Alcohol Use Counselling in SW2

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Janus Solutions: Day Programme
MSc
Verified Verified
Janus is a company that specialises in drug and alcohol treatment that steers away from the language of addiction, sickness, illness, dependency and disease. Janus believes that this terminology can become disempowering, at times leaving the client feeling at a loss as to how to move forward. Janus uses it's own unique approach called: The Resonance Factor, that focuses on the relationship someone constructs with their substance/s of choice. Janus believes that in the same way someone can construct a relationship with substances - he or she can deconstruct that relationship. Our service is about creating change in the individual. It is designed for individuals that wish to stop using substances; wish to rebuild relationships; wish to re-engage with life - be it work, study and physical and emotional well-being. Janus will work with you to accomplish your goals, but you, the client, have to be at the forefront of your own treatment.
Janus is a company that specialises in drug and alcohol treatment that steers away from the language of addiction, sickness, illness, dependency and disease. Janus believes that this terminology can become disempowering, at times leaving the client feeling at a loss as to how to move forward. Janus uses it's own unique approach called: The Resonance Factor, that focuses on the relationship someone constructs with their substance/s of choice. Janus believes that in the same way someone can construct a relationship with substances - he or she can deconstruct that relationship. Our service is about creating change in the individual. It is designed for individuals that wish to stop using substances; wish to rebuild relationships; wish to re-engage with life - be it work, study and physical and emotional well-being. Janus will work with you to accomplish your goals, but you, the client, have to be at the forefront of your own treatment.
020 8629 1349 View 020 8629 1349
Body and Mind Centre
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
The Body & Mind Centre offer brief and open-ended weekly low-cost counselling for all. We are committed to offering everyone a safe, confidential space to speak to counsellors (trainees and qualified) who are experienced and able to support you in the way you need. Our counsellors work across a range of therapeutic approaches so will be able to work in a way that best suits your needs. Body and Mind Centre counsellors can help with issues including, but not limited to: Anxiety – Cultural Issues – Depression – Emotional Difficulties – Family Issues – Health Anxiety – Low Self-Esteem – Personality Disorders – Relationships
The Body & Mind Centre offer brief and open-ended weekly low-cost counselling for all. We are committed to offering everyone a safe, confidential space to speak to counsellors (trainees and qualified) who are experienced and able to support you in the way you need. Our counsellors work across a range of therapeutic approaches so will be able to work in a way that best suits your needs. Body and Mind Centre counsellors can help with issues including, but not limited to: Anxiety – Cultural Issues – Depression – Emotional Difficulties – Family Issues – Health Anxiety – Low Self-Esteem – Personality Disorders – Relationships
020 3835 2341 View 020 3835 2341
Photo of Sue Sichel, Psychotherapist in SW2, England
Sue Sichel
Psychotherapist, MA, HCPC-Art Therap.
Verified Verified
I am a fully qualified and experienced psychotherapist and supervisor. My approach is to offer empathetic understanding and non-judgemental listening in a safe space. Everyone is unique and therefore I draw on many different methods to suit each person's needs. My aim is to connect my client with their own inner resources through authenticity and self-empowerment. I offer an integrative arts approach, based on the needs of the client, drawing upon psychodynamic, attachment and trauma therapy to enhance the therapeutic process.
I am a fully qualified and experienced psychotherapist and supervisor. My approach is to offer empathetic understanding and non-judgemental listening in a safe space. Everyone is unique and therefore I draw on many different methods to suit each person's needs. My aim is to connect my client with their own inner resources through authenticity and self-empowerment. I offer an integrative arts approach, based on the needs of the client, drawing upon psychodynamic, attachment and trauma therapy to enhance the therapeutic process.
020 3828 7159 View 020 3828 7159
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Margaret Prince
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
I provide a one-to-one, face-to-face counselling and personal development service. The setting is a safe, comfortable, quiet and confidential place where you can explore and gain a deeper understanding of the issues you bring to counselling. I will support you in finding a new way of of working that has prevented you from leading the life you desire. I provide a holistic serviice that is bespoke to your needs by using an integrative approach, drawing from psychodynamic, person-centred and humanistic theories of counselling.
I provide a one-to-one, face-to-face counselling and personal development service. The setting is a safe, comfortable, quiet and confidential place where you can explore and gain a deeper understanding of the issues you bring to counselling. I will support you in finding a new way of of working that has prevented you from leading the life you desire. I provide a holistic serviice that is bespoke to your needs by using an integrative approach, drawing from psychodynamic, person-centred and humanistic theories of counselling.
020 3984 7942 View 020 3984 7942
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Dr Hannah Jenkins
Psychologist, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
London SW2  (Online Only)
My name is Hannah and I offer a kind, safe, highly specialised space to address couples and individual concerns. My couples work uses Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT). This focuses on unpicking the types of disagreements couples find themselves in again and again, getting to the heart of the issue and creating meaningful change within the relationship. My individual work can be structured (for example, using strategies and techniques), more exploratory or a blend of both. The purpose of all of the therapies I use is to develop your understanding of your problems, break unhelpful behaviours and build better coping strategies!
My name is Hannah and I offer a kind, safe, highly specialised space to address couples and individual concerns. My couples work uses Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT). This focuses on unpicking the types of disagreements couples find themselves in again and again, getting to the heart of the issue and creating meaningful change within the relationship. My individual work can be structured (for example, using strategies and techniques), more exploratory or a blend of both. The purpose of all of the therapies I use is to develop your understanding of your problems, break unhelpful behaviours and build better coping strategies!
01639 506731 View 01639 506731
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Kimberley Guest
Psychologist, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
I am a clinical psychologist with over eight years of experience working in mental health services in the NHS and third sector. I have worked with people with severe anxiety disorders including OCD, social anxiety, BDD, and emetophobia. I have experience of working with individuals who struggle to maintain all kinds of relationships and who want to explore their patterns of relating. I have worked with mothers in the perinatal period, and parents who are working hard to support their children experiencing difficulties.
I am a clinical psychologist with over eight years of experience working in mental health services in the NHS and third sector. I have worked with people with severe anxiety disorders including OCD, social anxiety, BDD, and emetophobia. I have experience of working with individuals who struggle to maintain all kinds of relationships and who want to explore their patterns of relating. I have worked with mothers in the perinatal period, and parents who are working hard to support their children experiencing difficulties.
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Photo of Elisa Fontana, Counsellor in SW2, England
Elisa Elisa Fontana
Counsellor, MA, MBACP
Verified Verified
As a person-centred therapist, you will find in me a space holder for your experience. The knowledge will come from both of us: your knowledge about your personal story and my knowledge about the human mind will meet in the safe therapeutic space, untangling what needs attention and care. Training in Psychology, Play Therapy, mindfulness and embodied practices, allows me to create space for different modalities: we might talk, or use images, stories, dreams and objects to access parts of us that aren’t so easily accessible to conscious thought.
As a person-centred therapist, you will find in me a space holder for your experience. The knowledge will come from both of us: your knowledge about your personal story and my knowledge about the human mind will meet in the safe therapeutic space, untangling what needs attention and care. Training in Psychology, Play Therapy, mindfulness and embodied practices, allows me to create space for different modalities: we might talk, or use images, stories, dreams and objects to access parts of us that aren’t so easily accessible to conscious thought.
020 4538 9109 View 020 4538 9109
Photo of Nina Stefanie Lochle, Psychotherapist in SW2, England
Nina Stefanie Lochle
Psychotherapist, MUKCP
Verified Verified
All of us can encounter moments in our lives where our habitual ways of doing things don’t seem to work any longer and we get stuck. Counselling can help working through these difficulties, by becoming aware of what we do and how we do it and whether our ways of thinking or doing things are helpful or not. This awareness is the foundation for change and together we can find new perspectives and kinder ways of engaging with yourself, that enable you to experiment with a wider variety of choices and support you leading a happier and more satisfying life.
All of us can encounter moments in our lives where our habitual ways of doing things don’t seem to work any longer and we get stuck. Counselling can help working through these difficulties, by becoming aware of what we do and how we do it and whether our ways of thinking or doing things are helpful or not. This awareness is the foundation for change and together we can find new perspectives and kinder ways of engaging with yourself, that enable you to experiment with a wider variety of choices and support you leading a happier and more satisfying life.
07949 804042 View 07949 804042
Photo of Laura Starkie, Psychotherapist in SW2, England
Laura Starkie
Psychotherapist, MUKCP
Verified Verified
If you are feeling low, anxious or stuck and unable to change things yourself, or repeating difficult or destructive patterns of behaviour, working with and talking with someone not involved in your life can really help. If you are struggling to cope with how life is at the moment or with something from the past, then getting support from me is the first step to feeling supported and heard and looking at how we can work together to help you make changes in behaviour, relationships, communication and ways of thinking and processing what you are facing. Your emotional and mental well-being matters and you don't have to struggle alone.
If you are feeling low, anxious or stuck and unable to change things yourself, or repeating difficult or destructive patterns of behaviour, working with and talking with someone not involved in your life can really help. If you are struggling to cope with how life is at the moment or with something from the past, then getting support from me is the first step to feeling supported and heard and looking at how we can work together to help you make changes in behaviour, relationships, communication and ways of thinking and processing what you are facing. Your emotional and mental well-being matters and you don't have to struggle alone.
020 4524 3022 View 020 4524 3022
Photo of Christopher David Harris, Psychologist in SW2, England
Christopher David Harris
Psychologist, HCPC - Couns. Psych.
Verified Verified
London SW2  (Online Only)
I have a friendly and down to earth approach, focused on developing a positive and trusting relationship with you. Our therapeutic relationship is paramount to working effectively and I strive to provide compassionate and holistic care.
I have a friendly and down to earth approach, focused on developing a positive and trusting relationship with you. Our therapeutic relationship is paramount to working effectively and I strive to provide compassionate and holistic care.
020 3376 8023 View 020 3376 8023
Photo of Peter Connolly, Psychotherapist in SW2, England
Peter Connolly
Psychotherapist, MUKCP
Verified Verified
We all experience times when our usual ways of being in the world no longer seem to work for us. We can feel stuck or overwhelmed. Counselling can help us see things with fresh perspectives, opening up new possibilities to live a more authentic life with more satisfying connections with ourselves and others. I believe that with the right support, we have an amazing capacity to find our own answers and to be the source of our own healing. I aim to offer a safe, welcoming and non-judgemental space for you to work through whatever it is that may be holding you back from living the life you really want to be living.
We all experience times when our usual ways of being in the world no longer seem to work for us. We can feel stuck or overwhelmed. Counselling can help us see things with fresh perspectives, opening up new possibilities to live a more authentic life with more satisfying connections with ourselves and others. I believe that with the right support, we have an amazing capacity to find our own answers and to be the source of our own healing. I aim to offer a safe, welcoming and non-judgemental space for you to work through whatever it is that may be holding you back from living the life you really want to be living.
020 4538 1778 View 020 4538 1778
Photo of Jennifer Jordan, Counsellor in SW2, England
Jennifer Jordan
Counsellor, PsychD, MBACP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
I am a Gestalt Therapist who works with all parts of self-linking and connecting each one so you can become your whole self. My work consists of behavioural patterns, childhood trauma, relationships, anxiety Trans-generational patterns, stagnation. psycho-education and the two sides of self that causes conflict. I specialises working with exploration creativity and discovery. Together we work with the relational relationship finding a happy medium.
I am a Gestalt Therapist who works with all parts of self-linking and connecting each one so you can become your whole self. My work consists of behavioural patterns, childhood trauma, relationships, anxiety Trans-generational patterns, stagnation. psycho-education and the two sides of self that causes conflict. I specialises working with exploration creativity and discovery. Together we work with the relational relationship finding a happy medium.
07480 488665 View 07480 488665
Photo of Tamara Baggili-Strachan, Counsellor in SW2, England
Tamara Baggili-Strachan
Counsellor, MSc, MBACP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Well done! you have taken the hardest step and acknowledged that things aren't ok, this is where the healing begins. I am a warm and effective Therapist, who works on the basis that the problems we are struggling with can very often be traced back to our past relationships and experiences. I will gently yet firmly work alongside you to explore the origins of your emotional difficulties and help you change unhealthy patterns of relating. This should lead to real relief from the painful and uncomfortable thoughts and feelings you are currently experiencing.
Well done! you have taken the hardest step and acknowledged that things aren't ok, this is where the healing begins. I am a warm and effective Therapist, who works on the basis that the problems we are struggling with can very often be traced back to our past relationships and experiences. I will gently yet firmly work alongside you to explore the origins of your emotional difficulties and help you change unhealthy patterns of relating. This should lead to real relief from the painful and uncomfortable thoughts and feelings you are currently experiencing.
020 4538 9204 View 020 4538 9204
Photo of Sarvin Afarinesh, Psychotherapist in SW2, England
Sarvin Afarinesh
Psychotherapist, BACP
Verified Verified
I offer an exclusive service of 3 sessions where I use my experience, knowledge and intuition to accurately identify your areas of struggle, the root cause reasons for them and what specifically to practice to move forward in your journey of self discovery, healing and purpose. Much of what we go through is part of a few dominant themes that we are working with in our lives. I help you connect the dots. I have practiced for 10 years as an Integrative (Holistic) Psychotherapist, studied humans through Psychology for 19 years and currently practice my skill of Intuitive channeling. I combine creativity, education and intuition
I offer an exclusive service of 3 sessions where I use my experience, knowledge and intuition to accurately identify your areas of struggle, the root cause reasons for them and what specifically to practice to move forward in your journey of self discovery, healing and purpose. Much of what we go through is part of a few dominant themes that we are working with in our lives. I help you connect the dots. I have practiced for 10 years as an Integrative (Holistic) Psychotherapist, studied humans through Psychology for 19 years and currently practice my skill of Intuitive channeling. I combine creativity, education and intuition
07517 420946 View 07517 420946
Rosanna Stroud
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBABCP
Verified Verified
London SW2  (Online Only)
I am a qualified accredited CBT and EMDR therapist, currently working within an NHS talking therapies service, also offering private therapy. I pride myself in creating a safe, warm, and non-judgemental space, where we can navigate problems together. CBT therapy is an excellent talking therapy - focusing on how our beliefs about ourselves, others and the world, influence how we think, feel and behave. Often it is not what happens to us, it is the meaning we take from events which causes suffering.
I am a qualified accredited CBT and EMDR therapist, currently working within an NHS talking therapies service, also offering private therapy. I pride myself in creating a safe, warm, and non-judgemental space, where we can navigate problems together. CBT therapy is an excellent talking therapy - focusing on how our beliefs about ourselves, others and the world, influence how we think, feel and behave. Often it is not what happens to us, it is the meaning we take from events which causes suffering.
020 3805 3354 View 020 3805 3354
Photo of Gemma Autumn, Counsellor in SW2, England
Gemma Autumn
Counsellor, MBABCP
Verified Verified
Are you feeling anxious? Depressed? Low self-esteem? I offer therapeutic counselling using talking and creative therapy so you can plant the seeds of awareness and grow change in your life. I (she/her) am a trained integrative psychotherapeutic counsellor, ecopsychotherapist and practising artist. I work with adults and adolescents struggling with anxiety, depression, grief, loss, low self-esteem, relationships, life direction, stress, burnout, trauma, attachment, creative blocks, divorce, intimacy, abuse, sexuality, OCD, religion, family problems, money stories, spiritual disconnection, psychedelic integration and living abroad.
Are you feeling anxious? Depressed? Low self-esteem? I offer therapeutic counselling using talking and creative therapy so you can plant the seeds of awareness and grow change in your life. I (she/her) am a trained integrative psychotherapeutic counsellor, ecopsychotherapist and practising artist. I work with adults and adolescents struggling with anxiety, depression, grief, loss, low self-esteem, relationships, life direction, stress, burnout, trauma, attachment, creative blocks, divorce, intimacy, abuse, sexuality, OCD, religion, family problems, money stories, spiritual disconnection, psychedelic integration and living abroad.
020 4538 2317 View 020 4538 2317
Photo of Peter Ryan, Psychotherapist in SW2, England
Peter Ryan
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Verified Verified
Are you struggling with stress, anxiety or self-esteem? Perhaps you are feeling a little lost, lonely, stuck or feel that life just keeps throwing big challenges before you? We can all struggle at times and sometimes for quite a long time. We do not have to struggle alone, therapy can help, and I am here to listen and support you. I am a Humanistic/Integrative psychotherapist, and in my work I draw on a number of different modalities to suit your individual needs.
Are you struggling with stress, anxiety or self-esteem? Perhaps you are feeling a little lost, lonely, stuck or feel that life just keeps throwing big challenges before you? We can all struggle at times and sometimes for quite a long time. We do not have to struggle alone, therapy can help, and I am here to listen and support you. I am a Humanistic/Integrative psychotherapist, and in my work I draw on a number of different modalities to suit your individual needs.
020 3962 2184 View 020 3962 2184
Photo of Leon Millingen, Counsellor in SW2, England
Leon Millingen
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
It can be a really big step to accept that you may have thoughts or concerns that need help with. You may feel depressed, angry, frustrated, fearful, discontent or perhaps struggling with issues such as depression, self esteem, anxiety, addiction, existential issues, relationships or bereavement, or you may just want a kind listening ear and/or someone to understand you. If you decide to contact me I can assure you that I will listen and help you at your own pace without any judgement or criticism. I will help you to explore different approaches and look at different perspectives to embolden you to confront your issues.
It can be a really big step to accept that you may have thoughts or concerns that need help with. You may feel depressed, angry, frustrated, fearful, discontent or perhaps struggling with issues such as depression, self esteem, anxiety, addiction, existential issues, relationships or bereavement, or you may just want a kind listening ear and/or someone to understand you. If you decide to contact me I can assure you that I will listen and help you at your own pace without any judgement or criticism. I will help you to explore different approaches and look at different perspectives to embolden you to confront your issues.
020 8103 1058 View 020 8103 1058
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Little Bee Clinic
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
Offering a fresh approach to psychological therapy from the young and vibrant Little Bee Clinic. We are here to support children, young people and families. Who are you? We are are a group of colleagues who aim to offer a modern approach to psychological therapy. We have all been trained as Clinical Psychologists, which means we have lots of experience working with children, young people and families.
Offering a fresh approach to psychological therapy from the young and vibrant Little Bee Clinic. We are here to support children, young people and families. Who are you? We are are a group of colleagues who aim to offer a modern approach to psychological therapy. We have all been trained as Clinical Psychologists, which means we have lots of experience working with children, young people and families.
020 3974 1825 View 020 3974 1825
Photo of Iana Trichkova, Psychotherapist in SW2, England
Iana Trichkova
Psychotherapist, MSc, BACP
Verified Verified
I am a professionally qualified Integrative counsellor based in South London and I offer short and long term counselling and psychotherapy. My aim is to provide a safe, confidential and compassionate space where you can explore what troubles you without fear of being judged or rejected. For me counselling is a collaborative process which facilitates increased understanding and self-awareness, greater self-acceptance and more fulfilling relationships with others and life in general. I practice an integration of several theoretical approaches: Person Centred, Humanistic, Existential, Psychodynamic /Psychoanalytic.
I am a professionally qualified Integrative counsellor based in South London and I offer short and long term counselling and psychotherapy. My aim is to provide a safe, confidential and compassionate space where you can explore what troubles you without fear of being judged or rejected. For me counselling is a collaborative process which facilitates increased understanding and self-awareness, greater self-acceptance and more fulfilling relationships with others and life in general. I practice an integration of several theoretical approaches: Person Centred, Humanistic, Existential, Psychodynamic /Psychoanalytic.
07492 885917 View 07492 885917

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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.