I provide services in both English and Farsi (Persian) and offer appointments in person at my office or online.
Where appropriate and within the scope of my professional role, I can prepare reports and documentation related to court-ordered Relapse Prevention and Anger Management programs.
“I have learned that people will forget what you have said, what you have done, but people will never forget how you made them feel.”
My name is Noushin Khasteganan, and I am a Certified Canadian Addiction Counsellor (CCAC) dedicated to providing compassionate addiction counselling, recovery support, and psychoeducation. I strive to create a safe, respectful, and supportive environment where individuals and families feel heard, understood, and empowered to make meaningful, lasting changes in their lives.
I earned my Medical Doctorate at GUMS (Guilan University of Medical Science) in Iran in 1996 and completed the “Newest Treatments in Addiction” course at “University of Social Welfare and Rehabilitation” in 2000.
I established an Outpatient and Residential Addiction Treatment Centre in Rasht, Iran in 2006. The certification of “Addiction Treatments with Agonists” from INCAS (Iranian National Centre of Addiction Studies” Tehran and official permission from GUMS in 2006, were received at the same time. My Canadian credential at MC Master University was earned in 2018 as “Addiction Care Worker”.
I have done research in the addiction field for years and my papers have been accepted in some of the most prestigious international Congresses including “ISPTID” congress in which my research won the award of” best research” in Little Rock USA’ of America in 2007.
My counselling approach is client-centred, compassionate, and non-judgmental. I work collaboratively with each individual, providing education, practical support, and guidance tailored to their unique goals and circumstances. My focus is on helping clients develop healthy coping strategies, strengthen resilience, build self-awareness, and support long-term recovery and personal growth.
I provide addiction counselling and recovery support for adults, adolescents (16+), seniors, and families.
Our Approach to Personal Growth
Everyone’s journey is different. We believe that meaningful change begins with understanding yourself, recognizing your strengths, and identifying practical steps toward the life you want to create.
Our focus is on providing a respectful, supportive, and welcoming environment where individuals can explore personal challenges, build confidence, improve relationships, and develop practical skills for everyday life.
Whether you’re facing life transitions or simply looking for personal growth, our goal is to support you with compassion, encouragement, and guidance throughout your journey.
My work is guided by evidence-informed counselling approaches that support personal growth, emotional well-being, recovery, and healthy life changes.
I integrate the following approaches based on each client’s goals and needs:
* Motivational Interviewing (MI)
* Recovery-Oriented Counselling
* Harm Reduction Principles
* Cognitive Behavioural Strategies
* Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)-Informed Strategies
* Schema-Informed Approach
* Person-Centred Approach
* Strengths-Based Approach
* Solution-Focused Approach
* Mindfulness-Based Practices
* Psychoeducation
* Relapse Prevention Planning
* Nature-Based Counselling
* Culturally Responsive Counselling
Building Healthy Life Skills
Personal growth is a lifelong process. Developing healthy habits and practical life skills can help improve everyday well-being and strengthen confidence when facing life’s challenges.
Together, we focus on areas such as:
- Building self-awareness
- Improving communication
- Developing healthy boundaries
- Strengthening resilience
- Enhancing problem-solving skills
- Increasing self-confidence
- Creating positive daily habits
Small, consistent steps can lead to meaningful and lasting personal growth.
Supporting Positive Change
Every person deserves to feel heard, respected, and supported. Our approach emphasizes collaboration, understanding, and helping individuals identify their own strengths and personal goals.
We encourage clients to develop practical strategies that promote emotional wellness, improve relationships, and support a balanced, fulfilling life while respecting each person’s unique experiences and values.
Our goal is to provide guidance that empowers individuals to make positive and sustainable changes in their everyday lives.
I educate key life skills:
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Self-awareness
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Increased self-esteem
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Effective communication
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Problem-solving
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Critical thinking