Sarah Montes, is a Lived Experience - Canadian Certified Addiction Counsellor, with the Canadian Addiction Counsellors Certification Federation. Sarah’s training and education include: Trauma-Informed Professional Addiction Studies, Concurrent Disorders,Internal Family Systems & Addiction and Non-Violent Crisis Intervention.
Sarah’s personal experience give her deep insight into the pain and need for compassionate support. Professionally, Sarah has held key roles in withdrawal management (Detox), as a primary counsellor in residential treatment and one on one addiction counselling in various clinic’s. Her approach combines empathy, deep understanding, and a strong belief in each person’s ability to transform their lives.
Sarah utilises her personal and professional experiences, offering guidance and encouragement to individuals and families seeking a fresh start. In addition, Sarah’s impact extends to professional development, public speaking and advocacy within the Addiction community, contributing significantly to the field.