The Collaborative: Stratford Psychotherapy and Consulting
Addiction
Dr. Gabor Mate says, "It is impossible to understand addiction without asking what relief the addict finds, or hopes to find, in the drug or the addictive behaviour." Many of our therapists are experienced at working with addiction from a variety different approaches.
At The Collaborative, we have counsellors and therapists who are able to work with you through your addiction, or your recovery. Depending on your needs, we may provide counselling strategies, or help you to understand the dynamics and factors that influenced and led to your addiction.
Working with a skilled professional can help facilitate greater self-awareness. It can also bring about understanding and compassion for shame-filled parts of yourself. Therapy can lead to increased internal stability, increased capacity for connection with others, and increased resilience against future relapse.