Counselling & Addiction Service is Growing
Economist & Sun, Markham, Ontario - Sunday, November 23rd 2003
In the fast-paced world we live in, many of us find we lack coping skills. Many people are having problems with stress; feelings of restlessness and discontentment; relationships; alcohol or other drugs; grief or loss; careers; or simply stuck in an unhappy place.
John Derry & Associates is the first and only clinic in Markham to offer specialized expert treatment for the complex disease of addiction and other compulsive behaviours, and provides the highest quality individual and group counselling and addiction services.
"I am excited to have established services in my community. As a long-time resident, I recognize the need for addiction services in our area and feel passionate about doing what I can to help," explained John." I have seen addiction in my professional and personal life and understand its impact and the scarcity of resources to deal with it."
John has an impressive track record of success and is known for his outstanding interpersonal, communication and leadership skills. He offers a unique depth of expertise based upon his complementary proficiency in both pharmacy and addiction. John holds an Ontario pharmacist's licence and a Master of Arts degree in Addiction Counselling from the Hazelden Graduate School of Addiction Studies in Minnesota. The Hazelden Foundation is the world leader in the treatment of chemical dependency and the training of addiction professionals.
John's mission is to help people living with addiction, and those they love. People find help whether their problem involves alcohol or other drug use, gambling, food, internet use, shopping, smoking, work or exercise. Loved ones particularly benefit from the support of counselling. Help is also available for issues related to stress, relationships and families.
Services include a full complement of counselling programs based upon the most recent scientific advances in understanding addiction, including: assessments; individual and group counselling; relapse prevention programs; couple and family sessions; interventions; aftercare; and support groups.
"I am excited to continue to grow our programs and services," said John. "We have developed a professional association with Path Positive therapists who become an important part of the team offering complementary therapeutic expertise to provide positive support along the path to hope and health."
Women's support groups are booking now and are particularly helpful for those with difficulty dealing with feelings, assertiveness, low self-esteem, loneliness, recovery or alcohol/drug concerns within the family.
John is accepting new clients. Confidentiality is strictly respected.
