Addiction Counselling in Burford
Are you feeling anxious, depressed or having relationship difficulties, or unsure of what to do next? I can help. I offer a safe and confidential space where you can explore your thoughts and feelings without fear of judgement. Feeling truly heard and listened to can help open new perspectives and pathways forward.
Our sessions will move at your pace, with no pressure to discuss anything before you feel ready. My role is to listen carefully, support you, and help you make sense of what you may be experiencing.
Are you feeling anxious, depressed or having relationship difficulties, or unsure of what to do next? I can help. I offer a safe and confidential space where you can explore your thoughts and feelings without fear of judgement. Feeling truly heard and listened to can help open new perspectives and pathways forward.
Our sessions will move at your pace, with no pressure to discuss anything before you feel ready. My role is to listen carefully, support you, and help you make sense of what you may be experiencing.
Are you finding life a struggle? Do you feel stuck, or disconnected from yourself? I invite you to take a breath and listen in. What do you need right now? When was the last time someone really listened to you with calm, warm acceptance, without judgement, and with curiosity and kindness?
I offer a safe, welcoming space where we can explore together the way in which you relate to yourself and others.
As a senior student in Core Process Psychotherapy, I use gentle embodied mindfulness and presence to help you relate to yourself in a new way, to come into relationship with the whole of yourself with kindness and curiosity.
Are you finding life a struggle? Do you feel stuck, or disconnected from yourself? I invite you to take a breath and listen in. What do you need right now? When was the last time someone really listened to you with calm, warm acceptance, without judgement, and with curiosity and kindness?
I offer a safe, welcoming space where we can explore together the way in which you relate to yourself and others.
As a senior student in Core Process Psychotherapy, I use gentle embodied mindfulness and presence to help you relate to yourself in a new way, to come into relationship with the whole of yourself with kindness and curiosity.
You may be feeling overwhelmed, stuck or struggling with anxiety, low self esteem, relationships, grief, trauma or the impact of past experiences. You might also be adjusting to a life changing diagnosis or living with a long term health condition. Alongside my private practice, I work as an NHS counsellor, supporting people through these challenges. Whatever has brought you here, I'll offer a warm, compassionate and non judgemental space where we can explore what's going on, at your pace.
You may be feeling overwhelmed, stuck or struggling with anxiety, low self esteem, relationships, grief, trauma or the impact of past experiences. You might also be adjusting to a life changing diagnosis or living with a long term health condition. Alongside my private practice, I work as an NHS counsellor, supporting people through these challenges. Whatever has brought you here, I'll offer a warm, compassionate and non judgemental space where we can explore what's going on, at your pace.
Some of my areas of expertise include loss and bereavement, anxiety, depression, self harm, relationships and families, trauma / PTSD, sexual / domestic abuse, addictions ( drug, alcohol, internet).
As an integrative counsellor / therapist. I weave many theories such as gestalt, Transactional analysis, CBT, psychodynamic analysis and grief models into my practice as no one client is the same, we are all unique. I enjoy working with adults and young people either face to face, on-line or via telephone. The sessions can be short term or long term.
Some of my areas of expertise include loss and bereavement, anxiety, depression, self harm, relationships and families, trauma / PTSD, sexual / domestic abuse, addictions ( drug, alcohol, internet).
As an integrative counsellor / therapist. I weave many theories such as gestalt, Transactional analysis, CBT, psychodynamic analysis and grief models into my practice as no one client is the same, we are all unique. I enjoy working with adults and young people either face to face, on-line or via telephone. The sessions can be short term or long term.
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When you are feeling overwhelmed by difficult past or present experiences, thoughts and feelings talking to someone who will listen can help. Are you feeling alone in this? you don't have to. I offer a confidential, empathic and non-judgemental space in which together we can explore what is causing your distress and a way forward at your pace. Whilst fostering clarity and self-awareness, I bring a warm, calm and compassionate approach to my work in which my client feels supported and empowered. I have a passionate belief in the human capacity for change and growth and in the power of therapy to nurture this for my clients.
When you are feeling overwhelmed by difficult past or present experiences, thoughts and feelings talking to someone who will listen can help. Are you feeling alone in this? you don't have to. I offer a confidential, empathic and non-judgemental space in which together we can explore what is causing your distress and a way forward at your pace. Whilst fostering clarity and self-awareness, I bring a warm, calm and compassionate approach to my work in which my client feels supported and empowered. I have a passionate belief in the human capacity for change and growth and in the power of therapy to nurture this for my clients.
Hi, I am Max ( Qualified Person Centred Therapist) and I know from my own experience, that life can sometimes be a struggle. Events and experiences can leave us feeling lost, isolated or directionless . At such times, reaching out for help can feel very difficult and it is important that your search leads you to someone you feel you can trust . Counselling is an opportunity to explore thoughts and feelings ,which might be affecting many different areas of your life. With careful and empathic listening, I endeavour to support you in finding your own way through what is often too complex and difficult to manage alone.
Hi, I am Max ( Qualified Person Centred Therapist) and I know from my own experience, that life can sometimes be a struggle. Events and experiences can leave us feeling lost, isolated or directionless . At such times, reaching out for help can feel very difficult and it is important that your search leads you to someone you feel you can trust . Counselling is an opportunity to explore thoughts and feelings ,which might be affecting many different areas of your life. With careful and empathic listening, I endeavour to support you in finding your own way through what is often too complex and difficult to manage alone.
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 have experience in the following areas: Couple counselling, Eating disorders - disordered eating, Obesity and Nutrition, Binge eating, Child therapy, DBT – Dialectical Behavioural Therapy, Addictions, Depression, Anger, Anxiety, Stress, Gender and Identity issues Bereavement and loss
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 have experience in the following areas: Couple counselling, Eating disorders - disordered eating, Obesity and Nutrition, Binge eating, Child therapy, DBT – Dialectical Behavioural Therapy, Addictions, Depression, Anger, Anxiety, Stress, Gender and Identity issues Bereavement and loss
I have supported individuals in managing their relationships with alcohol and substance use, and I have also worked with survivors of sexual abuse.
I focus on the connection between the body and emotions. In my practice, I can offer auricular acupuncture to support overall well-being.
My approach is person-centred, integrative. I understand that various approaches can be confusing, but I have provided a brief statement below on how I work.
My approach holds the belief that each individual knows themselves best and has the potential for personal growth.
This growth is supported by our relationship and the environment we create together, where we begin to explore and challenge beliefs, attitudes and behaviours towards self and your relationships with others and the world.
I have supported individuals in managing their relationships with alcohol and substance use, and I have also worked with survivors of sexual abuse.
I focus on the connection between the body and emotions. In my practice, I can offer auricular acupuncture to support overall well-being.
My approach is person-centred, integrative. I understand that various approaches can be confusing, but I have provided a brief statement below on how I work.
My approach holds the belief that each individual knows themselves best and has the potential for personal growth.
This growth is supported by our relationship and the environment we create together, where we begin to explore and challenge beliefs, attitudes and behaviours towards self and your relationships with others and the world.
I can provide you with a warm, supportive, safe space which can allow you to explore any difficult issues you may be experiencing in your life. This could be emotional turmoil due to a life situation, or perhaps a traumatic event that has happened to you, causing feelings of overwhelm. I will always listen and endeavour to understand you, free from any judgement. Allowing you to share your story at your own pace. I have an integrative approach which means I draw upon different modalities of counselling through my experience and training. This will help me meet your needs in the best way I can whilst working with you.
I can provide you with a warm, supportive, safe space which can allow you to explore any difficult issues you may be experiencing in your life. This could be emotional turmoil due to a life situation, or perhaps a traumatic event that has happened to you, causing feelings of overwhelm. I will always listen and endeavour to understand you, free from any judgement. Allowing you to share your story at your own pace. I have an integrative approach which means I draw upon different modalities of counselling through my experience and training. This will help me meet your needs in the best way I can whilst working with you.
I am a qualified and accredited addictions therapist, and hold a Masters degree in Integrative Psychotherapy from Sherwood Psychotherapy Training Institute.
My therapy style is flexible, with an emphasis on the relational elements which are evidenced to improve therapeutic outcomes. I tend to focus not only on the causation of the presenting problems but work towards finding appropriate solutions to both short- and long-term issues.
I am a qualified and accredited addictions therapist, and hold a Masters degree in Integrative Psychotherapy from Sherwood Psychotherapy Training Institute.
My therapy style is flexible, with an emphasis on the relational elements which are evidenced to improve therapeutic outcomes. I tend to focus not only on the causation of the presenting problems but work towards finding appropriate solutions to both short- and long-term issues.
You thought things would feel easier by the time you reached this age.
Maybe life wasn't supposed to be this hard. You figured you'd feel more settled, more confident, more in control. But instead, something just feels… off. You're tired. Anxious. Like you're stuck, and no matter what you do, it's hard to move forward.
You know you want more from life, you know you're capable of more, but it's hard to explain. You might feel disconnected from yourself or the people around you. Maybe your relationships are struggling, or you just don’t feel like yourself anymore.
You're not alone. I'm here for you if you decide to reach out.
You thought things would feel easier by the time you reached this age.
Maybe life wasn't supposed to be this hard. You figured you'd feel more settled, more confident, more in control. But instead, something just feels… off. You're tired. Anxious. Like you're stuck, and no matter what you do, it's hard to move forward.
You know you want more from life, you know you're capable of more, but it's hard to explain. You might feel disconnected from yourself or the people around you. Maybe your relationships are struggling, or you just don’t feel like yourself anymore.
You're not alone. I'm here for you if you decide to reach out.
I counsel Substance Abuse, Complex Trauma and Addiction related issues.
My role is to provide a safe container and the clinical tools necessary for you to dismantle shame, to regulate emotional chaos and to help you rewrite your story. We don't just aim for 'sobriety'; we aim for a sense of wholeness and a life that feels worth being present for. You will transition from disempowerment to living an empowered life going forward.
I counsel Substance Abuse, Complex Trauma and Addiction related issues.
My role is to provide a safe container and the clinical tools necessary for you to dismantle shame, to regulate emotional chaos and to help you rewrite your story. We don't just aim for 'sobriety'; we aim for a sense of wholeness and a life that feels worth being present for. You will transition from disempowerment to living an empowered life going forward.
I work with clients who may be struggling with stress, anxiety, depression, addictions, relationships or trauma.
Are you feeling depressed, anxious, stressed or struggling with everyday life? Perhaps you are experiencing feelings you can't quite identify? Are you looking for help with various life challenging issues/situations? Have you got to the point where you can't go on alone and need someone else to help you? Whatever you are facing, you no longer have to do this alone, I am here to provide you with relevant support and address your needs. As an integrative counsellor I am using a compilation of therapeutic methods tailored to the individual's needs and goals providing an environment for enablement and empowerment of their achievement.
I work with clients who may be struggling with stress, anxiety, depression, addictions, relationships or trauma.
Are you feeling depressed, anxious, stressed or struggling with everyday life? Perhaps you are experiencing feelings you can't quite identify? Are you looking for help with various life challenging issues/situations? Have you got to the point where you can't go on alone and need someone else to help you? Whatever you are facing, you no longer have to do this alone, I am here to provide you with relevant support and address your needs. As an integrative counsellor I am using a compilation of therapeutic methods tailored to the individual's needs and goals providing an environment for enablement and empowerment of their achievement.
I have supported adults living with grief and loss, worked with those struggling with addiction and those navigating major life changes.
I re-trained later in life, having been a teacher for 25 years, supporting teenagers and their families through life’s ups and downs. I have a special interest in working with neurodivergent clients who may be struggling at school, with friends or in the workplace. I have supported clients (and their parents) with school-based anxiety.
I have supported adults living with grief and loss, worked with those struggling with addiction and those navigating major life changes.
I re-trained later in life, having been a teacher for 25 years, supporting teenagers and their families through life’s ups and downs. I have a special interest in working with neurodivergent clients who may be struggling at school, with friends or in the workplace. I have supported clients (and their parents) with school-based anxiety.
We all respond differently to the pressures and changes- you may be swinging from one emotion to another, or feeling numb and tired, or just can't think straight... We are all doing our best to cope, but maybe your normal ways of coping aren't working well enough at the moment? Or maybe you have turned to ways of coping that are unhelpful- like drinking too much ? I can help you find your feet and see what is important for you right now. I know how important it is to find a breathing space to process what is happening when you are living with chaos and uncertainty
We all respond differently to the pressures and changes- you may be swinging from one emotion to another, or feeling numb and tired, or just can't think straight... We are all doing our best to cope, but maybe your normal ways of coping aren't working well enough at the moment? Or maybe you have turned to ways of coping that are unhelpful- like drinking too much ? I can help you find your feet and see what is important for you right now. I know how important it is to find a breathing space to process what is happening when you are living with chaos and uncertainty
My specialisms include addiction, anxiety, depression, couples therapy, self esteem, bereavement, identity and trauma.
I offer counselling and therapeutic coaching. Clients will come to me with a range of problems and often feel some confusion and simply need to talk. In our work we will clarify the problem and see what is most challenging for you at the present time. We will discover where this confusion arises in the body and mind and begin to understand where it began: Perhaps this has been triggered in the past: by an environment, people, a person, upbringing etc. The work we do is compassionate and kind. My purpose is to help you find your way out of the confusion and suffering, so you can find purpose, meaning and peace in your life.
My specialisms include addiction, anxiety, depression, couples therapy, self esteem, bereavement, identity and trauma.
I offer counselling and therapeutic coaching. Clients will come to me with a range of problems and often feel some confusion and simply need to talk. In our work we will clarify the problem and see what is most challenging for you at the present time. We will discover where this confusion arises in the body and mind and begin to understand where it began: Perhaps this has been triggered in the past: by an environment, people, a person, upbringing etc. The work we do is compassionate and kind. My purpose is to help you find your way out of the confusion and suffering, so you can find purpose, meaning and peace in your life.
I have supported individuals in their recovery from drug and alcohol addiction.
What ever has bought you here, I believe reaching out can be one of the biggest hurdles. I'm so pleased you are taking these first steps to seek out help and support. Finding someone you trust is fundamental to the counselling process, which is why we will work at a pace that feels comfortable for you, developing a relationship that allows for a safe exploration of deeper issues. My hope is to help you cultivate self-compassion, and this begins with a greater understanding of your inner world. I am dedicated to collaborating with you to discover solutions that are tailored specifically to your needs.
I have supported individuals in their recovery from drug and alcohol addiction.
What ever has bought you here, I believe reaching out can be one of the biggest hurdles. I'm so pleased you are taking these first steps to seek out help and support. Finding someone you trust is fundamental to the counselling process, which is why we will work at a pace that feels comfortable for you, developing a relationship that allows for a safe exploration of deeper issues. My hope is to help you cultivate self-compassion, and this begins with a greater understanding of your inner world. I am dedicated to collaborating with you to discover solutions that are tailored specifically to your needs.
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.
I work with people struggling with trauma, addiction, self esteem, and patterns that keep repeating despite their best efforts to change.
Change rarely happens through force or shame. Therapy can offer a space to understand yourself more deeply, at a pace that feels safe and manageable. If finances are a concern, we can discuss fees during the consultation.
I work with people struggling with trauma, addiction, self esteem, and patterns that keep repeating despite their best efforts to change.
Change rarely happens through force or shame. Therapy can offer a space to understand yourself more deeply, at a pace that feels safe and manageable. If finances are a concern, we can discuss fees during the consultation.
Areas of focus include anxiety, ADHD, depression, OCD, phobias, eating disorders, addiction, low self-esteem, relational/ identity issues, and the long aftermath of difficult childhoods.
I am a registered integrative psychotherapist and occupational therapist with over fifteen years across the NHS, The Priory, private practice and corporate settings. I am registered with UKCP/BACP for psychotherapy and HCPC for occupational therapy, and I work with most major UK insurance providers including BUPA, Aviva, Vitality and WPA. I work with adults who have done some of the obvious work and have reached the harder, less obvious layer underneath. People who are not in crisis but are not where they want to be. People who have had insight without it producing change.
Areas of focus include anxiety, ADHD, depression, OCD, phobias, eating disorders, addiction, low self-esteem, relational/ identity issues, and the long aftermath of difficult childhoods.
I am a registered integrative psychotherapist and occupational therapist with over fifteen years across the NHS, The Priory, private practice and corporate settings. I am registered with UKCP/BACP for psychotherapy and HCPC for occupational therapy, and I work with most major UK insurance providers including BUPA, Aviva, Vitality and WPA. I work with adults who have done some of the obvious work and have reached the harder, less obvious layer underneath. People who are not in crisis but are not where they want to be. People who have had insight without it producing change.
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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.