Addiction Counselling in Haywards Heath

Tony Chapman
Psychotherapist, DCounsPsych, MBACP Accred
I specialise in anxiety, abuse, trauma and addiction, areas that are so often interlinked.
Making the first step toward change can be very hard, it may be that you have fears about the risk of not being understood or the process being intrusive, you can take comfort from the fact that therapy is not about extracting information, counsellors and psychotherapists work with what you present and more importantly, at your pace.
I specialise in anxiety, abuse, trauma and addiction, areas that are so often interlinked.
Making the first step toward change can be very hard, it may be that you have fears about the risk of not being understood or the process being intrusive, you can take comfort from the fact that therapy is not about extracting information, counsellors and psychotherapists work with what you present and more importantly, at your pace.
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Just One Small Step
Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
I recognise everyone's narrative is different and I offer a safe, confidential space to be listened to. Sometimes just this in itself is enough for someone to organise and verbalise their thoughts so that they can move on. But sometimes the issues are more deep routed and need to be brought to the surface before we can deal with them. This may require more thought-provoking work with a client. Sometimes however people do have an insight into themselves and why they feel the way they do but again do not know how to leave their old narrative behind and move on.
I recognise everyone's narrative is different and I offer a safe, confidential space to be listened to. Sometimes just this in itself is enough for someone to organise and verbalise their thoughts so that they can move on. But sometimes the issues are more deep routed and need to be brought to the surface before we can deal with them. This may require more thought-provoking work with a client. Sometimes however people do have an insight into themselves and why they feel the way they do but again do not know how to leave their old narrative behind and move on.
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Sharon Cunliffe
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBACP
I have specialist training and experience in the addiction field working with both substance misuse and behavioural addictions.
People seek counselling for a variety of different personal reasons and difficulties. Whatever is going on for you right now, I provide a confidential and calm environment, to help you to develop a deeper understanding of yourself and your issues. I believe each client knows themselves best, therefore we will work together in a collaborative manner. I will help you to identify therapeutic goals and strategies of how you can achieve them, enabling you to feel more empowered to cope with the challenges that life throws at you, rather than feeling overwhelmed or held back by them.
I have specialist training and experience in the addiction field working with both substance misuse and behavioural addictions.
People seek counselling for a variety of different personal reasons and difficulties. Whatever is going on for you right now, I provide a confidential and calm environment, to help you to develop a deeper understanding of yourself and your issues. I believe each client knows themselves best, therefore we will work together in a collaborative manner. I will help you to identify therapeutic goals and strategies of how you can achieve them, enabling you to feel more empowered to cope with the challenges that life throws at you, rather than feeling overwhelmed or held back by them.
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Steven James Ford
Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
1 Endorsed
Online Only
They seek transformation - not just symptom management but fundamental healing to reclaim their life beyond addiction, lived experience and/or any related pain, grief, loss, shame, anxiety, depression or anger.
With 14 yrs experience, I offer trauma-informed integrative therapy to explore the underlying issues behind my clients struggles. I specialize in trauma processing, shame/guilt work, anxiety, depression and rebuilding self-worth. With NCPS-accreditation, I provide a warm, non-judgmental space using personalised approaches that honour my clients unique needs.
They seek transformation - not just symptom management but fundamental healing to reclaim their life beyond addiction, lived experience and/or any related pain, grief, loss, shame, anxiety, depression or anger.
With 14 yrs experience, I offer trauma-informed integrative therapy to explore the underlying issues behind my clients struggles. I specialize in trauma processing, shame/guilt work, anxiety, depression and rebuilding self-worth. With NCPS-accreditation, I provide a warm, non-judgmental space using personalised approaches that honour my clients unique needs.
01444 718232 View 01444 718232
My goal is to create a warm, nonjudgmental space where you feel supported and empowered to explore whatever challenges you're facing. Whether you're navigating anxiety, grief, relationship struggles, or simply seeking personal growth, I am here to walk alongside you with compassion and care. I am a BACP registered and qualified therapist. I am passionate and dedicated to supporting adults, adolescents and young adult’s in navigating through various emotional and mental challenges, life’s difficulties, or have a desire for personal growth.
My goal is to create a warm, nonjudgmental space where you feel supported and empowered to explore whatever challenges you're facing. Whether you're navigating anxiety, grief, relationship struggles, or simply seeking personal growth, I am here to walk alongside you with compassion and care. I am a BACP registered and qualified therapist. I am passionate and dedicated to supporting adults, adolescents and young adult’s in navigating through various emotional and mental challenges, life’s difficulties, or have a desire for personal growth.
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Alex Beaumont
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, MBACP
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
My varied life and professional experience from over 20 years adds to my empathic understanding - including with mental health, depression, sport, addictions, sex and sexuality, men's issues
Hi, I'm Alex and I work with a range lf clients. I offer you the space, safety and autonomy to help you through whatever you wish to bring to therapy. I will be there every step of the way as together we explore your issues, feelings and behaviours. I will let you set the pace, and decide what content to bring. I am responsible for helping you through the process as we work with any goals and expectations you may wish to work on. Please get in touch if you want to find out more about the way I work and to see if we might be a good fit.
My varied life and professional experience from over 20 years adds to my empathic understanding - including with mental health, depression, sport, addictions, sex and sexuality, men's issues
Hi, I'm Alex and I work with a range lf clients. I offer you the space, safety and autonomy to help you through whatever you wish to bring to therapy. I will be there every step of the way as together we explore your issues, feelings and behaviours. I will let you set the pace, and decide what content to bring. I am responsible for helping you through the process as we work with any goals and expectations you may wish to work on. Please get in touch if you want to find out more about the way I work and to see if we might be a good fit.
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Duncan Long
Psychotherapist, MUKCP
Serves Area
I work with people of all backgrounds, genders, and sexualities on a wide range of issues — identity, anxiety, chemsex, addiction, abuse, burnout, relationships, and more.
Hi, I'm Duncan, a UKCP accredited psychotherapist. Life can get heavy sometimes. Old patterns, big feelings, difficult relationships. It can all build up, often quietly, until it's too much to manage alone. I help people understand what might really be happening underneath the surface, and find a steadier way forward. No judgement, no jargon, just space to figure things out at your own pace.
I work with people of all backgrounds, genders, and sexualities on a wide range of issues — identity, anxiety, chemsex, addiction, abuse, burnout, relationships, and more.
Hi, I'm Duncan, a UKCP accredited psychotherapist. Life can get heavy sometimes. Old patterns, big feelings, difficult relationships. It can all build up, often quietly, until it's too much to manage alone. I help people understand what might really be happening underneath the surface, and find a steadier way forward. No judgement, no jargon, just space to figure things out at your own pace.
01273 071655 View 01273 071655
Giles Matthew Allen
Psychiatrist, MBBS
Serves Area
As a psychiatrist I have wide knowledge of psychopharmacology and working with addictions.
I work within a Jungian framework, where symptoms are seen as communications from the psyche that need to be honoured, in order to be understood and worked through. I endeavour to meet the patient where they are, and through the interpersonal relationship that emerges between us, with its conscious and unconscious aspects, narratives and meaning can emerge safely and creatively, whether through speech, silence, dreams or bodily gesture. Although my main focus is psychodynamic, I have 27 years experience as a practicing psychiatrist, and I also practice Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR) therapy.
As a psychiatrist I have wide knowledge of psychopharmacology and working with addictions.
I work within a Jungian framework, where symptoms are seen as communications from the psyche that need to be honoured, in order to be understood and worked through. I endeavour to meet the patient where they are, and through the interpersonal relationship that emerges between us, with its conscious and unconscious aspects, narratives and meaning can emerge safely and creatively, whether through speech, silence, dreams or bodily gesture. Although my main focus is psychodynamic, I have 27 years experience as a practicing psychiatrist, and I also practice Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR) therapy.
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Rebecca Tyler
Counsellor, BACP
Serves Area
A warm welcome to you. I understand that life can sometimes feel out of our depth and it can leave us not knowing where to turn. Seeking support can feel like a daunting experience but I can assure you that there will be no expectation of you. You will be met without judgement and accepted for you, just as you are. I will provide a safe, empathic, and confidential holding space for you to talk about things that are troubling you. I believe that with the right conditions in place everybody has the ability to change their world for the better.
A warm welcome to you. I understand that life can sometimes feel out of our depth and it can leave us not knowing where to turn. Seeking support can feel like a daunting experience but I can assure you that there will be no expectation of you. You will be met without judgement and accepted for you, just as you are. I will provide a safe, empathic, and confidential holding space for you to talk about things that are troubling you. I believe that with the right conditions in place everybody has the ability to change their world for the better.
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Carolyne Keenan
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Couns. Psych.
This includes Psychiatric rehabilitation, drug and alcohol treatment services, eating disorders, acute adolescent psychiatric inpatient settings and work with children and young people in the care system.
Whilst I ensure that my interventions are evidence based and grounded in theoretical knowledge I firmly believe that the therapeutic relationship is the most important factor in fostering change. I do not believe that one approach will be right for everyone and will work with you to make sure that the treatment you receive is the best fit for you.
This includes Psychiatric rehabilitation, drug and alcohol treatment services, eating disorders, acute adolescent psychiatric inpatient settings and work with children and young people in the care system.
Whilst I ensure that my interventions are evidence based and grounded in theoretical knowledge I firmly believe that the therapeutic relationship is the most important factor in fostering change. I do not believe that one approach will be right for everyone and will work with you to make sure that the treatment you receive is the best fit for you.
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Richard Charles Hornby
Counsellor, MBBS, MBACP
I am trained both medically (1985) and in psychodynamic counselling (2013) and so have valuable experience in how both the mind and the body operate in healthy and unhealthy states, and how these parts importantly interact. What is happening in our unconscious is so very important in us all. Whatever the sources and maintaining factors in your suffering, I am able to explore your life story with you and help guide you to enable change and healing, or that would be my goal, so that you can find the way out of the prison that our suffering creates and to transform your way of being that frees you up to find a life that works for you.
I am trained both medically (1985) and in psychodynamic counselling (2013) and so have valuable experience in how both the mind and the body operate in healthy and unhealthy states, and how these parts importantly interact. What is happening in our unconscious is so very important in us all. Whatever the sources and maintaining factors in your suffering, I am able to explore your life story with you and help guide you to enable change and healing, or that would be my goal, so that you can find the way out of the prison that our suffering creates and to transform your way of being that frees you up to find a life that works for you.
01444 718374 View 01444 718374
Epiphany Leone
Counsellor, MBACP
3 Endorsed
Hello, and welcome to my profile. I understand that starting therapy can feel daunting, especially if it’s your first time. If you’re reading this, it means you’ve already taken an important step towards gaining support and fostering change. My aim is to meet you where you are, providing a safe and supportive space that encourages open discussion and reflection.
Hello, and welcome to my profile. I understand that starting therapy can feel daunting, especially if it’s your first time. If you’re reading this, it means you’ve already taken an important step towards gaining support and fostering change. My aim is to meet you where you are, providing a safe and supportive space that encourages open discussion and reflection.
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I can help with anxiety, panic, stress, burnout, low mood & depression; relationship issues, break-ups, family or work conflict; low confidence, identity, personal growth & feeling stuck; trauma, grief, anger, addiction & intrusive thoughts; eating patterns, habits, procrastination; and LGBTQ+, cultural identity & belonging.
Hi, I’m Damian Colletti practicing as Hermeneia Therapy. Finding the right therapist can feel overwhelming. Therapy is a broad term, there are so many of us out there, and when life already feels heavy, investing time, energy and money into support can feel like a big step. I’m someone who understands that life can be messy, painful, and full of change. I know something about loss, resilience, uncertainty, responsibility, and having to keep going through difficult times. These experiences don’t define the therapy, but they do help shape the way I meet people: with warmth, respect, honesty, and care.
I can help with anxiety, panic, stress, burnout, low mood & depression; relationship issues, break-ups, family or work conflict; low confidence, identity, personal growth & feeling stuck; trauma, grief, anger, addiction & intrusive thoughts; eating patterns, habits, procrastination; and LGBTQ+, cultural identity & belonging.
Hi, I’m Damian Colletti practicing as Hermeneia Therapy. Finding the right therapist can feel overwhelming. Therapy is a broad term, there are so many of us out there, and when life already feels heavy, investing time, energy and money into support can feel like a big step. I’m someone who understands that life can be messy, painful, and full of change. I know something about loss, resilience, uncertainty, responsibility, and having to keep going through difficult times. These experiences don’t define the therapy, but they do help shape the way I meet people: with warmth, respect, honesty, and care.
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Michelle Beulah Thornton
Psychotherapist, MA, MBACP
A warm welcome to you. Are you seeking more joy in your life, to feel more calm and connected to others? Does life seem overwhelming at times? Does anxiety seem to take over? Do you need help finding direction and hope? My mission is to draw upon your inner resources and tap into your strengths. I will help you find ways to feel better and more in charge of your life. You will be supported throughout the therapy process towards making positive change. My approach is collaborative, compassionate and non-judgmental. Reach out and begin the exciting journey. The time is now to make you a priority. Give yourself the gift of therapy.
A warm welcome to you. Are you seeking more joy in your life, to feel more calm and connected to others? Does life seem overwhelming at times? Does anxiety seem to take over? Do you need help finding direction and hope? My mission is to draw upon your inner resources and tap into your strengths. I will help you find ways to feel better and more in charge of your life. You will be supported throughout the therapy process towards making positive change. My approach is collaborative, compassionate and non-judgmental. Reach out and begin the exciting journey. The time is now to make you a priority. Give yourself the gift of therapy.
01444 719150 View 01444 719150
SJM Counselling
Counsellor, MBACP
Hi, I am Sam. Whether you're facing anxiety, depression, stress, relationship problems or difficulties relating to ADHD, I offer a safe and impartial space in which to really consider what’s going on in your life at your own pace and begin to make real changes. I have always approached each client I work with slightly differently and I believe this forms the basis of meaningful connection between us. This is, for me, the most fundamental element of good therapy. People are different and being adaptive is key. I listen and I aim to understand and get to know you in a way which facilitates change and movement.
Hi, I am Sam. Whether you're facing anxiety, depression, stress, relationship problems or difficulties relating to ADHD, I offer a safe and impartial space in which to really consider what’s going on in your life at your own pace and begin to make real changes. I have always approached each client I work with slightly differently and I believe this forms the basis of meaningful connection between us. This is, for me, the most fundamental element of good therapy. People are different and being adaptive is key. I listen and I aim to understand and get to know you in a way which facilitates change and movement.
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I work with adults and young people. I also have additional training working with neurodivergent clients. I believe that you have the ability to grow, heal and reach your full potential. I work along side you to build a therapeutic relationship where you can feel comfortable and safe to explore your own thoughts, feelings or behaviours. Within a warm, non-judgemental, empathic and confidential space, you will hopefully feel able to talk freely about things you may not feel able to discuss with anyone else. I work with Individuals. I often work with trauma, domestic abuse, family relationships, young people and neurodiversity.
I work with adults and young people. I also have additional training working with neurodivergent clients. I believe that you have the ability to grow, heal and reach your full potential. I work along side you to build a therapeutic relationship where you can feel comfortable and safe to explore your own thoughts, feelings or behaviours. Within a warm, non-judgemental, empathic and confidential space, you will hopefully feel able to talk freely about things you may not feel able to discuss with anyone else. I work with Individuals. I often work with trauma, domestic abuse, family relationships, young people and neurodiversity.
01444 719920 View 01444 719920
Aronn Pace
Counsellor, MBACP
I specialise in working with anxiety and neurodivergence, but also have plenty of experience helping clients with issues such as trauma / PTSD, addiction, abuse, and sexuality.
I’m Aronn, a trauma-informed psychotherapeutic counsellor - and I love my job. I work with an open-mind and an open-heart. I enjoy helping my clients reach their highest potential. I am always curious, interested, and enjoy asking deep questions. I work with adults and teenagers from different backgrounds, with a wide variety of life experiences, all sorts of presenting issues, challenges, gifts hopes and dreams.
I specialise in working with anxiety and neurodivergence, but also have plenty of experience helping clients with issues such as trauma / PTSD, addiction, abuse, and sexuality.
I’m Aronn, a trauma-informed psychotherapeutic counsellor - and I love my job. I work with an open-mind and an open-heart. I enjoy helping my clients reach their highest potential. I am always curious, interested, and enjoy asking deep questions. I work with adults and teenagers from different backgrounds, with a wide variety of life experiences, all sorts of presenting issues, challenges, gifts hopes and dreams.
01444 718379 View 01444 718379
Charlotte O'Dair Therapy
Counsellor, MBACP
Serves Area
Maybe you want to talk about something specific: addictions, anxiety and depression, bereavements, abuse, trauma, relationship breakdown.
I am trained in humanistic counselling and psychotherapy. Alongside my work with private clients, I work part-time in an NHS setting. I aim to create a space where we connect as equals, where you are met with kindness and compassion. I have an interest in meditation and mindfulness, which we can incorporate into the work if this appeals.
Maybe you want to talk about something specific: addictions, anxiety and depression, bereavements, abuse, trauma, relationship breakdown.
I am trained in humanistic counselling and psychotherapy. Alongside my work with private clients, I work part-time in an NHS setting. I aim to create a space where we connect as equals, where you are met with kindness and compassion. I have an interest in meditation and mindfulness, which we can incorporate into the work if this appeals.
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New Leaf Counselling
Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
Serves Area
Life gives us challenges at times no matter who we are. We are better equipped to deal with these challenges when we have the right support in place. This is where counselling can play a big part in supporting you to deal with whatever challenges you might be facing. Studies have shown that traumatic childhood events can present in our lives when we reach adulthood leaving us in a state of confusion. No matter what your challenges are or where they have come from counselling is there to help you deal with them in a safe and neutral place. I can offer online counselling, face to face, and a walk and talk service.
Life gives us challenges at times no matter who we are. We are better equipped to deal with these challenges when we have the right support in place. This is where counselling can play a big part in supporting you to deal with whatever challenges you might be facing. Studies have shown that traumatic childhood events can present in our lives when we reach adulthood leaving us in a state of confusion. No matter what your challenges are or where they have come from counselling is there to help you deal with them in a safe and neutral place. I can offer online counselling, face to face, and a walk and talk service.
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Jacqueline Light
Counsellor, MBACP
Serves Area
Firstly, welcome to my profile. The start of our counselling relationship together begins here. Here you can read about me, as your future counsellor. Are you feeling you would like to make some changes in your life ? I can offer you a place to take some time-out to explore your thoughts, feelings and behaviour to unpick your issues. Counselling allows you to discuss your issue/s and any difficult feelings and emotions you may encounter in a safe, confidential environment. Simply, it is reflecting on who you are & want to be, exploring your thoughts, feelings & difficulties in more depth, whilst I support you achieving your goals
Firstly, welcome to my profile. The start of our counselling relationship together begins here. Here you can read about me, as your future counsellor. Are you feeling you would like to make some changes in your life ? I can offer you a place to take some time-out to explore your thoughts, feelings and behaviour to unpick your issues. Counselling allows you to discuss your issue/s and any difficult feelings and emotions you may encounter in a safe, confidential environment. Simply, it is reflecting on who you are & want to be, exploring your thoughts, feelings & difficulties in more depth, whilst I support you achieving your goals
01273 110127 View 01273 110127

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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.