Addiction therapy and counselling

Addiction therapy is talking therapy for people whose use of alcohol, drugs or other behaviours has become hard to manage. It looks at the pattern itself and at what lies underneath it, such as stress, shame, trauma or relationships.

Addiction treatment can mean many things, from medical care and detox to residential programmes and talking therapy. Addiction counselling is one part of that picture: a confidential space to talk, understand patterns and plan change, on its own or alongside other support.

No. I offer talking therapy, not detox, rehabilitation or medical treatment. If you are thinking about cutting down or stopping alcohol or drugs, your GP can advise on doing this safely, and therapy can sit alongside that support.

Often, yes. Whether it is right to begin while you are still drinking or using depends on your situation, and we can talk about this during the initial call.

Online addiction therapy by video call may be suitable for some people. This can be discussed during the initial consultation.

Look for a qualified therapist who is registered with a professional body, has training in addiction and recovery, and feels like someone you can be honest with. I am registered with BACP and NCPS, with additional training in addiction recovery.

Individual therapy starts from £75. Fees can vary depending on the type of therapy, format and circumstances, and this can be discussed during your free initial consultation.