Addiction can affect anyone. This is true regardless of age, gender, education, ethnicity, sexual orientation, socio-economic status, religion, spiritual beliefs, mental health, physical ability or lifestyle.
Our caring and qualified staff treat people with alcohol, drug and/or gambling problems. We:
- provide counselling to help people make positive lifestyle changes and achieve their goals
- support family and friends who are impacted by a loved one's substance abuse and/or problem gambling
- provide all services in a confidential, non-judgemental and understanding manner
- work closely with mental health services to serve people with both a mental health and addiction concern
- collaborate with our community partners to offer an effective treatment system
Signs of addiction
Signs of addiction include:
- continuing to drink alcohol, use drugs or gamble despite negative consequences
- losing control over substance use, including the amount or frequency of use
- thinking a lot about, planning to get or craving drugs, alcohol or gambling
- experiencing physical and/or psychological symptoms when not drinking, using drugs or gambling
In addition, addiction can negatively affect your relationships with others.
Addiction services for adults
Withdrawal Management Centre |
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The Withdrawal Management Centre offers safe, non-medical and short-term residential services for people 16+ years of age who are:
You can also access the Withdrawal Management Centre while you are waiting for addiction treatment. Services include:
Services are available in languages other than English. Interpretation services are also available. ReferralsYou can refer yourself to this program. You do not need a doctor's referral. LocationWithdrawal Management Centre Phone: 905-456-3500 or 905-494-2120 ext. 22584 Hours: 24 hours a day, seven days a week |
Addiction counselling services (including problem gambling) |
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If your life has been impacted by substance use and/or gambling, we provide professional, compassionate care. We offer:
ReferralsYou can refer yourself to this program. You do not need a doctor's referral. LocationsPeel Memorial Etobicoke General Withdrawal Management Centre General inquiries and clinical intake: 905-494-2120 ext. 29385 Hours: Services are available Monday to Friday. Hours may vary by location – please call us at 905-494-2120 ext. 29385 for more program-specific information. |
Addiction services for youth
Youth addiction counselling services |
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This outpatient addiction counselling is specifically designed for youth 16-24 years of age. We offer:
ReferralsYou can refer yourself to this program. You do not need a doctor's referral. LocationWithdrawal Management Centre Phone: 437-231-5549 or 905-494-2120 ext. 28011 Hours: Services are available Monday to Friday. Some evening appointments are available. |
Frequently asked questions about addictions services
Do I have to pay for services? |
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No. All our programs are available to you free of charge. They are funded by the Ministry of Health. |
Do I have to stop using all substances to access these services? |
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No. We support both abstinence and harm reduction approaches. However, please note:
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Who are addiction counselling services staff? |
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Our addiction counselling services staff are skilled professionals with both educational qualifications and clinical experience. All are in good standing with their provincial regulatory bodies, such as the College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario and/or the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers. |
What if I want to stop counselling? |
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You have the right to stop counselling anytime. Your decision will not affect any programs or services you may receive in the future. |
I was told I need an assessment. What does this mean? |
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Your counsellor will begin an initial assessment during your first session. This includes the development of a treatment plan. If you are interested in residential treatment, you will usually require a more in-depth assessment. This can be discussed in more detail with your counsellor. |
Helpful contacts and resources |
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24-7 Crisis Support Peel Toronto Distress Line Peel Region Distress Line Spectra Help Line (multilingual) Alcoholics Anonymous Cocaine Anonymous Narcotics Anonymous Gamblers Anonymous Al-Anon |
If you are having an emergency, call 911 or go to your local Emergency Department.
