Alcohol Use Counselling in Lancaster
In my online practice, I work with people who feel stuck. Often, the things we do to cope with stress, anxiety, or low self esteem—like drinking, substance use, pornography, or overworking—start out as survival strategies but end up taking on a life of their own.
I understand this territory. I bring trusted experience working in recovery centres, colleges, and supporting doctors dealing with burnout through Physicians Anonymous. But just as importantly, I understand it from my own personal life, too. I know how hard it is to break these patterns, and I know what it takes to navigate them.
In my online practice, I work with people who feel stuck. Often, the things we do to cope with stress, anxiety, or low self esteem—like drinking, substance use, pornography, or overworking—start out as survival strategies but end up taking on a life of their own.
I understand this territory. I bring trusted experience working in recovery centres, colleges, and supporting doctors dealing with burnout through Physicians Anonymous. But just as importantly, I understand it from my own personal life, too. I know how hard it is to break these patterns, and I know what it takes to navigate them.
Would you like to wake up tomorrow feeling different from today? Are you facing a tough time, feeling stuck and struggling with confused and difficult emotions? I am a fully qualified UKCP accredited and BACP registered psychotherapist trained in adult psychotherapy and counselling. I have NHS and private practice experience of helping people with various challenges such as anxiety, depression, relationship issues, affairs, low self-esteem / low self-confidence, stress, bereavement, anger, childhood/adult trauma and loss. My approach is exploratory, supportive, and collaborative.
Would you like to wake up tomorrow feeling different from today? Are you facing a tough time, feeling stuck and struggling with confused and difficult emotions? I am a fully qualified UKCP accredited and BACP registered psychotherapist trained in adult psychotherapy and counselling. I have NHS and private practice experience of helping people with various challenges such as anxiety, depression, relationship issues, affairs, low self-esteem / low self-confidence, stress, bereavement, anger, childhood/adult trauma and loss. My approach is exploratory, supportive, and collaborative.
I combine a gentle person-centred approach with somatic and body work to reconnect your mind and body and help you cope better with everyday life. You may be feeling misunderstood by those around you, lonely in your experience of the world or like you are questioning your own reality. I am here to help you make sense of these thoughts and experiences by listening to you with my full attention to ensure you feel deeply heard and understood. We can explore your experiences of trauma, relating with family members, conditioning from family or society, feelings of anxiety and coping with everyday life or feeling low and stuck.
I combine a gentle person-centred approach with somatic and body work to reconnect your mind and body and help you cope better with everyday life. You may be feeling misunderstood by those around you, lonely in your experience of the world or like you are questioning your own reality. I am here to help you make sense of these thoughts and experiences by listening to you with my full attention to ensure you feel deeply heard and understood. We can explore your experiences of trauma, relating with family members, conditioning from family or society, feelings of anxiety and coping with everyday life or feeling low and stuck.
Life throws us some very difficult challenges at times and it's not always easy to face these alone. I work alongside you, at your pace, on the things that matter to you most. I can offer you a supportive, safe and confidential space in which to explore your concerns in a non-judgemental relationship, with you at the core of everything we do together. I have a wide range of experience of counselling people of all ages with a variety of emotional, social, relational & mental health issues. I am qualified and experienced in working with Adults, Children & Young People.
Life throws us some very difficult challenges at times and it's not always easy to face these alone. I work alongside you, at your pace, on the things that matter to you most. I can offer you a supportive, safe and confidential space in which to explore your concerns in a non-judgemental relationship, with you at the core of everything we do together. I have a wide range of experience of counselling people of all ages with a variety of emotional, social, relational & mental health issues. I am qualified and experienced in working with Adults, Children & Young People.
Hi, I'm John. I offer down to earth counselling to help you make sense of whatever it is you're experiencing. I will offer you time and space for you to talk through your problems confidentially. I am there to listen to you. I will not use complicated jargon but will listen to what you have to say, with an appropriate use of humour to put you at ease. I will try to see the world through your eyes, whilst not judging and being genuine. I served in the Royal Navy and worked in high pressured businesses. My Facebook Page is Counselling Minds. Also on Instagram, Linkedin and X. Thanks for reading! I hope to hear from you soon, John.
Hi, I'm John. I offer down to earth counselling to help you make sense of whatever it is you're experiencing. I will offer you time and space for you to talk through your problems confidentially. I am there to listen to you. I will not use complicated jargon but will listen to what you have to say, with an appropriate use of humour to put you at ease. I will try to see the world through your eyes, whilst not judging and being genuine. I served in the Royal Navy and worked in high pressured businesses. My Facebook Page is Counselling Minds. Also on Instagram, Linkedin and X. Thanks for reading! I hope to hear from you soon, John.
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My aim is to support clients to make lasting changes in their lives, reduce psychological distress and improve daily functioning. My twenty-plus years of practice have given me a broad experience, working with a wide range of clients.
Every client is an individual and each initial meeting is spent finding out about that individual - I want to know what brings you to therapy now, what are your goals, what does life look like, what are your successes, difficulties, needs and what has been the story of your life so far?
We use this to form a shared understanding and to plan for working together therapeutically.
My aim is to support clients to make lasting changes in their lives, reduce psychological distress and improve daily functioning. My twenty-plus years of practice have given me a broad experience, working with a wide range of clients.
Every client is an individual and each initial meeting is spent finding out about that individual - I want to know what brings you to therapy now, what are your goals, what does life look like, what are your successes, difficulties, needs and what has been the story of your life so far?
We use this to form a shared understanding and to plan for working together therapeutically.
Maybe you've got particular challenges right now that you need some help to cope with or maybe you can't quite put your finger on one problem but you know that something needs to change and you're struggling to do that alone. Whatever it is that has led you to seek help I believe that the first step in making a change is finding connection with someone you can trust. Developing a secure therapeutic relationship can help you find greater self-acceptance, improve relationships, develop healthier ways to cope and process difficult experiences safely. The therapeutic relationship is at the heart of the person-centred approach.
Maybe you've got particular challenges right now that you need some help to cope with or maybe you can't quite put your finger on one problem but you know that something needs to change and you're struggling to do that alone. Whatever it is that has led you to seek help I believe that the first step in making a change is finding connection with someone you can trust. Developing a secure therapeutic relationship can help you find greater self-acceptance, improve relationships, develop healthier ways to cope and process difficult experiences safely. The therapeutic relationship is at the heart of the person-centred approach.
Beginning therapy can feel like a daunting step, but it can also be the first step toward real change. You may be experiencing anxiety, low mood, relationship challenges, or difficulties with self-esteem. You may be living with the impact of trauma, navigating issues around identity, or struggling with a painful relationship with food and body image. Whatever brings you here, therapy offers a confidential and supportive space to explore what’s happening for you and to discover new ways forward.
Beginning therapy can feel like a daunting step, but it can also be the first step toward real change. You may be experiencing anxiety, low mood, relationship challenges, or difficulties with self-esteem. You may be living with the impact of trauma, navigating issues around identity, or struggling with a painful relationship with food and body image. Whatever brings you here, therapy offers a confidential and supportive space to explore what’s happening for you and to discover new ways forward.
I work with people facing recovery issues, grief, loss, identity struggles, and major life change. Some come with a clear issue such as addiction, bereavement, anxiety, trauma, or relationship difficulties. Others feel stuck, overwhelmed, or aware that life no longer feels as it once did. I offer a grounded, compassionate space where clients can speak openly, make sense of difficult experiences, and begin to move towards change in a way that feels manageable and meaningful.
I work with people facing recovery issues, grief, loss, identity struggles, and major life change. Some come with a clear issue such as addiction, bereavement, anxiety, trauma, or relationship difficulties. Others feel stuck, overwhelmed, or aware that life no longer feels as it once did. I offer a grounded, compassionate space where clients can speak openly, make sense of difficult experiences, and begin to move towards change in a way that feels manageable and meaningful.
I am trained in a range of modalities including CBT, Mindfulness and Systemic Family Therapy. As an accredited Psychotherapist and Supervisor I work across the full spectrum of psychological disorders. I have particular interest in Trauma, OCD, Eating Disorders, High End Groups and Personality Disorders. I work with Autism, Learning Disabilities and Bereavement. I have a passion for working with suicidal people, survivors of suicide, families/friends of those whom live with the aftermath of suicide. I am an experienced couples and family therapist. I am skilled in multi agency working. I am experienced in working with prisoners.
I am trained in a range of modalities including CBT, Mindfulness and Systemic Family Therapy. As an accredited Psychotherapist and Supervisor I work across the full spectrum of psychological disorders. I have particular interest in Trauma, OCD, Eating Disorders, High End Groups and Personality Disorders. I work with Autism, Learning Disabilities and Bereavement. I have a passion for working with suicidal people, survivors of suicide, families/friends of those whom live with the aftermath of suicide. I am an experienced couples and family therapist. I am skilled in multi agency working. I am experienced in working with prisoners.
I am a qualified person-centred therapist with 17 years of experience supporting children, young people, adults, and families across a wide range of settings. My background includes mainstream schools, alternative provisions, specialist projects, an award-winning CAMHS initiative, Family Welfare services in Wigan, and working within mental health services at Fazakerley Hospital, Liverpool. I have also held the role of Mental Health Service Manager at Armed Forces Headquarters, supporting personnel and families with their emotional wellbeing.
I offer a calm, creative, and non-judgemental space to explore thoughts and feelings
I am a qualified person-centred therapist with 17 years of experience supporting children, young people, adults, and families across a wide range of settings. My background includes mainstream schools, alternative provisions, specialist projects, an award-winning CAMHS initiative, Family Welfare services in Wigan, and working within mental health services at Fazakerley Hospital, Liverpool. I have also held the role of Mental Health Service Manager at Armed Forces Headquarters, supporting personnel and families with their emotional wellbeing.
I offer a calm, creative, and non-judgemental space to explore thoughts and feelings
Cognitive Analytic Therapy (CAT) is GP recommended for relationship challenges. I have effectively treated people of all ages suffering with anxiety, depression, bereavement, eating disorders, self-harm and relationship problems. I specialise in mentoring young people towards achieving their goals. I work with performing artists, professionals in sport, law, science, finance, healthcare and high-stress media occupations. I am an ACAT accredited, UKCP, BACP psychotherapist registered with the professional standards authority, providing CAT, CBT integrative and longer-term counselling from two lovely clinic venues and online.
Cognitive Analytic Therapy (CAT) is GP recommended for relationship challenges. I have effectively treated people of all ages suffering with anxiety, depression, bereavement, eating disorders, self-harm and relationship problems. I specialise in mentoring young people towards achieving their goals. I work with performing artists, professionals in sport, law, science, finance, healthcare and high-stress media occupations. I am an ACAT accredited, UKCP, BACP psychotherapist registered with the professional standards authority, providing CAT, CBT integrative and longer-term counselling from two lovely clinic venues and online.
An experienced, sympathetic Counsellor and Supervisor I work with Individuals and Couples. I understand it can be daunting finding a Counsellor and hope I can help. I have extensive training and experience working in agencies, schools and private practice with a variety of clients. I help with a variety of issues. These include anxiety and depression, conflict and relationship problems, bereavement, low self esteem, bullying, domestic violence and abuse. I believe that the most important thing is the counselling relationship and strive to provide a safe environment in which you can be yourself and explore what is going on for you.
An experienced, sympathetic Counsellor and Supervisor I work with Individuals and Couples. I understand it can be daunting finding a Counsellor and hope I can help. I have extensive training and experience working in agencies, schools and private practice with a variety of clients. I help with a variety of issues. These include anxiety and depression, conflict and relationship problems, bereavement, low self esteem, bullying, domestic violence and abuse. I believe that the most important thing is the counselling relationship and strive to provide a safe environment in which you can be yourself and explore what is going on for you.
I work with adults and young people who may be feeling overwhelmed, emotionally stuck, anxious, lost, or struggling to cope with life’s challenges. Many come to counselling because they are experiencing anxiety, stress, low mood, relationship difficulties, grief, trauma, low self-esteem, or significant life changes. Others may not have a clear reason but simply know that something doesn’t feel right and want a safe space to talk and better understand themselves.
I work with adults and young people who may be feeling overwhelmed, emotionally stuck, anxious, lost, or struggling to cope with life’s challenges. Many come to counselling because they are experiencing anxiety, stress, low mood, relationship difficulties, grief, trauma, low self-esteem, or significant life changes. Others may not have a clear reason but simply know that something doesn’t feel right and want a safe space to talk and better understand themselves.
Maureen Seddon is an accredited and experienced EMDR Therapist with over 40 years of experience working with people in both the NHS and the private sector. Maureen originally qualified as a general nurse in Liverpool in 1982, training in mental health in 1984. Maureen trained in EMDR as she felt other therapies did not address the original causation of symptoms/triggers without causing further distress. Maureen targets the origin of the trauma in a holistic way.
Maureen Seddon is an accredited and experienced EMDR Therapist with over 40 years of experience working with people in both the NHS and the private sector. Maureen originally qualified as a general nurse in Liverpool in 1982, training in mental health in 1984. Maureen trained in EMDR as she felt other therapies did not address the original causation of symptoms/triggers without causing further distress. Maureen targets the origin of the trauma in a holistic way.
Do you experience depression, anxiety, OCD, PTSD, addiction, or other difficulties with your mental health? Are you in a repetitive cycle of addictive behaviour or relationship conflicts? Are you repeating habits and patterns in relationships and struggling to find a way out? Do you struggle with feelings of shame and criticism and have low self esteem? Are you struggling to escape your past and living it in your present? Would you like to have a life of your own design and increased well-being? Would you like to increase your self awareness to improve your well-being and relationships?
Do you experience depression, anxiety, OCD, PTSD, addiction, or other difficulties with your mental health? Are you in a repetitive cycle of addictive behaviour or relationship conflicts? Are you repeating habits and patterns in relationships and struggling to find a way out? Do you struggle with feelings of shame and criticism and have low self esteem? Are you struggling to escape your past and living it in your present? Would you like to have a life of your own design and increased well-being? Would you like to increase your self awareness to improve your well-being and relationships?
I want to go on a journey with you and explore your story.
Sometimes life is uncomfortable, and you have nowhere to turn to,
Things look fine from the outside; you appear to be functioning as normal but inside everything feels different and disconnected.
Sometimes these changes happen so slowly they creep up and make us feel incapable and scared that everything will unravel.
I
Hello, I'm Amy, I am a dedicated person centered counsellor with personal experience in bereavement, I also have experience working with all life issues, anxiety, depression, relationship issues for instance, or if you are feeling overwhelmed or struggling.
I want to go on a journey with you and explore your story.
Sometimes life is uncomfortable, and you have nowhere to turn to,
Things look fine from the outside; you appear to be functioning as normal but inside everything feels different and disconnected.
Sometimes these changes happen so slowly they creep up and make us feel incapable and scared that everything will unravel.
I
Hello, I'm Amy, I am a dedicated person centered counsellor with personal experience in bereavement, I also have experience working with all life issues, anxiety, depression, relationship issues for instance, or if you are feeling overwhelmed or struggling.
I offer a confidential, relational, safe space, practicing trauma informed, compassion focused Art Therapy. Sessions centre around your individual wellbeing and personal goals considering your social emotional and mental health needs. Art Therapy does not require artistic skill and whilst it can offer a non threatening, non verbal approach it can equally be a verbal experience. The process offers art materials as a means of creative expression, sensory experience and reflection. Its is a mind body approach to self awareness and therapeutic intervention.
I offer a confidential, relational, safe space, practicing trauma informed, compassion focused Art Therapy. Sessions centre around your individual wellbeing and personal goals considering your social emotional and mental health needs. Art Therapy does not require artistic skill and whilst it can offer a non threatening, non verbal approach it can equally be a verbal experience. The process offers art materials as a means of creative expression, sensory experience and reflection. Its is a mind body approach to self awareness and therapeutic intervention.
I am an experienced Clinical Psychotherapist who works with a wide range of issues from Depression and Anxiety to complex mental health issues. My view is that we all have times in our lives when things can become difficult for us, or we feel there is no way forward. Our friends and family can offer support, but often this isn't enough, or there are feelings you just can't share and may hold onto for years. I strongly believe that each person has the potential for positive growth. To gain greater insight and a fresh perspective on their life. Allowing recognition of their strength within, to take hold of, and move forward.
I am an experienced Clinical Psychotherapist who works with a wide range of issues from Depression and Anxiety to complex mental health issues. My view is that we all have times in our lives when things can become difficult for us, or we feel there is no way forward. Our friends and family can offer support, but often this isn't enough, or there are feelings you just can't share and may hold onto for years. I strongly believe that each person has the potential for positive growth. To gain greater insight and a fresh perspective on their life. Allowing recognition of their strength within, to take hold of, and move forward.
Hi I'm Angela. Prior to training as a therapist I was with the emergency services for many years working with victims of Child Sexual Exploitation (CSE). I've also worked with adult victms of rape and sexual abuse, and victims of child abuse and domestic violence. As a result I'm able to hear anything you bring. Any parts of you that worry they may be "too much" may feel reassured to know I can handle whatever you choose to share with me. I'm trained in Internal Family Systems (IFS) , Trauma- Focussed CBT and Person - Centred Therapy. You can choose which model you'd prefer, or work with a combination.
Hi I'm Angela. Prior to training as a therapist I was with the emergency services for many years working with victims of Child Sexual Exploitation (CSE). I've also worked with adult victms of rape and sexual abuse, and victims of child abuse and domestic violence. As a result I'm able to hear anything you bring. Any parts of you that worry they may be "too much" may feel reassured to know I can handle whatever you choose to share with me. I'm trained in Internal Family Systems (IFS) , Trauma- Focussed CBT and Person - Centred Therapy. You can choose which model you'd prefer, or work with a combination.
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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.