SPECIALTIES
ADDICTION & BEHAVIOURAL INTERVENTION
Addiction and behavioral issues often require professional guidance for a positive outcome. These challenges are complex, and while many families may attempt to manage them independently, seeking professional help is critical to breaking the cycle. Interventions can be a transformative process, offering a structured approach to help individuals confront their addictions or behavioural patterns and motivate change.
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Addiction is often referred to as a "family disease" because it impacts everyone in the household. The entire family unit can suffer from the instability, emotional turmoil, and hopelessness that accompany these struggles. Intervention not only supports the individual but also helps restore balance within the family system. It empowers families to navigate their loved one’s journey toward recovery while offering the tools and guidance they need to heal together.
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Professionally led interventions have a remarkable success rate, with studies showing that when conducted by experts, the chances of positive outcomes are significantly higher. Families do not have to face these challenges alone, and professional support can be the difference between ongoing struggle and lasting healing.
CASE MANAGEMENT
In the context of addiction and behavioral interventions, this comprehensive, client-centered support service helps individuals and their families navigate every stage of the recovery journey - before, during, and after intervention.
Before intervention, it involves guiding families through treatment options, assisting with informed decision-making, and preparing everyone emotionally and logistically for what lies ahead.
During the intervention, it ensures a coordinated effort between the family and treatment providers, facilitating a smooth and supportive transition into care.
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After treatment begins, this support bridges the gap between intervention and long-term recovery by providing structure, accountability, and consistent follow-up. This may include goal setting, regular check-ins, liaising with treatment centers, making referrals to therapists or support groups, and tracking progress.
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Families also receive essential education, emotional support, and tools to foster healthier relationships and actively support their loved one’s recovery. Additional help may include navigating legal or employment concerns, planning for relapse prevention, and developing reintegration strategies. By offering continuity of care and a trusted point of contact, this service strengthens outcomes for both individuals and their families throughout the entire process.
INDIVIDUAL COUNSELLING
From the very first intake session, Chelsea is committed to fostering a strong therapeutic alliance within a supportive and exploratory environment. Individual therapy provides a space to process emotions, navigate life’s challenges, identify areas for growth, and set meaningful goals for change. Using a person-centred approach, Chelsea tailors each session to meet your unique needs, allowing safety and trust to develop at a comfortable, organic pace. Reaching out for support isn’t always easy—but it’s an important first step forward.
ADDICTION
Addiction can take on many forms and can be experienced with both substances (drugs and alcohol), and behaviours (such as gambling or sex). Typically, addiction involves repeating an activity despite the problems or negative consequences that it has in your life. Chelsea works with clients to assess their strengths, problem areas, severity of dependence and readiness to change. Battling addiction alone can leave you feeling hopeless and backed into a dark corner. Whether you're struggling in silence, or have a family member that you're concerned about - Chelsea can help.
GRIEF AND LOSS
Grief isn’t something we’re meant to simply “get over,” but an experience our lives grow around. Healthy grief is an active, natural response to loss - whether it’s a loved one, a career, a pet, your health, or a relationship. It’s essential to express the emotions that arise and explore ways to cope. While there's always a primary loss, the accompanying losses and their impact also deserve attention. There’s no single way to grieve - each person's experience is unique and valid. Sometimes, giving voice to your emotions helps integrate the loss into your new reality. Together, you can explore what may be holding you back and make space for what needs to be expressed.
TRAUMA & POST-TRAUMATIC GROWTH
Trauma is a response to deeply distressing or disturbing events that overwhelm an individual’s ability to cope, create feelings of helplessness, and disrupt one’s sense of self and emotional range. Chelsea prioritizes helping her clients establish safety and stabilization first. Without the ability to regulate emotions, processing the traumatic experience can be counterproductive. Together, you will first develop grounding techniques and build emotional safety. From there, the focus shifts to processing the trauma in a way that fosters healthy coping strategies and supports the path toward post-traumatic growth.