Barb has worked in mental health and substance use treatment services for over 25 years and specializes in working with clients who have co-occurring disorders (mental health and substance use) and substance use disorder or concerns surrounding the use of substances. She has a Bachelor of Arts Degree from the University of Saskatchewan in Psychology, a Diploma in Addictions Counselling from Saskatchewan Polytechnic. She also has a master’s degree from the University of South Dakota in Addictions Counselling and Prevention with a specialization in co-occurring disorders. Barb uses evidence-based practices to guide her work and has experience working with:

• Clients with concerns surrounding their substance use

• Clients with substance use disorder

• Clients who have issues related to gambling

• Clients whose loved ones are experiencing difficulties with substance use/gambling

• Clients with co-occurring mental health issues such as anxiety, bipolar disorder,

• major depressive disorder, psychosis and substance use

• Barb views substance use as a health condition that is treatable and meets clients where they are at. She also encourages clients to reflect on their substance use and mental health impact on their lives. Recovery and Risk reduction are possible.

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She works with individuals 16+