Substance Use Counselling in Hounslow
Psychotherapy offers the opportunity to explore the origins and roots of the difficulties you are experiencing in life today. We will work together to understand and untangle your feelings and behaviours, discovering a better understanding of the lifestyle choices you are making. This process will help you review your way of living, and the choices you are making. You will then have the opportunity to lead a more true and authentic life.
Psychotherapy offers the opportunity to explore the origins and roots of the difficulties you are experiencing in life today. We will work together to understand and untangle your feelings and behaviours, discovering a better understanding of the lifestyle choices you are making. This process will help you review your way of living, and the choices you are making. You will then have the opportunity to lead a more true and authentic life.
In a challenging and fast pace world we all need our optimum Self to deal with the demands of life; maintaining and keeping relationships, keeping up the functional aspects of our lives, pursuing dreams and interests, pleasure activities, being at ease when alone, and being comfortable in social settings - friends, events, education and work. Meeting the extra demands that life often presents - relationship breakups, divorce, loss of work, bereavement, mental health issues, loss of home and financial collapse, family turmoil or dysfunctionality, traumatic events, loss of health - requires a robust sense of Self, enabling change.
In a challenging and fast pace world we all need our optimum Self to deal with the demands of life; maintaining and keeping relationships, keeping up the functional aspects of our lives, pursuing dreams and interests, pleasure activities, being at ease when alone, and being comfortable in social settings - friends, events, education and work. Meeting the extra demands that life often presents - relationship breakups, divorce, loss of work, bereavement, mental health issues, loss of home and financial collapse, family turmoil or dysfunctionality, traumatic events, loss of health - requires a robust sense of Self, enabling change.
I am an Intercultural Integrative Psychotherapist with a holistic approach, embracing of culture and spirituality. I support in various challenges such as Abandonment, Addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bereavement & loss, Depression, Dissociation, Low self esteem, Identity, PTSD, Relationship problems, Stress, Suicidal ideation, Self harm and much more. I am adept at building genuine, empathic and productive therapeutic working relationships, with clients wishing to gain a deeper sense and understanding of themselves & to build on their inner resources. Counselling Foundation Tutor and Certified EFT practitioner.
I am an Intercultural Integrative Psychotherapist with a holistic approach, embracing of culture and spirituality. I support in various challenges such as Abandonment, Addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bereavement & loss, Depression, Dissociation, Low self esteem, Identity, PTSD, Relationship problems, Stress, Suicidal ideation, Self harm and much more. I am adept at building genuine, empathic and productive therapeutic working relationships, with clients wishing to gain a deeper sense and understanding of themselves & to build on their inner resources. Counselling Foundation Tutor and Certified EFT practitioner.
Our consciousness is like a small candle in vast darkness; we must not let it go out. Sometimes when we are faced with life challenges, our mind falters like a candle in the wind; we are confused, sad, angry, or agitated, and at times like this we need listening ears to listen to us and help us decipher our experiences to make sense of what is causing these emotional reactions and pain. Sometimes, confusion and contamination of our minds can be brought about by broken relationships, job loss, bereavement, mental illness, toxic relations, racism, oppression, wrong religious beliefs, divorce and cultural influences to mention a few.
Our consciousness is like a small candle in vast darkness; we must not let it go out. Sometimes when we are faced with life challenges, our mind falters like a candle in the wind; we are confused, sad, angry, or agitated, and at times like this we need listening ears to listen to us and help us decipher our experiences to make sense of what is causing these emotional reactions and pain. Sometimes, confusion and contamination of our minds can be brought about by broken relationships, job loss, bereavement, mental illness, toxic relations, racism, oppression, wrong religious beliefs, divorce and cultural influences to mention a few.
I am an experienced and qualified Therapeutic Counsellor, offering both online and face-to-face sessions. I have worked with individuals of all ages, backgrounds, and cultures, including children, young people, and adults, across various sectors such as counselling organisations, schools, and private practice. My experience also includes Christian counselling, where I am comfortable discussing spiritual beliefs as part of the therapeutic process.
In addition to my core training, I am qualified in Video Interactive Guidance (VIG), which allows me to use video to enhance communication and relationships, offering a powerful tool for r
I am an experienced and qualified Therapeutic Counsellor, offering both online and face-to-face sessions. I have worked with individuals of all ages, backgrounds, and cultures, including children, young people, and adults, across various sectors such as counselling organisations, schools, and private practice. My experience also includes Christian counselling, where I am comfortable discussing spiritual beliefs as part of the therapeutic process.
In addition to my core training, I am qualified in Video Interactive Guidance (VIG), which allows me to use video to enhance communication and relationships, offering a powerful tool for r
I work with all kinds of people and all kinds of issues. From mild anxiety to domestic abuse. Whether you are male, female, young or old. What matters most is that you want to invest this time and space for yourself and for your own healing. I can help you recognise any destructive patterns which don't serve you well and how you can break these patterns. If you would like to understand yourself or your relationships better, we can work together to get you the answers you are looking for. My aim is to help you see and harness the power you already have within you, so you can take back control and keep moving forwards.
I work with all kinds of people and all kinds of issues. From mild anxiety to domestic abuse. Whether you are male, female, young or old. What matters most is that you want to invest this time and space for yourself and for your own healing. I can help you recognise any destructive patterns which don't serve you well and how you can break these patterns. If you would like to understand yourself or your relationships better, we can work together to get you the answers you are looking for. My aim is to help you see and harness the power you already have within you, so you can take back control and keep moving forwards.
If you're here, your probably finding life tough at the moment. Perhaps your anxiety levels are going through the roof or maybe you're wondering what's happening in your relationships? Perhaps past experiences are getting in the way of you living the way you would like to. Or maybe you just need to talk something through. Therapy can help you find a way forward if you're struggling. If you come to see me, together we will find ways to alleviate your distress, understand what's going on and how, with awareness, things can change.
If you're here, your probably finding life tough at the moment. Perhaps your anxiety levels are going through the roof or maybe you're wondering what's happening in your relationships? Perhaps past experiences are getting in the way of you living the way you would like to. Or maybe you just need to talk something through. Therapy can help you find a way forward if you're struggling. If you come to see me, together we will find ways to alleviate your distress, understand what's going on and how, with awareness, things can change.
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I am a counsellor and psychotherapist who is interested in helping clients find a sense of meaning and purpose in their lives, coping with anxiety and depression and helping them find more fulfilling relationships. I enjoy working with people who feel like 'outsiders', and also have a wealth of experience in working with addictions and integrating disturbing experiences - including clients who want to integrate experiences with psychedelic substances, or have recovered from psychosis. I am also interested in working with people who have been in relationships which have been abusive, helping them to learn to move forward into new more healthy relationships.
I am a counsellor and psychotherapist who is interested in helping clients find a sense of meaning and purpose in their lives, coping with anxiety and depression and helping them find more fulfilling relationships. I enjoy working with people who feel like 'outsiders', and also have a wealth of experience in working with addictions and integrating disturbing experiences - including clients who want to integrate experiences with psychedelic substances, or have recovered from psychosis. I am also interested in working with people who have been in relationships which have been abusive, helping them to learn to move forward into new more healthy relationships.
People often come to me when they are feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or disconnected. They may be facing difficulties in their relationships, going through major life changes, struggling with complex emotional pain, looking to better understand themselves and experience greater stability and emotional well-being in their life.
People often come to me when they are feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or disconnected. They may be facing difficulties in their relationships, going through major life changes, struggling with complex emotional pain, looking to better understand themselves and experience greater stability and emotional well-being in their life.
Even if everything seems fine from the outside, do you sometimes feel restless, anxious, or exhausted? Sleepless nights, overwhelming emotions, sudden anger, or feeling stuck in unhealthy cycles are often reflections of past experiences showing up in the present. Many of the clients I work with don’t always call what they’ve been through “trauma,” yet they describe feeling its effects every single day. Have you ever stopped at some point in your life and asked yourself, “Do I have to keep going like this?”
Even if everything seems fine from the outside, do you sometimes feel restless, anxious, or exhausted? Sleepless nights, overwhelming emotions, sudden anger, or feeling stuck in unhealthy cycles are often reflections of past experiences showing up in the present. Many of the clients I work with don’t always call what they’ve been through “trauma,” yet they describe feeling its effects every single day. Have you ever stopped at some point in your life and asked yourself, “Do I have to keep going like this?”
Welcome. In these uncertain times we may experience heightened anxiety and fear. Old issues may surface. There's more pressure on relationships. I've worked with clients on different video platforms for years both locally and internationally. As a therapist, I seek to be a companion to you when you face a challenge, hardship, or creative block. I feel honoured to have the opportunity to accompany you when you explore these places and search for meaning, wellbeing and new strength
Welcome. In these uncertain times we may experience heightened anxiety and fear. Old issues may surface. There's more pressure on relationships. I've worked with clients on different video platforms for years both locally and internationally. As a therapist, I seek to be a companion to you when you face a challenge, hardship, or creative block. I feel honoured to have the opportunity to accompany you when you explore these places and search for meaning, wellbeing and new strength
She works clinically in the NHS treating substance use disorder and co-occurring mental health disorders.
Gemma believes that two of the most important elements to effective psychological treatment is feeling safe and being able to trust your therapist. Therefore, her priority is to offer a therapeutic approach and space that remains patient-centred, warm and non-judgemental throughout your treatment with her. She will work collaboratively with you to understand your specific needs, your current difficulties and what keeps these difficulties going. Drawing on your strengths and the current evidence-base to help design a treatment plan that creates meaningful change and meets your specific goals.
She works clinically in the NHS treating substance use disorder and co-occurring mental health disorders.
Gemma believes that two of the most important elements to effective psychological treatment is feeling safe and being able to trust your therapist. Therefore, her priority is to offer a therapeutic approach and space that remains patient-centred, warm and non-judgemental throughout your treatment with her. She will work collaboratively with you to understand your specific needs, your current difficulties and what keeps these difficulties going. Drawing on your strengths and the current evidence-base to help design a treatment plan that creates meaningful change and meets your specific goals.
Hi, I'm Marc - If you’re ready for someone who’s human first, counsellor second - I’m here.
Are you juggling a lot - stress that never clocks out, trauma that won’t stay small, high standards, low energy, and that nagging voice saying “Why can’t I just cope?” Maybe you’re burnt out, masking with humour, or stuck in the loop of “I’m fine” when you’re anything but. You want relief, clarity, from someone who actually gets it, not a clipboard robot. You want a space where you can swear, laugh, cry, contradict yourself, and still feel safe. You want life to suck less - and maybe even feel good
Hi, I'm Marc - If you’re ready for someone who’s human first, counsellor second - I’m here.
Are you juggling a lot - stress that never clocks out, trauma that won’t stay small, high standards, low energy, and that nagging voice saying “Why can’t I just cope?” Maybe you’re burnt out, masking with humour, or stuck in the loop of “I’m fine” when you’re anything but. You want relief, clarity, from someone who actually gets it, not a clipboard robot. You want a space where you can swear, laugh, cry, contradict yourself, and still feel safe. You want life to suck less - and maybe even feel good
I am great at supporting people to grow and heal, to access the most fully functioning version of themselves.
You may have a difficult past, problems in the present or fear about the future. You'll need to feel safe to speak about deep feelings and it can take a little time for this trust to develop. It will help if you are willing to be kind to yourself and to explore ways to say the things that feel most difficult or scary.
It can be useful to try to be curious about yourself, to notice and name thoughts and feelings as they arise, I will engage with care and without judgment.
I am great at supporting people to grow and heal, to access the most fully functioning version of themselves.
You may have a difficult past, problems in the present or fear about the future. You'll need to feel safe to speak about deep feelings and it can take a little time for this trust to develop. It will help if you are willing to be kind to yourself and to explore ways to say the things that feel most difficult or scary.
It can be useful to try to be curious about yourself, to notice and name thoughts and feelings as they arise, I will engage with care and without judgment.
I am a professional addiction recovery coach and therapist. I specialise in helping individuals help themselves within their journey. If you're thinking about change, feeling lost where you are now, or looking to recharge in the long term, I'm here to support you. Recovery is a period of change. It's not a destination but a process, and whatever stage you're at, support is available. My approach combines my own lived experience with professional training and qualifications. This means I understand both the emotional and practical challenges you're facing.
I am a professional addiction recovery coach and therapist. I specialise in helping individuals help themselves within their journey. If you're thinking about change, feeling lost where you are now, or looking to recharge in the long term, I'm here to support you. Recovery is a period of change. It's not a destination but a process, and whatever stage you're at, support is available. My approach combines my own lived experience with professional training and qualifications. This means I understand both the emotional and practical challenges you're facing.
Hello and welcome. My name is Katherine Coates and I am a qualified Person Centred therapist. My journey to become a qualified counsellor started after I entered therapy myself so am well aware of how terrifying taking the first steps in asking for help can be. Therefore, I aim to offer a safe space where you feel accepted and valued enough that you can reveal your vulnerabilities without fear of judgement.
Hello and welcome. My name is Katherine Coates and I am a qualified Person Centred therapist. My journey to become a qualified counsellor started after I entered therapy myself so am well aware of how terrifying taking the first steps in asking for help can be. Therefore, I aim to offer a safe space where you feel accepted and valued enough that you can reveal your vulnerabilities without fear of judgement.
I’m a Person-Centred therapist, and I bring not only my training but also a wealth of life experience to the work I do. My calm, friendly nature helps create a safe and supportive space where you can feel comfortable opening up and exploring whatever has brought you to therapy. Sessions take place in a private, welcoming setting, and if it feels easier, I also offer the option to connect online.
I’m a Person-Centred therapist, and I bring not only my training but also a wealth of life experience to the work I do. My calm, friendly nature helps create a safe and supportive space where you can feel comfortable opening up and exploring whatever has brought you to therapy. Sessions take place in a private, welcoming setting, and if it feels easier, I also offer the option to connect online.
I work one-to-one with adults in online therapy who experience symptoms of anxiety, depression, low self-worth, relationship problems, issues with substance use or adults in addiction recovery.
I offer talking therapy, art therapy and EMDR (eye movement desensitisation and reprocessing) sessions which are available on Mondays and Tuesdays. Sessions are informed by psychodynamic theory, attachment theory, mindfulness, and trauma-sensitivity. Sessions focus on your unique needs, and I will collaborate with you throughout the process.
I work one-to-one with adults in online therapy who experience symptoms of anxiety, depression, low self-worth, relationship problems, issues with substance use or adults in addiction recovery.
I offer talking therapy, art therapy and EMDR (eye movement desensitisation and reprocessing) sessions which are available on Mondays and Tuesdays. Sessions are informed by psychodynamic theory, attachment theory, mindfulness, and trauma-sensitivity. Sessions focus on your unique needs, and I will collaborate with you throughout the process.
Hello, I’m Lauren, I'm a counsellor in Bagshot near Camberley. Are you finding life difficult? Feeling anxious, stressed or low? Maybe you have found that you are struggling with your relationships? Or maybe you think you are drinking a bit more than you'd like to, or taking drugs to help with your emotions? I can offer a space for you to explore your feelings and process what is happening in your life. As well as building up your self esteem and moving towards a self accepting place. Please note that I work with adults 18 and over.
Hello, I’m Lauren, I'm a counsellor in Bagshot near Camberley. Are you finding life difficult? Feeling anxious, stressed or low? Maybe you have found that you are struggling with your relationships? Or maybe you think you are drinking a bit more than you'd like to, or taking drugs to help with your emotions? I can offer a space for you to explore your feelings and process what is happening in your life. As well as building up your self esteem and moving towards a self accepting place. Please note that I work with adults 18 and over.
I often work with people who are coming to terms with past trauma, or who are unsatisfied with their lives. Perhaps you find yourself repeating the same patterns over and over, or perhaps you struggle to identify and express your feelings.
I offer an open minded space to think together and understand what is happening for you, and how you might go about changing things. I am interested in the ways in which our environment affects us, and pay attention to the impact of class, racialisation, disability, migration status, gender, etc.
I work with all kinds of people, including lgbtq+ people, and I am trans affirmative.
I often work with people who are coming to terms with past trauma, or who are unsatisfied with their lives. Perhaps you find yourself repeating the same patterns over and over, or perhaps you struggle to identify and express your feelings.
I offer an open minded space to think together and understand what is happening for you, and how you might go about changing things. I am interested in the ways in which our environment affects us, and pay attention to the impact of class, racialisation, disability, migration status, gender, etc.
I work with all kinds of people, including lgbtq+ people, and I am trans affirmative.
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Substance Use Counsellors
How do substance and drug recovery or rehabilitation programs work?
In inpatient programs, individuals live in a facility with other clients in recovery; in outpatient programs, individuals reside at home. These facilities are staffed with healthcare professionals including physicians, nurses, psychologists, counsellors, and psychotherapists. Staff often also includes people who have recovered themselves, serving as mentors and guides. These programs may use abstinence, harm reduction, detoxification, psychotherapy, and other methods.
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 substance use reduce the amount of drugs they consume. It is not abstinence-based like a 12-step program, but combining harm reduction with psychotherapy proves to be effective for many people.
Are there specific medications for substance and drug use?
There are medications approved to treat substance use disorder—such as buprenorphine, methadone, naltrexone, and acamprosate. These medications do help people cope with substance use as well as avoid the problem of relapse. Naltrexone can help reduce cravings, methadone is an opioid medication used to treat severe pain, and acamprosate may help ease symptoms like poor sleep and anxious feelings.