Pamela Michienzi – Registered Art Psychotherapist and Addiction Care Provider

Pamela Michienzi is a Registered Art Psychotherapist with the College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario and a professional member of the Ontario Art Therapy Association. With more than 20 years of experience in mental health and addiction recovery, Pamela has worked extensively with families affected by a loved one’s substance use or gambling concerns. She provides compassionate guidance and practical strategies that help family members actively participate in the healing process, strengthen communication, establish healthy boundaries, and create a supportive environment for their own growth as well as the wellbeing of the family.

Pamela recognizes that addiction affects the entire family system, and she is dedicated to helping family members find hope, reduce feelings of blame or shame, and develop the skills and understanding needed to navigate these challenges. She also works directly with individuals in recovery, ensuring that both loved ones and family members have access to meaningful care and resources.

Her background includes more than a decade of front line work with Choices for Change Alcohol, Drug and Gambling Counselling Centre (now CMHA Huron Perth) where she supported youth and families impacted by addiction. She has also worked within community agencies, correctional facilities, school boards, government services, and private practice. In addition, Pamela facilitated Ontario’s Back on Track remedial program for impaired driving convictions and served as a relief System Navigator and Referral Specialist with ConnexOntario, gaining an in-depth understanding of how treatment programs and government funded resources are accessed throughout the province.

Pamela holds a Bachelor of Arts in Visual Arts with a minor in Psychology, a post graduate diploma in Art Therapy from the University of Western Ontario, and a Fundamentals in Addiction certificate from Fanshawe College.

Known for her warm and empathetic approach, Pamela has a proven record of helping families and family members actively engage in the process of healing and recovery. She believes that every person and every family has the ability to heal, grow, and build stronger, healthier relationships.