Private, one-to-one support for alcohol or drug use in Vancouver.
something shifted — and it’s getting harder to ignore
You don’t need a plan yet — just a place to look at what’s been happening, clearly.
Support for people who want to deal with it before it becomes something bigger.
I’m Norman Fox — a private recovery coach in Vancouver.
I work one-to-one with professionals who want to change their relationship with alcohol or drugs — without stepping away from their lives.
This is practical support — not treatment, not a program — built around real life.
Start with a free conversation — we’ll figure out the next step together →
something shifted — and it’s getting harder to ignore
Private, one-to-one support for alcohol or drug use in Vancouver.
Support for people who feel something shifting — and want to deal with it privately before it becomes something bigger.
Norman Fox is a private recovery coach in Vancouver, working one-to-one with professionals who want to change their relationship with alcohol or drugs — without stepping away from their lives.
This is practical addiction and recovery support — not treatment, not a program — built around real life.
Start with a free conversation — we’ll figure out the next step together →
something shifted — and it’s getting harder to ignore
You don’t need a plan yet — just a place to look at what’s been happening, clearly.
This is support for people who want to deal with it before it becomes something bigger.
I’m Norman Fox — a private recovery coach in Vancouver.
I work one-to-one with professionals who want to change their relationship with alcohol or drugs — without stepping away from their lives.
This is practical support — not treatment, not a program — built around real life.
Start with a free conversation — we’ll figure out the next step together →
ABOUT
This is where I come in.
this is where I come in.
I work privately, one-to-one, with people who are starting to question their relationship with alcohol or drugs.
They want to take a closer look — without stepping away from their lives.
Most people I work with are still functioning—but something doesn’t feel right.
This is private, practical support — online or in person, built around your life.
If this feels familiar, let's start with a
ABOUT
This is where I come in.
I’m Norman. I live in Vancouver—and this is the work I do.
If you’re here, something probably happened recently — and you’re trying to make sense of it before everything unravels.
I work privately, one-to-one, with people who want to make real changes in their drinking or drug use — without stepping away from their lives.
I show up consistently — with careful listening and practical guidance.
A steady presence when things feel uncertain.
You don’t need to have all the answers to start.
And you don’t have to give up on the life you’ve been building.
I’ve spent years working with individuals and families in this city
—alongside decades of my own lived recovery experience.
I’m trained as a recovery coach, but more importantly, I understand how this actually plays out day to day.
this is where I come in.
I work privately, one-to-one, with people who are starting to question their relationship with alcohol or drugs.
They want to take a closer look — without stepping away from their lives.
This is private, practical support — online or in person, built around your life.
If this feels familiar, let's start with a
I live in Vancouver — and this is the work I do.
If you’re here, something probably happened recently — and you’re trying to make sense of it before everything unravels.
I work with people in similar situations who want to make changes in their drinking or drug use — but without treatment centers, programs or public records.
I show up consistently — with careful listening, practical guidance, and a steady understanding of how these things play out day to day.
I bring my experience and training as a recovery coach in Vancouver — but more importantly, my own lived experience.
You don’t need to have all the answers to start. And you don’t have to give up on the life you’ve been building.
you might recognize yourself here...
You’ve started to question your relationship with alcohol or drugs
You don’t need a plan yet. Just a place to talk honestly about what’s been happening — and what you’re starting to notice.
You want to make a change — but not step away from your life
We work one-to-one, in real time — around your actual schedule, not inside a program.
You’re looking for steady, private support
Consistent, practical support — conversations that help you stay oriented when things feel uncertain.
After a relapse — or when old patterns return
We slow things down and look at what’s happening — without judgment — so you can decide what comes next.
© 2026 Norman Fox | Bridgewalker. All rights reserved.
here’s how I work.
You might be wondering what a recovery coach actually is — or how this is different from counselling, therapy, or a treatment program. Some people ask how involved the support is, or whether this is something they can do privately, without it affecting their work or personal life.
If those questions are on your mind, there’s a page in the menu that explains the difference between a recovery coach and other types of support. It’s a simple place to get a clearer sense of how this works.
A free conversation is just a chance to talk — no pressure, just a way to see if this feels like a good fit.
This is practical, one-to-one support built around real life, not programs or labels.
What’s often missing for most people reaching out isn’t more effort — it’s space to think clearly.
That’s where we begin.
Real change doesn’t happen in isolation.
It happens over time — in daily decisions, relationships, work, and family life.
That’s where you and I work together — quietly, in your real world.
No waiting rooms, no HR, and no rigid programs.
Nothing needs to be explained perfectly before we talk, and you don’t have to hide anything.
Start with a free conversation — we’ll figure out the next step together →
if you prefer, you can look through
my rates →
You might recognize yourself here...
You’ve started to question your relationship with alcohol or drugs
You don’t need a plan yet. Just a place to talk honestly about what’s been happening — and what you’re beggining to notice.
You want to make a change — but not step away from your life
We work one-to-one, in real time — around your actual schedule - not inside a program.
You’re looking for steady, private support
Consistent, practical support — conversations that help you stay oriented when things feel uncertain.
After a relapse — or when old patterns return
We slow things down and look at what’s happening — without judgment — so you can decide what comes next - clearly.
People often tell me the same thing…
I reached out to Norman about six months ago — and we’ve been working together ever since. He’s been an absolutely phenomenal part of my recovery journey — supportive, understanding, and incredibly easy to talk to.
Our conversations never feel forced; he’s a great listener and has become a true friend along the way. I’m very grateful for the guidance and perspective he’s brought into my life.
Matt L.
Vancouver Client
You don’t need to have everything figured out before we talk. Most people come into that first conversation unsure of what to say — or where it’s heading.
You might be wondering if your drinking or drug use is becoming a problem — and you're ready to take a closer look.
That first conversation is simple. We talk about what’s been going on, what you’re noticing, and what feels uncertain. There’s no pressure to explain everything perfectly — and no expectation that you have answers.
If you decide to keep going, we take it one step at a time — at a pace that works for you, in a way that fits your life.
You can book a free conversation at a time that works for you.
Start with a free conversation — we’ll figure out the next step together →
if you prefer, you can look through
my rates →
Support for Families & Parents
When someone you love is struggling, it’s hard to know what to do —or even how to talk about it.
Most parents I speak with aren’t looking for a program.
They’re trying to understand what’s happening — and what actually helps.
You don’t have to figure this out on your own.
When Something Feels Off
When someone you love is struggling with alcohol or drugs,
the hardest part is often not knowing what to do —
or even whether to say anything at all.
Something just feels different.
Conversations feel tense.
Trust feels thinner.
You start noticing small changes — in behaviour, in mood, in how they show up.
Most families reach out before there’s a clear crisis.
It’s just a sense that something isn’t right.
You don’t have to wait for things to get worse before asking for help.
I often speak with parents who are worried about an adult son or daughter —and aren’t sure what to do next.
What I Do With Families
I don’t replace you.
I help you think clearly about what’s happening — and what your options are.
Sometimes that means sorting out whether what you’re seeing is actually a substance problem.
Sometimes it’s figuring out how to start a conversation that doesn’t immediately shut down.
We slow things down and look at the situation honestly —
without rushing to conclusions.
You Don’t Have to Hand This Over
Many parents assume the next step is a program, an intervention,
or some kind of drastic move.
Often, it isn’t.
The first step is usually understanding what’s actually happening —
and responding more clearly.
If this feels familiar, we can start with a conversation.
Confidential. Practical. No pressure.
I reached out to Norman about six months ago, and we’ve been working together ever since. He’s been an absolutely phenomenal part of my recovery journey — supportive, understanding, and incredibly easy to talk to. Our conversations never feel forced; he’s a great listener and has become a true friend along the way. I’m very grateful for the guidance and perspective he’s brought into my life. Highly recommend him to anyone looking for real, compassionate support in their recovery.
Matt L.
Vancouver Client