Addiction Counselling in North London, London
Addiction-behavioural, substance and alcohol.
We are all influenced by the people in our lives and the experiences we have had both past and present, all of which serve to shape and define us. Sometimes we need help in understanding how the culmination of these factors can get in the way of being able to live life fully and with ease. Maybe you're looking for relief from the pain of anxiety or depression. You could be struggling with life changes or loss. You may want a better relationship with yourself and those closest to you. I offer a non-judgemental space in which I can help you to explore your feelings, beliefs and patterns of behaviour.
Addiction-behavioural, substance and alcohol.
We are all influenced by the people in our lives and the experiences we have had both past and present, all of which serve to shape and define us. Sometimes we need help in understanding how the culmination of these factors can get in the way of being able to live life fully and with ease. Maybe you're looking for relief from the pain of anxiety or depression. You could be struggling with life changes or loss. You may want a better relationship with yourself and those closest to you. I offer a non-judgemental space in which I can help you to explore your feelings, beliefs and patterns of behaviour.
As a psychotherapeutic counsellor, I will encourage awareness, and facilitate change, using transactional analysis psychotherapy tools and drawing on my rich personal life experience and previous work with clients. I work with a broad range of clients who come to me with anxiety, depression, addiction, grief and loss, relationship, work issues, stress, and low self-esteem.
As a psychotherapeutic counsellor, I will encourage awareness, and facilitate change, using transactional analysis psychotherapy tools and drawing on my rich personal life experience and previous work with clients. I work with a broad range of clients who come to me with anxiety, depression, addiction, grief and loss, relationship, work issues, stress, and low self-esteem.
Gail Wilkinson Pgdip Mbacp (Accred)
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
North London, London N16
Perhaps you’ve felt stuck for a while, or have been feeling that something isn’t right but can’t quite identify what that is. You may be anxious, depressed, have low self-esteem. Maybe you are struggling in relationships, or finding it difficult getting your needs met? You may have often felt that you don’t belong, or that you’re not supposed to be doing the work you do. Perhaps you’d like to feel less frustrated, angry or alone? You may be experiencing grief, or struggling with addiction, you might have low libido, or want to explore your sexuality. It might be a family or historic issue you’d like to make sense of. I can help.
Perhaps you’ve felt stuck for a while, or have been feeling that something isn’t right but can’t quite identify what that is. You may be anxious, depressed, have low self-esteem. Maybe you are struggling in relationships, or finding it difficult getting your needs met? You may have often felt that you don’t belong, or that you’re not supposed to be doing the work you do. Perhaps you’d like to feel less frustrated, angry or alone? You may be experiencing grief, or struggling with addiction, you might have low libido, or want to explore your sexuality. It might be a family or historic issue you’d like to make sense of. I can help.
I have 18 years’ experience working in the field of addiction.
I believe that everyone has the capacity to change and to unlock their true potential. Often it is not one specific reason that leads us to seek out support but a multitude of concerns that have built up over time including: family & relationships, addiction, past or current trauma, bereavement, health, work, cost of living, the aftermath of the pandemic. If you are ready to change your life, I would love the opportunity to support you. I will help you succeed in reaching your personal goals by empowering you. I will provide you with a safe & confidential space to talk and I will be by your side, every step of your journey
I have 18 years’ experience working in the field of addiction.
I believe that everyone has the capacity to change and to unlock their true potential. Often it is not one specific reason that leads us to seek out support but a multitude of concerns that have built up over time including: family & relationships, addiction, past or current trauma, bereavement, health, work, cost of living, the aftermath of the pandemic. If you are ready to change your life, I would love the opportunity to support you. I will help you succeed in reaching your personal goals by empowering you. I will provide you with a safe & confidential space to talk and I will be by your side, every step of your journey
I am a qualified and experienced therapist. I specialise in helping my clients who are experiencing problems relating to drug addiction, alcohol dependency, anxiety, depression, relationship issues and childhood trauma and other addictions. I offer a warm and empathetic approach in a comfortable and intimate environment. Life can bring its struggles which, for many can lead to the above issues. The impact of our behaviour and anxiety often tips from being manageable to suddenly interfering with daily life, affecting you, your work and the people around you. If you can relate to any of these situations, then let me help.
I am a qualified and experienced therapist. I specialise in helping my clients who are experiencing problems relating to drug addiction, alcohol dependency, anxiety, depression, relationship issues and childhood trauma and other addictions. I offer a warm and empathetic approach in a comfortable and intimate environment. Life can bring its struggles which, for many can lead to the above issues. The impact of our behaviour and anxiety often tips from being manageable to suddenly interfering with daily life, affecting you, your work and the people around you. If you can relate to any of these situations, then let me help.
My name is Thomas Brosnan and I am a Psychotherapist and Behaviour Change Expert. I specialise in Addiction and Relationships where for over 20 years now, I have supported the most amazing and beautiful people, because that’s what I believe we all are, to see what’s true about our experience of life.
My name is Thomas Brosnan and I am a Psychotherapist and Behaviour Change Expert. I specialise in Addiction and Relationships where for over 20 years now, I have supported the most amazing and beautiful people, because that’s what I believe we all are, to see what’s true about our experience of life.
Maryam Omidi
Psychologist, PhD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
North London, London N16 (Online Only)
I have extensive experience working with complex trauma and its sequelae, including personality disorders, substance misuse disorders, and mood disorders (anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder).
You may be seeking therapy for greater self-understanding, symptom relief, or improved relationships. Whatever your goals, we will work collaboratively to bring your thoughts, feelings, and desires into conscious awareness to understand how they impact your relationships and the way you navigate the world. As a therapist, I have a warm, empathic, and direct style. I work primarily from a relational psychodynamic base and weave in CBT, DBT, mindfulness, and compassion-focused techniques to target symptoms, improve the mind-body connection, and enhance overall well-being.
I have extensive experience working with complex trauma and its sequelae, including personality disorders, substance misuse disorders, and mood disorders (anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder).
You may be seeking therapy for greater self-understanding, symptom relief, or improved relationships. Whatever your goals, we will work collaboratively to bring your thoughts, feelings, and desires into conscious awareness to understand how they impact your relationships and the way you navigate the world. As a therapist, I have a warm, empathic, and direct style. I work primarily from a relational psychodynamic base and weave in CBT, DBT, mindfulness, and compassion-focused techniques to target symptoms, improve the mind-body connection, and enhance overall well-being.
Initially I worked as a Satellite Counsellor in the NHS, specialising in Addiction, seeing clients with a variety of issues, such Depression, Anxiety, Relationship issues, Identity and Low Self Esteem.
A warm welcome. Life at times feels very overwhelming. Whatever the issue, I can help you to create a life that you want to live in and not want to escape from. When we feel vulnerable, we sometimes look externally to try to feel better, inappropriate relationships, compulsive behaviours, overeating, overspending, drinking and substance misuse, only to feeling further lost and confused. I can offer you the space and tools to listen to yourself and your needs, in order to develop confidence, clarity and a sense of control over your life. I can facilitate the journey of you becoming your own person.
Initially I worked as a Satellite Counsellor in the NHS, specialising in Addiction, seeing clients with a variety of issues, such Depression, Anxiety, Relationship issues, Identity and Low Self Esteem.
A warm welcome. Life at times feels very overwhelming. Whatever the issue, I can help you to create a life that you want to live in and not want to escape from. When we feel vulnerable, we sometimes look externally to try to feel better, inappropriate relationships, compulsive behaviours, overeating, overspending, drinking and substance misuse, only to feeling further lost and confused. I can offer you the space and tools to listen to yourself and your needs, in order to develop confidence, clarity and a sense of control over your life. I can facilitate the journey of you becoming your own person.
Highgate Psychotherapy Practice
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
North London, London N6
I offer warm counselling you can trust. I am an Integrative Psychodynamic Counsellor. This means I can work with childhood themes which are affecting the present and/or stay with the present according to need and client preference. My key areas of focus are Trauma, Addiction, and Spirituality. I work with a full range of issues including, but not limited to, anxiety, depression, bereavement and psychosexual themes.
I offer warm counselling you can trust. I am an Integrative Psychodynamic Counsellor. This means I can work with childhood themes which are affecting the present and/or stay with the present according to need and client preference. My key areas of focus are Trauma, Addiction, and Spirituality. I work with a full range of issues including, but not limited to, anxiety, depression, bereavement and psychosexual themes.
I hold a Masters in Addiction Psychology and Counselling, Level 5 Diploma in sex/love addiction therapy, Level 4 Certificate in treating Eating Disorders, I managed the Amy Winehouse Foundations addiction center (Amy's Place) for 5 years which supports young women.
I work with addiction, compulsive behaviors and trauma. I can support you to look at behaviors such as alcohol and drug use, relationships patterns and sex addictions. Any activity taken to an excess which the person starts to find is taking over their life at a cost of other things in life such as friends, family, work may be looked at in a similar way. I can guide you to look into reasons why certain coping mechanisms began and support you to make desired changes. I can also support you to look at symptoms of complex trauma (CPTSD) Anxiety, Depression, attachment and relational issues.
I hold a Masters in Addiction Psychology and Counselling, Level 5 Diploma in sex/love addiction therapy, Level 4 Certificate in treating Eating Disorders, I managed the Amy Winehouse Foundations addiction center (Amy's Place) for 5 years which supports young women.
I work with addiction, compulsive behaviors and trauma. I can support you to look at behaviors such as alcohol and drug use, relationships patterns and sex addictions. Any activity taken to an excess which the person starts to find is taking over their life at a cost of other things in life such as friends, family, work may be looked at in a similar way. I can guide you to look into reasons why certain coping mechanisms began and support you to make desired changes. I can also support you to look at symptoms of complex trauma (CPTSD) Anxiety, Depression, attachment and relational issues.
Are you struggling with drug & alcohol addiction? Are you in early recovery and need some professional help with relapse prevention & coping strategies? Do you often feel depressed? Is anxiety stopping you from setting & achieving your goals. Do you think you're not assertive enough in your daily communications? Do you criticize yourself often? I can help you with all those issues. I am a psychologist and addiction counsellor. I offer short and long term counselling and psychotherapy using an integrative therapeutic approach, depending on each client's individual needs. I'm a BPS and MBACP member.
Are you struggling with drug & alcohol addiction? Are you in early recovery and need some professional help with relapse prevention & coping strategies? Do you often feel depressed? Is anxiety stopping you from setting & achieving your goals. Do you think you're not assertive enough in your daily communications? Do you criticize yourself often? I can help you with all those issues. I am a psychologist and addiction counsellor. I offer short and long term counselling and psychotherapy using an integrative therapeutic approach, depending on each client's individual needs. I'm a BPS and MBACP member.
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I am an integrative counsellor and psychotherapist working with children, young people and adults. Beginning with a FREE ‘get to know you’ session I offer a warm and pragmatic approach to individuals and have experience working with a wide range of clinical issues. I am particularly interested in working with depression, anxiety disorders, body and/or gender dysphoria, addiction, perfectionism and procrastination, social anxiety, self-harm, suicidal thoughts, eating disorders and performance anxiety
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Specialities: Relapse Prevention, Dual Diagnosis ( mental health problems and addiction), Codependency, Cultural issues, Trauma, Abuse, Anxiety, Depression, Bereavement, Isolation, Self-esteem issues, relationships/families problems.
Hi, welcome to CAPSYR Counselling. This is a face to face counselling and groups support. I have over 11 years experience in providing counselling and psychotherapy to help individuals to manage and cope with problems or challenges such as recovering from Addictions, Mental Health, Trauma, Abuse from childhood, Stress, PTSD, Bereavement; Loss of a Job; Change of Career; Return to Work. If you are experiencing any of these challenges or you are close to someone who is suffering from addiction problems, mental health and/or abuse and you don't know how to deal with it, please, do not hesitate to contact me. RegisteredMBPS
Specialities: Relapse Prevention, Dual Diagnosis ( mental health problems and addiction), Codependency, Cultural issues, Trauma, Abuse, Anxiety, Depression, Bereavement, Isolation, Self-esteem issues, relationships/families problems.
Hi, welcome to CAPSYR Counselling. This is a face to face counselling and groups support. I have over 11 years experience in providing counselling and psychotherapy to help individuals to manage and cope with problems or challenges such as recovering from Addictions, Mental Health, Trauma, Abuse from childhood, Stress, PTSD, Bereavement; Loss of a Job; Change of Career; Return to Work. If you are experiencing any of these challenges or you are close to someone who is suffering from addiction problems, mental health and/or abuse and you don't know how to deal with it, please, do not hesitate to contact me. RegisteredMBPS
My practice is an integrative approach, bringing together different elements of specific therapies to best suit each individual client. I will support you to identify and question unhelpful beliefs about yourself and to consolidate your skills and abilities to work more effectively towards your life goal. I have many years of experience of working with addiction and eating disorders. I work with relational childhood trauma-wounds stemming from inconsistent parenting or abuse-sexual, physical and emotional.
My practice is an integrative approach, bringing together different elements of specific therapies to best suit each individual client. I will support you to identify and question unhelpful beliefs about yourself and to consolidate your skills and abilities to work more effectively towards your life goal. I have many years of experience of working with addiction and eating disorders. I work with relational childhood trauma-wounds stemming from inconsistent parenting or abuse-sexual, physical and emotional.
Dr Jon-Paul Marshall
Psychologist, DCounsPsych, HCPC - Couns. Psych.
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
North London, London N1
Typically, I work with people struggling with anxiety, despair, anger, and shame; who wrestle with guilt, mistrust, addiction, and dissociation; who are self-critical, self-destructive, and trapped in repeated patterns of hurting self/others. Such feelings, behaviours, and patterns of relating often stem from multiple, complex life events and circumstances, including past/present abusive and neglectful relationships, discrimination, bereavement, trauma, gender expectations, parenthood, study/work/financial pressures, and more existential challenges such as one's relationship to meaning, responsibility, authenticity, and mortality.
Typically, I work with people struggling with anxiety, despair, anger, and shame; who wrestle with guilt, mistrust, addiction, and dissociation; who are self-critical, self-destructive, and trapped in repeated patterns of hurting self/others. Such feelings, behaviours, and patterns of relating often stem from multiple, complex life events and circumstances, including past/present abusive and neglectful relationships, discrimination, bereavement, trauma, gender expectations, parenthood, study/work/financial pressures, and more existential challenges such as one's relationship to meaning, responsibility, authenticity, and mortality.
Thank you for visiting my page and a warm welcome to my profile! I'm an experienced Psychotherapist and have a passion for helping people - that may be resolving a historic issue that you’ve never spoken about, working through a life change or crisis, overcoming something that is holding you back, or simply talking to someone neutral, perhaps or the first time. I've worked with a wide range of mental health difficulties both in clinical settings and private practice; these have included addiction, anxiety & depression, bereavement & loss, trauma & PTSD, low self-esteem, cancer recovery & diagnoses, workplace stress and life changes.
Thank you for visiting my page and a warm welcome to my profile! I'm an experienced Psychotherapist and have a passion for helping people - that may be resolving a historic issue that you’ve never spoken about, working through a life change or crisis, overcoming something that is holding you back, or simply talking to someone neutral, perhaps or the first time. I've worked with a wide range of mental health difficulties both in clinical settings and private practice; these have included addiction, anxiety & depression, bereavement & loss, trauma & PTSD, low self-esteem, cancer recovery & diagnoses, workplace stress and life changes.
I have many years’ experience with LGBTQ+ issues, and work particularly with addiction and trauma.
Hi, I'm Ali. Since you’ve found your way to this page, you’re most likely struggling with something in your life, and may be looking for some help with coping. Feelings and situations in life can be overwhelming and talking to an experienced professional can help you to sort out the jumble and make sense of what’s happening, and what you need. In our counselling sessions, we can talk about whatever is on your mind right now. I'm caring, calm, empathic and easy to talk to. I've seen how counselling can transform the way we think, manage relationships and make decisions about our lives.
I have many years’ experience with LGBTQ+ issues, and work particularly with addiction and trauma.
Hi, I'm Ali. Since you’ve found your way to this page, you’re most likely struggling with something in your life, and may be looking for some help with coping. Feelings and situations in life can be overwhelming and talking to an experienced professional can help you to sort out the jumble and make sense of what’s happening, and what you need. In our counselling sessions, we can talk about whatever is on your mind right now. I'm caring, calm, empathic and easy to talk to. I've seen how counselling can transform the way we think, manage relationships and make decisions about our lives.
Lee Martin Mbacp(Sen Accred) Emdr(Accred) Ma Ba(Hons) Pg-Dip
Psychotherapist, MA, MBACP Snr. Accred
Verified Verified
North London, London N1
Hello and Welcome, Life has indeed become complex. Many of us are now struggling with our mental health in ways that are no longer manageable. Our past and present hurts, our unprocessed feelings have risen to the surface. We find ourselves thinking, feeling and acting in ways that do not reflect who we want to be. Some of us have Grief, Trauma or Addiction that we just can’t seem to work through. As a Senior Accredited Psychotherapist with a Master Degree and EMDR Accredited, I've seen thousands come through my door, with various presenting issues and undergo genuine transformation, healing and leave with hope for the future.
Hello and Welcome, Life has indeed become complex. Many of us are now struggling with our mental health in ways that are no longer manageable. Our past and present hurts, our unprocessed feelings have risen to the surface. We find ourselves thinking, feeling and acting in ways that do not reflect who we want to be. Some of us have Grief, Trauma or Addiction that we just can’t seem to work through. As a Senior Accredited Psychotherapist with a Master Degree and EMDR Accredited, I've seen thousands come through my door, with various presenting issues and undergo genuine transformation, healing and leave with hope for the future.
I am a counsellor and counselling supervisor. I work with individuals and couples. Do you need some help with anger? Maybe you just wish you could stop feeling anxious? Perhaps you’ve been feeling really low, and have been feeling like this for a long time. Or wondering whether you’ll ever get over grief. Maybe you are seeking transformational change in your thinking. I have extensive experience in working with alcohol and substance misuse, sexual abuse and much more. I work positively to improving your well-bieng
I am a counsellor and counselling supervisor. I work with individuals and couples. Do you need some help with anger? Maybe you just wish you could stop feeling anxious? Perhaps you’ve been feeling really low, and have been feeling like this for a long time. Or wondering whether you’ll ever get over grief. Maybe you are seeking transformational change in your thinking. I have extensive experience in working with alcohol and substance misuse, sexual abuse and much more. I work positively to improving your well-bieng
Christian Walters
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, MBACP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
North London, London N1
I am a qualified and insured, BACP registered psychotherapist, who is experienced working with trauma, addiction, relationship issues, self-esteem, sexual abuse, anxiety, depression and individuals/families impacted by domestic abuse.
You may be seeking therapy because you are going through a difficult time, feeling confused, or just struggling to make sense of things. My aim is to provide a confidential, non-judgemental, and authentic space, helping you to get a better understanding why you sometimes feel, think or behave the way you do. I believe that every individual is unique, therefore therapy needs to be tailored to the individual. I use a variety of modalities and theories to creatively and collaboratively work towards a way that can have most meaning for you. With this awareness and insight you can begin to make some positive changes in your life.
I am a qualified and insured, BACP registered psychotherapist, who is experienced working with trauma, addiction, relationship issues, self-esteem, sexual abuse, anxiety, depression and individuals/families impacted by domestic abuse.
You may be seeking therapy because you are going through a difficult time, feeling confused, or just struggling to make sense of things. My aim is to provide a confidential, non-judgemental, and authentic space, helping you to get a better understanding why you sometimes feel, think or behave the way you do. I believe that every individual is unique, therefore therapy needs to be tailored to the individual. I use a variety of modalities and theories to creatively and collaboratively work towards a way that can have most meaning for you. With this awareness and insight you can begin to make some positive changes in your life.
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Addiction Counsellors
What is the best therapy for addiction?
Addiction treatment will be tailored to the individual. People seeking help for addiction—whether with a psychotherapist, in an outpatient clinic, or in a residential program—should expect to engage in multiple types of treatments, sometimes including medication. For anyone recovering from addiction, avoiding situations in which one has typically used a substance is essential, as is the support of close connections. Since substance use disorders tend to co-occur with underlying mental health conditions such as anxiety or depression, those must also be addressed as part of any recovery plan.
How long does therapy for addiction take?
There is no set timeline for recovery from addiction. Patients and their families should expect the work to last several months, if not longer. Residential treatment programs may be based on a stay of 30, 60, or 90 days, with continuing work after release, but only about 1 percent of people are treated in such facilities. Ceasing use is just the first step; therapy to help maintain abstinence and effect behavior change must follow. The process of recovery, neuroscience has shown, involves brain cells recovering the capacity to respond to natural sources of reward and restore control over the impulse to use. Another definition of recovery is restoring voluntary control over one’s substance use and retaking all of one’s previous responsibilities.
How effective is drug addiction treatment?
Substance use disorders are treatable and remission is achievable for many who seek recovery; by some estimates, more than three-quarters of people who become addicted to alcohol or drugs recover. But that success rarely occurs quickly or on a set timeline; relapse is not only common, but many therapists and clinicians view it as a normal part of the process—not always a sign that a person has returned to addiction, but a signal that their treatment should be adjusted to help them regain control. Overall, research suggests, five years after the end of substance use, one’s risk of relapse is no greater than that of others who had not faced addiction. Other experts believe that complete abstinence is not the only measure of recovery, and that, through effective treatment, many people can learn to control their use.
How can you get addiction treatment for someone?
The most important factor in recovery from addiction is widely understood to be an individual’s commitment to change. For that reason,“interventions” in which friends and family gather to urge or force someone to begin immediate treatment often backfire; even when such efforts do lead someone to begin treatment, they may be less likely to stay than those who are self-driven. Still, family members can play an important role in supporting an individual who seeks help and can take part in family therapy as one element of a loved one’s treatment.