Searching for Addiction Counselling

A counselling and mediation centre with a network of professionals. Provide a wide range of services for families and individuals:

• anger Management
• family, couples, and individual counselling
• substance abuse counselling
• grief counselling
• EMDR
• groups and workshops

Provides general counselling to adults struggling with emotional issues, addiction, trauma, abuse, relationship and martial problems, anxiety, depression, lose, life changes and more. Also trained in yoga and meditation

Alternate location in Aurora, call for details.

Registered Psychotherapist of the Ontario College of Registered Psychotherapists, Registered Professional Counsellor, member in good standing of the Canadian Professional Counsellors Association (CPCA - Full Member)

Addiction clinic which provides Methadone, Suboxone, and Kadian treatment for opiate dependency. Other services provided are:

• Alcohol Addiction Treatment Program
• Referral to mental health services
• Smoking Cessation Program

Regular Service
Supports youth leaving the care of Children's Aid Society with school supports and help finding work, dealing with addictions and managing antisocial behaviours

• provides one-to-one peer mentoring, group workshops, and job search support
• provides access to resources such as computer, fax, printer and phone access as well as resume and cover letter assistance, job postings, community directories, job referrals, job fair information, employment program outlines and agency resource information

COVID-19 Update location is open and services are available

Walk-in and scheduled treatment for medication-assisted outpatient-based addiction treatment services and recovery. Treatment options and programming for a range of substance use disorders including:

• Opioid Use Disorder
• Alcohol Use Disorder
• Stimulant Use Disorder
• Poly-substance use

Treatment programs include counselling, psychiatry referral services, and connections to services offered through Ontario Works and the Ontario Disability Support Program.

Ask a Physician. Submit your questions on addiction and COVID-19 to the Simcoe Recovery Facebook page via messenger to have a Physician answer your questions anonymously.

Addiction counselling for youth between the ages of 12 to 24 residing in Barrie

• use a harm reduction approach to provide support regarding moderation, abstinence, alternative coping, family dynamics, peer interactions, and connecting to community resources
• include individual support, groups and outreach in high schools across Simcoe County
• support is also offered to those who are impacted by someone else's use
• All services are available in a blend of in person and virtual by secure email, voice, Ontario Telemedicine Network (OTN) or text

For immediate mental health assistance call:

• Mental Health Crisis Line (Mon-Sun 24 hours): 705-728-5044 or 1-888-893-8333; if your call to the crisis line is answered by an automated service, leave a message and a crisis counsellor will return your call promptly
• Telecare: 705-726-7922
• Kids Help Phone: 1-800-668-6868 or text CONNECT to 686868 to chat

Provides services to youth and adults, with substance abuse issues, and to concerned family members or friends, affected by the problem of alcohol, drug use or gambling

• services include counselling, case management and follow-up after assessment
• assessment process lasts approximately three to four sessions, and follow-up and support will go on as long as necessary
• acts as an information centre regarding addictions
• Designated by Ontario Ministry of Health and Long Term Care as the agency for gambling outpatient treatment
• All services are available in a blend of in person and virtual by secure email, voice, Ontario Telemedicine Network (OTN) or text
• offices distribute harm reduction supplies
• drop-in access to Addictions Counsellor at the Barrie Public Library, Downtown Location on Fri mornings
  

For immediate mental health assistance call:

• Mental Health Crisis Line (Mon-Sun 24 hours): 705-728-5044 or 1-888-893-8333; if your call to the crisis line is answered by an automated service, leave a message and a crisis counsellor will return your call promptly
• Telecare: 705-726-7922
• Kids Help Phone: 1-800-668-6868 or text CONNECT to 686868 to chat

COVID-19 Response

• Center is currently open by appointment only
• safety restrictions are in place, view details on BNFC Facebook videos
• some programs and workshops are still available online and can be accessed at BNFC Facebook page
• for more information or support call 705-721-7689 or email info@bnfc.ca or executivedirector@bnfc.ca

Regular Service
Supports the health and well being of Indigenous people, through fitness, nutrition and smoking cessation

Quick access to an addiction medicine specialist, individuals are seen by a member of the inter-professional team, as well as the physician or nurse practitioner

Services include:

• assessment
• advice and education
• group or individual counseling
• anti-craving medication or opioid substitution therapy
• service is short term and appropriate referrals are made for continued client care
• for people who cannot attend one of the clinics in person an appointment can be made with the Ontario Telemedicine Network (OTN)

Partnership between RVH and Canadian Mental Health Association, Simcoe County Branch and Muskoka Parry Sound Branches

Addiction clinic which provides Methadone, Suboxone, and Kadian treatment for opiate dependency. Other services provided are:

• Alcohol Addiction Treatment Program
• Referral to mental health services
• Smoking Cessation Program

Youth Mental Health Services are available in a blend of in person and virtual by secure email, voice, Ontario Telemedicine Network (OTN) or text

Case management

• for individuals 16 - 24 who live in Barrie and are experiencing serious mental illness and need assistance with things such as finding and maintaining housing, daily living skills, exploration of income supports, and making connections with community resources

Programs and workshops

• for youth between the ages of 12 to 24
• topics may include Self-Esteem & Healthy Relationships, Ending Self Harm, Peer Support
• programs and workshops vary, see website for details

Walk-in service/in-take service

• on Mondays from 1 pm-4 pm to help individuals who are looking for information and/or support regarding mental health and addictions
• staff will be available to discuss individual needs, provide connection to CMHA services, assist with information and referrals to other community services, and answer questions related to mental health and addictions

Parent and Caregiver Support

• on fourth Monday of every month from 6 pm-7:30 pm
• drop in group for parents or caregivers of youth experiencing mental health issues
• talk with others about their experiences and get information and support

For immediate mental health assistance call:

• Mental Health Crisis Line (Mon-Sun 24 hours): 705-728-5044 or 1-888-893-8333; if your call to the crisis line is answered by an automated service, leave a message and a crisis counsellor will return your call promptly
• Telecare: 705-726-7922
• Kids Help Phone: 1-800-668-6868 or text CONNECT to 686868 to chat

The Simcoe Muskoka office of the Canadian Cancer Society has shut down. For information and support call Ontario Office/Cancer Information Service at 1-888-939-3333.

Canadian Cancer Society office, services include:

• information on cancer, treatment, and risk reduction
• support for people living with cancer, family members and friends
• Wheels of Hope program provides rides to people needing transportation to cancer treatment appointments. Call 1-800-263-6750
• funds research on all types of cancer
• for information about hair donations see the Canadian Cancer Society website

Focuses on maintaining clean, healthy environments and providing information and programs to ensure that people in the community have safe food, clean water and protection from disease

• food services inspections in community
• process permits for public events where food is prepared and served
• animal bite investigation
• emergency response planning
• low-cost rabies clinics
• provide water bottles for well water testing
• tobacco use reduction, including cessation, prevention, education and enforcement
• information on clinics, West Nile virus, beach postings (advisories and closures) and more on website

COVID-19 Response

• Office is open to clients for pre-arranged pick up only
• Groups are cancelled at this time
• Services are being provided via phone or telemedicine Mon-Fri 8 am- 4 pm

Regular Service
Clients enrolled in the STOP (Smoking Treatment for Ontario Patients) study receive nicotine replacement therapy, including nicotine gum, lozenges or patches, free of charge and are monitored throughout the quitting process

• delivered by team of health care providers, with specialized training in smoking cessation
• interact closely with patients and their physicians

Centre provides: information about the risks associated with gambling and ways to avoid gambling problems information and assistance to people who are worried about their gambling, or the gambling of someone else support for casino staff concerned about a customer will refer caller to closest centre for confidential assistance

Focuses on maintaining clean, healthy environments and providing information and programs to ensure that people in the community have safe food, clean water and protection from disease

• food services inspections in community
• process permits for public events where food is prepared and served
• animal bite investigation
• emergency response planning
• low-cost rabies clinics
• provide water bottles for well water testing
• tobacco use reduction, including cessation, prevention, education and enforcement
• information on clinics, West Nile virus, beach postings (advisories and closures) and more on website

Family health care services delivered by nurse practitioners and team of health care professionals

Services are by pre-booked appointments only and are for registered patients only; no walk-in services

Clinic Services

• chronic disease management (such as diabetes, asthma, high blood pressure),
• prenatal care, healthy baby and pediatrics, Infant/Child CPR
• diagnosis and treatment of acute illnesses, infections and injuries
• cancer screening
• laboratory services
• immunizations
• palliative care
• counselling
• nutrition and health promotion, Summer Cooking Camp
• physiotherapy
• pharmacist

Smoking Cessation

• individual assessment, counselling and coaching to quit smoking
• prescriptions for nicotine replacement therapies and cessation medications
• motivational interventions
• referral to community resources
• referral to Smoking Treatment for Ontario Patients (STOP) Program, which includes free nicotine replacements and counselling (advance registration required)

Diabetes Conversations -- group program includes four weekly sessions

Healthy You Program -- 10 week program includes practical information on healthy eating, physical activity and emotional health; includes tools to help maintain healthy lifestyle

Mindful Eating Group

Healthy Kidneys Program

COVID19 - Closed until further notice due to COVID-19 precautionary measures.

Drop-in clinic for individuals looking for help with substance use including alcohol, pot, cocaine or opioids.

Services include:

• assessment
• diagnosis
• treatment plans
• counselling
• community referrals
• education

Clinic is offered in partnership with Addition Services of York Region (ASYR)

Quick access to an addiction medicine specialist, individuals are seen by a member of the inter-professional team, as well as the physician or nurse practitioner

Services include:

• assessment
• advice and education
• group or individual counseling
• anti-craving medication or opioid substitution therapy
• service is short term and appropriate referrals are made for continued client care
• for people who cannot attend one of the clinics in person an appointment can be made with the Ontario Telemedicine Network (OTN)

Partnership between RVH and Canadian Mental Health Association, Simcoe County Branch and Muskoka Parry Sound Branches

General pharmacy

Services include:

• Flu Shot
• Other non-flu immunizations
• Free Prescription Delivery Mon-Fri 1 pm-2 pm
• Medication Organizer Packaging
• MedsCheck
• Ready-2-Quit Smoking Program

Addiction clinic which provides Methadone, Suboxone, and Kadian treatment for opiate dependency. Other services provided are:

• Alcohol Addiction Treatment Program
• Referral to mental health services
• Smoking Cessation Program

Provides services to youth and adults, with substance abuse issues, and to concerned family members or friends, affected by the problem of alcohol, drug use or gambling

• services include counselling, case management and follow-up after assessment
• assessment process lasts approximately three to four sessions, and follow-up and support will go on as long as necessary
• acts as an information centre regarding addictions
• Designated by Ontario Ministry of Health and Long Term Care as the agency for gambling outpatient treatment
• All services are available in a blend of in person and virtual by secure email, voice, Ontario Telemedicine Network (OTN) or text
• offices distribute harm reduction supplies

For immediate mental health assistance call:

• Mental Health Crisis Line (Mon-Sun 24 hours): 705-728-5044 or 1-888-893-8333; if your call to the crisis line is answered by an automated service, leave a message and a crisis counsellor will return your call promptly
• Telecare: 705-726-7922
• Kids Help Phone: 1-800-668-6868 or text CONNECT to 686868 to chat

General pharmacy, services include:

• basic home health care supplies
• home safety equipment can be ordered
• mobility aids can be ordered (i.e. canes, walkers, wheelchairs)
• sports braces, splints and supports
• ostomy supplies (can be ordered)
• limited compression and support stockings
• provides seasonal flu shot, no appointment required
• blister packaging and dosette box filling
• limited custom compounding
• diabetic supplies
• diabetic counselling
• smoking cessation
• Meds Check consultations
• medication disposal
• needle (sharps) disposal with pharmacy-supplied container
• Naloxone kits and training

Free delivery for prescriptions only

Focuses on maintaining clean, healthy environments and providing information and programs to ensure that people in the community have safe food, clean water and protection from disease

• food services inspections in community
• process permits for public events where food is prepared and served
• animal bite investigation
• emergency response planning
• low-cost rabies clinics
• provide water bottles for well water testing
• tobacco use reduction, including cessation, prevention, education and enforcement
• information on clinics, West Nile virus, beach postings (advisories and closures) and more on website

Quick access to an addiction medicine specialist, individuals are seen by a member of the inter-professional team, as well as the physician or nurse practitioner

Services include:

• assessment
• advice and education
• group or individual counseling
• anti-craving medication or opioid substitution therapy
• service is short term and appropriate referrals are made for continued client care
• for people who cannot attend one of the clinics in person an appointment can be made with the Ontario Telemedicine Network (OTN)

Partnership between RVH and Canadian Mental Health Association, Simcoe County Branch and Muskoka Parry Sound Branches