Medication Management Counselling in Birmingham

Photo of James Edward Bell - The "Addiction" Anchor with James E Bell, Counsellor
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.
01785 335697 View 01785 335697
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Lyrical Minds
Psychotherapist, MA, HCPC-Music Therap.
As the CEO and founder, Naviella Dowds, I believe in the power of music to foster healing and self-expression, particularly for individuals navigating mental health challenges. Our therapy aims to use the power of music to facilitate self-expression, mindfulness, and emotional healing. Through carefully designed sessions, clients can explore their emotions and enhance their communication skills, whether through rapping, DJing, or connecting with hip-hop culture. These therapies help to build resilience, reduce anxiety, and foster a positive mental attitude. Every session is designed around your specific goals and therapeutic needs.
As the CEO and founder, Naviella Dowds, I believe in the power of music to foster healing and self-expression, particularly for individuals navigating mental health challenges. Our therapy aims to use the power of music to facilitate self-expression, mindfulness, and emotional healing. Through carefully designed sessions, clients can explore their emotions and enhance their communication skills, whether through rapping, DJing, or connecting with hip-hop culture. These therapies help to build resilience, reduce anxiety, and foster a positive mental attitude. Every session is designed around your specific goals and therapeutic needs.
0121 726 1267 View 0121 726 1267
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Becca Louise (BACP Accred)
Counsellor, MSc, MBACP Accred
1 Endorsed
Counselling room in Castle Bromwich, Solihull, Birmingham and online UK. Hello, I warmly welcome you to my page for details of my trauma informed services. There can be times in life where things can feel overwhelming and challenging and it may be hard to reach out for the help and support that you deserve and that feels right for you. Reaching out for help and support is always a sign of strength and never weakness. During these challenging times, I am offering low cost counselling and psychotherapy which can be made available immediately for you through telephone, and online with me, through Teams, Zoom, Skype and WhatsApp.
Counselling room in Castle Bromwich, Solihull, Birmingham and online UK. Hello, I warmly welcome you to my page for details of my trauma informed services. There can be times in life where things can feel overwhelming and challenging and it may be hard to reach out for the help and support that you deserve and that feels right for you. Reaching out for help and support is always a sign of strength and never weakness. During these challenging times, I am offering low cost counselling and psychotherapy which can be made available immediately for you through telephone, and online with me, through Teams, Zoom, Skype and WhatsApp.
01675 620925 View 01675 620925
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Joe Mimnagh
Psychotherapist, MSc, MUKCP
I entered the world of psychotherapy so I could manage and eventually overcome the painful emotions and thoughts that I had experienced. If this is the case for you, then psychotherapy can help you explore uncomfortable feelings that have held you back from living life to the full. Life often throws the unexpected at us, be it through relationships, either personal or professional, we sometimes find it difficult to cope alone and need the support to help us through this difficult time.
I entered the world of psychotherapy so I could manage and eventually overcome the painful emotions and thoughts that I had experienced. If this is the case for you, then psychotherapy can help you explore uncomfortable feelings that have held you back from living life to the full. Life often throws the unexpected at us, be it through relationships, either personal or professional, we sometimes find it difficult to cope alone and need the support to help us through this difficult time.
0121 728 6469 View 0121 728 6469
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Dr Michael Swift
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBACP
Hi, I'm Dr Mike! I value authenticity and transparency in the therapy room. I became a therapist to empower you to make positive and lasting change. I'll be honest, I won't have all the answers, but I'm never afraid to accompany you on the journey to find them. In my practice, I am a compassionate and knowledgeable integrative psychotherapist who has worked in health care organizations for over 10 years. I mainly specialize in the use of Cognitive Behavioural Therapy and third wave therapy approaches for a range of mental health difficulties including anxiety, depression, specific phobias, OCD and health anxiety.
Hi, I'm Dr Mike! I value authenticity and transparency in the therapy room. I became a therapist to empower you to make positive and lasting change. I'll be honest, I won't have all the answers, but I'm never afraid to accompany you on the journey to find them. In my practice, I am a compassionate and knowledgeable integrative psychotherapist who has worked in health care organizations for over 10 years. I mainly specialize in the use of Cognitive Behavioural Therapy and third wave therapy approaches for a range of mental health difficulties including anxiety, depression, specific phobias, OCD and health anxiety.
01564 335986 View 01564 335986
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Are you trying to either lose weight,stop smoking,increase confidence,break free from unmanageable stress and anxiety, pain management,mental health issues.Could you do with someone to speak to who gets it who will listen and plan a solution, Using Hypnotherapy and connecting with empathy and much experience to explore your concerns with you and support you to achieve far better mental health and solutions to these issues thus creating quality of life ,please call or email to arrange an initial 30 minute no obligation call to discuss your situation and make certain its safe to start therapy this call is with no obligation.
Are you trying to either lose weight,stop smoking,increase confidence,break free from unmanageable stress and anxiety, pain management,mental health issues.Could you do with someone to speak to who gets it who will listen and plan a solution, Using Hypnotherapy and connecting with empathy and much experience to explore your concerns with you and support you to achieve far better mental health and solutions to these issues thus creating quality of life ,please call or email to arrange an initial 30 minute no obligation call to discuss your situation and make certain its safe to start therapy this call is with no obligation.
023 8001 2619 View 023 8001 2619
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Dr Donegan
Psychologist, DCounsPsych, HCPC - Couns. Psych.
Life these days can be difficult. It is only normal to have your bad days, yet, do not allow yourse to defined by these. Perhaps you are searching for more meaning in your life? Perhaps you have developed negative coping strategies from some pain in life or situational stress. Whether you want to build your resilience or begin positive change to excel within your life, I am here to help. I have experience dealing with stress, anxiety, relationship problems, depression, addiction, eating disorders, compulsions to name a few. Perhaps the time is now, to start the change and if so I can help you to create long lasting formative growth.
Life these days can be difficult. It is only normal to have your bad days, yet, do not allow yourse to defined by these. Perhaps you are searching for more meaning in your life? Perhaps you have developed negative coping strategies from some pain in life or situational stress. Whether you want to build your resilience or begin positive change to excel within your life, I am here to help. I have experience dealing with stress, anxiety, relationship problems, depression, addiction, eating disorders, compulsions to name a few. Perhaps the time is now, to start the change and if so I can help you to create long lasting formative growth.
0141 280 7413 View 0141 280 7413
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Andrew Peter Murray
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, MBACP
You have made it this far because you have realised that this issue is now causing you emotional or psychological pain.  You owe it to yourself to take the next step and go and reach out for help whether it be with myself or another therapist.  If you’re feeling overwhelmed by trauma, caught in cycles of anxiety or depression, or struggling to navigate the complexities of your relationships—you’re not alone. And you don’t have to face it all without support. With years of clinical experience, I offer a safe, skilled, and compassionate space to help you understand what’s happening beneath the surface—and begin the process of healing
You have made it this far because you have realised that this issue is now causing you emotional or psychological pain.  You owe it to yourself to take the next step and go and reach out for help whether it be with myself or another therapist.  If you’re feeling overwhelmed by trauma, caught in cycles of anxiety or depression, or struggling to navigate the complexities of your relationships—you’re not alone. And you don’t have to face it all without support. With years of clinical experience, I offer a safe, skilled, and compassionate space to help you understand what’s happening beneath the surface—and begin the process of healing
0121 726 4750 View 0121 726 4750
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Joanne Kenning
Psychotherapist, MBACP Accred
Serves Area
A warm welcome to you! I'm Jo and I’m a counsellor and psychotherapist with a wealth of experience in providing support to clients with a range of difficulties and concerns from relationship difficulties to anxiety, low self-esteem and work related issues to name a few! Whatever your struggle may be, the good news is you’ve taken the first step in making a positive change, and that is why you are currently reading these very words - you are considering counselling and although that may seem scary right now it also may be the best decision you ever made. (I offer an initial free 30 minute online consultation to all new clients)
A warm welcome to you! I'm Jo and I’m a counsellor and psychotherapist with a wealth of experience in providing support to clients with a range of difficulties and concerns from relationship difficulties to anxiety, low self-esteem and work related issues to name a few! Whatever your struggle may be, the good news is you’ve taken the first step in making a positive change, and that is why you are currently reading these very words - you are considering counselling and although that may seem scary right now it also may be the best decision you ever made. (I offer an initial free 30 minute online consultation to all new clients)
01676 939487 View 01676 939487
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Daryl Nicholas Counselling and Psychotherapy
Counsellor, MA, MBACP
Serves Area
As an Integrative counsellor and psychotherapist, I have undergone extensive training which brings together effective contemporary approaches to therapy, drawing from a variety of models to suit your individual needs. I have over sixteen years experience supporting adults and young people to address a range of issues, including: anxiety/panic, depression, stress, loss and bereavement, identity issues, sexuality, trauma/abuse, low self-esteem, relationship issues, life transitions and careers and life direction. I also offer the comprehensive 'INSIGHT self-discovery programmes' (visit darylnicholas.com for more details).
As an Integrative counsellor and psychotherapist, I have undergone extensive training which brings together effective contemporary approaches to therapy, drawing from a variety of models to suit your individual needs. I have over sixteen years experience supporting adults and young people to address a range of issues, including: anxiety/panic, depression, stress, loss and bereavement, identity issues, sexuality, trauma/abuse, low self-esteem, relationship issues, life transitions and careers and life direction. I also offer the comprehensive 'INSIGHT self-discovery programmes' (visit darylnicholas.com for more details).
01926 800596 View 01926 800596
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Click Therapies
Psychotherapist, MSc, GMBPsS
Serves Area
Click Therapies are a small team of UK accredited therapists, nurses and doctors. We are a dedicated online psychological wellbeing service that meets the challenges of the 21st century. We work collaboratively with all our clients to offer a personalised therapy experience to achieve the best recovery outcomes for you. Our service is flexible to meet your needs needs. You can access therapy, anytime, anywhere at your convenience . We deliver evidence based treatments in line with National Guidelines and World Health Organisation. Why not connect with us for your FREE 15min consultation, you have nothing to lose...
Click Therapies are a small team of UK accredited therapists, nurses and doctors. We are a dedicated online psychological wellbeing service that meets the challenges of the 21st century. We work collaboratively with all our clients to offer a personalised therapy experience to achieve the best recovery outcomes for you. Our service is flexible to meet your needs needs. You can access therapy, anytime, anywhere at your convenience . We deliver evidence based treatments in line with National Guidelines and World Health Organisation. Why not connect with us for your FREE 15min consultation, you have nothing to lose...
0117 456 2766 View 0117 456 2766
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Anna Niewiadomska
Psychotherapist, MA, MBACP
Serves Area
Wondering how your thoughts and emotions shape your life? It can be confusing at times, leaving you feeling lost, misunderstood, or stuck in cycles you can't break. Hi, I'm Anna and I am an Integrative Psychotherapist. I offer a space for you to slow down and make sense of what’s truly going on beneath the surface. At the heart of my practice is the belief that meaningful change happens through connection- when we feel truly seen and heard. Rather than offering advice or quick fixes, I work collaboratively with you to create a respectful, empowering therapeutic relationship where you feel safe to explore your current worries.
Wondering how your thoughts and emotions shape your life? It can be confusing at times, leaving you feeling lost, misunderstood, or stuck in cycles you can't break. Hi, I'm Anna and I am an Integrative Psychotherapist. I offer a space for you to slow down and make sense of what’s truly going on beneath the surface. At the heart of my practice is the belief that meaningful change happens through connection- when we feel truly seen and heard. Rather than offering advice or quick fixes, I work collaboratively with you to create a respectful, empowering therapeutic relationship where you feel safe to explore your current worries.
01923 932570 View 01923 932570
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Eamonn Carroll
Counsellor, MBACP
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
I endeavour to provide a safe, comfortable, quiet space for clients to explore sensitive issues. The relationship between myself and the client is at the heart of my approach. I believe that being with a client and offering a compassionate holding presence while they share their story is essential to establish a therapeutic working alliance before offering insight and psycho education. I adapt my approach to suit the needs of each client and integrate suitable interventions or tools work with whatever issue the client is presenting.
I endeavour to provide a safe, comfortable, quiet space for clients to explore sensitive issues. The relationship between myself and the client is at the heart of my approach. I believe that being with a client and offering a compassionate holding presence while they share their story is essential to establish a therapeutic working alliance before offering insight and psycho education. I adapt my approach to suit the needs of each client and integrate suitable interventions or tools work with whatever issue the client is presenting.
01736 806380 View 01736 806380
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Dr Nisha Sharma
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Health Psych.
Online Only
Hello, are you feeling low, anxious, overwhelmed or just stuck and don’t how to move forward, I can help! Taking the first step to seek help can be tough and you might be finding it difficult to know where to start. I offer a safe, supportive and non judgemental space for you to work through current issues. Together we can explore the areas you want more support in and develop a plan to learn skills and techniques to help you cope with the challenges you are facing. I am a Chartered Health Psychologist with over 12 years experience working in the NHS.
Hello, are you feeling low, anxious, overwhelmed or just stuck and don’t how to move forward, I can help! Taking the first step to seek help can be tough and you might be finding it difficult to know where to start. I offer a safe, supportive and non judgemental space for you to work through current issues. Together we can explore the areas you want more support in and develop a plan to learn skills and techniques to help you cope with the challenges you are facing. I am a Chartered Health Psychologist with over 12 years experience working in the NHS.
020 4538 4876 View 020 4538 4876
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Jamie Paterson
Psychotherapist, GMBPsS
Serves Area
Do you find it difficult to talk to those closest to you about your issues and concerns? Perhaps you don’t want to burden them or feel worried that they might judge or not understand what you are going through? I provide a safe, confidential, and non-judgemental space in which you can explore your thoughts and feelings, allowing you to understand more about yourself and your relationships with others. As an integrative counsellor, I work with a variety of therapeutic approaches and methods, and combine them to suit the needs of each individual client.
Do you find it difficult to talk to those closest to you about your issues and concerns? Perhaps you don’t want to burden them or feel worried that they might judge or not understand what you are going through? I provide a safe, confidential, and non-judgemental space in which you can explore your thoughts and feelings, allowing you to understand more about yourself and your relationships with others. As an integrative counsellor, I work with a variety of therapeutic approaches and methods, and combine them to suit the needs of each individual client.
020 3984 8598 View 020 3984 8598
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Livia Nestianu
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Online Only
I am an integrative counsellor, adapting to your individuality by blending multiple methods and theories including (but not limited to) person-centred therapy, attachment theory, cognitive behaviour therapy (CBT) and compassion focused therapy.
I am an integrative counsellor, adapting to your individuality by blending multiple methods and theories including (but not limited to) person-centred therapy, attachment theory, cognitive behaviour therapy (CBT) and compassion focused therapy.
0116 497 6914 View 0116 497 6914
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Care for me Counselling Services
Counsellor, MBACP
Serves Area
My name is Sultana I am an experienced MBACP Integrative Person-Centred Counsellor, I offer a private, confidential, and non-judgemental space for you to explore and discuss your concerns and difficulties. I offer therapeutic intervention on Mental Health Issues such as depression, anxiety, schizophrenia, and phobias. I have high success in couples counselling and have supported clients going through loss, trauma, separation and divorce. Whatever the issue I hope to work together to explore and unpack the patterns of thought, core beliefs and behaviours that are preventing you from living your life fully and authentically.
My name is Sultana I am an experienced MBACP Integrative Person-Centred Counsellor, I offer a private, confidential, and non-judgemental space for you to explore and discuss your concerns and difficulties. I offer therapeutic intervention on Mental Health Issues such as depression, anxiety, schizophrenia, and phobias. I have high success in couples counselling and have supported clients going through loss, trauma, separation and divorce. Whatever the issue I hope to work together to explore and unpack the patterns of thought, core beliefs and behaviours that are preventing you from living your life fully and authentically.
07449 850608 View 07449 850608
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psychlarity Consultancy
Psychotherapist, MA, MUKCP
Serves Area
Welcome to my profile. I am fortunate to have worked across a range of contexts as well as extensive experience with a numerous clients. As a consultant family and systemic psychotherapist with 25 years experience I specialise in parental alienation, reunification, complex trauma and ptsd, couple therapy, family therapy, eating disorders, child and adult mental health, relationship difficulties, addiction including porn, sex and betrayal. I provide therapy for child to parental violence and repair family systems. Alongside working with courts, solicitors, social care, individual clients I also provide coaching and supervision.
Welcome to my profile. I am fortunate to have worked across a range of contexts as well as extensive experience with a numerous clients. As a consultant family and systemic psychotherapist with 25 years experience I specialise in parental alienation, reunification, complex trauma and ptsd, couple therapy, family therapy, eating disorders, child and adult mental health, relationship difficulties, addiction including porn, sex and betrayal. I provide therapy for child to parental violence and repair family systems. Alongside working with courts, solicitors, social care, individual clients I also provide coaching and supervision.
01902 973074 View 01902 973074
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Dr Kate Rhodes
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Online Only
Hello, I'm Kate, I'm a Clinical Psychologist offering remote video therapy to adults & young people across the UK. I have over 15 years’ experience working in the NHS and am now pleased to be able to offer help to those who need it in private practise. I have a particular interest in trauma and difficult life events and enjoy working with clients using EMDR to make huge changes to their lives. If you have experienced a one off traumatic incident, or have complex childhood experiences and relationships please do reach out to talk: I have helped many people to overcome the impact that such distressing events have had on their lives.
Hello, I'm Kate, I'm a Clinical Psychologist offering remote video therapy to adults & young people across the UK. I have over 15 years’ experience working in the NHS and am now pleased to be able to offer help to those who need it in private practise. I have a particular interest in trauma and difficult life events and enjoy working with clients using EMDR to make huge changes to their lives. If you have experienced a one off traumatic incident, or have complex childhood experiences and relationships please do reach out to talk: I have helped many people to overcome the impact that such distressing events have had on their lives.
01656 334536 View 01656 334536
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Joe Harrington
Psychotherapist, GMBPsS
Online Only
Are you unhappy with aspects of your life? Making the decision to attend counselling can be difficult and takes courage but the rewards can be immense. I believe in building trust with my clients where feelings can be considered and change can be explored in a safe and understanding environment. I’m an empathic, non-judgmental counsellor; it's my mission to help you through your issues so that you can move on with your life. I have gained my experience in the majority of the Essex mental health, drug and alcohol services and have also worked in residential treatment.
Are you unhappy with aspects of your life? Making the decision to attend counselling can be difficult and takes courage but the rewards can be immense. I believe in building trust with my clients where feelings can be considered and change can be explored in a safe and understanding environment. I’m an empathic, non-judgmental counsellor; it's my mission to help you through your issues so that you can move on with your life. I have gained my experience in the majority of the Essex mental health, drug and alcohol services and have also worked in residential treatment.
01279 976929 View 01279 976929

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Medication Management Counsellors
What are the most effective ways to manage medications?
One of the most effective ways a patient can manage their medications is to keep a list of each drug and dosage they take. Such a list can be helpful in keeping to their schedule and can also be something they bring to their psychiatrist or other physician so that the healthcare provider has a clear picture of what they’re taking and in what quantity. Using a pill organiser can be useful for memory and organisation. Patients should discuss their medications and their effects at every appointment.

What are the risks if medications are not managed properly?
A suboptimal approach to medication management can lead to potentially harmful health outcomes. Most psychiatric drugs have side effects, and if a patient is not aware of them, they may seek additional medical help or over the counter or prescription drugs to treat the side effects, which may have its own side effects, a process called “prescription cascade.” Another risk to disorganisation is that a psychiatrist without full knowledge of a patient’s regimen could prescribe a medication that should not be mixed with a patient’s existing drugs.

What’s the best way to encourage someone to get help managing their medications?
It’s helpful to express concern and love for the person while framing medication management as a tool for improving their life and avoiding dangerous side effects. Offering specific examples of an individual’s failure to properly manage their medication regimen should be done with compassion and with empathy. It may be useful to break management down into parts, and there are several apps that can be used to organize which drugs are ingested, when they need to be refilled, and how they should be stored.

Are there natural treatments that can replace medications?
While there are many medications that can be vital to mental health, there are some natural lifestyle changes that can help reduce the need for drugs. Regular exercise, good sleep habits, a healthy diet, and therapy can all go a long way in symptom relief. Psychiatric medications typically treat symptoms but do not necessarily treat the cause of the condition. Many clinicians consider medications an adjunct to treatment rather than a treatment in and of itself.