situation. All parties present except potential client. Step 2: Set time and place for intervention Step 3: Intervention to take place. All parties present including potential client. Family Support The Intervention Specialist also helps the members in the alcoholic and drug addict’s circle of caring come to some decisions on their own about their future with that person. Geographic Availability We offer professional intervention services for drug and alcohol dependency and addictions primarily in the Greater Vancouver area, however we are open to discuss interventions throughout the province of BC, as well as other provinces. Call us to inquire about our fees. We will work with you to create a plan that works for you. For further information please feel free to contact us by: Administration: Phone: 604-530-9508   Drug & Alcohol Referral line: Phone: 604-916-7100 Top of the World Treatment Center - Calgary, Alberta “Set Yourself Free!” Intervention Services There are times when a family member, a friend, or an employer has exhausted all efforts to refer someone they are concerned about to enter treatment for a substance disorder. In these circumstances, an Intervention Program may be the route to pursue. Interventions are intense measures intended to place the full scope of someone’s addiction in front of them with an accompanying request that they choose treatment or be prepared to live with the consequences of continued addiction patterns. Not everyone is suited for an Intervention Program; at Top of The World Treatment Centres, we will conduct a preliminary interview to determine an individual’s suitability for the process. Should it be deemed appropriate our Intervention Program is outlined below. • Phase One: Preliminary Interview • Phase Two: Psycho-education: Substance Disorders • Phase Three: Supports for Family/Friends and Impact Statements • Phase Four: Preliminary Intervention • Phase Five: Intervention • Phase Six: Post Intervention follow-up Note* If at any time while working through the 6 phases of intervention it is determined by the interventionist that this is no longer a viable course of action the intervention will be halted and a recommendation will be made for any further actions that may need to take place. Phone Administration: 403-293-5115 or Toll Free: 1-877-293-5115