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Find Addiction Counselling in Montreal

Addiction counsellors vary widely in what they treat: some focus on alcohol and drugs, others on gambling, sex, or behavioural patterns, and some work only toward abstinence while others support harm reduction. Promptd lists addiction therapists and counsellors across Canada so you can match substance, goal, and session format to a provider before booking.

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53 Addiction Counselling specialists in Montreal

Lindsey Ackerman, Certified Canadian Counsellor - View listing
Lindsey Ackerman
Certified Canadian Counsellor, Drama Therapist, Naturopath
1 to 3 km from Montreal
In-PersonOnline

Anger, Anxiety, Autism / ASD, Trauma, Eating disorders, Depression
Member of MIT-Team
Reduced rates from $130Low income
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Nathaniel Nurse, Registered Social Worker - View listing
Nathaniel Nurse
Registered Social Worker
1 to 3 km from Montreal
OnlineIn-Person

Anger, Depression, Grief, Life transitions, Anxiety, Teens
Member of MIT-Team
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Shimmon Hutchinson, Registered Social Worker - View listing
Shimmon Hutchinson
Registered Social Worker, Founder/Owner
1 to 3 km from Montreal
In-PersonOnline

Anger, Trauma, Anxiety, Co-parenting, Divorce, Addiction
Member of MIT-Team
Reduced rates from $95IVAC
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Samantha Lantagne, Canadian Certified Counsellor - View listing
Samantha Lantagne
Canadian Certified Counsellor, Guidance Counsellor
1 to 3 km from Montreal
OnlineIn-Person

Anxiety, Grief, Chronic pain, Eating disorders, Divorce, Life transitions
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May-Lee Paris Michaud, Sexologist - View listing
May-Lee Paris Michaud
Sexologist, Support relationship, Sex education talks
1 to 3 km from Montreal
In-PersonOnline

Infidelity, Non-monogamy, Eating disorders, Kink-aware, Couples
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Shana Williams, Social Worker - View listing
Shana Williams
Social Worker
1 to 3 km from Montreal
Online

Trauma, Anger, Infidelity, Children, Teens, Couples
Member of MIT-Team
Reduced rates from $95IVAC
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Sarah Filion, Sexologist - View listing
Sarah Filion
Sexologist
1 to 3 km from Montreal
In-PersonOnline

Sex therapy, Non-monogamy, Teens, Couples, LGBTQ2S+, Neurodivergent
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Irina Iacob, Social worker - View listing
Irina Iacob
Social worker, Psychotherapist
3 to 5 km from Montreal
In-PersonOnline

Burnout, Anxiety, Life transitions, Bipolar, ADHD, Addiction
Member of interconnexions-equipe
IVAC
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Provider overview

53

Practitioners available

42

Accepting new clients

$158/h

Average session price

18h

Average response time

2

Specialties: Therapy and Assessment

7

Languages spoken

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Addiction Counselling pricing in Montreal by professional title

ProfessionAvg. hourly rate
Social Worker$153/hr
Psychologist$212/hr
Sexologist$118/hr
Counsellor$158/hr
Psychotherapist$150/hr

Addiction Counselling pricing near Montreal compared to nearby cities

CityAvg. hourly rate
Montreal$148/hr
Westmount$180/hr
Outremont$137/hr
Mont-Royal$158/hr
LaSalle$165/hr
Longueuil$141/hr

Addiction Counselling provider breakdown by gender in Montreal

Female (77%)
Male (17%)
Other (6%)

Addiction Counselling provider breakdown by service mode in Montreal

In-person and online (74%)
Online only (23%)
In-person only (3%)

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Your questions, answered

What is addiction counselling?

Addiction counselling is talk-based treatment for substance use or behavioural patterns like gambling, sex, or food. Sessions focus on identifying triggers, building coping skills, addressing underlying issues, and planning steps toward your chosen goal, whether that is abstinence, reduced use, or behaviour change.

What is the best counselling approach for addiction?

There is no single best approach; effectiveness depends on the substance or behaviour, co-occurring issues, and your goals. Motivational interviewing helps with ambivalence, CBT therapy targets triggers and thinking patterns, and ACT therapy supports urge surfing and values-based change. Many counsellors combine methods rather than using one in isolation.

Does addiction counselling require abstinence, or does it support harm reduction?

Both approaches are practiced across Canada. Abstinence-based work aims for a full stop to use, while harm reduction focuses on safer use, reduced frequency, or moderation without requiring full cessation. Ask a counsellor directly which models they work with before booking so your goals line up from the first session.

What are the warning signs of addiction?

Common signs include needing more to get the same effect, failed attempts to cut back, continued use despite harm to relationships, work, or health, withdrawal symptoms when stopping, and use taking up increasing time or attention. A counsellor can help assess severity and decide whether outpatient counselling is enough or whether a higher level of care is needed.

What are the stages of addiction recovery?

A widely used model has five stages: precontemplation (not yet ready), contemplation (weighing change), preparation (planning), action (making the change), and maintenance (sustaining it). Relapse is treated as information about what needs more support, not failure. Counsellors match the work to the stage you are in.

How is relapse prevented in recovery?

Relapse-prevention plans identify high-risk times, build replacement routines, and practice recovery steps after slips. If intense emotions drive use, DBT therapy skills for distress tolerance can reduce relapse risk by giving you structured tools for the moments cravings peak.

Does addiction counselling address trauma or mental health alongside substance use?

Yes. Co-occurring trauma, depression, or anxiety often drives or maintains substance use, and treating use alone can leave the underlying driver unchanged. Look for counsellors who work with both concurrently, or consider pairing with a trauma and PTSD therapists provider if trauma is central to what keeps you using.

Can family or loved ones be part of addiction counselling?

Yes, with your consent. Family sessions address communication patterns, enabling behaviours, and how loved ones can support recovery without trying to manage it. Separate counselling and peer groups also exist for partners and family members affected by addiction in the household.

How long does addiction counselling take?

Timelines vary by substance, severity, and co-occurring issues. Early sessions focus on stabilization and goal-setting, then shift to skills work and relapse prevention over weeks or months. Maintenance sessions may continue less frequently for a year or more to support lasting change.

Is online addiction counselling a good option?

Yes, particularly for scheduling flexibility, privacy, or rural access. Look for structured relapse-prevention work, clear support planning, and confidentiality practices that fit remote sessions. online therapy is a good starting point for finding remote addiction providers across Canada.