Alcohol Use Counselling in Banbury

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UK Addiction Treatment Centres (UKAT)
Verified Verified
Serves Area
Why choose UKAT? 160 beds across the UK; treatment for all addictions, including process addictions, eating disorders, age 16-18 treatment and dual diagnosis. Ranging from luxurious en-suite rehabs with gyms and on-site medical units to affordable rehabs. Catering for people from all walks of life. All rehabs have 24/7 on-site addiction professionals, ensuring clients have the highest level of care offered in the country. UKAT always addresses the individual as a whole and will tailor treatment to the addiction and long-term recovery of the client. All UKAT centres have a family programme dedicated to helping family members.
Why choose UKAT? 160 beds across the UK; treatment for all addictions, including process addictions, eating disorders, age 16-18 treatment and dual diagnosis. Ranging from luxurious en-suite rehabs with gyms and on-site medical units to affordable rehabs. Catering for people from all walks of life. All rehabs have 24/7 on-site addiction professionals, ensuring clients have the highest level of care offered in the country. UKAT always addresses the individual as a whole and will tailor treatment to the addiction and long-term recovery of the client. All UKAT centres have a family programme dedicated to helping family members.
020 3872 2432 View 020 3872 2432
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Michelle Cahill
Counsellor, BACP
Banbury OX16
I am a qualified psychotherapist with an MSc in Psychotherapy. I am passionate about working with trauma, & welcome survivors of sexual abuse, rape, and domestic abuse. I particularly enjoy working with parents who are managing their trauma alongside their parental responsibilities and relationships. I also work within the MOD supporting military personnel with their associated trauma, and for a sexual abuse and rape charity. I provide a safe and non-judgemental space to explore thoughts & feelings around one's sense of who they are both to self, and in relationship with others.
I am a qualified psychotherapist with an MSc in Psychotherapy. I am passionate about working with trauma, & welcome survivors of sexual abuse, rape, and domestic abuse. I particularly enjoy working with parents who are managing their trauma alongside their parental responsibilities and relationships. I also work within the MOD supporting military personnel with their associated trauma, and for a sexual abuse and rape charity. I provide a safe and non-judgemental space to explore thoughts & feelings around one's sense of who they are both to self, and in relationship with others.
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Daniel's Therapeutic Counselling
Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
Banbury OX16
Hi I am an IFS (internal family systems) psychotherapist specialising in Trauma, addictions and eating disorders. My initial training and work was using the Gestalt, TA and humanistic person centred approaches, these will still play a part in the work I will do with you as we get to know and help the parts wounded by life events.  These parts of you may send flashbacks, dreams or uncomfortable feelings from the depths of your mind and your history, or you may experience some behaviours that you just can't understand or seem to control at times, there is always a reason for this. IFS therapy is a gentle but dynamic method
Hi I am an IFS (internal family systems) psychotherapist specialising in Trauma, addictions and eating disorders. My initial training and work was using the Gestalt, TA and humanistic person centred approaches, these will still play a part in the work I will do with you as we get to know and help the parts wounded by life events.  These parts of you may send flashbacks, dreams or uncomfortable feelings from the depths of your mind and your history, or you may experience some behaviours that you just can't understand or seem to control at times, there is always a reason for this. IFS therapy is a gentle but dynamic method
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Paul Masters
Psychotherapist, MA, MUKCP
1 Endorsed
Banbury OX15
Hello and welcome. Making the decision to begin therapy or counselling can be anxiety provoking. It is important, therefore, to find the right therapist or counsellor for you, as this is a vital element of the psychotherapeutic process. Finding a therapist or counsellor you feel safe with and with whom you have a sense of connection will enable you to explore the issues you are experiencing. People of all ethnicities and social backgrounds seek therapy for a plethora of reasons, and I welcome patients whatever their culture, ethnicity, nationality, sexual orientation, or gender.
Hello and welcome. Making the decision to begin therapy or counselling can be anxiety provoking. It is important, therefore, to find the right therapist or counsellor for you, as this is a vital element of the psychotherapeutic process. Finding a therapist or counsellor you feel safe with and with whom you have a sense of connection will enable you to explore the issues you are experiencing. People of all ethnicities and social backgrounds seek therapy for a plethora of reasons, and I welcome patients whatever their culture, ethnicity, nationality, sexual orientation, or gender.
020 3962 1621 View 020 3962 1621
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Rose Tyler
Counsellor, MA, MBACP
Banbury OX15
Hello and welcome to my profile page. I understand that sometimes it can be difficult to talk to friends and relatives about how you're feeling; I offer a non-judgmental, confidential space in which you can explore your experiences and discuss problems and difficulties. Let's find a way forward together.
Hello and welcome to my profile page. I understand that sometimes it can be difficult to talk to friends and relatives about how you're feeling; I offer a non-judgmental, confidential space in which you can explore your experiences and discuss problems and difficulties. Let's find a way forward together.
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Connor Patrick Stagg
Counsellor, MBACP
Banbury OX17
Hello, and welcome to my profile, having been a qualified integrative counselor/therapist and supervisor for well over twenty years, working in private, in-patient, and secondary settings, with a wide variety of individuals, couples, families, and groups from different backgrounds, seeking to address a broad range of psychological, emotional, and behavioral concerns, some of which include, Anxiety, Depression, ADHD, Low Self-esteem, Abuse, Addictions (Inc: Alcohol, Drugs, Gambling, Co-dependency, Sex, and Love), Trauma, Eating Disorders, Dual Diagnosis, Bereavement and Relationship concerns.
Hello, and welcome to my profile, having been a qualified integrative counselor/therapist and supervisor for well over twenty years, working in private, in-patient, and secondary settings, with a wide variety of individuals, couples, families, and groups from different backgrounds, seeking to address a broad range of psychological, emotional, and behavioral concerns, some of which include, Anxiety, Depression, ADHD, Low Self-esteem, Abuse, Addictions (Inc: Alcohol, Drugs, Gambling, Co-dependency, Sex, and Love), Trauma, Eating Disorders, Dual Diagnosis, Bereavement and Relationship concerns.
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Rachel Teare Counselling and Supervision
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Banbury OX15
I have been working for over 23 years with people who have a wide range of issues including, relationship and work problems, low self esteem, addictions and other forms of self harm, abuse, eating disorders, bereavement as well as people who suffer from stress and anxiety or feel low, depressed and suicidal. I am also qualified to work with couples and groups about relationships. Most of my training and work as a counsellor has been about really learning to listen to people, hearing the ‘music’ behind their words and sensing their deepest feelings, hurts, joys and fears as it is then that therapeutic healing can occur.
I have been working for over 23 years with people who have a wide range of issues including, relationship and work problems, low self esteem, addictions and other forms of self harm, abuse, eating disorders, bereavement as well as people who suffer from stress and anxiety or feel low, depressed and suicidal. I am also qualified to work with couples and groups about relationships. Most of my training and work as a counsellor has been about really learning to listen to people, hearing the ‘music’ behind their words and sensing their deepest feelings, hurts, joys and fears as it is then that therapeutic healing can occur.
01608 692242 View 01608 692242
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Matthew James Stainer
Psychotherapist, BACP
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
I am a qualified and accredited addictions therapist, and hold a Masters degree in Integrative Psychotherapy from Sherwood Psychotherapy Training Institute. I have over 9 years’ experience of working alongside adults with substance use disorders and behavioural addictions, psychological disorders and underlying psychotherapeutic issues. I offer a safe and confidential space in which to work through your presenting issues, whilst offering a supportive relationship alongside you to meet your goals of therapy. Addictive behaviours have a tendency to silence the person whose struggling, so a non judgemental environment is offered
I am a qualified and accredited addictions therapist, and hold a Masters degree in Integrative Psychotherapy from Sherwood Psychotherapy Training Institute. I have over 9 years’ experience of working alongside adults with substance use disorders and behavioural addictions, psychological disorders and underlying psychotherapeutic issues. I offer a safe and confidential space in which to work through your presenting issues, whilst offering a supportive relationship alongside you to meet your goals of therapy. Addictive behaviours have a tendency to silence the person whose struggling, so a non judgemental environment is offered
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Dimitra Theofili
Psychotherapist, MSc, BACP
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
I am a qualified therapist, drawing from approaches such as - Systemic, Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT) and Forensic Psychology. I have a Master Practitioner Advanced Diploma through the National Centre for Eating Disorders (NCFED) who are accredited by the British Psychological Society (BPS). I have extended training in Systemic and family therapy, dialectical behavioural therapy, forensic psychology and criminology (MSc), educational psychology and dyslexia, eating disorders counselling, sex and porn addiction. I am a member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP).
I am a qualified therapist, drawing from approaches such as - Systemic, Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT) and Forensic Psychology. I have a Master Practitioner Advanced Diploma through the National Centre for Eating Disorders (NCFED) who are accredited by the British Psychological Society (BPS). I have extended training in Systemic and family therapy, dialectical behavioural therapy, forensic psychology and criminology (MSc), educational psychology and dyslexia, eating disorders counselling, sex and porn addiction. I am a member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP).
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Meghan Macer
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Serves Area
I aim to create a space where clients feel genuinely seen, heard, and accepted as they are, offering a space grounded in empathy, authenticity, and non-judgment, where individuals are supported in exploring their inner world at their own pace. Valuing the uniqueness of each person and honouring the capacity for growth and self-awareness, I'm deeply committed to supporting gender diversity. I have experience working with neurodivergent clients and those navigating challenges such as anxiety, depression, domestic violence, sexual abuse, suicidal thoughts, self-harm, relationship difficulties, and issues related to substance use.
I aim to create a space where clients feel genuinely seen, heard, and accepted as they are, offering a space grounded in empathy, authenticity, and non-judgment, where individuals are supported in exploring their inner world at their own pace. Valuing the uniqueness of each person and honouring the capacity for growth and self-awareness, I'm deeply committed to supporting gender diversity. I have experience working with neurodivergent clients and those navigating challenges such as anxiety, depression, domestic violence, sexual abuse, suicidal thoughts, self-harm, relationship difficulties, and issues related to substance use.
01926 357037 View 01926 357037
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Kate O'Donnell
Counsellor, MBACP
Serves Area
Hello I’m Kate, I know that taking the first step to come to therapy can be daunting but my aim is to offer you a safe space where you can truly be yourself. Please note that I am away from October 16th to 26th and will respond to messages after this.
Hello I’m Kate, I know that taking the first step to come to therapy can be daunting but my aim is to offer you a safe space where you can truly be yourself. Please note that I am away from October 16th to 26th and will respond to messages after this.
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Stephanie Chick
Counsellor, MBACP
Serves Area
I am an integrative therapist with over 18 years’ experience, specialising in addiction, co-dependency, and developmental trauma. I have worked with The Priory Hospital Group for 12 years, managing inpatient treatment programmes, and have run a private practice for over a decade. I work with substance and behavioural addictions, trauma and co-morbid mental health issues. I have a compassionate, trauma-informed approach drawing on DBT, 12-step and humanistic therapy, supporting clients to create lasting, positive change. I am a registered member of the BACP and hold an Enhanced DBS
I am an integrative therapist with over 18 years’ experience, specialising in addiction, co-dependency, and developmental trauma. I have worked with The Priory Hospital Group for 12 years, managing inpatient treatment programmes, and have run a private practice for over a decade. I work with substance and behavioural addictions, trauma and co-morbid mental health issues. I have a compassionate, trauma-informed approach drawing on DBT, 12-step and humanistic therapy, supporting clients to create lasting, positive change. I am a registered member of the BACP and hold an Enhanced DBS
01494 302414 View 01494 302414
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Neil Philbin -Specialist Addiction Counsellor FDAP
Psychotherapist, BACP
Serves Area
I’m a qualified Addiction Counsellor with vast experience working with substance misuse and behavioural addictions in various different settings. I pride myself in providing a safe space in which to form a supportive relationship to help clients achieve their goals. I have up to date knowledge of drug and alcohol treatment and practice a variety of evidence based interventions with awareness that everyone has different needs. I hold an honors degree in Addiction Counselling and a masters degree in Integrative Psychotherapy. I have a clinic in Leamington Spa, and also offer online therapy. Daytime, evening and weekend appointments.
I’m a qualified Addiction Counsellor with vast experience working with substance misuse and behavioural addictions in various different settings. I pride myself in providing a safe space in which to form a supportive relationship to help clients achieve their goals. I have up to date knowledge of drug and alcohol treatment and practice a variety of evidence based interventions with awareness that everyone has different needs. I hold an honors degree in Addiction Counselling and a masters degree in Integrative Psychotherapy. I have a clinic in Leamington Spa, and also offer online therapy. Daytime, evening and weekend appointments.
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Ewa (Eva) Kearl
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Serves Area
I am Qualified Integrative Counsellor/Psychotherapist, dedicated to helping every individual thrive in their own way, according to their specific need. Tailored to each individual I use varieties of therapeutic treatments including Person-Centred Therapy, Psychodynamic, Gestalt, Transactional Analyses, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), also relaxation techniques.
I am Qualified Integrative Counsellor/Psychotherapist, dedicated to helping every individual thrive in their own way, according to their specific need. Tailored to each individual I use varieties of therapeutic treatments including Person-Centred Therapy, Psychodynamic, Gestalt, Transactional Analyses, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), also relaxation techniques.
01869 943671 View 01869 943671

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If you are reading this you know its time for help, you maybe in that moment of surrender where you finally accept one profound truth: The pain of staying the same outweighs the fear of changing. You have tried to manage the unmanageable, using alcohol or substances as a highly effective anaesthetic catching up with you. You know now that the problem isn't the substance itself; the substance was just a solution a maladaptive one to a deeper pre-existing internal issue. Your searching for peace and serenity and to feel a sense of well being with life on a journey to happiness.
If you are reading this you know its time for help, you maybe in that moment of surrender where you finally accept one profound truth: The pain of staying the same outweighs the fear of changing. You have tried to manage the unmanageable, using alcohol or substances as a highly effective anaesthetic catching up with you. You know now that the problem isn't the substance itself; the substance was just a solution a maladaptive one to a deeper pre-existing internal issue. Your searching for peace and serenity and to feel a sense of well being with life on a journey to happiness.
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ACT Alcohol Coaching & Therapy Ltd
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, MBACP
Serves Area
My name is Julie Ward and i am an experienced Alcohol Dependency Specialist. I run a busy private practice in Bromsgrove, Redditch and Birmingham called ACT Alcohol Ltd. We are a team of 5 counsellors offering alcohol-related coaching and therapy to individuals and families. Our work with clients is confidential one-to-one sessions in a relaxed and supportive environment. If you are looking to reduce what you drink and get it under control, we will teach you how. If you are looking to stop altogether we will support you to make the change. Whatever you want to achieve we have the expertise and strategies to ensure you succeed!
My name is Julie Ward and i am an experienced Alcohol Dependency Specialist. I run a busy private practice in Bromsgrove, Redditch and Birmingham called ACT Alcohol Ltd. We are a team of 5 counsellors offering alcohol-related coaching and therapy to individuals and families. Our work with clients is confidential one-to-one sessions in a relaxed and supportive environment. If you are looking to reduce what you drink and get it under control, we will teach you how. If you are looking to stop altogether we will support you to make the change. Whatever you want to achieve we have the expertise and strategies to ensure you succeed!
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Principal and Owner Stewart Kennedy Counselling
Counsellor, MSc, MBACP
Serves Area
As well as having both the relevant academic and professional qualifications, I am a highly experienced substance abuse counsellor with a Master’s degree in Addiction Psychology & Counselling. I have myself been in recovery for over 20 years as well as being a Registered Member of the British Association for Counselling & Psychotherapy (MBACP) with eleven years’ experience, working for most of the drug and alcohol services in the southeast and southwest of England. I can offer my services (either in person in my safe practice or over the internet to assist individuals who may be struggling with their levels of alcohol/drug use.
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Jasmer Chauhan
Psychotherapist, MA, BACP
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Dr Lisa Matthias
Psychologist, PsychD, CPsychol
Online Only
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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.