Michael Walsh Addiction Specialist Victoria

Michael has been a sober coaching mentor to me for over 8 months. He stands out for his warmth, generosity and professionalism and has a reputation for being the best in the business, not only here in Victoria but (I assert) in western Canada.

His outside the box approach to recovery is refreshing to me, and I can hardly thank him enough for his support and guidance in our relationship.

If you want to permanently address your problematic substance use, please contact Michael.

I worked with Michael over the past year to overcome a challenging addiction. Like many, I initially believed I could resolve this on my own, but I found myself trapped in a exhausting cycle of repeating the same bad habits. When I finally admitted I needed help, I was fortunate to find Michael.
Michael is an exceptional communicator and listener. He expertly assessed my unique situation and structured a recovery roadmap, clearly explaining the purpose behind every step. He balances unwavering honesty with deep empathy. In every session, he showed up as a true problem-solving partner rather than a preachy counselor.
What sets Michael apart is his lived experience. Having navigated the rollercoaster of addiction himself, he understands these challenges with a depth and breadth that no textbook can replicate. Michaels guidance profoundly changed my life, and I am eternally grateful. I highly recommend him to anyone seeking life-changing support for addiction.

It was such a relief to find Michael Walshs website when I was searching for a way to help a family member. Not only is it a wealth of information, but Michael was able to connect me with Mike Shea, who is very skilled and knowledgeable at guiding family members in the best methods to support someone with substance abuse problems. Mike is up to date and highly trained in the latest methods and research. He is experienced, caring and very pleasant to work with. He gave me much needed hope, and the knowledge to understand and support my family member, as well as to remember things such as self-care. I will always be grateful to Michael Walsh and Mike Shea for the work that they do.

For most of my life, I struggled with alcohol and weed. I tried many times to quit but never made it past a month. I knew deep down these habits were holding me back from the person I was meant to be.

Just over a year ago, I found Michael online, and hiring him was one of the best decisions Ive ever made. Ive now passed one year of sobriety, and the change in my life has been incredible. My health is the best its ever been, my business has grown tremendously, and most importantly, Im a better husband and a stronger role model for my two teenage daughters.

I dont have many regrets, but I truly wish I had done this sooner. If youre on the fence about working with Michael, do your future self a favor and take the leap. It can change your life.

Hello, my name is Pat. Im a 74 year old addicted to gambling and drugs. I had gone to a treatment facility in 2007 and faked my way through it. In May 2024 I was desperate to get the monkey off my back. My younger brother recommend Michael as somebody who could help. I contacted Michael thinking it probably wouldnt help. How wrong could I be? From the start his open approach, allowing me to describe what took me down the road I had been travelling without any judgement was so welcomed. He allowed me to describe what I wanted my life to become and helped me to see the path to that life. I cant say enough about Michaels help in kicking 20 years of addiction. Thank you Michael

Michael & his team have been incredible resources for support with family, friends & myself through navigating complicating life dynamics that can be affected during trauma, addiction & crisis. A truly dedicated team of professionals available to assist individuals and families who arent always sure what to ask for. 10/10 recommend their skills for anyone seeking guidance

Michael recently helped us through a major, life-threatening crisis involving our daughter. His intervention was absolutely crucial in our ability to navigate safely through it together. Not only did he help us when the situation was at its worst, he also provided invaluable guidance and direction on therapeutic options that enabled us to confidently enter the next phase of turning things around. When I recently informed him by phone of the positive outcomes, the joy was clearly evident in his voice. This is someone who cares deeply about his clients! We are so very grateful for his help. So, honestly, we simply could not rate Michael more highly for his professionalism, compassion and thoughtfulness.

Michael is truly helping me navigate my addiction. I was in such a terrible place close to a year ago with my alcoholism. Fortunately, with Michael's excellent guidance and help, I am well on my way to recovery. I feel much better now than I did at the depths of my addiction. Thank you, Michael, for guiding me to greener pastures.

It gives me great pleasure to write about Michael Walsh. I've known Michael since 2008. He is is an exceptional leader in the substance use and addiction field. He works with a variety of clients customizing a plan for each individual. Michael believes that true and lasting sobriety (if that is your path) is an opportunity to not only live without substances, but to thrive and live a healthy life of integrity, curiosity and compassion. Michael is professional, kind, understanding and gentle in his approach. I highly recommend Michael to anyone struggling with addiction issues.

Michael is a true professional, compassionate and highly skilled coach. He was invaluable in our loved ones recovery, he made him feel heard, understood and gave him back his confidence that he could get back on track ... I don't know how Michael juggles all that he does, but he does it with efficiency and kindness... and truly makes every client feel connected, family members included. We are so grateful to have found him and his team... K and P

Michael Walsh is a colleague, who we refer to often from our clinic. He is an absolute professional, who works with genuine compassion, care and understanding. He has helped countless lives, through his dedicated work! We can't recommend him highly enough!

After our son left his 9 week treatment at a drug and alcohol facility we felt he was on the right path but needed extra support. I reached out to Micheal Walsh and felt an immediate connection with him and knew he would be a good fit for our son. They had a weekly visit for over a year and our son looked forward to their conversation every week. It really kept him on the path to sobriety and it was a great comfort for my husband and I to know our son was getting support from someone who had been down the same path. I genuinely feel that Micheal is one of the kindest and calmest people I have ever spoken to on our sons journey and I highly recommend his services. Carol Patterson

Michael has been a great help to our family.

He prepared us for the ups and downs involved in a loved one going through recovery.

Very thorough and continuous check ins with everyone involved.

Never felt rushed or unheard when speaking with Michael.

His respectful manner and compassion makes this whole process a lot more pleasant knowing someone truly wants to help.

Refreshing and satisfied with the outcome of working with him on the journey.

Thank you.

It was a huge step to reach out and seek help with recovery. Michael is the perfect fit for me - kind, authentic and not afraid to hold me accountable. He is very intuitive, an amazing listener, calming and with vast experience. I would not be where I am in my recovery had I not been fortunate enough to work with Michael. I look forward to every session and leave having grown.

I highly recommend Michael Walsh to anyone who struggles with addiction or has a loved one that is. Michael was recommended to me and I am so indebted and grateful for that referral. Michael is knowledgeable, helpful, patient, compassionate and non- judgmental. This past year has been a tough one. I that feel without Michaels support and guidance it could have been a disastrous one. Our family is taking and rejoicing in each and every positive step. Thank you Michael. I feel so very blessed to have had you with us on this journey to recovery. Tina

When I met Michael, my life was in disarray. His influence on me goes beyond wordstruly transformative. Rare are those who embody love and compassion in their work, free from the grasp of money or status. Michael's actions speak louder than words, guiding me on the path to recovery. Today, I proudly stand 90 days clean, a stark contrast to the hopelessness I felt just three months ago. Michael swiftly orchestrated the support and treatments I needed to face my struggles head-on. I've emerged a better person because of him. Even after our sessions ended, he continues to check in, a testament to his genuine care. Thank you, Michael, for your unwavering kindness and friendship. Keep shining your lightthe world needs more souls like you.

Michael's exceptional knowledge, expertise and guidance have been invaluable while navigating the difficult, scary and emotional reality of a family member's SUD. Before I met him, I had no idea where to turn as there is not a SUD resource center in Victoria. I feel so fortunate that I was referred to Michael who provided intervention support, referrals to treatment facilities, case management, recovery coaching and ongoing family support. Michael and his team are pioneering a much needed comprehensive care and resource program on the island. Michael has been an incredible resource for myself and my family during a time of crisis, I will be forever grateful and I highly recommend working with him.

Michael is a fantastic resource. I have been a client of him for several years. He has been an incredibly supportive coach for myself, and for my family. Michael is a role model, a key listener, and has a world of patience experience to boot. I highly recommend his services, he has helped me change my life for the better.

Michael's support and guidance has made my journey of quitting alcohol and living a cleaner live a much simpler and attainable process. Michael is a great coach whom I highly recommend to anyone that wants to make a lasting change.

If you or a family member, need help or support dealing with substance abuse and addiction that has become unmanageable, I would encourage you to reach out to Michael Walsh Sobriety Coach. My experience with Michael and his team has been one of acceptance, non-judgment, and compassion; with the expertise to guide you down a new path of hope and recovery. I've witnessed Michael help others turn their lives around due to his caring nature, intuition, and professionalism. If you are serious about making a change in your life, I highly recommend contacting Michael.

When our family member had hit her bottom, destitute and self-sabatoging, Michael and his team helped us find a way forward. His vast network of caring professionals provided quality options for care, connections to legal help, and a coping strategy for us. He is patient, kind, knowledgable, and dedicated to treating every member of our family with respect. We're convinced his careful and non-confrontational approach was the only one that had a chance of working on our family member, who is bright and creative and in her senior years. Thanks to Michael and his team, she now has a chance at a much better life.

I retained Michael and Dylan to help plan an Intervention for a loved one. The invitational approach was different than what we did the first time and it was surprisingly relatively smooth, calm and seamless and most importantly it was successful! Michael and Dylan are responsive, efficient, patient and organized. They walked my family through every step of the way leading up to and including inviting our loved one to join in the family meeting, attending in person the day of the family meeting and providing regular and continued support after.

Ayaz Shah

I recently had to make a trip from Ottawa to VIctoria to help my son who had succumbed to his alcohol addiction. He was in really bad shape and he needed to get into a rehab centre quickly. I had no knowledge of the rehab centres in BC or how to get him into one. A counselor recommended contacting Michael Walsh. I am so glad I did...Michael was a life saver. Michael is thoroughly knowledgeable of all of the rehab facilities in BC. and he coordinated the route to getting my son admitted into an excellent rehab facility. Michael was very supportive and understanding throughout the process and provided wonderful guidance in many ways to both my son and myself. He was also someone I could confide in. My son is out of rehab now and doing great! I am so grateful to Michael for everything he did. I totally recommend MIchael.

Our family is immensely grateful for the help and support my brother received from Michael & Dylan. From the start, they were professional, non-judgemental, understanding, knowledgeable, helpful, empathetic and supportive. We were at a point where we were unsure on how to get our family member to seek help & treatment. Michael & Dylan spoke with all of us individually to understand our situation. I appreciate their approach from a love-first perspective. I think this was the key to our success in helping my brother go to treatment and he is now 7 months sober! We are forever grateful for all the help & support we received from Michael & Dylan. I highly recommend their services to anyone who needs help for themselves or for a loved one.