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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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Providers listed54
Accepting new clients46
Typical reply time~27 hours
Average session$139/h

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54 Addiction Counselling specialists in Montreal

Melanie Girard, Specialized educator - View listing
Melanie Girard
Specialized educator, Therapist in relational help, Psychosocial worker
5-10 km awayOnline
French
Suffering related to mental health difficulties, Emotion regulation, Relational difficulties
From$32
Reduced rates from $32
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Fanny Matte, Social worker - View listing
Fanny Matte
Social worker, Helping relationship, Clinical counselor
Replies in 6h
3-5 km awayOnline
French, English
Anxiety, Depression, Burnout
From$94.50
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Irina Iacob, Social worker - View listing
Irina Iacob
Social worker, Psychotherapist
Replies in 35h
3-5 km awayIn-PersonOnline
English, Romanian, French
Emotional dependency, Alcoholism, Substance abuse
From$150
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Alexandra Maduro, Psychotherapist - View listing
Alexandra Maduro
Psychotherapist, Guidance Counsellor
1-3 km awayIn-PersonOnline
English
Anxiety, Life transitions, Mood disorders
From$180
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Lindsey Ackerman, Certified Canadian Counsellor - View listing
Lindsey Ackerman
Certified Canadian Counsellor, Drama Therapist, Naturopath
Replies in 35h
1-3 km awayIn-PersonOnline
English, French
Anger Management, Anxiety, Asperger's Syndrome
From$135
Reduced rates from $130
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Zeina Tall, Social worker - View listing
Zeina Tall
Social worker
Replies in 35h
3-5 km awayIn-PersonOnline
French
Anxiety, Mood disorders, Depression
From$130
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Caroline Collins, Psychology intern - View listing
Caroline Collins
Psychology intern, Registered nurse, Naturopath
Replies in 35h
3-5 km awayOnline
English, French
Anxiety disorders, Self-esteem and assertiveness, Personality disorder
From$130
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Salma Kasmi, Social worker - View listing
Salma Kasmi
Social worker
Replies in 35h
3-5 km awayIn-PersonOnline
Spanish, English, French
Anxiety, Sexual identity, Perpetrator of violence
From$110
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Provider overview

54

Practitioners available

46

Accepting new clients

$139/h

Average session price

27h

Average response time

3

Specialties: Therapy, Assessment and Speech therapy

7

Languages spoken

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Addiction Counselling pricing in Montreal by professional title

ProfessionAvg. hourly rate
Social Worker$114/hr
Psychologist$205/hr
Sexologist$89/hr
Counsellor$135/hr
Psychotherapist$160/hr
Psychoeducator$125/hr

Addiction Counselling pricing near Montreal compared to nearby cities

CityAvg. hourly rate
Montreal$128/hr
Westmount$132/hr
Outremont$128/hr
Mont-Royal$128/hr
LaSalle$132/hr
Longueuil$128/hr

Addiction Counselling provider breakdown by gender in Montreal

Female (74%)
Male (20%)
Other (6%)

Addiction Counselling provider breakdown by service mode in Montreal

In-person and online (77%)
Online only (23%)

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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.