Ian S Rabb | AIS

Ian S. Rabb

O.D., CCAC, CCIP CCRC

Clean Sober Now

68 Yale Ave, Winnipeg
Manitoba, Canada

(204) 479-3345

Dr. Ian S. Rabb is a distinguished certified addiction counselor, recovery coach, and intervention professional with over 23 years of experience in the field. As the founder of Clean Sober Now, he has successfully guided more than 250 individuals through their recovery journeys, helping them rebuild their lives and reconnect with their families while maintaining or securing employment.

Drawing from extensive training in various intervention methodologies, including Break Free Intervention Skills, Earl Hightower’s Training, and CanAm intervention training, Dr. Rabb brings a comprehensive approach to addiction recovery. His expertise spans across both Canada and the United States, where he has established multiple treatment centers and sober living facilities, demonstrating his deep understanding of recovery dynamics and family systems.

Services

Dr. Rabb’s approach is rooted in compassion and holistic support, focusing on destigmatizing addiction while promoting lasting transformation. His services encompass:

  • Personalized intervention planning and execution, working intensively with families, employers, and medical teams
  • Comprehensive case management for optimal treatment decisions and recovery outcomes
  • Individual counseling and family support services
  • Specialized expertise in working with high-net-worth individuals and family offices
  • Relapse prevention strategies and recovery capital development

His impact in the field has been widely recognized, including appearances on four episodes of A&E’s “Intervention.” Dr. Rabb’s work extends beyond traditional counseling to include advocacy and education, particularly focusing on marginalized communities and youth aging out of care systems.


What sets Dr. Rabb apart is his personal journey from addiction to advocacy, which informs his unique perspective and commitment to honest, authentic recovery work. His methodology emphasizes establishing firm boundaries while avoiding further stigmatization or shame, instead focusing on building recovery capital through love, honesty, and comprehensive support.

Dr. Rabb takes a specialized approach in supporting the entire family system throughout the intervention and recovery process. Understanding that addiction affects the whole family unit, he dedicates significant time to exploring and understanding each family member’s personal narrative, their unique experiences, and their role within the family dynamic. This deep dive into family histories, patterns, and relationships allows him to address not just the individual’s addiction, but the entire family system that may have been impacted by or contributing to the cycle of addiction. By engaging all family members in the healing process, setting healthy boundaries, and developing new communication patterns, Dr. Rabb has found that the chances of long-term recovery increase significantly. His family-centered approach ensures that every member has the tools, understanding, and support needed to contribute positively to their loved one’s recovery journey while also attending to their own healing and growth.

Based in Manitoba, Dr. Rabb maintains an active presence in his community while serving clients internationally. His mission continues to be empowering individuals and families with the tools, support, and guidance needed to achieve lasting recovery and transformation.

Professional Credentials

  • Certified Addiction Counselor
  • Recovery Coach
  • Certified Intervention Professional
  • Treatment Center Founder
  • International Recovery Advocate and teacher

Types of Interventions you are Trained to Perform:
Substance Use Disorders, Mental Health, Process Addictions, Eating Disorders

When did you become a member of AIS?:
2014