Addiction Counselling in West London
Specialist in Sex Addiction, Compulsive Behaviour and Relationship Difficulties
Are you struggling to change behaviours that feel hard to control, or dealing with the impact of addiction or relationship issues?
I specialise in addiction and compulsive behaviours, such as:
• sex addiction and compulsive sexual behaviour
• pornography addiction
• alcohol and drug dependency
I also work with relationship difficulties, including infidelity, breakdowns of trust and communication issues.
In addition, I also support:
• anxiety, stress. low mood, overthink, self-esteem
Specialist in Sex Addiction, Compulsive Behaviour and Relationship Difficulties
Are you struggling to change behaviours that feel hard to control, or dealing with the impact of addiction or relationship issues?
I specialise in addiction and compulsive behaviours, such as:
• sex addiction and compulsive sexual behaviour
• pornography addiction
• alcohol and drug dependency
I also work with relationship difficulties, including infidelity, breakdowns of trust and communication issues.
In addition, I also support:
• anxiety, stress. low mood, overthink, self-esteem
Now in full time private practice I have extensive experience of assessing and treating people from a variety of backgrounds whose problems range from severe and complex to more easily treatable problems including: Self-esteem, personal development, depression, anxiety, addictions, self-harm, personality problems and family and relationship concerns.
Attachment / Relational Dynamic Interpersonal DIT Mentalisation Psychodynamic Psychoanalytic Compassion Focused Interpersonal
Now in full time private practice I have extensive experience of assessing and treating people from a variety of backgrounds whose problems range from severe and complex to more easily treatable problems including: Self-esteem, personal development, depression, anxiety, addictions, self-harm, personality problems and family and relationship concerns.
Attachment / Relational Dynamic Interpersonal DIT Mentalisation Psychodynamic Psychoanalytic Compassion Focused Interpersonal
Feeling out of control can be very scary, whether with alcohol, drugs, food, relationships, sex.
I offer online and in person therapy. I am a person centred therapist, tuning into you and your life with talking therapy. I also do creative therapy using sand trays, paintings, having a different medium to be able to express your feelings. I work with trauma which involves working with the body. Feelings get stuck in our bodies, I can help to shift them
Feeling out of control can be very scary, whether with alcohol, drugs, food, relationships, sex.
I offer online and in person therapy. I am a person centred therapist, tuning into you and your life with talking therapy. I also do creative therapy using sand trays, paintings, having a different medium to be able to express your feelings. I work with trauma which involves working with the body. Feelings get stuck in our bodies, I can help to shift them
I also have experience with addiction, eating disorder, attachment, couple, family and sexual difficulties.
I practice Integrative Psychotherapy with Psychodynamic, Existential and Humanistic theories, as well as CBT and IFS techniques. I work relationally, cognitively and somatically. I can help you understand your internal processes and relationship patterns and how these patterns impact on your sense of self, relationships and wellbeing.
I also have experience with addiction, eating disorder, attachment, couple, family and sexual difficulties.
I practice Integrative Psychotherapy with Psychodynamic, Existential and Humanistic theories, as well as CBT and IFS techniques. I work relationally, cognitively and somatically. I can help you understand your internal processes and relationship patterns and how these patterns impact on your sense of self, relationships and wellbeing.
When anxiety takes over, it’s often a sign of unresolved past experiences keeping our attachment patterns stuck in limbo. My practice centres on targeted realignment: helping you unpack those old patterns and reshape them.
In a safe and confidential environment, we’ll look at how your early life and relationships shape your thoughts today. By addressing these root causes together, you'll gain the insight and tools you need to build a more resilient, confident path forward.
When anxiety takes over, it’s often a sign of unresolved past experiences keeping our attachment patterns stuck in limbo. My practice centres on targeted realignment: helping you unpack those old patterns and reshape them.
In a safe and confidential environment, we’ll look at how your early life and relationships shape your thoughts today. By addressing these root causes together, you'll gain the insight and tools you need to build a more resilient, confident path forward.
I am interested in finding out who you are at the deepest levels. It doesn’t matter where you’ve been, what you’ve seen, or where you’re at right now. I want to understand — and I want to help you understand your self. Because the self is waiting to be witnessed and acknowledged. I work with anxiety, relationship patterns, low self-worth, trauma, and the places where something keeps repeating.
I am interested in finding out who you are at the deepest levels. It doesn’t matter where you’ve been, what you’ve seen, or where you’re at right now. I want to understand — and I want to help you understand your self. Because the self is waiting to be witnessed and acknowledged. I work with anxiety, relationship patterns, low self-worth, trauma, and the places where something keeps repeating.
I see the therapeutic space as an opportunity to take a new look at current difficulties, taking into account old and often unconscious issues in order to promote the awareness that leads to more harmonious functioning and more satisfactory relationships. I prioritise establishing a climate of trust in the therapeutic relationship where warmth and empathy are paramount. My experience also reaches to supporting young adults who seek to better understand their concerns and symptoms, which can be in the range of depression, relationship snd family difficulties.
I see the therapeutic space as an opportunity to take a new look at current difficulties, taking into account old and often unconscious issues in order to promote the awareness that leads to more harmonious functioning and more satisfactory relationships. I prioritise establishing a climate of trust in the therapeutic relationship where warmth and empathy are paramount. My experience also reaches to supporting young adults who seek to better understand their concerns and symptoms, which can be in the range of depression, relationship snd family difficulties.
Most people fill this space with a lot of words. I’ll keep it simple.
If something in your life is difficult or not working, come and talk to me.
We’ll take the time to understand what’s really going on for you.
I am a Gestalt therapist working in London and online. Gestalt therapy focuses on present-moment awareness, helping you recognise and understand the patterns that shape how you think, feel, and relate to others.
I work with adults experiencing anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, relationship difficulties, life transitions and loss, a sense of disconnection from self or others
a desire for deeper self-understanding.
Most people fill this space with a lot of words. I’ll keep it simple.
If something in your life is difficult or not working, come and talk to me.
We’ll take the time to understand what’s really going on for you.
I am a Gestalt therapist working in London and online. Gestalt therapy focuses on present-moment awareness, helping you recognise and understand the patterns that shape how you think, feel, and relate to others.
I work with adults experiencing anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, relationship difficulties, life transitions and loss, a sense of disconnection from self or others
a desire for deeper self-understanding.
Some of us have Grief, Trauma or Addiction that we just can’t seem to work through.
I am deeply committed to your healing, well-being and the development of you as a whole person: body, mind and spirit. I’m an Integrative Psychotherapist, which broadly means that I’m trained in lots of different approaches and modalities and techniques. I offer counselling for adults & adolescents, I also offer therapy from a Christian perspective.
Some of us have Grief, Trauma or Addiction that we just can’t seem to work through.
I am deeply committed to your healing, well-being and the development of you as a whole person: body, mind and spirit. I’m an Integrative Psychotherapist, which broadly means that I’m trained in lots of different approaches and modalities and techniques. I offer counselling for adults & adolescents, I also offer therapy from a Christian perspective.
I work a lot with men who have often got into difficulties with addictions, compulsive behaviour, men might have lost their way in life and be in need of help and support to get themselves back on track to achieve the life they would like
Hello , I am James. I have worked for 25 years as a psychotherapist in central London with men, women and couples. I am approachable and constructive. I enjoy what I do and I believe in the transformative power of therapy to bring about more life and better possibilities. I believe it is possible to identify and achieve the life you want.I have taught at the Site for Contemporary Psychoanalysis for many years as well as the Philadelphia Association. I also have several talks and interviews on YouTube.
I work a lot with men who have often got into difficulties with addictions, compulsive behaviour, men might have lost their way in life and be in need of help and support to get themselves back on track to achieve the life they would like
Hello , I am James. I have worked for 25 years as a psychotherapist in central London with men, women and couples. I am approachable and constructive. I enjoy what I do and I believe in the transformative power of therapy to bring about more life and better possibilities. I believe it is possible to identify and achieve the life you want.I have taught at the Site for Contemporary Psychoanalysis for many years as well as the Philadelphia Association. I also have several talks and interviews on YouTube.
Many people come to me with ADHD, addiction, burnout, relationship difficulties, low self-esteem, grief, or a sense that life has become harder to manage.
As an integrative psychotherapist, I tailor therapy to your individual needs, drawing on psychodynamic, person-centred, CBT, and relational approaches. I specialise in ADHD, anxiety, addiction, burnout, trauma, and relationship difficulties, helping you build insight, resilience, and lasting emotional change.
Many people come to me with ADHD, addiction, burnout, relationship difficulties, low self-esteem, grief, or a sense that life has become harder to manage.
As an integrative psychotherapist, I tailor therapy to your individual needs, drawing on psychodynamic, person-centred, CBT, and relational approaches. I specialise in ADHD, anxiety, addiction, burnout, trauma, and relationship difficulties, helping you build insight, resilience, and lasting emotional change.
You can have a life without the chains of addiction but with clarity and transformation.
You may be feeling stuck - you’ve tried to stop using porn or another damaging sexual behaviour but your will power keeps failing and you find yourself going in circles, of secrecy, shame & hopelessness. The behaviours now seem like its taken the wheel and firmly in the driving seat of your life. You may even be wondering how things ever got this far. If you’re in a relationship, it’s probably suffering. Even if no one else knows, you do and what may have started as a bit of fun is now causing you pain.
There is hope. Many of our wounds are formed in relationships, so it makes sense that healing should also come through one.
You can have a life without the chains of addiction but with clarity and transformation.
You may be feeling stuck - you’ve tried to stop using porn or another damaging sexual behaviour but your will power keeps failing and you find yourself going in circles, of secrecy, shame & hopelessness. The behaviours now seem like its taken the wheel and firmly in the driving seat of your life. You may even be wondering how things ever got this far. If you’re in a relationship, it’s probably suffering. Even if no one else knows, you do and what may have started as a bit of fun is now causing you pain.
There is hope. Many of our wounds are formed in relationships, so it makes sense that healing should also come through one.
My approach is to offer a safe, contained and confidential space where it is possible to explore thoughts and feelings through art materials within the art therapy space. My way of working is psychodynamic and I combine this with a person centred and non-judgemental practice. I offer sand tray and guided drawing sessions within my practice
My approach is to offer a safe, contained and confidential space where it is possible to explore thoughts and feelings through art materials within the art therapy space. My way of working is psychodynamic and I combine this with a person centred and non-judgemental practice. I offer sand tray and guided drawing sessions within my practice
I have worked extensively with clients who have experienced relationship issues, addiction, childhood sexual abuse, issues related to fertility & parenthood, bereavement (including pet bereavement) and coping with illness.
I have 30 years of experience working as a counsellor and psychotherapist with individuals and with couples. My aim is to create a safe confidential setting where you can explore the issues troubling you. My approach is Person-Centred and Humanistic, this means that I will not judge you, but will try my best to understand you and work with you to find more
I have worked extensively with clients who have experienced relationship issues, addiction, childhood sexual abuse, issues related to fertility & parenthood, bereavement (including pet bereavement) and coping with illness.
I have 30 years of experience working as a counsellor and psychotherapist with individuals and with couples. My aim is to create a safe confidential setting where you can explore the issues troubling you. My approach is Person-Centred and Humanistic, this means that I will not judge you, but will try my best to understand you and work with you to find more
I have extensive experience working in the NHS, the voluntary sector and in further education, particularly in the areas of sexual health, drug and alcohol addiction, and mental health.
Your evolving relationship with me and other group members will support you in becoming more aware of the choices you make in both your interpersonal relationships and life in general and how you can face the future in more constructive and creative ways. I also offer regular non-managerial supervision to people working in stressful work settings.
I have extensive experience working in the NHS, the voluntary sector and in further education, particularly in the areas of sexual health, drug and alcohol addiction, and mental health.
Your evolving relationship with me and other group members will support you in becoming more aware of the choices you make in both your interpersonal relationships and life in general and how you can face the future in more constructive and creative ways. I also offer regular non-managerial supervision to people working in stressful work settings.
Talid Khan MA, HCPC – Addiction Therapist
Psychotherapist, MA, HCPC-Art Therap.
West London, London W1G
Are you struggling with alcohol or substance use, behavioural addictions, pornography use, or compulsive sexual behaviours that feel increasingly hard to control?
Sessions are individually tailored, drawing on psychodynamic insight, relapse-prevention strategies, and, where helpful, art psychotherapy techniques. This integrative approach offers a safe and effective space to explore patterns, strengthen coping skills, and move toward deeper understanding, sustainable change, and lasting recovery.
Are you struggling with alcohol or substance use, behavioural addictions, pornography use, or compulsive sexual behaviours that feel increasingly hard to control?
Sessions are individually tailored, drawing on psychodynamic insight, relapse-prevention strategies, and, where helpful, art psychotherapy techniques. This integrative approach offers a safe and effective space to explore patterns, strengthen coping skills, and move toward deeper understanding, sustainable change, and lasting recovery.
My areas of expertise include depression, anxiety, stress, trauma, addiction, neurodivergence, relationship difficulties, LGBTQ+ issues, life transitions, and workplace challenges.
Individual Sessions - Where you and I talk one-to-one, discussing your concerns, learning about you as an individual and developing the tools needed to improve your mind and ultimately, improve your life. Couple - Where you and I talk one-to-one, discussing your concerns, learning about you as an individual and developing the tools needed to improve you.
My areas of expertise include depression, anxiety, stress, trauma, addiction, neurodivergence, relationship difficulties, LGBTQ+ issues, life transitions, and workplace challenges.
Individual Sessions - Where you and I talk one-to-one, discussing your concerns, learning about you as an individual and developing the tools needed to improve your mind and ultimately, improve your life. Couple - Where you and I talk one-to-one, discussing your concerns, learning about you as an individual and developing the tools needed to improve you.
Perhaps it’s worse than that and you can barely get out of bed in the morning or are turning more and more to addictions of one kind or another — food, social media, alcohol, porn, drugs — just to get through the day.
It can also be a great help when you feel not that there’s anything ‘wrong’ with you so much as that you aren’t making the most of your potential. You might have a wish to be more creative. Or to pursue a dream of some kind before it’s too late. Maybe it’s a search for meaning you want to embark on, drawn by the pull of philosophical or spiritual questions.
Perhaps it’s worse than that and you can barely get out of bed in the morning or are turning more and more to addictions of one kind or another — food, social media, alcohol, porn, drugs — just to get through the day.
It can also be a great help when you feel not that there’s anything ‘wrong’ with you so much as that you aren’t making the most of your potential. You might have a wish to be more creative. Or to pursue a dream of some kind before it’s too late. Maybe it’s a search for meaning you want to embark on, drawn by the pull of philosophical or spiritual questions.
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.
This begins with a free initial 15 min assessment. We will explore the benefits of therapy and see if my service would best suit your needs. During this crucial time regarding Corona Virus I'm providing low cost therapy groups daily. The frequency of sessions depends on your need. I offer intensive programs of counselling, coaching and psycho education
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.
This begins with a free initial 15 min assessment. We will explore the benefits of therapy and see if my service would best suit your needs. During this crucial time regarding Corona Virus I'm providing low cost therapy groups daily. The frequency of sessions depends on your need. I offer intensive programs of counselling, coaching and psycho education
I help people struggling with life transitions, addiction, grief, relationship challenges, and anxiety.
You may be in a moment of transition; something ending, shifting, or a growing sense that the old ways no longer fit. You might feel familiar patterns are on repeat, disconnected from yourself or others, or overwhelmed by strong emotions. Often, it’s when these feelings are most intense that people become most open to change. My clients come with deep questions about who they are and what they want, not just seeking relief but longing to feel more like themselves and move forward with honesty, clarity, and ease.
I help people struggling with life transitions, addiction, grief, relationship challenges, and anxiety.
You may be in a moment of transition; something ending, shifting, or a growing sense that the old ways no longer fit. You might feel familiar patterns are on repeat, disconnected from yourself or others, or overwhelmed by strong emotions. Often, it’s when these feelings are most intense that people become most open to change. My clients come with deep questions about who they are and what they want, not just seeking relief but longing to feel more like themselves and move forward with honesty, clarity, and ease.
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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.