Addiction Counselling in Bletchley

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Alessia Newman
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBACP
Serves Area
I’m Alessia, a psychodynamic psychotherapist offering a warm and non-judgemental space to explore your true self. Whether you’re struggling with anxiety, low mood, relationship challenges, or the emotional impact of physical health issues, I’m here to help you make sense of your experiences and feel more connected to yourself. Our work will gently explore how past experiences may be influencing the present. Many of our present-day challenges stem from patterns developed earlier in life, often outside of our conscious awareness. Our work in therapy will encourage deeper understanding, where real and lasting change becomes possible.
I’m Alessia, a psychodynamic psychotherapist offering a warm and non-judgemental space to explore your true self. Whether you’re struggling with anxiety, low mood, relationship challenges, or the emotional impact of physical health issues, I’m here to help you make sense of your experiences and feel more connected to yourself. Our work will gently explore how past experiences may be influencing the present. Many of our present-day challenges stem from patterns developed earlier in life, often outside of our conscious awareness. Our work in therapy will encourage deeper understanding, where real and lasting change becomes possible.
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Serendipity Psychology Ltd Beds and Bucks
Psychotherapist, MBACP Accred
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Serendipity Psychology is a team of professionally registered, highly qualified psychologists, psychotherapists, counsellors and occupational therapists working across Northamptonshire, Milton Keynes, Leicestershire, Coventry & Warwickshire and many other areas of the UK. Our team aspire to deliver exceptional, personalised psychological treatment and care throughout the time you need us. We offer a range of specialist support and pathways of care, including a neurodivergence pathway for the assessment and support of ASD and ADHD, and a lower-fee pathway for those who may struggle to access independent therapy because of the cost.
Serendipity Psychology is a team of professionally registered, highly qualified psychologists, psychotherapists, counsellors and occupational therapists working across Northamptonshire, Milton Keynes, Leicestershire, Coventry & Warwickshire and many other areas of the UK. Our team aspire to deliver exceptional, personalised psychological treatment and care throughout the time you need us. We offer a range of specialist support and pathways of care, including a neurodivergence pathway for the assessment and support of ASD and ADHD, and a lower-fee pathway for those who may struggle to access independent therapy because of the cost.
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Sheena Hands
Psychotherapist, DCounsPsych, MNCPS Acc.
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
I can offer support to work through emotional dysregulation, self abandonment, identity confusion, addiction, Depression and anxiety.
I am an integrative therapist working with both short term and open ended therapy. I can provide you with a compassionate and safe space to explore your situation in a supportive and confidential environment free from judgement. I will help to guide you to solutions, new ways of thinking or just facilitate somewhere to explore your thoughts and feelings. I work integratively which means I adapt to work collaboratively with each of my clients based on individual needs and will draw on models of psychodynamic, CBT grounded in person centred.
I can offer support to work through emotional dysregulation, self abandonment, identity confusion, addiction, Depression and anxiety.
I am an integrative therapist working with both short term and open ended therapy. I can provide you with a compassionate and safe space to explore your situation in a supportive and confidential environment free from judgement. I will help to guide you to solutions, new ways of thinking or just facilitate somewhere to explore your thoughts and feelings. I work integratively which means I adapt to work collaboratively with each of my clients based on individual needs and will draw on models of psychodynamic, CBT grounded in person centred.
01908 024257 View 01908 024257
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DS-Therapia
Psychotherapist, MUKCP
Serves Area
I’m an experienced Psychotherapist, Couples & Relationship Psychotherapist, Psychosexual & Sex Addiction Psychotherapist with over 26+ years experience private practice
I specialise in four areas: Psychosexual and relationship therapy, for individuals and/or partners also known as couples counselling or sex therapy, Sexual Diversity – Sexual Identity, Paraphillia, BDsM/Kink/Fetish, Escorts, Sexual Trauma – Rape (Male & Female), Therapy for Compulsivity Sexual Behavioural Disorder and or Problematic Pornography Usage.
I’m an experienced Psychotherapist, Couples & Relationship Psychotherapist, Psychosexual & Sex Addiction Psychotherapist with over 26+ years experience private practice
I specialise in four areas: Psychosexual and relationship therapy, for individuals and/or partners also known as couples counselling or sex therapy, Sexual Diversity – Sexual Identity, Paraphillia, BDsM/Kink/Fetish, Escorts, Sexual Trauma – Rape (Male & Female), Therapy for Compulsivity Sexual Behavioural Disorder and or Problematic Pornography Usage.
01788 227343 View 01788 227343

More Therapists Nearby

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Fiona de Swardt
Psychotherapist, BACP
Serves Area
I understand that considering to approach someone to discuss private and intimate matters is not easy, but this can be life changing. Experiencing emotional difficulties that affect your moods and behaviour are more common than you think. This can significantly impact a wide range of aspects in your day-to-day life and relationships. Therapy is often an effective way to reach a better understanding of yourself and the causes of your emotional discomfort. It may also help you to find the best way forward to overcome challenges and move on to experience meaningful life improvements simultaneously alleviating pressures and stress.
I understand that considering to approach someone to discuss private and intimate matters is not easy, but this can be life changing. Experiencing emotional difficulties that affect your moods and behaviour are more common than you think. This can significantly impact a wide range of aspects in your day-to-day life and relationships. Therapy is often an effective way to reach a better understanding of yourself and the causes of your emotional discomfort. It may also help you to find the best way forward to overcome challenges and move on to experience meaningful life improvements simultaneously alleviating pressures and stress.
01926 351762 View 01926 351762
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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.
That care and compassion you can show to others you will be able shine on the wounded or managing parts of of you that you have pushed down and away, healing them and allowing them to be free. You will always be in control of our sessions and my only wish is that you feel safe enough to share what you want when you feel ready to. Our first meeting is free
Hi I am an IFS (internal family systems) psychotherapist specialising in Trauma, addictions and eating disorders.
That care and compassion you can show to others you will be able shine on the wounded or managing parts of of you that you have pushed down and away, healing them and allowing them to be free. You will always be in control of our sessions and my only wish is that you feel safe enough to share what you want when you feel ready to. Our first meeting is free
01295 957027 View 01295 957027
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Dr Lee Martin
Psychotherapist, MA, MBACP Snr. Accred
Online Only
Some of us have Grief, Trauma or Addiction that we just can’t seem to work through.
I am deeply committed to your healing, well-being and the development of you as a whole person: body, mind and spirit. I’m an Integrative Psychotherapist, which broadly means that I’m trained in lots of different approaches and modalities and techniques. I offer counselling for adults & adolescents, I also offer therapy from a Christian perspective.
Some of us have Grief, Trauma or Addiction that we just can’t seem to work through.
I am deeply committed to your healing, well-being and the development of you as a whole person: body, mind and spirit. I’m an Integrative Psychotherapist, which broadly means that I’m trained in lots of different approaches and modalities and techniques. I offer counselling for adults & adolescents, I also offer therapy from a Christian perspective.
01895 545169 View 01895 545169
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Jamie Higgs
Counsellor, BACP
I work with adults experiencing anxiety, low self-esteem, shame, relationship difficulties, loss and bereavement, addiction and recovery, trauma, men’s issues and major life transitions.
I work collaboratively, recognising that every person’s experience is unique. My approach is informed by Gestalt therapy, helping you develop greater awareness of yourself, your relationships and the patterns that may be keeping you stuck. Counselling is not about being pushed before you are ready. We will work together at your pace.
I work with adults experiencing anxiety, low self-esteem, shame, relationship difficulties, loss and bereavement, addiction and recovery, trauma, men’s issues and major life transitions.
I work collaboratively, recognising that every person’s experience is unique. My approach is informed by Gestalt therapy, helping you develop greater awareness of yourself, your relationships and the patterns that may be keeping you stuck. Counselling is not about being pushed before you are ready. We will work together at your pace.
01899 808931 View 01899 808931
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Soulworks Counselling Limited
Counsellor, MBACP
Serves Area
Specialisms: Narcissistic Abuse, Addiction & Mental Health Recovery.
My approach is person centred and integrative, drawing on different therapeutic methods to meet your individual needs. I work collaboratively and at a pace that feels right for you, with a strong focus on emotional safety, trust, and choice. This flexible approach supports recovery from narcissistic abuse, addiction, anxiety, and depression.
Specialisms: Narcissistic Abuse, Addiction & Mental Health Recovery.
My approach is person centred and integrative, drawing on different therapeutic methods to meet your individual needs. I work collaboratively and at a pace that feels right for you, with a strong focus on emotional safety, trust, and choice. This flexible approach supports recovery from narcissistic abuse, addiction, anxiety, and depression.
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Laura Drane
Psychotherapist, MA, MBACP
2 Endorsed
Hertford SG14
Perhaps you struggle with relationships, addiction, anxiety, low self-esteem or behaviours that feel difficult to understand or change.
I work Psychodynamically with clients by exploring unconscious patterns of behaviour. We will discuss the presenting issues you are facing and how they may be related to early experiences, particularly in childhood and adolescence. We will work at your pace and I will help to facilitate a journey of profound learning and change.
Perhaps you struggle with relationships, addiction, anxiety, low self-esteem or behaviours that feel difficult to understand or change.
I work Psychodynamically with clients by exploring unconscious patterns of behaviour. We will discuss the presenting issues you are facing and how they may be related to early experiences, particularly in childhood and adolescence. We will work at your pace and I will help to facilitate a journey of profound learning and change.
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Dr Lee Martin
Psychotherapist, MA, MBACP Snr. Accred
Serves Area
Some of us have Grief, Trauma or Addiction that we just can’t seem to work through.
I am deeply committed to your healing, well-being and the development of you as a whole person: body, mind and spirit. I’m an Integrative Psychotherapist, which broadly means that I’m trained in lots of different approaches and modalities and techniques. I offer counselling for adults & adolescents, I also offer therapy from a Christian perspective.
Some of us have Grief, Trauma or Addiction that we just can’t seem to work through.
I am deeply committed to your healing, well-being and the development of you as a whole person: body, mind and spirit. I’m an Integrative Psychotherapist, which broadly means that I’m trained in lots of different approaches and modalities and techniques. I offer counselling for adults & adolescents, I also offer therapy from a Christian perspective.
020 4538 6246 View 020 4538 6246
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Corri Johnson
Counsellor, MA, MBACP
1 Endorsed
I have an MA in Addiction Counselling and Prevention.
I work with you to make it make sense, whatever "it" may be, while allowing you to feel what you feel without judgement. We might put the pieces of your story into place, or develop coping skills to get you through. There is no one set way to make sense of life and I work to find what helps you. I am an Integrative Counsellor, working to look with curiosity and care through various "lenses" at your ways of relating to yourself, to other people, or to the world. My aim is to promote self-understanding, authenticity, and empower you to help yourself. I find that people already have what it takes to find their way or to change.
I have an MA in Addiction Counselling and Prevention.
I work with you to make it make sense, whatever "it" may be, while allowing you to feel what you feel without judgement. We might put the pieces of your story into place, or develop coping skills to get you through. There is no one set way to make sense of life and I work to find what helps you. I am an Integrative Counsellor, working to look with curiosity and care through various "lenses" at your ways of relating to yourself, to other people, or to the world. My aim is to promote self-understanding, authenticity, and empower you to help yourself. I find that people already have what it takes to find their way or to change.
01480 775828 View 01480 775828
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Garance Delpech
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, MBACP
3 Endorsed
Online Only
Waitlist for new clients
These wounds left unattended can lead to anxiety, low self-esteem, addictions, depression, shame, anger.
I have been practicing for 20 years in total; I work with a wide range of issues such as addictions, anxiety, relationships, grief,complex trauma, abuse, self-esteem and many more. You may have had therapy before but would like to reach new depths in your process...i have significant skills and experience for us to go " there" together in a meaningful way.
These wounds left unattended can lead to anxiety, low self-esteem, addictions, depression, shame, anger.
I have been practicing for 20 years in total; I work with a wide range of issues such as addictions, anxiety, relationships, grief,complex trauma, abuse, self-esteem and many more. You may have had therapy before but would like to reach new depths in your process...i have significant skills and experience for us to go " there" together in a meaningful way.
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Linda Kathryn Berkeley
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBABCP
Serves Area
Depression, all anxieties, OCD, trauma, substance-misuse, trichotillomania/BFRBs, trust issues, personality issues, fear, and anything else you bring to therapy.
You are the expert on yourself an only you can decide what might work for you. We will form a plan together, perhaps over the course of two to three sessions, of how we can proceed, and what we collaboratively believe is going on for you. You will find my practice is based on a humanistic, integrative, pluralistic blending of possibilities from several frameworks, including CBT, Gestalt, Compassion Focused Therapy, ideas from psychodynamic practice, with a person-centred, humanistic core.
Depression, all anxieties, OCD, trauma, substance-misuse, trichotillomania/BFRBs, trust issues, personality issues, fear, and anything else you bring to therapy.
You are the expert on yourself an only you can decide what might work for you. We will form a plan together, perhaps over the course of two to three sessions, of how we can proceed, and what we collaboratively believe is going on for you. You will find my practice is based on a humanistic, integrative, pluralistic blending of possibilities from several frameworks, including CBT, Gestalt, Compassion Focused Therapy, ideas from psychodynamic practice, with a person-centred, humanistic core.
01793 234332 View 01793 234332
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Hayley Ryan
Psychotherapist, MA, MBACP Snr. Accred
If we never take a leap of faith then we never know. More significantly we remain stuck. I often talk to clients about the power of change. In my work I am for people to gain a greater understanding of who they really are. Whilst enabling them to explore their feelings, circumstances and relationships. The goal of our work together is to challenge any destructive patterns or behaviours and work towards positive active change. In the end this enables people to live a more fulfilling and calmer life.
If we never take a leap of faith then we never know. More significantly we remain stuck. I often talk to clients about the power of change. In my work I am for people to gain a greater understanding of who they really are. Whilst enabling them to explore their feelings, circumstances and relationships. The goal of our work together is to challenge any destructive patterns or behaviours and work towards positive active change. In the end this enables people to live a more fulfilling and calmer life.
01727 634564 View 01727 634564
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Simon Ziff
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Serves Area
I specialise in helping my clients who are experiencing problems relating to addiction, alcohol dependency, anxiety, depression, relationship issues and childhood trauma and other addictions.
I both trained and subsequently worked full time at the North London Priory Hospital, working with some of the most highly skilled specialists and therapists in therapy and treatment and I am trained in the Pia Mellody Post Induction Therapy model (from the Meadows for healing and resolving developmental and childhood trauma).
I specialise in helping my clients who are experiencing problems relating to addiction, alcohol dependency, anxiety, depression, relationship issues and childhood trauma and other addictions.
I both trained and subsequently worked full time at the North London Priory Hospital, working with some of the most highly skilled specialists and therapists in therapy and treatment and I am trained in the Pia Mellody Post Induction Therapy model (from the Meadows for healing and resolving developmental and childhood trauma).
020 4572 4994 View 020 4572 4994
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Rebecca Dalton -Motivating Minds
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Oxford OX2
Are you or a loved one self-medicating by drinking or using substances?
I offer step-by-step therapy and ADHD/ life coaching. My specialities include working with people experiencing addiction/dependency, social anxiety and depression, low self-esteem, ADHD and lack of motivation. I also offer guidance and support to concerned friends and family.
Are you or a loved one self-medicating by drinking or using substances?
I offer step-by-step therapy and ADHD/ life coaching. My specialities include working with people experiencing addiction/dependency, social anxiety and depression, low self-esteem, ADHD and lack of motivation. I also offer guidance and support to concerned friends and family.
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Mark Aitchison
Counsellor, MBACP
Ware SG12
I am an Integrative counsellor and ADHD coach. My company is Ataraxia counselling. I offer individuals and couples a warm and confidential space to explore and work out some of lifes issues, trauma and personal challenges. I also offer online sessions to those who are unable to meet in person.
I am an Integrative counsellor and ADHD coach. My company is Ataraxia counselling. I offer individuals and couples a warm and confidential space to explore and work out some of lifes issues, trauma and personal challenges. I also offer online sessions to those who are unable to meet in person.
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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.
For me, the two key tenets of any therapeutic relationship are the swift estalishment of rapport and trust in a safe setting. sI use a range of appropriate counselling techniques that will be adjusted to suit the client's individual needs in general. Highly empathetic and person-centered. Working with people of all ages and backgrounds.
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.
For me, the two key tenets of any therapeutic relationship are the swift estalishment of rapport and trust in a safe setting. sI use a range of appropriate counselling techniques that will be adjusted to suit the client's individual needs in general. Highly empathetic and person-centered. Working with people of all ages and backgrounds.
01635 959221 View 01635 959221
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Alison Hamley Psychological Services
Psychologist, MSc, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Oxford OX2
I work with a range of mental health problems and I have a specialism in treating eating disorders and addictive behaviours, including substance misuse.
I am an HCPC registered Clinical Psychologist, and a British Psychological Society Chartered Psychologist. I have over 25 years experience of working in mental health settings. In my practice, I provide a safe, confidential and collaborative space for clients to explore their difficulties and find solutions to their problems.
I work with a range of mental health problems and I have a specialism in treating eating disorders and addictive behaviours, including substance misuse.
I am an HCPC registered Clinical Psychologist, and a British Psychological Society Chartered Psychologist. I have over 25 years experience of working in mental health settings. In my practice, I provide a safe, confidential and collaborative space for clients to explore their difficulties and find solutions to their problems.
01865 951206 View 01865 951206
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.