Addictions Counselling & Speciality Services
Supportive, Holistic Care for Addiction Recovery
At Authentic You: Counselling, Assessment & Addictions Services Inc., our psychologists provide specialized care for individuals navigating addictions, substance use, and other out-of-control behaviours. We understand the complexity of recovery and respect each person’s unique goals, whether that involves harm reduction, abstinence, or a combination of both.
Through individual counselling, psychoeducation, and personalized referrals, we offer support that is tailored to your needs. Our trauma-informed approach recognizes that substance use and compulsive behaviours often develop as ways to cope with emotional pain, stress, or unresolved trauma. Together, we work to address the root causes while building healthier and more sustainable coping strategies.
In addition to one-on-one counselling, our team is actively engaged in the broader addictions and recovery community through consultation, mentorship, and professional training. We also support clients in connecting with external resources, including medical detox, inpatient and outpatient treatment programs, sober living options, and peer-based recovery groups such as SMART Recovery, Alcoholics Anonymous (AA), Narcotics Anonymous (NA), Marijuana Anonymous (MA), and Gamblers Anonymous (GA).
Whether you are just beginning to consider change or are already on your recovery journey, our psychologists will meet you with empathy, respect, and consistent support. We are here to help you move forward with clarity, connection, and purpose.
Non Judgemental Support. Lived Experiences. Real Impact.
Specialized Addictions Services
At Authentic You: Counselling, Assessment & Addictions Services Inc., our team of psychologists offer compassionate, evidence-based care that honours each person’s unique path, goals, and readiness for change.
Individual & Group-Based Services Include:
➤ Substance Use Counselling (Alcohol & Drugs)
Support for those navigating substance misuse, dependency, or addiction—whether working toward harm reduction or abstinence.
➤ Trauma-Informed Addictions Therapy
Addressing root causes such as trauma, grief, attachment wounds, and emotional dysregulation.
➤ Concurrent Disorders Support
Integrated care for those living with both addiction and mental health concerns like anxiety, depression, or PTSD.
➤ Behavioural Addictions Counselling
Specialized support for compulsive behaviours including gambling, sex, pornography, shopping, and screen/tech overuse.
➤ Relapse Prevention & Recovery Planning
Personalized coping strategies, safety plans, and tools to support long-term recovery.
➤ Motivational Interviewing (MI)
A non-judgmental, respectful approach to support individuals who feel uncertain about change.
➤ Family & Loved Ones Support
Therapy and education to help family members navigate boundaries, co-dependency, and healing together.
➤ Addictions Assessments
Comprehensive biopsychosocial assessments for treatment planning, workplace, legal, or medical needs.
➤ Psychoeducation
Evidence-informed education on addiction, the brain, and recovery to increase insight and empowerment.
➤ Youth & Emerging Adult Support
Developmentally appropriate care for adolescents and young adults navigating peer pressure, identity, and risky behaviours.
➤ LGBTQIA+ Affirming Counselling
Inclusive, culturally sensitive care that honours the unique experiences of LGBTQIA+ individuals in addiction and recovery.
➤ Online Addictions Counselling (Alberta-Wide)
Secure, confidential virtual therapy for individuals across the province.
Community Support & Recovery Navigation:
➤ Intervention Support
Guidance for loved ones considering a supportive intervention to help someone take the first steps toward healing.
➤ Resource Navigation & Referrals
Help connecting with recovery services such as:
12-step and non-12-step support groups
SMART Recovery, AA, NA meetings
Outpatient, IOP, and inpatient treatment
Medical detox, stabilization, and sober living
Aftercare and long-term recovery supports
Faith-based and culturally informed programs
Whether you're in crisis, supporting someone you love, or working toward long-term addictions recovery, we are honoured to walk alongside our clients through every phase of the journey.