Matt Barnhardt Recovery Specialist / Substance Abuse Therapist (CSAT, CTP)

Matt is a substance abuse therapist who the Asia Pacific Certification Board and the International Association of Trauma Professionals have accredited.

Matt has over 14 years of experience in this area.
Matt started his career in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada, where he lived prior to moving to Thailand in 2013.

Matt specializes in high-risk youth and clients suffering from mental health and lack of ability to live a sober lifestyle.

Matt has worked extensively in both inpatient recovery programs and outpatient facilities in Thailand, as well as his own private practice.

Matt previously worked at The Edge Youth program, one of the only recovery programs in Thailand designed for young adults. This program specifically specialized in failure to launch, behavioral problems, ODD, ADHD, sober living, mental health, depression, anxiety, low self-esteem issues, family problems, fitness, relapse prevention strategies, alcoholism, kickboxing, life skills training, how to deal with peer pressure and having fun in recovery.

The Edge Youth Program was one of the most successful youth recovery support programs in the world before it closed during the COVID-19 pandemic. Many Canadian clients and their families credit Matt for his major impact on and shaping their loved one’s new life.

As someone in long-term recovery himself, Matt is able to share his own personal experience, strength, and hope with our clients and let families see how passionate Matt is about helping others recover from addiction.