Drug & Alcohol Counselor, Licensed Mental Health Counselor, Psychotherapist and Therapist
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, Licensed Mental Health Counselor, Psychotherapist and Therapist
Founder & Clinical Director, ELLETEN Recovery
Sheena Shilton is the founder and clinical director of ELLETEN Recovery, bringing over 20 years of expertise in the fields of addiction, mental health, and trauma-informed care. As a Certified Addictions Counsellor (CAC II) and psychotherapist registered with the Canadian College of Professional Counsellors and Psychotherapists (CCPCP), Sheena is dedicated to helping individuals, families, and groups navigate the complex and often hidden emotional challenges associated with substance use, mental health disorders, and relational conflict.
ELLETEN Recovery is rooted in the belief that effective therapy supports clients in achieving balance and growth by addressing the hardships, stressors, and unforeseen events that impact daily life. Using a developmentally informed and client-centered approach, Sheena helps individuals explore how past experiences shape present-day behaviours, thoughts, and emotional responses. Treatment focuses on resolving distorted thinking, dysfunctional patterns, and emotional distress, particularly among those living with addiction and concurrent mental health concerns.
Sheena employs a psychoeducational and integrative framework, drawing on evidence-based practices such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing, Attachment-Based Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, Relational Therapy, and Trauma-Focused approaches. Her areas of specialization include, but are not limited to: substance use, co-occurring disorders, trauma and PTSD, codependency, emotional regulation, grief, domestic and emotional abuse, identity issues, self-harm, chronic relapse, and process addictions such as gambling, internet use, and eating disorders.
Over the past decade, Sheena has successfully operated a private practice and developed a Hybrid Addiction and Mental Health Intensive Treatment Program, a flexible therapeutic model designed to support individuals in recovery while accommodating their daily responsibilities. Her passion lies in helping clients break free from destructive behavioural cycles, rebuild self-esteem, and develop healthier relationships with themselves and others. This program has since evolved into a full-service addiction treatment center, now operating as ELLETEN Recovery, offering comprehensive care for a wide range of behavioural and substance use addictions. ELLETEN Recovery provides individualized and group-based support, addressing the complex emotional, psychological, and relational aspects of addiction recovery.
In addition to her clinical work, Sheena is the creator of "Breaking Barriers: Crushing Stigma in Addiction and Mental Health for the Workplace"—a specialized pre-crisis mental health workshop. This training initiative is designed to open the conversation around addiction and mental health in professional settings, particularly as mental wellness becomes an increasingly important workplace priority. The workshop explores the power of language in shaping perceptions of mental health, with a focus on replacing stigmatizing narratives with compassionate, inclusive dialogue. Participants are equipped with practical strategies to foster supportive and empathetic work environments, better recognize early signs of distress, and respond constructively before issues escalate into crisis.
Credentials & Specialized Training Include:
CCPCP – Canadian College of Professional Counsellors and Psychotherapists
CAC II – Certified Addictions Counsellor, Level 2
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Certification
Certificate in Trauma Counselling – Level 1
Mental Health First Aid Certification
Problem Gambling Certification – Level 1
Families Affected by Concurrent Disorders Certification
Self-Injurious Behaviour & Eating Disorders Training
Suicide Prevention Certification (ASIST)
CPI – Non-Violent Crisis Intervention
TCI – Therapeutic Crisis Intervention
- SLC in 2008
