Addiction Counselling in Lewes
From time to time everyone experiences stress, sadness, anger, relational conflict and grief which we often suffer alone. Accepting help from others can be difficult but maybe you feel you’ve toughing it out on your own for too long.
Whether you are struggling with an identifiable trauma or you’ve reached a point where recurring feelings are becoming unmanageable; a course of psychotherapeutic counselling may help you make sense of what is happening and enable you to gain and maintain some stability. Feelings of fear, anger, rejection and lack of confidence are difficult areas and discussing them with friends too raw and personal.
From time to time everyone experiences stress, sadness, anger, relational conflict and grief which we often suffer alone. Accepting help from others can be difficult but maybe you feel you’ve toughing it out on your own for too long.
Whether you are struggling with an identifiable trauma or you’ve reached a point where recurring feelings are becoming unmanageable; a course of psychotherapeutic counselling may help you make sense of what is happening and enable you to gain and maintain some stability. Feelings of fear, anger, rejection and lack of confidence are difficult areas and discussing them with friends too raw and personal.
A few of these include trauma, difficult relationships, addictions, family issues, anxiety, depression and abuse (see below for more).
As a psychodynamic psychotherapist, I believe that today's problems can be rooted in lived experiences or past traumas. With careful excavation, they can be overcome when acknowledged in a confidential and safe environment and by building the therapeutic relationship within the room between you and I.
A few of these include trauma, difficult relationships, addictions, family issues, anxiety, depression and abuse (see below for more).
As a psychodynamic psychotherapist, I believe that today's problems can be rooted in lived experiences or past traumas. With careful excavation, they can be overcome when acknowledged in a confidential and safe environment and by building the therapeutic relationship within the room between you and I.
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.
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.
I have experience working with clients with substance use, helping clients to facilitate change in their lifestyle, to address & alter behaviours.
I am non-judgemental, genuine and empathic, I provide a safe, confidential space for clients to explore their issues. I work with those experiencing substance misuse, sexual abuse, bereavement, and suicidal ideation. I also work with anxiety, depression, and many other issues. I work with clients to find a path to greater happiness.
I have experience working with clients with substance use, helping clients to facilitate change in their lifestyle, to address & alter behaviours.
I am non-judgemental, genuine and empathic, I provide a safe, confidential space for clients to explore their issues. I work with those experiencing substance misuse, sexual abuse, bereavement, and suicidal ideation. I also work with anxiety, depression, and many other issues. I work with clients to find a path to greater happiness.
I worked as a Therapist at the Priory (now Elysium Healthcare) for 5 years and have worked at Brighton Housing Trust in their Addiction Recovery Therapeutic Community for 9 years.
We all go through some difficulties in life. Asking for help can be difficult , finding the right support can be even more of a challenge. As an Integrative Therapist, I use different modalities to fit my clients' needs, learning curves and communications styles, personalities and states of mind. I also adapt to fit my clients' physical health, integrating body and mind work within the process of change. I believe we can all benefit from the therapeutic relationship. it can be helpful when dealing with difficulties and as a boost to reach our full potential. I can also be a place and time to optimise mental hygiene and health.
I worked as a Therapist at the Priory (now Elysium Healthcare) for 5 years and have worked at Brighton Housing Trust in their Addiction Recovery Therapeutic Community for 9 years.
We all go through some difficulties in life. Asking for help can be difficult , finding the right support can be even more of a challenge. As an Integrative Therapist, I use different modalities to fit my clients' needs, learning curves and communications styles, personalities and states of mind. I also adapt to fit my clients' physical health, integrating body and mind work within the process of change. I believe we can all benefit from the therapeutic relationship. it can be helpful when dealing with difficulties and as a boost to reach our full potential. I can also be a place and time to optimise mental hygiene and health.
Working on a client-led basis I believe the unique client-therapist working relationship is the key to a positive experience where the collaborative work offers insight and deeper understanding of our true needs and desires. I will help you become more aware of unhelpful patterns in your life and support you through the process of change that can sometimes feel challenging and lonely. With a focus on supporting clients through transitional stages in life, recognising the struggle but also the potential in personal growth, I wish to encourage your own process with respect for your values, beliefs and choices.
Working on a client-led basis I believe the unique client-therapist working relationship is the key to a positive experience where the collaborative work offers insight and deeper understanding of our true needs and desires. I will help you become more aware of unhelpful patterns in your life and support you through the process of change that can sometimes feel challenging and lonely. With a focus on supporting clients through transitional stages in life, recognising the struggle but also the potential in personal growth, I wish to encourage your own process with respect for your values, beliefs and choices.
I specialise in the field of Addiction.
At times life can be difficult. Sometimes it may feel like life isn’t moving forward and you keep repeating the same old patterns and nothing changes. You may be dwelling on the past or worried about the present or the future. You may just be in a place of general unhappiness where you just don’t know what to do. In developing a better understanding of ourselves, increasing our awareness, and learning about how we operate as people we are able to make fresh choices, see new perspectives, change things, move forward and find our full potential. I believe in peoples capacity to thrive when they are given the right conditions to do so.
I specialise in the field of Addiction.
At times life can be difficult. Sometimes it may feel like life isn’t moving forward and you keep repeating the same old patterns and nothing changes. You may be dwelling on the past or worried about the present or the future. You may just be in a place of general unhappiness where you just don’t know what to do. In developing a better understanding of ourselves, increasing our awareness, and learning about how we operate as people we are able to make fresh choices, see new perspectives, change things, move forward and find our full potential. I believe in peoples capacity to thrive when they are given the right conditions to do so.
I am a psychodynamic psychotherapist with over ten years experience. I work full-time seeing individual adult clients and I hope that my approach is experienced as warm, non-judgmental and relational. Whatever has led you to look for a therapist today, my own view is that current persistent difficulties in life have their roots in the past. And I believe that it is only by getting underneath these symptoms and trying to understand where they come from that real and lasting change can take place. And permanent, positive change is what I strive for for all my clients.
I am a psychodynamic psychotherapist with over ten years experience. I work full-time seeing individual adult clients and I hope that my approach is experienced as warm, non-judgmental and relational. Whatever has led you to look for a therapist today, my own view is that current persistent difficulties in life have their roots in the past. And I believe that it is only by getting underneath these symptoms and trying to understand where they come from that real and lasting change can take place. And permanent, positive change is what I strive for for all my clients.
Specialising in grief and addiction counselling, the focus is on guiding individuals through life's challenges.
As a person-centred counsellor, I uphold the belief that individuals possess the inherent capacity for growth, healing, and self-understanding when placed in a non-judgmental and supportive environment. I maintain that healing is facilitated through understanding, self-acceptance, and meaningful support. By incorporating an integrated approach such as Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT) and Motivational Interviewing, I assist clients in processing their emotions, developing healthy coping strategies, and reclaiming control over their lives.
Specialising in grief and addiction counselling, the focus is on guiding individuals through life's challenges.
As a person-centred counsellor, I uphold the belief that individuals possess the inherent capacity for growth, healing, and self-understanding when placed in a non-judgmental and supportive environment. I maintain that healing is facilitated through understanding, self-acceptance, and meaningful support. By incorporating an integrated approach such as Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT) and Motivational Interviewing, I assist clients in processing their emotions, developing healthy coping strategies, and reclaiming control over their lives.
Welcome. I am an Integrative Psychotherapist who has worked in depth with both adolescents & adults dealing with a variety of issues; depression, bereavement, sexuality, anxiety, relationships and complex life issues which sometimes cause us distress in our life. For me it is important to get to know you and learn where you would like the focus of our work to be. I can offer you a safe space in which we can explore your issues and gain new perspectives on them; hopefully enabling you to move forward in life
Welcome. I am an Integrative Psychotherapist who has worked in depth with both adolescents & adults dealing with a variety of issues; depression, bereavement, sexuality, anxiety, relationships and complex life issues which sometimes cause us distress in our life. For me it is important to get to know you and learn where you would like the focus of our work to be. I can offer you a safe space in which we can explore your issues and gain new perspectives on them; hopefully enabling you to move forward in life
To begin counselling can be a life-changing decision. You may want to address thoughts and feelings or specific challenges that can be hard to speak to others about, or perhaps made a decision to address the impact of past trauma, loss or shame. By sharing your story and emotional journey within the therapeutic space, it can be heard in a new way, as though for the first time. In this way, different narratives can be explored, allowing you to take greater ownership of your life and your future.
To begin counselling can be a life-changing decision. You may want to address thoughts and feelings or specific challenges that can be hard to speak to others about, or perhaps made a decision to address the impact of past trauma, loss or shame. By sharing your story and emotional journey within the therapeutic space, it can be heard in a new way, as though for the first time. In this way, different narratives can be explored, allowing you to take greater ownership of your life and your future.
My ideal client would be someone who already knows themselves a little, has possibly been in therapy before, so understands the path ahead. Someone who is emotionally intelligent and truth seeking; perhaps someone who seeks a deeper understanding of themselves, their context and their relationships.
My ideal client would be someone who already knows themselves a little, has possibly been in therapy before, so understands the path ahead. Someone who is emotionally intelligent and truth seeking; perhaps someone who seeks a deeper understanding of themselves, their context and their relationships.
For some of us there are times when just day to day living can become challenging and even potentially overwhelming, leaving us feeling 'in the middle of it all'. This might be due to our response to something sudden in our life such as a painful loss or a relationship rupture. Or it might be something that we've been grappling with for years such as a harmful behaviour we keep repeating, a marital or family conflict or the troubling recurrence of difficult past experiences. If you recognise something of your own life in this, then I offer you my safe, confidential and dedicated professional support.
For some of us there are times when just day to day living can become challenging and even potentially overwhelming, leaving us feeling 'in the middle of it all'. This might be due to our response to something sudden in our life such as a painful loss or a relationship rupture. Or it might be something that we've been grappling with for years such as a harmful behaviour we keep repeating, a marital or family conflict or the troubling recurrence of difficult past experiences. If you recognise something of your own life in this, then I offer you my safe, confidential and dedicated professional support.
My approach is warm, gentle and understanding. I strive to create an inclusive environment that welcomes clients from all backgrounds, including LGBTQ+. Most importantly, I want to help make positive changes in your life, specialising in issues arising from childhood. We all experience ups and downs in our relationships. Still, if one or both people in the relationship are having mental health problems, this often brings extra challenges, and we may underestimate the impact this can have on the strongest of relationships, either at home or at work. I work with individuals and couples, helping with a full range of issues.
My approach is warm, gentle and understanding. I strive to create an inclusive environment that welcomes clients from all backgrounds, including LGBTQ+. Most importantly, I want to help make positive changes in your life, specialising in issues arising from childhood. We all experience ups and downs in our relationships. Still, if one or both people in the relationship are having mental health problems, this often brings extra challenges, and we may underestimate the impact this can have on the strongest of relationships, either at home or at work. I work with individuals and couples, helping with a full range of issues.
I have worked with clients suffering the effects of anxiety, stress, depression, relationship issues, loss or bereavement, childhood trauma, drug or alcohol problems and many of life’s other challenges.
If you’re feeling sad, anxious or lost, struggling with relationships, or stuck in familiar negative patterns of thoughts or behaviour, please contact me to see how counselling can help.
I have worked with clients suffering the effects of anxiety, stress, depression, relationship issues, loss or bereavement, childhood trauma, drug or alcohol problems and many of life’s other challenges.
If you’re feeling sad, anxious or lost, struggling with relationships, or stuck in familiar negative patterns of thoughts or behaviour, please contact me to see how counselling can help.
Are you feeling anxious, overwhelmed, stuck in recurring relationship patterns or navigating a significant life transition? I work with sensitive, self-aware individuals who are ready to understand themselves more deeply and create lasting change. Many clients come to me after years of self-development, therapy or spiritual work, when they know something needs to shift but cannot quite access it alone. With over 16 years' experience and a Diploma in Counselling from The Gestalt Centre, London, I offer a bridge between grounded therapy and deeper personal transformation.
Are you feeling anxious, overwhelmed, stuck in recurring relationship patterns or navigating a significant life transition? I work with sensitive, self-aware individuals who are ready to understand themselves more deeply and create lasting change. Many clients come to me after years of self-development, therapy or spiritual work, when they know something needs to shift but cannot quite access it alone. With over 16 years' experience and a Diploma in Counselling from The Gestalt Centre, London, I offer a bridge between grounded therapy and deeper personal transformation.
I have additional training in EMDR - trauma informed therapy, Gestalt and addiction.
Life can feel tough, possibly overwhelmed, stuck, anxious, depressed, angry or lacking in self esteem. You may be finding it difficult to make any sense of what you are experiencing and this can be both frightening and isolating. As an experienced therapist, I believe counselling can be a transformative and meaningful experience, with change made possible through compassionate curiosity whilst in a supportive therapeutic relationship. I am dedicated to helping others bring about healing and growth, a sense of acceptance and empowerment towards positive change. Clinics in Hove and Chailey, I only work online with existing clients.
I have additional training in EMDR - trauma informed therapy, Gestalt and addiction.
Life can feel tough, possibly overwhelmed, stuck, anxious, depressed, angry or lacking in self esteem. You may be finding it difficult to make any sense of what you are experiencing and this can be both frightening and isolating. As an experienced therapist, I believe counselling can be a transformative and meaningful experience, with change made possible through compassionate curiosity whilst in a supportive therapeutic relationship. I am dedicated to helping others bring about healing and growth, a sense of acceptance and empowerment towards positive change. Clinics in Hove and Chailey, I only work online with existing clients.
All of us can face confusing and difficult times in our lives and feel overwhelmed with feelings such as anxiety, stress and depression. It could be that you can identify specific issues, or maybe you can't and it's more a sense that you feel stuck or have lost your way. I offer a confidential, non-judgemental, safe place for you to be heard, explore your situation and find a new perspective. It may be that you are not finding these conversations easy in your daily life, in your relationships with family and friends. The act of talking and putting things into words can allow space to reflect and discover new ways forward.
All of us can face confusing and difficult times in our lives and feel overwhelmed with feelings such as anxiety, stress and depression. It could be that you can identify specific issues, or maybe you can't and it's more a sense that you feel stuck or have lost your way. I offer a confidential, non-judgemental, safe place for you to be heard, explore your situation and find a new perspective. It may be that you are not finding these conversations easy in your daily life, in your relationships with family and friends. The act of talking and putting things into words can allow space to reflect and discover new ways forward.
Are you suffering from anxiety, depression or low self esteem? Have you experienced trauma? Have you been diagnosed with ADHD or autism? Is life just feeling overwhelming? I am a experienced qualified counsellor registered with the BACP. I can support you through the challenges you are facing. I have experience of working with a range of topics and have nearly 1000 hours of practice. I help clients realise the things in their lives that are holding them back so they can make positive changes and move forwards.
Are you suffering from anxiety, depression or low self esteem? Have you experienced trauma? Have you been diagnosed with ADHD or autism? Is life just feeling overwhelming? I am a experienced qualified counsellor registered with the BACP. I can support you through the challenges you are facing. I have experience of working with a range of topics and have nearly 1000 hours of practice. I help clients realise the things in their lives that are holding them back so they can make positive changes and move forwards.
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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.