Addiction Counselling in Kings Langley
Having witnessed first-hand how untreated mental health issues can impact entire family systems over multiple generations, I cannot emphasise strongly enough the importance and value of reflecting on the influence of our childhood experiences in shaping who we are as adults; our beliefs about ourselves, others and the world.
Between us we can discover and make sense of which of your current struggles are rooted in the past and how your childhood experiences have impacted your life; not only as habitual actions or reactions to everyday situations and relationships but also on your physical, mental and emotional wellbeing.
Having witnessed first-hand how untreated mental health issues can impact entire family systems over multiple generations, I cannot emphasise strongly enough the importance and value of reflecting on the influence of our childhood experiences in shaping who we are as adults; our beliefs about ourselves, others and the world.
Between us we can discover and make sense of which of your current struggles are rooted in the past and how your childhood experiences have impacted your life; not only as habitual actions or reactions to everyday situations and relationships but also on your physical, mental and emotional wellbeing.
This type of work is also helpful when working on other issues, such as addiction.
When anxiety feels constant, low mood lingers, OCD takes over, or grief feels overwhelming, it can be hard to see a way through. I offer thoughtful, one-to-one counselling in Kings Langley to help you find clarity, steadiness and hope.
Working in a person-centred way, I can provide a confidential, inviting space, where you can explore your thoughts and feelings. We will work at your pace, exploring only what you wish to bring. I will offer empathy, care and respect at all times.
This type of work is also helpful when working on other issues, such as addiction.
When anxiety feels constant, low mood lingers, OCD takes over, or grief feels overwhelming, it can be hard to see a way through. I offer thoughtful, one-to-one counselling in Kings Langley to help you find clarity, steadiness and hope.
Working in a person-centred way, I can provide a confidential, inviting space, where you can explore your thoughts and feelings. We will work at your pace, exploring only what you wish to bring. I will offer empathy, care and respect at all times.
I offer a warm, non-judgemental space to support you in managing life’s challenges and assist you on your path of wellbeing. You may be feeling anxious or you may be experiencing stress, depression, overwhelm or even be in crisis. You may be having relationship difficulties, health issues or experiencing low self-esteem. Or you may be feeling stuck and uncertain of how to move forward. If so counselling can support you by providing a safe and private space that is your time, a time just for you to explore your thoughts and feelings, reflect and find some understanding, peace and calm.
I offer a warm, non-judgemental space to support you in managing life’s challenges and assist you on your path of wellbeing. You may be feeling anxious or you may be experiencing stress, depression, overwhelm or even be in crisis. You may be having relationship difficulties, health issues or experiencing low self-esteem. Or you may be feeling stuck and uncertain of how to move forward. If so counselling can support you by providing a safe and private space that is your time, a time just for you to explore your thoughts and feelings, reflect and find some understanding, peace and calm.
As parents when our children are struggling we just want to help but often don’t know how. What they are facing can feel overwhelming but there is hope. Counselling provides children and young people with a safe space where they can explore, work things out, heal and move on from difficulties that they experience. Working with someone who is not a family member or friend, but who is supportive, non-judgmental and accepting, who helps us make sense of what we are going through and move forward, can be really beneficial. I aim to help young people accept and value themselves, raise their resilience, gain coping skills and thrive.
As parents when our children are struggling we just want to help but often don’t know how. What they are facing can feel overwhelming but there is hope. Counselling provides children and young people with a safe space where they can explore, work things out, heal and move on from difficulties that they experience. Working with someone who is not a family member or friend, but who is supportive, non-judgmental and accepting, who helps us make sense of what we are going through and move forward, can be really beneficial. I aim to help young people accept and value themselves, raise their resilience, gain coping skills and thrive.
Beginning counselling can feel like a significant and meaningful step. I offer a safe, supportive space where we can explore your present experiences alongside past events that may still be shaping how you feel and relate to others. Together, we gently work through what may have been held inside—sometimes outside of awareness, yet still affecting your emotional and physical wellbeing. My aim is to support you in gaining clarity, understanding, and a deeper sense of connection within yourself.
I tailor my approach to your individual needs, drawing on ongoing professional training to support you in developing ways to navigate moments
Beginning counselling can feel like a significant and meaningful step. I offer a safe, supportive space where we can explore your present experiences alongside past events that may still be shaping how you feel and relate to others. Together, we gently work through what may have been held inside—sometimes outside of awareness, yet still affecting your emotional and physical wellbeing. My aim is to support you in gaining clarity, understanding, and a deeper sense of connection within yourself.
I tailor my approach to your individual needs, drawing on ongoing professional training to support you in developing ways to navigate moments
I am an integrative therapist with over six years’ experience supporting adults affected by addiction, trauma, emotional distress, and life challenges.
At the core of my work is a person-centred approach, creating a compassionate, non-judgemental space where you can feel heard, accepted, and understood. Alongside this, I integrate psychodynamic therapy, attachment work and mindfulness tailoring sessions to meet the unique needs of each individual client. I understand there is no “one size fits all.
I am an integrative therapist with over six years’ experience supporting adults affected by addiction, trauma, emotional distress, and life challenges.
At the core of my work is a person-centred approach, creating a compassionate, non-judgemental space where you can feel heard, accepted, and understood. Alongside this, I integrate psychodynamic therapy, attachment work and mindfulness tailoring sessions to meet the unique needs of each individual client. I understand there is no “one size fits all.
As an experienced Psychotherapist & Supervisor, I work with warmth, sensitivity and compassion, fully accepting and being present to your unique situation. I realise beginning therapy can feel daunting, but finding someone you feel able to talk to and share your thoughts and feelings with, can bring immense relief; offering you a pathway towards being able to cope better and lead a more contented life. Perhaps you're struggling with depression or anxiety related disorders, experiencing relationship difficulties or have memories of past trauma or a difficult childhood which are impacting on your ability to cope with day to day life?
As an experienced Psychotherapist & Supervisor, I work with warmth, sensitivity and compassion, fully accepting and being present to your unique situation. I realise beginning therapy can feel daunting, but finding someone you feel able to talk to and share your thoughts and feelings with, can bring immense relief; offering you a pathway towards being able to cope better and lead a more contented life. Perhaps you're struggling with depression or anxiety related disorders, experiencing relationship difficulties or have memories of past trauma or a difficult childhood which are impacting on your ability to cope with day to day life?
Sometimes we all need space to pause and reflect.
You might be feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or simply in need of a conversation that isn’t tangled in the expectations of those around you. Therapy offers a confidential, non-judgemental space to explore what’s going on and make sense of things in your own time.
I offer one-to-one therapy online or in person (Bushey, Hertfordshire), and work with a wide range of concerns — including overcoming shame and finding the authentic you, finding meaning and purpose in life, confronting anxiety and navigating relationship challenges.
Sometimes we all need space to pause and reflect.
You might be feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or simply in need of a conversation that isn’t tangled in the expectations of those around you. Therapy offers a confidential, non-judgemental space to explore what’s going on and make sense of things in your own time.
I offer one-to-one therapy online or in person (Bushey, Hertfordshire), and work with a wide range of concerns — including overcoming shame and finding the authentic you, finding meaning and purpose in life, confronting anxiety and navigating relationship challenges.
People often seek therapy because they are feeling overwhelmed or are experiencing some kind of emotional pain. Issues such as anxiety, stress, depression, low self esteem, low self confidence or anger are often the symptoms of past traumas and experiences. I offer an opportunity to identify and overcome these, or other difficult feelings you may be experiencing.
People often seek therapy because they are feeling overwhelmed or are experiencing some kind of emotional pain. Issues such as anxiety, stress, depression, low self esteem, low self confidence or anger are often the symptoms of past traumas and experiences. I offer an opportunity to identify and overcome these, or other difficult feelings you may be experiencing.
Hello and thanks for looking at my profile. I am a qualified counsellor and have worked from my private practice based on the outskirts of Hemel Hempstead and Kings Langley since I qualified in 2009. During this time I have worked with many hundreds of clients offering long and short term counselling. I have gained wide experience working with many presenting issues including but not limited to : anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, loss or bereavement, anger or difficult relationships. Feelings of disconnection from self and others, or feeling disillusioned with life; lacking purpose and meaning.
Hello and thanks for looking at my profile. I am a qualified counsellor and have worked from my private practice based on the outskirts of Hemel Hempstead and Kings Langley since I qualified in 2009. During this time I have worked with many hundreds of clients offering long and short term counselling. I have gained wide experience working with many presenting issues including but not limited to : anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, loss or bereavement, anger or difficult relationships. Feelings of disconnection from self and others, or feeling disillusioned with life; lacking purpose and meaning.
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I have a wide variety of experience working with both individuals and couples in the private, charitable and NHS sectors. Helping to create an atmosphere that best enables clients to bring their issues into the counselling room and then assisting them in understanding and working through the issues in order to resolve them.
I have a wide variety of experience working with both individuals and couples in the private, charitable and NHS sectors. Helping to create an atmosphere that best enables clients to bring their issues into the counselling room and then assisting them in understanding and working through the issues in order to resolve them.
Or we turn to drink or drugs.
My practice is rooted in Psychosynthesis - a psychology of hope that explores both your wounding and your potential. I work at an addiction centre and understand recovery as discovering who you are and who you can become, not just abstinence. Whether struggling with addiction, loss of purpose, or a crisis of meaning - I can help you find your way forward.
Or we turn to drink or drugs.
My practice is rooted in Psychosynthesis - a psychology of hope that explores both your wounding and your potential. I work at an addiction centre and understand recovery as discovering who you are and who you can become, not just abstinence. Whether struggling with addiction, loss of purpose, or a crisis of meaning - I can help you find your way forward.
You may be struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship difficulties, addiction, an eating disorder, or the challenges that can come with neurodivergence.
I work collaboratively, recognising that every person is different. Together we explore how your experiences, relationships and coping strategies have shaped your life, while developing healthier, more authentic ways of moving forward. My approach is integrative, relational and tailored to your individual needs.
You may be struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship difficulties, addiction, an eating disorder, or the challenges that can come with neurodivergence.
I work collaboratively, recognising that every person is different. Together we explore how your experiences, relationships and coping strategies have shaped your life, while developing healthier, more authentic ways of moving forward. My approach is integrative, relational and tailored to your individual needs.
Many of us carry deep wounds from our childhoods and early lives, often without being completely conscious of it. Still raw, or thickly scarred, these traumas can manifest in our adult lives, through sensitivity to hurt, inflexibility or unhelpful, self defeating behaviours. In time these unhealed wounds can wreak havoc in our lives and relationships. When this day comes we are left with two choices, either carry on as best we can, condemned to repeat the hurts of the past, or learn to give ourselves the care and love we have always deserved. Counselling offers an opportunity to begin a new life of healing and growth.
Many of us carry deep wounds from our childhoods and early lives, often without being completely conscious of it. Still raw, or thickly scarred, these traumas can manifest in our adult lives, through sensitivity to hurt, inflexibility or unhelpful, self defeating behaviours. In time these unhealed wounds can wreak havoc in our lives and relationships. When this day comes we are left with two choices, either carry on as best we can, condemned to repeat the hurts of the past, or learn to give ourselves the care and love we have always deserved. Counselling offers an opportunity to begin a new life of healing and growth.
I am a specialist Baby and Child Bereavement Counsellor with 30 years of experience supporting parents and families through the unimaginable loss of a baby or child. Over the years, I have worked with individuals and couples from a wide range of backgrounds, cultures, and faiths—as well as with those who hold no religious beliefs.
The death of a baby or child at any age is heartbreaking, turning your world up side down! It is a unique form of grief that can leave you feeling lost, isolated, and disconnected, as though life has stopped while the world around you carries on.
I am a specialist Baby and Child Bereavement Counsellor with 30 years of experience supporting parents and families through the unimaginable loss of a baby or child. Over the years, I have worked with individuals and couples from a wide range of backgrounds, cultures, and faiths—as well as with those who hold no religious beliefs.
The death of a baby or child at any age is heartbreaking, turning your world up side down! It is a unique form of grief that can leave you feeling lost, isolated, and disconnected, as though life has stopped while the world around you carries on.
I am an experienced Psychotherapist specialising in Addiction, Depression and Trauma.
Sessions are tailor made to suits the needs of the individual. I appreciate that it takes courage to reach out and seek the help you may need and how important it is to find the right therapist for you so am happ to offer a free phone consultation prior to the first session.
I am an experienced Psychotherapist specialising in Addiction, Depression and Trauma.
Sessions are tailor made to suits the needs of the individual. I appreciate that it takes courage to reach out and seek the help you may need and how important it is to find the right therapist for you so am happ to offer a free phone consultation prior to the first session.
I’m comfortable with a range of issues from anxiety, relationship issues, young persons issues, sexual abuse in childhood and adulthood, addiction and substance abuse issues, chronic and terminal illness, bereavement, depression, existential issues, diaspora, trauma, life transitions, neurodiversity, identity, self esteem or whatever it is you need to bring.
When life feels overwhelming and there is no one you feel comfortable sharing your thoughts, fears and feelings with; it’s time to seek out someone to provide the safety to work through them in a nurturing space. I make myself available with empathy and experience. Sometimes experiences from the past can contaminate the way we move through the world. Through my capacity to hold emotional pain in the space between us, we can co-create a new way of being. In essence, the safety and empathy I provide clients allows them to be in the Here and Now whilst holding lightly the There and Then.
I’m comfortable with a range of issues from anxiety, relationship issues, young persons issues, sexual abuse in childhood and adulthood, addiction and substance abuse issues, chronic and terminal illness, bereavement, depression, existential issues, diaspora, trauma, life transitions, neurodiversity, identity, self esteem or whatever it is you need to bring.
When life feels overwhelming and there is no one you feel comfortable sharing your thoughts, fears and feelings with; it’s time to seek out someone to provide the safety to work through them in a nurturing space. I make myself available with empathy and experience. Sometimes experiences from the past can contaminate the way we move through the world. Through my capacity to hold emotional pain in the space between us, we can co-create a new way of being. In essence, the safety and empathy I provide clients allows them to be in the Here and Now whilst holding lightly the There and Then.
Mirek Polanowski, accredited BACP therapist and supervisor, supports people through trauma, anxiety, shame, relationship pain, addictions, sexuality and men’s issues.
We work in a client-led way and we do believe that clients are able to hold the steering wheel of the therapeutic conversation with us assisting them in their journey and discoveries, which inevitably happen along the way. This doesn't mean that we are not active in the process. We are. And we are interested in the influence of the past on today.
Mirek Polanowski, accredited BACP therapist and supervisor, supports people through trauma, anxiety, shame, relationship pain, addictions, sexuality and men’s issues.
We work in a client-led way and we do believe that clients are able to hold the steering wheel of the therapeutic conversation with us assisting them in their journey and discoveries, which inevitably happen along the way. This doesn't mean that we are not active in the process. We are. And we are interested in the influence of the past on today.
Life can be difficult at times. We can feel depressed, anxious, stressed, worried or unable to cope. This can impact on all aspects of our lives; personal and professional. Sometimes all a client needs is someone to really listen to them and to accept what they are saying in a non-judgemental way. Therapy comes in all different shapes and sizes and I believe the mode of therapy should fit the client, we are all individuals after all. I put you, the client at the centre of the work and believe that together we can work collaboratively to help you mange your life more happily and successfully.
Life can be difficult at times. We can feel depressed, anxious, stressed, worried or unable to cope. This can impact on all aspects of our lives; personal and professional. Sometimes all a client needs is someone to really listen to them and to accept what they are saying in a non-judgemental way. Therapy comes in all different shapes and sizes and I believe the mode of therapy should fit the client, we are all individuals after all. I put you, the client at the centre of the work and believe that together we can work collaboratively to help you mange your life more happily and successfully.
I offer online and face to face one-to-one counselling and therapy sessions for adults in English and French.
I offer online and face to face one-to-one counselling and therapy sessions for adults in English and French.
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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.