Alcohol Use Counselling in Leeds
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You are the expert on yourself and your life. Making the first step is often the hardest, when emotions become too overwhelming for you to cope with alone and you feel you are unable to share them with people who you are closest to. This is where I can help and this is what I can offer you. I'm a qualified Counsellor and registered member of British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) Everyone has their struggles from time to time, and what took me down the path of becoming a counsellor was my desire to help those in need, overcome their own personal obstacles. I can offer you a safe confidential non-judgemental
You are the expert on yourself and your life. Making the first step is often the hardest, when emotions become too overwhelming for you to cope with alone and you feel you are unable to share them with people who you are closest to. This is where I can help and this is what I can offer you. I'm a qualified Counsellor and registered member of British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) Everyone has their struggles from time to time, and what took me down the path of becoming a counsellor was my desire to help those in need, overcome their own personal obstacles. I can offer you a safe confidential non-judgemental
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Deciding to have counselling may seem a difficult step to take especially when your feeling stressed, anxious or vulnerable. Choosing which therapist and approach is right for you can seem overwhelming. The key to successful and effective therapy is the client/counsellor relationship. Regardless of the counselling approach used. I am an experienced and qualified therapist, who offers short and longer term counselling for individuals. I am an accredited member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) This can assure the client that I maintain a high level of professional practice.
Deciding to have counselling may seem a difficult step to take especially when your feeling stressed, anxious or vulnerable. Choosing which therapist and approach is right for you can seem overwhelming. The key to successful and effective therapy is the client/counsellor relationship. Regardless of the counselling approach used. I am an experienced and qualified therapist, who offers short and longer term counselling for individuals. I am an accredited member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) This can assure the client that I maintain a high level of professional practice.
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We are a team of qualified counsellors from diverse background with varying experiences and counselling approaches. We are offering affordable counselling to individuals who are experiencing emotional difficulties. We offer a safe, compassionate and non-judgemental space where you will be accepted and listened to. You will be supported to explore your thoughts and feelings. Through this process of working together, you can develop your own self awareness and a better understanding of your difficulties and then choose your own ways of coping.
We are a team of qualified counsellors from diverse background with varying experiences and counselling approaches. We are offering affordable counselling to individuals who are experiencing emotional difficulties. We offer a safe, compassionate and non-judgemental space where you will be accepted and listened to. You will be supported to explore your thoughts and feelings. Through this process of working together, you can develop your own self awareness and a better understanding of your difficulties and then choose your own ways of coping.
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I am a BACP Accredited Counsellor and Psychotherapist with over 15 years of experience. I provide a bespoke service to individuals. I am a caring and compassionate person who strives to create a trusting and secure environment. I offer a non-judgemental safe space, where you can talk about any issues you may want to bring to therapy, and work at a pace that suits you. Are you experiencing emotional distress, feeling stuck or confused with your thoughts and feelings? Are you feeling in a state of crisis? Whether it is the past or current issues affecting your personal-professional life, I am here to help you.
I am a BACP Accredited Counsellor and Psychotherapist with over 15 years of experience. I provide a bespoke service to individuals. I am a caring and compassionate person who strives to create a trusting and secure environment. I offer a non-judgemental safe space, where you can talk about any issues you may want to bring to therapy, and work at a pace that suits you. Are you experiencing emotional distress, feeling stuck or confused with your thoughts and feelings? Are you feeling in a state of crisis? Whether it is the past or current issues affecting your personal-professional life, I am here to help you.
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Want to feel like your normal self again? Sometimes a listening ear and understanding is what you need. I am here to offer you my time, respect and acceptance. I use an integrative approach - tailoring the therapy to my client's needs, and not the client to one specific approach. I am fully qualified and experienced in both short-term and long-term face-to-face therapy. I create a good therapeutic relationship with each client, normalising individuality in a comfortable space. I work in a completely confidential, non-judgemental, fair and equal manner.
Want to feel like your normal self again? Sometimes a listening ear and understanding is what you need. I am here to offer you my time, respect and acceptance. I use an integrative approach - tailoring the therapy to my client's needs, and not the client to one specific approach. I am fully qualified and experienced in both short-term and long-term face-to-face therapy. I create a good therapeutic relationship with each client, normalising individuality in a comfortable space. I work in a completely confidential, non-judgemental, fair and equal manner.
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Hi, I'm Vicky. Are you feeling stuck in your life? Are you tired of repeating the same, unhelpful, behaviour patterns? Perhaps you've had a major loss or life transition and feel that you've lost your direction? I am an experienced UKCP registered psychotherapist who has worked with individuals and groups for five years in my private practice and in a specialist addictions treatment centre.
Hi, I'm Vicky. Are you feeling stuck in your life? Are you tired of repeating the same, unhelpful, behaviour patterns? Perhaps you've had a major loss or life transition and feel that you've lost your direction? I am an experienced UKCP registered psychotherapist who has worked with individuals and groups for five years in my private practice and in a specialist addictions treatment centre.
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I have vast experience of counselling both adults and children having worked in private practice and in schools. My experience has given me a great understanding of how our childhood can impact our adult life. I use my experience and counselling knowledge to develop bespoke therapy sessions for each individual client. My focus is on helping you to move forward and address whatever it is that you feel is holding you back in life. For me the most important thing is that the sessions are for you, and I’m here to work alongside you.
I have vast experience of counselling both adults and children having worked in private practice and in schools. My experience has given me a great understanding of how our childhood can impact our adult life. I use my experience and counselling knowledge to develop bespoke therapy sessions for each individual client. My focus is on helping you to move forward and address whatever it is that you feel is holding you back in life. For me the most important thing is that the sessions are for you, and I’m here to work alongside you.
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I Work with a number of issues. Depression Addiction Grief Relationship issues, anxiety stress. I offer couple counselling I am accredited with 21 years experience, I teach counselling and keep up to date with my work. I offer excellent Addiction therapy offering extensive experience and knowledge about alcoholism and drug addiction. I work in a confidential manner giving my clients the support needed to get results. I integrate my therapies using a variety of methods. Person centred Psychodynamic Cognitive Behaviour, EMDR, TA, Gestalts', I use what model is best for the clients issues. Call, text or email me for an appointment.
I Work with a number of issues. Depression Addiction Grief Relationship issues, anxiety stress. I offer couple counselling I am accredited with 21 years experience, I teach counselling and keep up to date with my work. I offer excellent Addiction therapy offering extensive experience and knowledge about alcoholism and drug addiction. I work in a confidential manner giving my clients the support needed to get results. I integrate my therapies using a variety of methods. Person centred Psychodynamic Cognitive Behaviour, EMDR, TA, Gestalts', I use what model is best for the clients issues. Call, text or email me for an appointment.
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I work with individuals & couples. All genders, identities & backgrounds are welcome. I'm passionate about empowerment and improving overall self-confidence to help you develop a positive relationship with yourself and others. I use range of techniques from different approaches to ensure I work in a way that suits you personally. I am happy to work with a range of different concerns within therapy. For couples we can work through issues such as communication difficulties, problem solving, lack of intimacy, sex drive, feeling disconnected, financial worries, work stress, infidelity, trust and more
I work with individuals & couples. All genders, identities & backgrounds are welcome. I'm passionate about empowerment and improving overall self-confidence to help you develop a positive relationship with yourself and others. I use range of techniques from different approaches to ensure I work in a way that suits you personally. I am happy to work with a range of different concerns within therapy. For couples we can work through issues such as communication difficulties, problem solving, lack of intimacy, sex drive, feeling disconnected, financial worries, work stress, infidelity, trust and more
Hello and welcome to my profile. I am an Integrative counsellor/psychotherapist and EMDR Therapist. (Please note EMDR Is £100PH/Psychotherapy £65PH). I combine different modalities of explicit therapies to cater to each person holistically as an individual with your unique needs and circumstances. Sometimes we need a place where we can be heard, validated, and understood. I have a non-judgemental attitude and offer empathy, unconditional positive regard, and a place to feel safe as we work through your difficulties. Specialist areas My specialist area is to work with you in a person-centred and psychodynamic/psychoanalytic way.
Hello and welcome to my profile. I am an Integrative counsellor/psychotherapist and EMDR Therapist. (Please note EMDR Is £100PH/Psychotherapy £65PH). I combine different modalities of explicit therapies to cater to each person holistically as an individual with your unique needs and circumstances. Sometimes we need a place where we can be heard, validated, and understood. I have a non-judgemental attitude and offer empathy, unconditional positive regard, and a place to feel safe as we work through your difficulties. Specialist areas My specialist area is to work with you in a person-centred and psychodynamic/psychoanalytic way.
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I am a counsellor and hypnotherapist, working with adults and teenagers, I work with issues such as adult survivors of sexual abuse, relationship issues, anxiety, stress, suicide,confidence building, pain relief, depression, low self esteem, regression work, anger, domestic violence, sexual abuse, bereavement, trauma, bullying, self harm, phobia's, insomnia, weight loss, stopping smoking and other issues I am a qualified and experienced counsellor and hypnotherapist, I am a member of BACP. I have worked with DISC a drugs rehabilitation unit in Leeds and I also volunteered for BARCA Reaching out Counselling & psychotherapy services
I am a counsellor and hypnotherapist, working with adults and teenagers, I work with issues such as adult survivors of sexual abuse, relationship issues, anxiety, stress, suicide,confidence building, pain relief, depression, low self esteem, regression work, anger, domestic violence, sexual abuse, bereavement, trauma, bullying, self harm, phobia's, insomnia, weight loss, stopping smoking and other issues I am a qualified and experienced counsellor and hypnotherapist, I am a member of BACP. I have worked with DISC a drugs rehabilitation unit in Leeds and I also volunteered for BARCA Reaching out Counselling & psychotherapy services
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I am a genuine, caring and insightful professional who creates a safe therapeutic space in which to foster self-awareness, mindfulness, personal growth and transformation. The decision to seek therapy is often not a simple one but once taken it marks a commitment to care for yourself that may then be fostered in our work together until you are able to meet your dilemmas or troubles with more understanding, gentleness, and greater ease.
I am a genuine, caring and insightful professional who creates a safe therapeutic space in which to foster self-awareness, mindfulness, personal growth and transformation. The decision to seek therapy is often not a simple one but once taken it marks a commitment to care for yourself that may then be fostered in our work together until you are able to meet your dilemmas or troubles with more understanding, gentleness, and greater ease.
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In this fast moving, ever-changing and demanding world it can feel difficult to keep your head above water. No matter how hard you try you don't seem to be able to stay afloat. It's hard to know what to do, where to go or who to turn to during these times, and are often left feeling lost and alone. You may even understand whats troubling you but are no closer to a resolve and if anything it just makes it all more challenging. Therapy is a space in which you can explore all of these things safely and with compassionate support to help you find peace and bring some balance to your life.
In this fast moving, ever-changing and demanding world it can feel difficult to keep your head above water. No matter how hard you try you don't seem to be able to stay afloat. It's hard to know what to do, where to go or who to turn to during these times, and are often left feeling lost and alone. You may even understand whats troubling you but are no closer to a resolve and if anything it just makes it all more challenging. Therapy is a space in which you can explore all of these things safely and with compassionate support to help you find peace and bring some balance to your life.
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When it’s not always possible to chat to a friend or loved one about personal issues counselling can be really helpful. Using a warm and down to earth style my sessions will use techniques to help discover the underlying symptoms, using a non direct approach. This will allow us to explore any issues you have, develop ways to overcome them, and move forward positively at a pace that feels right for you. As a fully qualified therapist, I offer help if you suffer emotional from problems with low self esteem, relationships, work related stress, abuse, child related issues, abandonment, drug abuse and addiction, amongst many others.
When it’s not always possible to chat to a friend or loved one about personal issues counselling can be really helpful. Using a warm and down to earth style my sessions will use techniques to help discover the underlying symptoms, using a non direct approach. This will allow us to explore any issues you have, develop ways to overcome them, and move forward positively at a pace that feels right for you. As a fully qualified therapist, I offer help if you suffer emotional from problems with low self esteem, relationships, work related stress, abuse, child related issues, abandonment, drug abuse and addiction, amongst many others.
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I am a fully qualified, experienced Counsellor and a registered member of the BACP. I offer a professional service to support you in overcoming difficulties you may be experiencing in life. There may be many reasons why you feel you need to access some extra help other than talking to family and friends, Counselling will provide time and space for you to be listened to when you need it most. I will provide you a safe, confidential, non-judgemental ethical space working alongside you to identify and focus on your concerns moving towards understanding, acceptance and a changed outlook on life.
I am a fully qualified, experienced Counsellor and a registered member of the BACP. I offer a professional service to support you in overcoming difficulties you may be experiencing in life. There may be many reasons why you feel you need to access some extra help other than talking to family and friends, Counselling will provide time and space for you to be listened to when you need it most. I will provide you a safe, confidential, non-judgemental ethical space working alongside you to identify and focus on your concerns moving towards understanding, acceptance and a changed outlook on life.
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Hi I'm Grace, a qualified and registered Counsellor. I offer one-to-one and couples counselling to adults. If you're here, chances are you're looking for help...You may be struggling with a personal issue and feeling that something has to change. You might be feeling anxious and alone with your problem and wondering if anyone will understand. Maybe a recent loss or life change has left you feeling like you cannot cope. Or perhaps experiences from your past are affecting your ability to live your life fully today.
Hi I'm Grace, a qualified and registered Counsellor. I offer one-to-one and couples counselling to adults. If you're here, chances are you're looking for help...You may be struggling with a personal issue and feeling that something has to change. You might be feeling anxious and alone with your problem and wondering if anyone will understand. Maybe a recent loss or life change has left you feeling like you cannot cope. Or perhaps experiences from your past are affecting your ability to live your life fully today.
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Hi. My name’s Josh. I am a Leeds based Integrative psychotherapist, counsellor and supervisor. This means I am not restricted to working in one particular way. So I will adapt the way I work with you to suit you. I work short and long term with adults (18+) in an holistic way, from a humanistic and relational perspective. I offer a safe, confidential, non-judgmental, space to pause and reflect on your reasons for choosing to enter therapy, whilst working collaboratively with you towards your hopes for your future self.
Hi. My name’s Josh. I am a Leeds based Integrative psychotherapist, counsellor and supervisor. This means I am not restricted to working in one particular way. So I will adapt the way I work with you to suit you. I work short and long term with adults (18+) in an holistic way, from a humanistic and relational perspective. I offer a safe, confidential, non-judgmental, space to pause and reflect on your reasons for choosing to enter therapy, whilst working collaboratively with you towards your hopes for your future self.
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I am passionate about helping people to understand and unstick difficult patterns in their lives. When traumatic or stressful events happen, we make sense of them as best we can at the time. Sometimes this leaves us with ways of feeling and coping that don’t work as well in our current lives, maybe causing problems in our relationships or with our wellbeing. I help people struggling with anxiety, grief, low self-esteem and other problems to find new ways of coping, and to work towards living a more fulfilling and balanced life. If you are feeling overwhelmed or stuck, I can offer a space to step back and find a new way forward.
I am passionate about helping people to understand and unstick difficult patterns in their lives. When traumatic or stressful events happen, we make sense of them as best we can at the time. Sometimes this leaves us with ways of feeling and coping that don’t work as well in our current lives, maybe causing problems in our relationships or with our wellbeing. I help people struggling with anxiety, grief, low self-esteem and other problems to find new ways of coping, and to work towards living a more fulfilling and balanced life. If you are feeling overwhelmed or stuck, I can offer a space to step back and find a new way forward.
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Are you overwhelmed with events, feelings or relationships? Have you reached the point where you just need some support? You might be struggling with your past, with relationships, a bereavement or feeling a pressure to be something you're not. Many of my clients have had early life experiences that are really difficult to bear, contributing to anxiety, depression or both. They are coping, and surviving, but maybe in ways that they don't want to do any more.
Are you overwhelmed with events, feelings or relationships? Have you reached the point where you just need some support? You might be struggling with your past, with relationships, a bereavement or feeling a pressure to be something you're not. Many of my clients have had early life experiences that are really difficult to bear, contributing to anxiety, depression or both. They are coping, and surviving, but maybe in ways that they don't want to do any more.
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I offer a safe, non-judgemental space for Survivors of Childhood Sexual abuse and Survivors of Domestic Abuse. I am passionate about empowering you to heal from traumatic experiences and grow in any way that works for you and your life. Experienced in working with Survivors of Sexual Abuse and Domestic abuse, I know I can be with you every step of the way, being with you during the darker times to help you process your thoughts and feelings, and being with you to celebrate your breakthroughs and growth and healing!
I offer a safe, non-judgemental space for Survivors of Childhood Sexual abuse and Survivors of Domestic Abuse. I am passionate about empowering you to heal from traumatic experiences and grow in any way that works for you and your life. Experienced in working with Survivors of Sexual Abuse and Domestic abuse, I know I can be with you every step of the way, being with you during the darker times to help you process your thoughts and feelings, and being with you to celebrate your breakthroughs and growth and healing!
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Alcohol Use Counsellors
Are there specific medications for alcohol use?
There are oral medications approved to treat alcohol use disorder—such as disulfiram, acamprosate, and naltrexone, which also comes in an injectable form. These medications do help people reduce their drinking as well as avoid the problem of relapse. Naltrexone helps reduce cravings, disulfiram can make a person feel sick when they drink, and acamprosate may help ease symptoms like poor sleep and anxious feelings.
How do alcohol recovery or rehabilitation programs work?
In inpatient programs, individuals live in a facility with other patients in recovery; in outpatient programs,individuals live at home. These facilities are staffed with healthcare professionals including physicians, nurses, psychologists, counselors, and psychotherapists. Staff can also include people who have recovered themselves, serving as mentors and guides. These programs may use abstinence, harm reduction, detoxification, psychotherapy, and other tools for recovery.
How do 12-step programs combined with psychotherapy work?
Members of 12-step programs help each other reach abstinence and work to maintain it. These programs promote complete change in the individual’s emotional, mental, physical, and even spiritual perspectives. Some programs require that new members attend 90 meetings in 90 days. Many people do attend these programs in conjunction with their work in psychotherapy; the combination of therapy along with 12-step can be extremely effective.
How does harm reduction combined with psychotherapy work?
According to the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration, harm reduction prevents death, injury, disease, overdose, and substance misuse. People who choose harm reduction for alcohol use reduce the amount of alcohol they intake. It is not abstinence-based like a 12-step program, but combining harm reduction with psychotherapy proves to be effective for many people.