The Connection Between Addiction and Complex Needs – Why Holistic Support Matters

At Restore Therapy, we often see the powerful and complex relationship between addiction (AOD: Alcohol and Other Drugs) and broader mental health challenges. Addiction rarely exists in isolation—it is often intertwined with trauma, housing instability, or neurodiversity.

What Are "Complex Needs"?

"Complex needs" refer to a combination of issues that may include:

Mental health diagnoses

Substance use

Disability

Past incarceration or homelessness

Trauma and grief

When these challenges coexist, it can create barriers to effective care and personal progress.

How Restore Therapy Helps

Stephanie Pinter brings a unique skill set as a specialist in AOD and complex needs, backed by experience working in correctional and community settings. Our therapeutic approach is trauma-informed, client-centred, and built around:

Understanding the root causes of behavior

Supporting NDIS participants with multifaceted needs

Equipping clients with realistic, personalized strategies

Healing is possible—but it often requires support that sees the full picture. That’s what we offer at Restore Therapy.

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