Alcohol Use Counselling in South West London
I work with adults experiencing addiction and recovery, difficult relationships and family dynamics, loneliness and disconnection, emptiness, life changes and a lack of purpose. My approach is person-centred and psychodynamic, shaped around the individual rather than a fixed formula. I place particular importance on the therapeutic relationship, honesty and being able to explore difficult experiences without judgement.
I work with adults experiencing addiction and recovery, difficult relationships and family dynamics, loneliness and disconnection, emptiness, life changes and a lack of purpose. My approach is person-centred and psychodynamic, shaped around the individual rather than a fixed formula. I place particular importance on the therapeutic relationship, honesty and being able to explore difficult experiences without judgement.
You may be struggling with cocaine, alcohol, gambling, anxiety, low mood, relationships or simply a sense that something in your life is becoming harder to manage. I work with adults, with a particular interest in men who may appear to be coping well while privately feeling stuck, overwhelmed or out of control. I offer confidential therapy in Kentish Town, North London, and online. You do not need to have a diagnosis, hit rock bottom or know exactly what you want to change before getting in touch.
You may be struggling with cocaine, alcohol, gambling, anxiety, low mood, relationships or simply a sense that something in your life is becoming harder to manage. I work with adults, with a particular interest in men who may appear to be coping well while privately feeling stuck, overwhelmed or out of control. I offer confidential therapy in Kentish Town, North London, and online. You do not need to have a diagnosis, hit rock bottom or know exactly what you want to change before getting in touch.
I counsel Substance Abuse, Complex Trauma and Addiction related issues. We will talk with the purpose of becoming...... "better than well".
Addiction is everywhere, both Substance addiction and Process addiction, and they afflict millions. I deal with many types of addictions and inevitably with the underlying trauma found at their roots. Universally it presents with a kaleidoscope of personal and family suffering. It does not have to continue. Healing from complex trauma and addiction is an act of rebellion. It is the process of deciding that your past—no matter what it has involved —does not get the final say about your future.
I counsel Substance Abuse, Complex Trauma and Addiction related issues. We will talk with the purpose of becoming...... "better than well".
Addiction is everywhere, both Substance addiction and Process addiction, and they afflict millions. I deal with many types of addictions and inevitably with the underlying trauma found at their roots. Universally it presents with a kaleidoscope of personal and family suffering. It does not have to continue. Healing from complex trauma and addiction is an act of rebellion. It is the process of deciding that your past—no matter what it has involved —does not get the final say about your future.
Are you worried about your own addiction, or someone else's? I'm an accredited psychotherapist specialising in addiction, both substance and behavioural, and in supporting the families affected by it. I work with people who are still using. You don't have to have stopped, or even be ready to stop, to start understanding what's happening and what needs to change. Life can get very hard once addiction takes hold. I know addiction from both sides. I have twenty years of personal experience with Class A drugs, and professional experience in addiction services.
Are you worried about your own addiction, or someone else's? I'm an accredited psychotherapist specialising in addiction, both substance and behavioural, and in supporting the families affected by it. I work with people who are still using. You don't have to have stopped, or even be ready to stop, to start understanding what's happening and what needs to change. Life can get very hard once addiction takes hold. I know addiction from both sides. I have twenty years of personal experience with Class A drugs, and professional experience in addiction services.
I am a highly experienced Senior Accredited Addiction Counsellor, Traumatologist and Author with sixteen years personal experience of drug, alcohol and gambling addiction and over twenty years professional experience working with addictions. As seen on breakfast TV and radio I can help you break addictive patterns of behaviour. I have been there myself and know the exit route. I have helped many people recover and lead happy, successful lives. I am aware through personal and professional experience that the routes of addiction, are often found in trauma. As a traumatologist i can provide effective trauma processing therapy alongside
I am a highly experienced Senior Accredited Addiction Counsellor, Traumatologist and Author with sixteen years personal experience of drug, alcohol and gambling addiction and over twenty years professional experience working with addictions. As seen on breakfast TV and radio I can help you break addictive patterns of behaviour. I have been there myself and know the exit route. I have helped many people recover and lead happy, successful lives. I am aware through personal and professional experience that the routes of addiction, are often found in trauma. As a traumatologist i can provide effective trauma processing therapy alongside
As a UKCP-qualified psychotherapist with extensive experience in substance misuse and stress-related challenges, I am deeply committed to helping individuals break free from addiction and compulsion. I offer a free one-hour initial session to help you feel comfortable and confident as we get to know each other. My work is grounded in the belief that substance use often reflects unaddressed emotional pain or unresolved patterns. Together, we’ll explore the roots of your struggles, understand your triggers, and build the resilience needed for lasting change in a safe, compassionate space.
As a UKCP-qualified psychotherapist with extensive experience in substance misuse and stress-related challenges, I am deeply committed to helping individuals break free from addiction and compulsion. I offer a free one-hour initial session to help you feel comfortable and confident as we get to know each other. My work is grounded in the belief that substance use often reflects unaddressed emotional pain or unresolved patterns. Together, we’ll explore the roots of your struggles, understand your triggers, and build the resilience needed for lasting change in a safe, compassionate space.
Imagine stepping into a space where your worries, stresses, and hidden stories are met with genuine care and curiosity. I’m a Gestalt psychotherapist with a deep-rooted passion for guiding individuals through anxiety, stress, anger, low moods, and relationship challenges. From my own background studying psychotherapy and years of hands-on experience in both private practice and community mental health settings, I’ve learned that transformation often begins with courageous honesty—being willing to name what feels overwhelming and invite connection. There’s another path—one where you don’t have to face these challenges alone.
Imagine stepping into a space where your worries, stresses, and hidden stories are met with genuine care and curiosity. I’m a Gestalt psychotherapist with a deep-rooted passion for guiding individuals through anxiety, stress, anger, low moods, and relationship challenges. From my own background studying psychotherapy and years of hands-on experience in both private practice and community mental health settings, I’ve learned that transformation often begins with courageous honesty—being willing to name what feels overwhelming and invite connection. There’s another path—one where you don’t have to face these challenges alone.
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I am a DBT-informed therapist working with adults who experience intense emotions, complex mental health difficulties, or who have felt misunderstood in previous therapy or mental health services.
I offer online therapy across the UK and work with a range of difficulties, including anxiety, depression, psychosis-related experiences (such as hearing voices or paranoia), addiction, grief, and long-standing relationship or family challenges.
I have particular experience supporting people with traits associated with anxiety, borderline personality (BPD/EUPD), emotional dysregulation, OCD and intrusive thoughts
I am a DBT-informed therapist working with adults who experience intense emotions, complex mental health difficulties, or who have felt misunderstood in previous therapy or mental health services.
I offer online therapy across the UK and work with a range of difficulties, including anxiety, depression, psychosis-related experiences (such as hearing voices or paranoia), addiction, grief, and long-standing relationship or family challenges.
I have particular experience supporting people with traits associated with anxiety, borderline personality (BPD/EUPD), emotional dysregulation, OCD and intrusive thoughts
Sometimes life can be challenging. The cost of living crisis has triggered uncertainty, anxiety, and stress in many. Perhaps you’ve suffered from workplace issues or a redundancy? You may have experienced traumatic loss or a bereavement and want to make sense of this? Do you feel anxious or under pressure about deadlines or exams? Maybe you are in the midst of a career change? If you don’t feel like yourself & need unbiased, confidential support, whatever the challenge, I will empower you to transform. I work in W1 in Central London, in SW7, Kensington, and Hammersmith, W6. Contact me for an initial free consultation.
Sometimes life can be challenging. The cost of living crisis has triggered uncertainty, anxiety, and stress in many. Perhaps you’ve suffered from workplace issues or a redundancy? You may have experienced traumatic loss or a bereavement and want to make sense of this? Do you feel anxious or under pressure about deadlines or exams? Maybe you are in the midst of a career change? If you don’t feel like yourself & need unbiased, confidential support, whatever the challenge, I will empower you to transform. I work in W1 in Central London, in SW7, Kensington, and Hammersmith, W6. Contact me for an initial free consultation.
Reaching out can feel daunting. I offer a warm and non-judgmental space where you can feel seen and understood. You may be living with anxiety, low mood or depression, grief, questions about identity or sexuality or patterns around addiction. You may feel stuck, overwhelmed or as though you are pretending everything is fine. On my therapy sessions I offer space to pause and explore what lies beneath. Together we gently uncover feelings, challenge unhelpful patterns and release what feels heavy, helping you gain clarity, renewed confidence, self-trust and a stronger sense of control over your life.
Reaching out can feel daunting. I offer a warm and non-judgmental space where you can feel seen and understood. You may be living with anxiety, low mood or depression, grief, questions about identity or sexuality or patterns around addiction. You may feel stuck, overwhelmed or as though you are pretending everything is fine. On my therapy sessions I offer space to pause and explore what lies beneath. Together we gently uncover feelings, challenge unhelpful patterns and release what feels heavy, helping you gain clarity, renewed confidence, self-trust and a stronger sense of control over your life.
I am a person-centred therapist who primarily works with people who are members of ENM, kink and LGBTQ+ communities. Each of these aspects of our identities are so multifaceted that it can feel overwhelming sometimes. I want to work with you to help you understand yourself, your needs and what steps you can take to move towards a more fulfilling and enjoyable life. I often find people seek out therapy when they really feel stuck, and while getting out of old thinking patterns can be a lifelong mission, I can help support you in that process and as you get to know yourself.
I am a person-centred therapist who primarily works with people who are members of ENM, kink and LGBTQ+ communities. Each of these aspects of our identities are so multifaceted that it can feel overwhelming sometimes. I want to work with you to help you understand yourself, your needs and what steps you can take to move towards a more fulfilling and enjoyable life. I often find people seek out therapy when they really feel stuck, and while getting out of old thinking patterns can be a lifelong mission, I can help support you in that process and as you get to know yourself.
You might be anxious or depressed or hampered by repetitive and intrusive thoughts or feelings that prevent you enjoying life. You might be experiencing stress because of work or personal circumstances. You might have sexual problems or have lost the closeness and intimacy you once had with your partner. You might be worried about a dependency, addiction or a compulsive behaviour that has increasingly adverse consequences. You might feel lonely or isolated or be in conflict with family or friends. You might just have a specific problem that requires some thought or exploration. You might live in the shadow of unresolved trauma.
You might be anxious or depressed or hampered by repetitive and intrusive thoughts or feelings that prevent you enjoying life. You might be experiencing stress because of work or personal circumstances. You might have sexual problems or have lost the closeness and intimacy you once had with your partner. You might be worried about a dependency, addiction or a compulsive behaviour that has increasingly adverse consequences. You might feel lonely or isolated or be in conflict with family or friends. You might just have a specific problem that requires some thought or exploration. You might live in the shadow of unresolved trauma.
Perhaps you are hoping to find and develop relationships that are more meaningful or are struggling with a relationship you were or indeed are in. You may be experiencing feelings of anxiety or dissatisfaction with life. There may be problems at work that require an impartial caring ear or you may be feel there are questions about sexuality that you would like to consider. It could be that you want to look at your general mood or maybe there is simply the need to unpick your thoughts. In any instance, people often find that simply talking to another person about how they are feeling is helpful.
Perhaps you are hoping to find and develop relationships that are more meaningful or are struggling with a relationship you were or indeed are in. You may be experiencing feelings of anxiety or dissatisfaction with life. There may be problems at work that require an impartial caring ear or you may be feel there are questions about sexuality that you would like to consider. It could be that you want to look at your general mood or maybe there is simply the need to unpick your thoughts. In any instance, people often find that simply talking to another person about how they are feeling is helpful.
MSc Psychology and Counselling, BACP Registered, FDAP (accred.) NCAC (accred.), EMDR Advanced Practitioner.
I am a qualified and accredited therapist who specialises in the treatment of addictive disorders, anxiety, depression and trauma. I hold a masters degree in psychology and counselling and have previously been registered manager with the Care Quality Commission (CQC) in the UK. I am accredited by the Federation of Drug and Alcohol Professionals (FDAP) and National Counsellors Association Creditation (NCAC). I also hold professional indemnity insurance and am enhanced DBS checked.
MSc Psychology and Counselling, BACP Registered, FDAP (accred.) NCAC (accred.), EMDR Advanced Practitioner.
I am a qualified and accredited therapist who specialises in the treatment of addictive disorders, anxiety, depression and trauma. I hold a masters degree in psychology and counselling and have previously been registered manager with the Care Quality Commission (CQC) in the UK. I am accredited by the Federation of Drug and Alcohol Professionals (FDAP) and National Counsellors Association Creditation (NCAC). I also hold professional indemnity insurance and am enhanced DBS checked.
Hi, I’m Patricia. I know life can be quite challenging. It often leaves us in need of support to reconnect with our true selves and realise our full potential. Challenges can manifest as worry, depression, anxiety, panic attacks, fear, relationship issues, and even lead to addictions or post-traumatic stress. To heal and move forward, you need love, patience, safety, and the time to protect and nurture yourself as you grow stronger and more authentic. I founded Luz Counselling to guide people from this place of pain and fear back to their true selves.
Hi, I’m Patricia. I know life can be quite challenging. It often leaves us in need of support to reconnect with our true selves and realise our full potential. Challenges can manifest as worry, depression, anxiety, panic attacks, fear, relationship issues, and even lead to addictions or post-traumatic stress. To heal and move forward, you need love, patience, safety, and the time to protect and nurture yourself as you grow stronger and more authentic. I founded Luz Counselling to guide people from this place of pain and fear back to their true selves.
Life can sometimes feel overwhelming. You may be struggling with anxiety, trauma, low self-esteem, or an unhealthy relationship with food or your body. Whatever has brought you here, you don't have to face it alone. I am a specialist psychotherapist working with adults and adolescents experiencing eating disorders, trauma and emotional wellbeing difficulties. Together, we'll explore your experiences with compassion, helping you understand the patterns keeping you stuck and develop lasting change. Recovery isn't about becoming perfect- it's about coming back to yourself.
Life can sometimes feel overwhelming. You may be struggling with anxiety, trauma, low self-esteem, or an unhealthy relationship with food or your body. Whatever has brought you here, you don't have to face it alone. I am a specialist psychotherapist working with adults and adolescents experiencing eating disorders, trauma and emotional wellbeing difficulties. Together, we'll explore your experiences with compassion, helping you understand the patterns keeping you stuck and develop lasting change. Recovery isn't about becoming perfect- it's about coming back to yourself.
As an Integrative Therapist, my primary role is to provide support to individuals who are seeking guidance in addressing their current needs. With 8 years of experience in training and working with diverse client groups, I have gained valuable understanding. In addition to acquiring professional therapeutic qualifications to enhance my practice, I am well versed in assisting a number of client presentations such as: Trauma • Sexual Abuse • Alcohol & Substance misuse • Depression • Anxiety • PTSD • Family & Relationship issues • Sexuality/LGBTQ support • Anger & Behavioural struggles, among other client presentations.
As an Integrative Therapist, my primary role is to provide support to individuals who are seeking guidance in addressing their current needs. With 8 years of experience in training and working with diverse client groups, I have gained valuable understanding. In addition to acquiring professional therapeutic qualifications to enhance my practice, I am well versed in assisting a number of client presentations such as: Trauma • Sexual Abuse • Alcohol & Substance misuse • Depression • Anxiety • PTSD • Family & Relationship issues • Sexuality/LGBTQ support • Anger & Behavioural struggles, among other client presentations.
I’m a Psychologist working with adults experiencing emotional distress, stress, and the psychological impact of health concerns. Many people come to therapy feeling overwhelmed, emotionally exhausted, stuck in unhelpful coping patterns, or struggling to manage daily life and poor health on their own.
I support clients with anxiety, low mood, chronic stress, emotional eating, addiction-related difficulties, and long-term health conditions including chronic pain and fatigue. I also support people navigating perimenopause and hormonal changes affecting mood, confidence, resilience, and emotional wellbeing.
I’m a Psychologist working with adults experiencing emotional distress, stress, and the psychological impact of health concerns. Many people come to therapy feeling overwhelmed, emotionally exhausted, stuck in unhelpful coping patterns, or struggling to manage daily life and poor health on their own.
I support clients with anxiety, low mood, chronic stress, emotional eating, addiction-related difficulties, and long-term health conditions including chronic pain and fatigue. I also support people navigating perimenopause and hormonal changes affecting mood, confidence, resilience, and emotional wellbeing.
A safe, inclusive space for deep exploration and change.
. Are you struggling with:
. Anxiety or Depression?
. Trauma and its lasting effects?
A persistent sense of "stuckness" in your life or career?
I help you look beyond the surface to understand the root causes of your distress. My practice is a welcoming space for all identities, faiths, and backgrounds. Together, we’ll create a non-judgmental environment to process your experiences—from substance use to relationship challenges—and find the clarity you need to move forward.
A safe, inclusive space for deep exploration and change.
. Are you struggling with:
. Anxiety or Depression?
. Trauma and its lasting effects?
A persistent sense of "stuckness" in your life or career?
I help you look beyond the surface to understand the root causes of your distress. My practice is a welcoming space for all identities, faiths, and backgrounds. Together, we’ll create a non-judgmental environment to process your experiences—from substance use to relationship challenges—and find the clarity you need to move forward.
I am a chartered psychologist and Fellow of the British Psychological Society (BPS), and an accredited Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT) practitioner and Fellow of the British Association for Behavioural and Cognitive Psychotherapies (BABCP). I am also a registered Metacognitive Therapy (MCT) practitioner with the Metacognitive Therapy Institute (MCT-I). In my practice I focus on developing a collaborative and client centred understanding of presenting problems together with tailor-making treatment programmes using either CBT or MCT. I have over 25 years experience working as a clinician.
I am a chartered psychologist and Fellow of the British Psychological Society (BPS), and an accredited Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT) practitioner and Fellow of the British Association for Behavioural and Cognitive Psychotherapies (BABCP). I am also a registered Metacognitive Therapy (MCT) practitioner with the Metacognitive Therapy Institute (MCT-I). In my practice I focus on developing a collaborative and client centred understanding of presenting problems together with tailor-making treatment programmes using either CBT or MCT. I have over 25 years experience working as a clinician.
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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.