Addiction Counselling in Alderley Edge
I bring both lived experience and professional expertise to working with addiction, anxiety, depression, trauma, and relationship struggles.
What truly sets me apart is that I’ve been on both sides of the therapy couch. I know what it’s like to wake up with a racing mind, overwhelmed by the thought of facing the day. I know the loneliness of feeling invisible even when surrounded by people. I know the weight of intrusive thoughts and the relentless exhaustion of carrying childhood wounds into adult life. I’ve experienced intensive therapy for anxiety and trauma, and I’ve come through it. This means that when I sit with you, I’m not just relying on textbooks or clinical theory. I meet you with real understanding and absolutely no judgment. I get it, because I’ve lived it!
I bring both lived experience and professional expertise to working with addiction, anxiety, depression, trauma, and relationship struggles.
What truly sets me apart is that I’ve been on both sides of the therapy couch. I know what it’s like to wake up with a racing mind, overwhelmed by the thought of facing the day. I know the loneliness of feeling invisible even when surrounded by people. I know the weight of intrusive thoughts and the relentless exhaustion of carrying childhood wounds into adult life. I’ve experienced intensive therapy for anxiety and trauma, and I’ve come through it. This means that when I sit with you, I’m not just relying on textbooks or clinical theory. I meet you with real understanding and absolutely no judgment. I get it, because I’ve lived it!
I have extensive experience specialising in areas such as relationships, trauma/PTSD, addictions, loss, and adjustment.
I practice an integrative, predominantly Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) model which has a strong evidence base, and in my experience lends itself well to the pressures of modern life. I also offer couples therapy, and offer online sessions on Skype or Zoom.
I have extensive experience specialising in areas such as relationships, trauma/PTSD, addictions, loss, and adjustment.
I practice an integrative, predominantly Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) model which has a strong evidence base, and in my experience lends itself well to the pressures of modern life. I also offer couples therapy, and offer online sessions on Skype or Zoom.
Alongside my private practice, I work at a Swiss inpatient rehabilitation clinic treating addictions and mental health conditions (OCD, panic attacks, ADHD).
My approach is structured, practical, and results-focused. We identify what’s driving your patterns and use science-backed tools to help you respond differently. You’ll leave sessions with strategies you can apply immediately, with many clients noticing meaningful shifts within 4–6 sessions.
Alongside my private practice, I work at a Swiss inpatient rehabilitation clinic treating addictions and mental health conditions (OCD, panic attacks, ADHD).
My approach is structured, practical, and results-focused. We identify what’s driving your patterns and use science-backed tools to help you respond differently. You’ll leave sessions with strategies you can apply immediately, with many clients noticing meaningful shifts within 4–6 sessions.
People stay with us when alcohol, drugs, prescription drugs or addictive behaviour have become a problem in life.
Delamere offers proven, effective ways to move your lifestyle beyond addiction. Our residential treatment programmes take place in a rural setting conducive to relaxation and recovery, with every single aspect of treatment customised to individual needs. We have a medical detox unit and our emphasis is on holistic care, treating the whole person rather than
People stay with us when alcohol, drugs, prescription drugs or addictive behaviour have become a problem in life.
Delamere offers proven, effective ways to move your lifestyle beyond addiction. Our residential treatment programmes take place in a rural setting conducive to relaxation and recovery, with every single aspect of treatment customised to individual needs. We have a medical detox unit and our emphasis is on holistic care, treating the whole person rather than
You may want to stop binge drinking, or reduce your alcohol intake, stop smoking, get ride of anxiety, stress or a bad habit, overcome a phobia or lose weight.
As a licensed hypnotherapist with an MSc in Psychology, I specialise in treating anxiety, mild depression, trauma, and stress-related issues to help your mind to feel much calmer and for you to make positive changes. I integrate Advanced Clinical Hypnotherapy, Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT), and Havening creating a tailored, holistic therapy plan for you.
You may want to stop binge drinking, or reduce your alcohol intake, stop smoking, get ride of anxiety, stress or a bad habit, overcome a phobia or lose weight.
As a licensed hypnotherapist with an MSc in Psychology, I specialise in treating anxiety, mild depression, trauma, and stress-related issues to help your mind to feel much calmer and for you to make positive changes. I integrate Advanced Clinical Hypnotherapy, Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT), and Havening creating a tailored, holistic therapy plan for you.
You may be experiencing anxiety, stress, low mood, grief, or feeling stuck in life or relationships. On the outside you may be coping and managing responsibilities, but inside you feel overwhelmed, exhausted, or disconnected from yourself. You might be caught in overthinking, self-doubt, or repeated relationship patterns. What can help is a calm, supportive space where you can speak openly and be genuinely heard and understood. Together we can explore what’s going on for you, helping you build clarity, confidence, and a stronger sense of self.
You may be experiencing anxiety, stress, low mood, grief, or feeling stuck in life or relationships. On the outside you may be coping and managing responsibilities, but inside you feel overwhelmed, exhausted, or disconnected from yourself. You might be caught in overthinking, self-doubt, or repeated relationship patterns. What can help is a calm, supportive space where you can speak openly and be genuinely heard and understood. Together we can explore what’s going on for you, helping you build clarity, confidence, and a stronger sense of self.
I offer a warm, non-judgmental and supportive space where you can talk openly and feel truly heard. As a Transactional Analysis Psychotherapist and Imago Relationship Therapist, I work with individuals and couples to explore patterns of behaviour and communication, understand emotional triggers, and build stronger, more connected relationships. I support clients working through trauma, bereavement, anxiety, depression, addiction, and emotional regulation difficulties, helping them find clarity, resilience, and self-acceptance. My practice is inclusive and welcoming of LGBTQ+ clients, offering a safe environment to explore your exp
I offer a warm, non-judgmental and supportive space where you can talk openly and feel truly heard. As a Transactional Analysis Psychotherapist and Imago Relationship Therapist, I work with individuals and couples to explore patterns of behaviour and communication, understand emotional triggers, and build stronger, more connected relationships. I support clients working through trauma, bereavement, anxiety, depression, addiction, and emotional regulation difficulties, helping them find clarity, resilience, and self-acceptance. My practice is inclusive and welcoming of LGBTQ+ clients, offering a safe environment to explore your exp
Help to change your relationship with alcohol or drugs; Cheshire, Manchester and UK wide online.
John Wilkinson BSc, MSc, AP APM, FMBPsS has 27 years in addiction & MH services, is registered with Addiction Professionals (3133) and is a Full Member of the BPS (825845). Dr Shyra Raj, a medical consultant, delivers RTT to reframe difficult life experiences and reduce emotional load. Available f2f in Altrincham and Alderley Edge and nationally online.
Help to change your relationship with alcohol or drugs; Cheshire, Manchester and UK wide online.
John Wilkinson BSc, MSc, AP APM, FMBPsS has 27 years in addiction & MH services, is registered with Addiction Professionals (3133) and is a Full Member of the BPS (825845). Dr Shyra Raj, a medical consultant, delivers RTT to reframe difficult life experiences and reduce emotional load. Available f2f in Altrincham and Alderley Edge and nationally online.
Dr Emma Solomon, Consultant Clinical Psychologist
Psychologist, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Alderley Edge SK9
Waitlist for new clients
Need help to overcome symptoms of trauma or PTSD, recover from depression or low mood? Want to sleep better, deal with worry, or overcome anxiety, phobias or panic? Do you finally feel ready to release the root cause of your issues?
Psychologists are trained in treatments that change the impact of negative events. We can’t change ‘what’ happens but we can change the effect it has on you. Bringing you back to confidence, calm and believing you are able to achieve your life goals.
Whether you’ve had therapy before, or you’re only just starting, I can help. Set up a free consultation and I’ll explain how it can work for you.
Need help to overcome symptoms of trauma or PTSD, recover from depression or low mood? Want to sleep better, deal with worry, or overcome anxiety, phobias or panic? Do you finally feel ready to release the root cause of your issues?
Psychologists are trained in treatments that change the impact of negative events. We can’t change ‘what’ happens but we can change the effect it has on you. Bringing you back to confidence, calm and believing you are able to achieve your life goals.
Whether you’ve had therapy before, or you’re only just starting, I can help. Set up a free consultation and I’ll explain how it can work for you.
Hi, I'm Talia! I am a qualified Integrative Counsellor & founder of The Cedar Counselling Clinic, based in Manchester and Cheshire. My goal is to provide specialist and tailored support to improve your overall mental health & wellbeing.
As an Integrative Counsellor, I combine CBT, Psychodynamic, and Humanistic Approaches to help clients feel empowered, recognise their worth, and navigate life's complexities in a safe and nurturing space. Whether you're facing challenging times, seeking personal growth, or navigating various life transitions, my goal is to de-stigmatise mental health an ensure clients make themselves a priority.
Hi, I'm Talia! I am a qualified Integrative Counsellor & founder of The Cedar Counselling Clinic, based in Manchester and Cheshire. My goal is to provide specialist and tailored support to improve your overall mental health & wellbeing.
As an Integrative Counsellor, I combine CBT, Psychodynamic, and Humanistic Approaches to help clients feel empowered, recognise their worth, and navigate life's complexities in a safe and nurturing space. Whether you're facing challenging times, seeking personal growth, or navigating various life transitions, my goal is to de-stigmatise mental health an ensure clients make themselves a priority.
Have you ever felt stuck with your family or work roles? Do the people who are meant to love you unconditionally, frequently hold you back? Do you find yourself constantly feeling the need to apologise for things, then wondering what you have done wrong? Maybe you have felt blamed for things in life and want to explore things further. Or you may feel held back by guilt and regret. I can work with you to explore this through a safe and steady process which looks at patterns across your life and within relationships. This will help you to break free from the restraints of negative approval you may have felt for many years.
Have you ever felt stuck with your family or work roles? Do the people who are meant to love you unconditionally, frequently hold you back? Do you find yourself constantly feeling the need to apologise for things, then wondering what you have done wrong? Maybe you have felt blamed for things in life and want to explore things further. Or you may feel held back by guilt and regret. I can work with you to explore this through a safe and steady process which looks at patterns across your life and within relationships. This will help you to break free from the restraints of negative approval you may have felt for many years.
I am a dedicated and passionate sports performance mindset coach with extensive experience in both football and athletics. My journey in the realm of sports psychology has been marked by a profound commitment to helping athletes unlock their full potential by mastering the mental aspects of their performance. Throughout my career, I have had the privilege of working with Premier league footballers and world class athletes. These experiences have helped equip me with a versatile skill set to address the diverse needs of athletes.
I am a dedicated and passionate sports performance mindset coach with extensive experience in both football and athletics. My journey in the realm of sports psychology has been marked by a profound commitment to helping athletes unlock their full potential by mastering the mental aspects of their performance. Throughout my career, I have had the privilege of working with Premier league footballers and world class athletes. These experiences have helped equip me with a versatile skill set to address the diverse needs of athletes.
I work with people from all walks of life. Anyone who has spent time feeling unseen, unheard, or overwhelmed— anxiety or low mood, navigating family tensions, work pressures, or wondering if a late ADHD diagnosis might finally make sense of years of masking and exhaustion. If you want to feel understood, calmer, & more connected to who you really are beneath the coping and holding‑it‑all‑together. You’re longing for a space where you don’t have to perform or pretend, where your feelings are taken seriously, and where you can talk freely without judgement. Your goal isn’t perfection—it’s relief, clarity, and the chance to feel heard
I work with people from all walks of life. Anyone who has spent time feeling unseen, unheard, or overwhelmed— anxiety or low mood, navigating family tensions, work pressures, or wondering if a late ADHD diagnosis might finally make sense of years of masking and exhaustion. If you want to feel understood, calmer, & more connected to who you really are beneath the coping and holding‑it‑all‑together. You’re longing for a space where you don’t have to perform or pretend, where your feelings are taken seriously, and where you can talk freely without judgement. Your goal isn’t perfection—it’s relief, clarity, and the chance to feel heard
One of the most difficult parts of the therapeutic process is taking that first step – deciding to talk to someone. The counselling that I offer provides a safe, confidential space for clients to explore difficult issues, obstacles, choices, and aspirations. I work in a psychosynthetic context that within each individual there exists both a personality (patterns of behaviour) as well as a spiritual aspect (our innate potential) encompassing work at the levels of mind and thinking, body and feeling, spirit and purpose. In our personal and professional lives each of us is a Self that is both divine and human.
One of the most difficult parts of the therapeutic process is taking that first step – deciding to talk to someone. The counselling that I offer provides a safe, confidential space for clients to explore difficult issues, obstacles, choices, and aspirations. I work in a psychosynthetic context that within each individual there exists both a personality (patterns of behaviour) as well as a spiritual aspect (our innate potential) encompassing work at the levels of mind and thinking, body and feeling, spirit and purpose. In our personal and professional lives each of us is a Self that is both divine and human.
I am a fully qualified, trusted and caring Psychotherapist and Counsellor who cares passionately about helping people deal with a variety of issues. I have spent over 25 years counselling clients through the challenges presented by problems such as high anxiety and low self esteem. The most important part of my work is helping people to find and address the root causes of these issues, which my warm and authentic approach lends itself to naturally. I am committed to confidentiality and place the safeguarding and wellbeing of my clients above all else.
I am a fully qualified, trusted and caring Psychotherapist and Counsellor who cares passionately about helping people deal with a variety of issues. I have spent over 25 years counselling clients through the challenges presented by problems such as high anxiety and low self esteem. The most important part of my work is helping people to find and address the root causes of these issues, which my warm and authentic approach lends itself to naturally. I am committed to confidentiality and place the safeguarding and wellbeing of my clients above all else.
SPACE is an organisation creating a space for change, health and wellbeing through a variety of services. All of which can offer you a safe and confidential space within which to think, feel and explore whatever it is you may be facing.
SPACE is an organisation creating a space for change, health and wellbeing through a variety of services. All of which can offer you a safe and confidential space within which to think, feel and explore whatever it is you may be facing.
Some qualifications:
MSc Psychosexual therapy
Diploma Clinical Hypnosis
Cert Therapeutic Hypnosis
MPHIL stalking
Certificate in Counselling
Diploma in Sex Addiction
Registered Mental Nurse
EMDR Standard training
Schema Focused Therapy
Diploma Supervision for online Therapists
Diploma in online Counselling
Specialist fees:
£60 General Therapy (grief, life problems)
£70 Non-offending sexual behaviours
£90 EMDR
£65 Couples
£80 Schema Therapy (for complex presentations where CBT has failed)
Expert Court Reports can be provided within 10 days.
Home visits are available for EMDR clients.
Get in touch and I’ll do my best for you!
Some qualifications:
MSc Psychosexual therapy
Diploma Clinical Hypnosis
Cert Therapeutic Hypnosis
MPHIL stalking
Certificate in Counselling
Diploma in Sex Addiction
Registered Mental Nurse
EMDR Standard training
Schema Focused Therapy
Diploma Supervision for online Therapists
Diploma in online Counselling
Specialist fees:
£60 General Therapy (grief, life problems)
£70 Non-offending sexual behaviours
£90 EMDR
£65 Couples
£80 Schema Therapy (for complex presentations where CBT has failed)
Expert Court Reports can be provided within 10 days.
Home visits are available for EMDR clients.
Get in touch and I’ll do my best for you!
Why do you feel anxious or guilty when nothing is wrong? Inexplicably tense around certain people, or suddenly flat and stripped of motivation? You've probably got so good at performing that those around you think you're thriving, but inside you're holding your breath. Managing this constant, silent exhaustion is draining. It can be a lonely place to live, trapped in cycles of overthinking and waiting for things to either work out, or fall apart. Working online gives us the flexibility to slow things down from the comfort of your own space; together, we can work out what's going on and safely resolve the patterns keeping you stuck.
Why do you feel anxious or guilty when nothing is wrong? Inexplicably tense around certain people, or suddenly flat and stripped of motivation? You've probably got so good at performing that those around you think you're thriving, but inside you're holding your breath. Managing this constant, silent exhaustion is draining. It can be a lonely place to live, trapped in cycles of overthinking and waiting for things to either work out, or fall apart. Working online gives us the flexibility to slow things down from the comfort of your own space; together, we can work out what's going on and safely resolve the patterns keeping you stuck.
Are you looking for a safe space to explore your feelings, heal wounds and build your resilience to whatever life may present? Hello, I’m Shani (pronounced Shaynee). I am a registered member of the BACP and follow the Person-Centred model of counselling, meaning I believe that everyone has the ability to rebuild themselves and flourish. I am also a qualified British School of Meditation Teacher meaning I can offer alternative ways to manage stress, tune into your inner calm and ultimately, find peace in your life.
Are you looking for a safe space to explore your feelings, heal wounds and build your resilience to whatever life may present? Hello, I’m Shani (pronounced Shaynee). I am a registered member of the BACP and follow the Person-Centred model of counselling, meaning I believe that everyone has the ability to rebuild themselves and flourish. I am also a qualified British School of Meditation Teacher meaning I can offer alternative ways to manage stress, tune into your inner calm and ultimately, find peace in your life.
You may be feeling overwhelmed, burned out, or stuck in patterns that leave you exhausted. Anxiety, low mood, grief, workplace stress, or difficult relationships might be weighing heavily on you. Perhaps you’re caught in cycles of overthinking, people‑pleasing, or struggling with boundaries and self-worth. You might be facing change, feeling disconnected after loss, or noticing old emotional triggers resurfacing. Therapy offers space to slow down, understand your emotions, and reconnect with what you need.
You may be feeling overwhelmed, burned out, or stuck in patterns that leave you exhausted. Anxiety, low mood, grief, workplace stress, or difficult relationships might be weighing heavily on you. Perhaps you’re caught in cycles of overthinking, people‑pleasing, or struggling with boundaries and self-worth. You might be facing change, feeling disconnected after loss, or noticing old emotional triggers resurfacing. Therapy offers space to slow down, understand your emotions, and reconnect with what you need.
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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.