Alcohol Use Counselling in Cheltenham
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Julie Ingram
Psychotherapist, MA, MBACP
Verified
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Hello, and welcome to my page. I have been qualified as a psychotherapist and supervisor for over 18 years, with previous experience in mental health and Social Work Management. I work with adults, children, adolescents and have expertise in working with family issues. I can help with a wide range of matters including: anxiety and depression, self esteem, family difficulties, relationship issues, Childhood abuse, Childhood neglect, Life threatening events, eating disorders, self harm, suicide and trauma. I provide a welcoming, safe space (indoors or out doors) which provides a relationship based approach to working together.

Rachel Power The Walk And Talk Therapist
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Verified
Verified
I am an experienced counsellor PROVIDING THERAPY IN THE OUTDOORS. Sometimes we want to talk but sitting in a counselling room might not feel like the right space for you. WALKING WHILST TALKING might just give you the space and freedom to begin to understand some uncomfortable feelings and past experiences in the safe hands of myself within nature. Being in nature will help you to learn how to resource yourself whilst processing the past giving you a clearer feel of the future. You may feel anxious or depressed, struggling with relationships. I work from Pittville Park, The Cotswolds and Crickley Hill. I also do home visits.

John Mosley
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified
1 Endorsed
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1 Endorsed
Sometimes life can get too much and we can become overwhelmed by current events or our past. Coming to counselling can be a daunting prospect, but a warm, collaborative and therapeutic environment can help us to face those concerns and gain understanding. I work compassionately, with empathic understanding and without judgement to provide a safe and confidential space for you to talk. All genders are welcome and I can help with a variety of presenting issues, including anxiety, depression, grief/loss, loneliness, low self-esteem, abuse, self-harm, trauma and relationship problems.

Gary Catterall
Psychotherapist, ACP
Verified
Verified
I have over 18 years’ experience working in mental health settings. I have worked extensively in the field of infant, child & adult mental health services, have held senior roles and managed a psychological service department for CAMHS. I am trained in understanding complex, multi-layered communications, and I work with a broad range of issues from mild to severe difficulties. I always hold my patients in mind and am patient led with all therapeutic interventions. I work with compassion and empathy and I am highly passionate at helping people overcome adversity/challenges. I work with kindness and gentle curiosity.

Emma johnsey
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Verified
Verified
Hello, my name is Emma and I have over ten years experience as a counsellor. Contact me if you are looking for a safe person with whom you can explore matters that are important to you, this may include relationships, emotions, thoughts that concern you, or blocks you feel. The focus of our work would be you and your life. You may have goals you wish to achieve or feel hopeless and stuck. Whatever your concerns our work may entail looking at the past or take a solution focused approach.

Wellbeing Connections
Counsellor, BACP
Verified
Verified
Counselling can offer you a safe space to explore the issues that may be stopping your lead your best life. I am a MBACP registered Counsellor, qualified to work with both adults and children/adolescents. I am a single parent and former carer and my experience has been both in the voluntary sector, working with adults and carers and with Tic+ children and young peoples counselling. Are you a struggling parent, an exhausted carer or someone that needs a little time out to figure out what is going on and where they are heading?

Nicola Holmes
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified
Verified
I enjoy helping you get a better sense of self and navigate your mental health. I understand struggling with anxiety can be overwhelming. But anxiety is simply your body's way of letting you know things are not quite right. I am also looking for therapists requiring supervision, whilst I complete Clinical Supervision training (discounted rate available). This puts the relationship at the heart of our work. Helping you understand how the relationships are affecting you, as well as technicalities and ethics. I have an interest in neurodiversity and am passionate about being in nature.

Thrive:Counselling. Julie Allan
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified
Verified
I am an experienced, counsellor and supervisor. Offing a warm non judgemental, safe space to explore your feelings and difficulties. To talk about anything which may feel confusing, painful, or traumatic. You do not necessarily need to be at crisis point to benefit from counselling, you may simply be feeling more anxious, tearful, stressed or angry and wondering how to get back to what feels more normal for you. I want to help you to find ways to live a fuller life and reach your unique potential.I can offer face to face or online working we can discuss your preference.

Janette Rankine
Psychologist, DCounsPsych, CPsychol
Verified
Verified
Hi, Are you are looking for someone who will really listen to you without judgement? I am a fully qualified HCPC registered Counselling Psychologist. I provide a safe space to be heard, in a peacfeul haven in central Cheltenham. I offer Intergrative Counselling and Psychological Therapy for all kinds of distress, conflict or confusion. We all go through tough times when we need someone to tell our story to. Oftentimes, just sharing it, without fear of consequencies is all that is required to start a healing journey.
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Dawn Andrei
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified
Verified
Are you struggling with your emotions, overwhelmed with anxiety, depression, grief, or relationship difficulties? Perhaps stuck in destructive habitual behavioural patterns, or addictive behaviours without understanding why? I offer a safe and empathetic environment to support your growth in developing self-awareness, through a range of therapeutic approaches, building a bespoke tool kit of coping techniques to support you work through your difficulties, develop emotional regulation and make the desired changes in your life.

Therapy with Ben
Counsellor, MNCPS Accred
Verified
Verified
Hi, I am Ben an enthuisastic and friendly therapist working in the Cheltenham area. I work in an integrative way with my main approach being person-centred therapy, this is because I truly believe you are the expert in your own life. We can work together to make sure you get the most from life. I fully understand that if you are looking here then it is likely that things are not going as you would wish at the moment. Counselling is a great way to deal with lives difficulties and maximise the enjoyment you get from your own life, I truly believe this.

Karen Yvette Walsh
Counsellor, BACP
Verified
Verified
Hello my name is Karen and I'm a qualified integrative counsellor. This means I am trained in techniques from different types of therapy which enables me to tailor an approach specifically for you. I spent 17 years in the NHS caring for physical well - being, and have decided that it is now time to care for mental well-being. Life is full of twists and turns, and sometimes we all need a little extra support to navigate through it. Seeking help is a sign of strength, and you don't have to navigate life's challenges alone. My aim is to create a safe haven for

Max Knowles
Counsellor, BACP
Verified
Verified
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.

Dr Kirsten Kitson
Psychologist, DCounsPsych, HCPC - Couns. Psych.
Verified
Verified
I have worked with many different presentations throughout my career in the NHS, Charity sector and HM Prison service. My experience and training can give you the confidence in my practice as I provide you with an individual approach; tailored to your specific needs and goals. Together we can explore how to improve your situation by equipping you with the necessary skills and techniques to move forward and maintain change.

Karen J O'Connell
Psychotherapist, MA, MUKCP
Verified
Verified
Welcome to my Counselling & Psychotherapy Service in Bristol and Cheltenham. I am an experienced and fully accredited Psychotherapist (MA Dip, Hip) and UKCP registered. I see clients with a range of issues on both a long term and short-term basis. This includes: Anxiety, Depression, Low Self-Esteem, Work Related Stress and Relationship difficulties too early childhood trauma. Also as a Qualified Social Worker I have many years practice of supporting client's through adverse experiences in their lives.

Natalie Kitching
Counsellor
Verified
Verified
I am currently offering low cost personal therapy as I complete the advanced stages of my Level 6 counselling training. It can be difficult to reach out for help and seek therapy. I want to welcome you to a world of exploration. Whether you feel at crisis point or just want to explore your own psychology in more depth then I am here to help you. Working alongside you, we can explore what brings you to personal therapy and what it is you aim to achieve. My priority for our counselling together is to create a safe, ethical and collaborative relationship where you are free to be honest and bring your whole self to our sessions.

Katherine D'Arcy Brown
Psychologist, MSc, HCPC - Couns. Psych.
Verified
Verified
When you are facing difficult decisions, challenges or trauma in your life, first of all I will listen carefully and help you to explore and understand the issues you face in a supportive and confidential way. As a fully qualified and experienced Counselling Psychologist I have a wide range of methods and in-depth training on which to draw as we work together. I will therefore select a therapeutic approach that is right for your personal needs and issues, and work towards a positive outcome for you.

Jeremy Knowles
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified
Verified
The reasons for seeking therapy are many. I am a strong believer in our ability as individuals to change how we feel, think and react to the situations we find ourselves in and which may be causing us difficulty. I see my role as a therapist as a facilitator, allowing a client to learn about themselves, their relationships and their behaviours.

Clarity in Mind
Psychotherapist, MA, MBACP
Verified
Verified
Clarity in Mind has been established to set new standards in therapy for both individuals and organisations alike. Our philosophy is that each client has their own unique needs and circumstances & should have a tailored holistic plan created for them. Our service is provided by highly qualified and experienced therapists who share this philosophy. We provide assessment and evidence-based treatment for individuals who wish to understand then learn to cope more effectively with life issues, such as: depression, anxiety, OCD, panic and phobias post traumatic stress, eating disorders personality disorders and neurodiversity.

Carley Ayling
Counsellor, BACP
Verified
Verified
Hello, I am Carley Ayling and I’ve been working as a counsellor since my training in 2010. I provide treatment to individuals aged 14 years and above, male and female. I’ve worked with many clients with depression, anxiety, OCD, relationships difficulties, parents whose children suffer from behavioural issues, suicide and self-harm. I’ve also helped with sleep, financial and sexual assault. I offer a free initial appointment where we can exchange information to see if we are happy to work together. I can only provide sessions via Skype, FaceTime, Zoom, WhatsApp video or telephone calls in the evenings.
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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.