Addiction
COUNSELLING

As a result of your addiction you might be struggling with…

Cravings and urges that feel overwhelming.
Difficulties controlling your use despite wanting to stop.
Negative impacts on your relationships, work, or daily life.
Physical and emotional withdrawal symptoms.
Feelings of shame, guilt, or hopelessness.
Using substances or behaviours to cope with stress or emotions.

You might be hoping to…

Overcome cravings and regain control.
Build healthier relationships and improve your daily functioning.
Reduce or eliminate withdrawal symptoms.
Feel more confident and hopeful about the future.
Develop healthier ways to cope with stress and emotions.

By engaging in counselling for addiction, we can work together to help you find potential improvements in these areas…

Before Therapy	After Therapy
You struggle to control your use despite wanting to stop.	You might find it easier to manage and reduce your use.
You experience overwhelming cravings and urges.	You may start to feel more in control of your cravings.
Your relationships, work, or daily life are negatively impacted.	You may begin mending your relationships with family and friends that may have been damaged by the addiction.
You feel shame, guilt, or hopelessness.	You could gain hope and motivation for the future, with a vision of a life free from addiction.
You use substances or behaviours to cope with stress or emotions.	You can learn healthier coping mechanisms and strategies to deal with stress, anxiety, and other emotional challenges.

Are you ready to take the next step?

We offer both in-person and online counseling at Talk in the Bay. Our team of experienced therapists provides evidence-based support for a wide range of mental health challenges. We tailor our approach to meet your unique needs.