About Wion

I’m a counsellor with over 15 years of experience specializing in the field of addiction and addictive behaviours with co-morbid conditions.

In my private practice, I believe everyone is unique and needs to be heard and seen.  I walk the path with you on your journey of self-discovery on your road to recovery from addiction.

I am the Co-founding Director of Life Matters Outpatient Addictions Treatment Facility. My enthusiasm for recovery paired with over 20 years of personal recovery has helped me to develop a strong passion for treatment after-care. This prompted the creation of the Life Matters Outpatient program.

 I saw the need to assist individuals that can’t take the time out of their busy schedules to attend inpatient facilities or those who do not require such an intensive intervention. An Outpatient Treatment Program allows people to continue with daily life while being taught new skills to manage daily challenges.

“The greatest glory in living, lies not in never falling, but in rising every time we fall” – Nelson Mandela

My experience is a combination of hands-on training and outside study of CBT(Cognitive Behavioural Therapy) and MI(Motivational Interviewing). 

I have worked through every level of the Addiction Treatment profession at various rehabs such as Kenilworth Clinic (Akeso), Kaya (Akeso), Ixande and Start to Stop.

Counselling Approach

  • Dialectical Behavioural Therapy
  • Cognitive Behavioural Therapy
  • Relapse Prevention 
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • 12 Steps

Goals

I create a caring, non-judgemental space for individuals and families to feel safe to express themselves openly regarding their challenges and hardships. I work through your past, present and future goals with you. 

Past:  Addictions, unhealthy patterns of behaviour, trauma-related issues, unresolved anger or resentment, loss and relationships.  

Present:  Relapse prevention, living in the moment, mindfulness, developing structure and routine, resolving ambivalence, tools to manage current circumstances and communication skills.  

Future:  Goal setting: emotionally, physically, mentally, spiritually, financially, relationships, motivation and stress management. 

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