![Amelia Perri, RN, BScN, MC](https://www.theravive.com/images/counsellors/amelia-perri.jpg)
Addiction Counsellor
Amelia Perri, RN, BScN, MC
RN, Psychotherapist
2535 Major Mackenzie Drive West, 2nd Floor Offices, Suite 216, Vaughan, Ontario L6A 1C6 | 1-888-340-4325
In my approach to addictions I work with clients to understand how the addiction may be helping them to cope and help them to learn alternate healthy coping mechanisms. Addressing related underlying issues may also be important in helping clients to leave the addiction behind. Although clients often find it difficult to let go of the addiction, they slowly feel ready as they begin to take steps and have more positive life experiences, which are also explored during therapy. Client strengths, motivations, hopes, and values are also considered and through these approaches clients begin to feel safe, satisfied, and happy living their life without the addiction.
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Addiction Counselor
Laura Kemp-Romas, MA, RP
Registered Psychotherapist & Clinical Director of EnerTherapy
Available for Online Therapy
"Addiction", whether it be over-using drugs, internet, sex, etc., is a means of seeking pleasure in order to mask difficult feelings and thoughts that you may be dealing with. Sometimes, the pain of difficult or traumatic experiences becomes so intense that we unknowingly turn to unhealthy means of gratification. It is my goal to collaboratively, delicately and thoughtfully explore the underlying reasons of your excessive use of drugs, internet, etc., and support the working through and acknowledgement of the feelings and thoughts associated with the underlying reasons. If you are persistent in obtaining health and a happier existence, you will experience healing and release from pain.
![Philip Starkman, MSW, RSW](https://www.theravive.com/images/counsellors/philip-starkman.jpg)
Addiction Counselor
Philip Starkman, MSW, RSW
Registered Psychotherapist
Available for Online Therapy
Addictions can appear in many forms including substance addictions, internet addiction, sex addiction, gambling addiction, shopping addiction, pornography, social media, excessive exercise, food, etc. Strong cravings with a loss of control can lead people to become addicted in spite of possible dire consequences. Counselling is one of several possible treatments available for addictions. Individual, group and family therapies have been found to be helpful in order to inform a client regarding the harmful effects the addiction may have on themselves, their friends, family and society. Promoting physical, emotional and spiritual well being is often critical for the rehabilitation process.
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Addiction Counselor
Junie Baek, RP
Registered Psychotherapist
Available for Online Therapy
Addiction is a multifaceted challenge, and understanding its roots is key to recovery. While I do not offer therapy sessions for addiction, we have several addiction specialists at Psychotherapy Collective who are available to schedule a free 15-minute consultation with you to ensure they are the proper fit for your journey. Visit our profiles at https://www.psychotherapycollective.ca/our-team
![Monika Georgieva, RP](https://www.theravive.com/images/counsellors/monika-georgieva.jpg)
Addiction Counselor
Monika Georgieva, RP
Registered Psychotherapist
Available for Online Therapy
Addiction is a multifaceted challenge, and understanding its roots is key to recovery. While I do not offer therapy sessions for addiction, we have several addiction specialists at Psychotherapy Collective who are available to schedule a free 15-minute consultation with you to ensure they are the proper fit for your journey. Visit our profiles at https://www.psychotherapycollective.ca/our-team
![Melissa Letourneau, RP](https://www.theravive.com/images/counsellors/melissa-letourneau.jpg)
Addiction Counselor
Melissa Letourneau, RP
Registered Psychotherapist
Available for Online Therapy
Addiction is a multifaceted challenge, and understanding its roots is key to recovery. While I do not offer therapy sessions for addiction, we have several addiction specialists at Psychotherapy Collective who are available to schedule a free 15-minute consultation with you to ensure they are the proper fit for your journey. Visit our profiles at https://www.psychotherapycollective.ca/our-team