Addiction Counselling in Central London
Counsellor-Psychotherapist offering Internal Family Systems, (IFS) support to people with emotional, behavioural or mental health and addiction issues leading to problems with intimacy, relationships and sex, particular skills in working with emotional difficulties around co-dependency and intimacy, depression, anger/anxiety/stress and fear.
I work well with depression, intimacy, anger, shame, grief, codependency, sex and love issues and all addictions. Working to inspire and motivate confidence around self-esteem issues. Childhood abuse and relational trauma and inconsistent parenting issues are addressed through carefully using guided visualisation and regression. I am Pia Mellody PIT trained
Counsellor-Psychotherapist offering Internal Family Systems, (IFS) support to people with emotional, behavioural or mental health and addiction issues leading to problems with intimacy, relationships and sex, particular skills in working with emotional difficulties around co-dependency and intimacy, depression, anger/anxiety/stress and fear.
I work well with depression, intimacy, anger, shame, grief, codependency, sex and love issues and all addictions. Working to inspire and motivate confidence around self-esteem issues. Childhood abuse and relational trauma and inconsistent parenting issues are addressed through carefully using guided visualisation and regression. I am Pia Mellody PIT trained
I specialize in anxiety and depression; however I am experienced with LGBTQ+ clients, addictions, relationship issues, eating disorders and much more.
I am trained in both couple’s therapy and individual therapy and also offer Supervision. As an Integrative Counsellor, I am here to walk beside you on your journey. My approach is empathetic and compassionate; however I will challenge my clients to help them achieve their goals. I have worked within the NHS and now within a university conducting short term solution focused therapy. I have created a successful private practice and I want the sessions to focus on my clients needs. I will provide the platform for you to discuss what you need to discuss and the safety of a confidential, caring and warm space.
I specialize in anxiety and depression; however I am experienced with LGBTQ+ clients, addictions, relationship issues, eating disorders and much more.
I am trained in both couple’s therapy and individual therapy and also offer Supervision. As an Integrative Counsellor, I am here to walk beside you on your journey. My approach is empathetic and compassionate; however I will challenge my clients to help them achieve their goals. I have worked within the NHS and now within a university conducting short term solution focused therapy. I have created a successful private practice and I want the sessions to focus on my clients needs. I will provide the platform for you to discuss what you need to discuss and the safety of a confidential, caring and warm space.
With over 25 years of experience, ranging from addiction through to sexual and emotional abuse, anxiety, depression, anger and numbness, I'd like to support you.
IFS is here to examine the parts of you that hold anxiety, grief, anger, addiction and trauma. It is a way of really getting to know your inner world. It is proven (backed up by neuroscience) and evidence based. It can be sometimes fun, as well as deep and trauma aware. I am happy to work with a number of different disciplines according to your needs.
With over 25 years of experience, ranging from addiction through to sexual and emotional abuse, anxiety, depression, anger and numbness, I'd like to support you.
IFS is here to examine the parts of you that hold anxiety, grief, anger, addiction and trauma. It is a way of really getting to know your inner world. It is proven (backed up by neuroscience) and evidence based. It can be sometimes fun, as well as deep and trauma aware. I am happy to work with a number of different disciplines according to your needs.
As a BPS Chartered, Associate Fellow (AFBPsS), and HCPC Registered Consultant Counselling Psychologist with 15+ years' experience, I provide discrete therapy and team reflective spaces.
I work with professionals, high achievers, and organisations navigating complex challenges, anxiety, burnout, or relationship difficulties. I provide a personalised, collaborative space to help clients understand patterns, develop practical tools, and build greater clarity, confidence, and emotional wellbeing, whether for yourself or your organisation.
As a BPS Chartered, Associate Fellow (AFBPsS), and HCPC Registered Consultant Counselling Psychologist with 15+ years' experience, I provide discrete therapy and team reflective spaces.
I work with professionals, high achievers, and organisations navigating complex challenges, anxiety, burnout, or relationship difficulties. I provide a personalised, collaborative space to help clients understand patterns, develop practical tools, and build greater clarity, confidence, and emotional wellbeing, whether for yourself or your organisation.
These feelings often lie at the root of anxiety, depression, addiction, shame, and other issues.
I use a range of approaches, including person-centred, psychodynamic, existential, inner child work and narrative therapy. My main approach to therapy is relational and attachment based. We learn who we are in relationships, and when we struggle in our relationships, it can impact everything else in our lives.
These feelings often lie at the root of anxiety, depression, addiction, shame, and other issues.
I use a range of approaches, including person-centred, psychodynamic, existential, inner child work and narrative therapy. My main approach to therapy is relational and attachment based. We learn who we are in relationships, and when we struggle in our relationships, it can impact everything else in our lives.
Skilled in assessing and treating a wide variety of psychological problems of adolescents and adults, such as depression, anxiety, insomnia, addiction problem, eating disorders, couple relationship problem, emotional and stress problems, etc.
Co-authored the book “Effective Self-help for Anxiety” and has been involved in various publication and translation projects. Recognized as the Certified Motivational Interviewing Trainer by the international MINT. Skilled in maximizing treatment outcome through resolving internal ambivalence and enhancing client motivation to change through the treatment.
Skilled in assessing and treating a wide variety of psychological problems of adolescents and adults, such as depression, anxiety, insomnia, addiction problem, eating disorders, couple relationship problem, emotional and stress problems, etc.
Co-authored the book “Effective Self-help for Anxiety” and has been involved in various publication and translation projects. Recognized as the Certified Motivational Interviewing Trainer by the international MINT. Skilled in maximizing treatment outcome through resolving internal ambivalence and enhancing client motivation to change through the treatment.
Rebecca is highly experienced addictions and eating disorders specialist psychotherapist.
If you are struggling with any of the issues listed, please come and have an initial session. I look forward to meeting you.
Rebecca is highly experienced addictions and eating disorders specialist psychotherapist.
If you are struggling with any of the issues listed, please come and have an initial session. I look forward to meeting you.
Do you want to break free from addiction, anxiety, or some other way that trauma is casting a shadow over your life?
Much of what brings people to me began as a way to get through something, so I am less interested in judging it than in understanding it. I draw on several approaches and adapt to you, steadying what feels overwhelming, making sense of your story, and turning towards trauma at a pace your body can bear. For those who want it, we can go deeper.
Do you want to break free from addiction, anxiety, or some other way that trauma is casting a shadow over your life?
Much of what brings people to me began as a way to get through something, so I am less interested in judging it than in understanding it. I draw on several approaches and adapt to you, steadying what feels overwhelming, making sense of your story, and turning towards trauma at a pace your body can bear. For those who want it, we can go deeper.
I have also worked with clients who are in substance recovery.
I offer a space in which I walk together with my client, with full acceptance of their way of being. With this, I firmly believe that clients can find the inner strength in order to cope and change what they want or need. My practice is not neutral. It is relational.
I have also worked with clients who are in substance recovery.
I offer a space in which I walk together with my client, with full acceptance of their way of being. With this, I firmly believe that clients can find the inner strength in order to cope and change what they want or need. My practice is not neutral. It is relational.
In particular, I have specialist training in working with addictions of many kinds, including drug use, compulsive sexual behaviours and problematic use of pornography.
Welcome! I’m Tom and I’m an accredited psychotherapist with over twenty-five years’ experience of working in the caring professions. Life can be hard at the best of times and we all experience periods when we feel anxious, sad or overwhelmed. Sometimes we need to give ourselves the chance to take stock and work out who we are and where we want to go. I’m here to support you with that, to help you take that next step forwards. My philosophy is informed by my beliefs in people's capacity for change, in their resilience, and in their ability to find the answers for that feel right for them - to make their change.
In particular, I have specialist training in working with addictions of many kinds, including drug use, compulsive sexual behaviours and problematic use of pornography.
Welcome! I’m Tom and I’m an accredited psychotherapist with over twenty-five years’ experience of working in the caring professions. Life can be hard at the best of times and we all experience periods when we feel anxious, sad or overwhelmed. Sometimes we need to give ourselves the chance to take stock and work out who we are and where we want to go. I’m here to support you with that, to help you take that next step forwards. My philosophy is informed by my beliefs in people's capacity for change, in their resilience, and in their ability to find the answers for that feel right for them - to make their change.
Hi, I’m Justin Duwe, I am an award-winning Psychologist, Sexologist, Columnist, and Author, I have dedicated my career to helping individuals, couples, and groups navigate the often challenging terrain of life. The best way to contact me is via email. Working from my private practice in Central London, I offer practical, tailored online counselling and psychotherapy that’s designed to meet your unique needs. My expertise lies in addiction treatment, sex and relationship matters, Chemsex, self-esteem, body image, anxiety disorders, depression, and existential issues.
Hi, I’m Justin Duwe, I am an award-winning Psychologist, Sexologist, Columnist, and Author, I have dedicated my career to helping individuals, couples, and groups navigate the often challenging terrain of life. The best way to contact me is via email. Working from my private practice in Central London, I offer practical, tailored online counselling and psychotherapy that’s designed to meet your unique needs. My expertise lies in addiction treatment, sex and relationship matters, Chemsex, self-esteem, body image, anxiety disorders, depression, and existential issues.
Hello, I’m a Chartered Counselling Psychologist and a Cognitive Behavioural Therapist (CBT) with over 17 years of experience and expertise. I work with adult individuals of varying ages. I’m professional and yet down-to-earth in my aim to help people find effective relief from psychological difficulties, work, life or relationship problems.
Hello, I’m a Chartered Counselling Psychologist and a Cognitive Behavioural Therapist (CBT) with over 17 years of experience and expertise. I work with adult individuals of varying ages. I’m professional and yet down-to-earth in my aim to help people find effective relief from psychological difficulties, work, life or relationship problems.
Our early experiences profoundly shape our emotional lives, influencing our thoughts, reactions, and relationships as adults. We often find ourselves repeating unhelpful patterns or struggling to understand the root of our difficulties. Psychotherapy offers a dedicated space to explore these challenges.
Our early experiences profoundly shape our emotional lives, influencing our thoughts, reactions, and relationships as adults. We often find ourselves repeating unhelpful patterns or struggling to understand the root of our difficulties. Psychotherapy offers a dedicated space to explore these challenges.
Based in Berlin, I work with adults internationally who are navigating trauma, addiction, anxiety, neurodivergence, burnout, relationship challenges, and major life transitions.
In our sessions, you’ll find a blend of curiosity and compassion with structured, goal-oriented work. Together, we'll explore unhelpful patterns, challenge limiting beliefs, and foster healthier relationships with yourself and others. We’ll build emotional intelligence, confidence, and practical tools to navigate life with more clarity and simplicity.
Based in Berlin, I work with adults internationally who are navigating trauma, addiction, anxiety, neurodivergence, burnout, relationship challenges, and major life transitions.
In our sessions, you’ll find a blend of curiosity and compassion with structured, goal-oriented work. Together, we'll explore unhelpful patterns, challenge limiting beliefs, and foster healthier relationships with yourself and others. We’ll build emotional intelligence, confidence, and practical tools to navigate life with more clarity and simplicity.
I then completed my Master’s degree in Clinical Psychology at the same university with high honours, where my thesis explored the relationship between narcissism, relationship addiction, and attachment styles.
I tailor my work to the individual needs of my clients; in individual therapy, I integrate approaches such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Compassion-Focused Therapy, and Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR), while in couples therapy, I work within the framework of the Gottman Method Couples Therapy, having completed Level 1 and Level 2 training.
I then completed my Master’s degree in Clinical Psychology at the same university with high honours, where my thesis explored the relationship between narcissism, relationship addiction, and attachment styles.
I tailor my work to the individual needs of my clients; in individual therapy, I integrate approaches such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Compassion-Focused Therapy, and Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR), while in couples therapy, I work within the framework of the Gottman Method Couples Therapy, having completed Level 1 and Level 2 training.
I bring warmth, compassion and humour to my work and have interests in addictions, anxiety (especially OCD), depression, gender identity, ADHD, autism and bereavement.
I will work with you to address specific issues preventing you from feeling happy and fulfilled. Equally, I can help you to identify your goals if you are struggling to understand why you are feeling the way that you do. This may involve brief, focussed work, or a more exploratory approach to reach a greater understanding of yourself and your needs.
I bring warmth, compassion and humour to my work and have interests in addictions, anxiety (especially OCD), depression, gender identity, ADHD, autism and bereavement.
I will work with you to address specific issues preventing you from feeling happy and fulfilled. Equally, I can help you to identify your goals if you are struggling to understand why you are feeling the way that you do. This may involve brief, focussed work, or a more exploratory approach to reach a greater understanding of yourself and your needs.
Some of the key areas I can help with are anxiety, depression, gender identification, sexual orientation-related issues, addiction, shame, relationships, self-esteem, and more.
What sets me apart is the way I combine relational depth with a practical, down-to-earth approach. I don’t just focus on symptoms, but help you uncover the patterns and experiences shaping your life, so that change becomes possible.
As a gay therapist I tend to specialise in the LGBTQ+ community. I am also a member of Pink Therapy
Some of the key areas I can help with are anxiety, depression, gender identification, sexual orientation-related issues, addiction, shame, relationships, self-esteem, and more.
What sets me apart is the way I combine relational depth with a practical, down-to-earth approach. I don’t just focus on symptoms, but help you uncover the patterns and experiences shaping your life, so that change becomes possible.
As a gay therapist I tend to specialise in the LGBTQ+ community. I am also a member of Pink Therapy
My expertise lies in addiction treatment, sex and relationship matters, Chemsex, self-esteem, body image, anxiety disorders, depression, and existential issues.
Abuse, Addictions, Alcoholism, Anger management, Anxiety Disorders, Personality Disorders, Bereavement, Body Image issues, Bipolar disorder/Manic depression, Body dysmorphic disorder, Depression, Eating disorders, Family issues, HIV/AIDS issues, Hoarding, Low self-esteem, Phobias, Relationship issues, Self-harm, Separation and divorce, Sex addiction, Sex problems, Sexual abuse, Sexuality, Stress, Trauma,
My expertise lies in addiction treatment, sex and relationship matters, Chemsex, self-esteem, body image, anxiety disorders, depression, and existential issues.
Abuse, Addictions, Alcoholism, Anger management, Anxiety Disorders, Personality Disorders, Bereavement, Body Image issues, Bipolar disorder/Manic depression, Body dysmorphic disorder, Depression, Eating disorders, Family issues, HIV/AIDS issues, Hoarding, Low self-esteem, Phobias, Relationship issues, Self-harm, Separation and divorce, Sex addiction, Sex problems, Sexual abuse, Sexuality, Stress, Trauma,
I work with a broad range of clients at every stage of adult life, offering a warm, thoughtful and collaborative space in which to explore whatever has brought you to therapy. You might be experiencing anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, bereavement or a major life transition. Or perhaps you feel stuck, overwhelmed or that your life lacks purpose and meaning. Our work might be focused and practical, or develop into a deeper, long-term exploration.
Therapy can offer a space to slow down, feel genuinely heard and become more curious about yourself, and the different, sometimes conflicting parts of who you are.
I work with a broad range of clients at every stage of adult life, offering a warm, thoughtful and collaborative space in which to explore whatever has brought you to therapy. You might be experiencing anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, bereavement or a major life transition. Or perhaps you feel stuck, overwhelmed or that your life lacks purpose and meaning. Our work might be focused and practical, or develop into a deeper, long-term exploration.
Therapy can offer a space to slow down, feel genuinely heard and become more curious about yourself, and the different, sometimes conflicting parts of who you are.
I offer short-term and long-term therapy, using psychological models with a proven track record, to address anxiety, low mood, relationship issues, workplace stresses, addictions, trauma and grief.
I draw on cognitive, compassion-focused and psychodynamic models to provide individually tailored therapy. I have worked in the NHS , in private practice and for mental health charities since 2006. I have worked in GP surgeries, care homes, treatment centres and Harley Street. I have worked with children, adults, couples, families and carers.
I offer short-term and long-term therapy, using psychological models with a proven track record, to address anxiety, low mood, relationship issues, workplace stresses, addictions, trauma and grief.
I draw on cognitive, compassion-focused and psychodynamic models to provide individually tailored therapy. I have worked in the NHS , in private practice and for mental health charities since 2006. I have worked in GP surgeries, care homes, treatment centres and Harley Street. I have worked with children, adults, couples, families and carers.
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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.