Alcohol Use Counselling in Longfield

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Trish Flood
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Longfield DA3
Hi, I'm Trish. I appreciate how daunting looking for counsellors can be. With over 10 years experience working in the Probation Service I have met people from all walks of life, with many different concerns including anxiety, trauma, depression, sexual and physical abuse and addictions. I am a qualified life coach, offering bespoke packages of 4, 8 and 12 months which allows me to mentor you to move towards your goals. I work with the whole person and I run meditation/mindfulness groups and offer one to one sessions. I work between Longfield and Gravesend. I am a Reiki Master and EFT practitioner.
Hi, I'm Trish. I appreciate how daunting looking for counsellors can be. With over 10 years experience working in the Probation Service I have met people from all walks of life, with many different concerns including anxiety, trauma, depression, sexual and physical abuse and addictions. I am a qualified life coach, offering bespoke packages of 4, 8 and 12 months which allows me to mentor you to move towards your goals. I work with the whole person and I run meditation/mindfulness groups and offer one to one sessions. I work between Longfield and Gravesend. I am a Reiki Master and EFT practitioner.
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Karen Carey
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Longfield DA3
Has life become unmanageable- do you have no idea why you feel this way - are you feeling isolated from others, grief, loneliness, anxiety, anger and loss of tolerance: At times life can become overwhelming - no balance between home and work - stress - problematic relationships, your individual issues will be unique to you and very real, don’t dismiss them as unimportant and let’s work through them together. Couples that require an outside perspective on their relationship -
Has life become unmanageable- do you have no idea why you feel this way - are you feeling isolated from others, grief, loneliness, anxiety, anger and loss of tolerance: At times life can become overwhelming - no balance between home and work - stress - problematic relationships, your individual issues will be unique to you and very real, don’t dismiss them as unimportant and let’s work through them together. Couples that require an outside perspective on their relationship -
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David Goodlad
Counsellor, MA, MBACP Snr. Accred
Verified Verified
Sevenoaks TN13
If you are struggling with any form of addiction, I can help. I provide a proven therapy that helps people change - have a look at the testimonials page on my website. I treat Sexual addiction and compulsion, betrayal, serial infidelity, alcohol problems, anger management and depression. I see clients with relationship and grief problems. I am a registered senior accredited counsellor and psychotherapist with 25 years experience.
If you are struggling with any form of addiction, I can help. I provide a proven therapy that helps people change - have a look at the testimonials page on my website. I treat Sexual addiction and compulsion, betrayal, serial infidelity, alcohol problems, anger management and depression. I see clients with relationship and grief problems. I am a registered senior accredited counsellor and psychotherapist with 25 years experience.
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Photo of Louise Barr, Counsellor in Longfield, England
Louise Barr
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Orpington BR5
As an integrative warm holistic therapist, my approach is grounded in the belief that the mind, body, and spirit are interconnected and must be addressed together in order to achieve overall wellness. I am trained in a variety of therapeutic modalities and use an integrative approach to tailor my sessions to the unique needs of each individual client. My therapy sessions are warm and compassionate, providing a safe and non-judgmental space for clients to explore their emotions and experiences.
As an integrative warm holistic therapist, my approach is grounded in the belief that the mind, body, and spirit are interconnected and must be addressed together in order to achieve overall wellness. I am trained in a variety of therapeutic modalities and use an integrative approach to tailor my sessions to the unique needs of each individual client. My therapy sessions are warm and compassionate, providing a safe and non-judgmental space for clients to explore their emotions and experiences.
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Photo of Julie Shannon, Psychotherapist in Longfield, England
Julie Shannon
Psychotherapist, MUKCP
Verified Verified
Dunton Green TN13
I have worked in the field of mental health for over thirty years and am a fully qualified and registered member of the UK Council for Psychotherapy offering Existential Psychotherapy and training workshops in the West Kent and Surrey area. Over the course of my career, I have worked effectively with clients who are struggling with a variety of problems on both a one to one and group-work basis. Existential psychotherapy strives to empower you and place you and your life choices at the centre of the therapeutic process. I also include psychodynamic, schema and attachment based and cognitive behavioural approaches,
I have worked in the field of mental health for over thirty years and am a fully qualified and registered member of the UK Council for Psychotherapy offering Existential Psychotherapy and training workshops in the West Kent and Surrey area. Over the course of my career, I have worked effectively with clients who are struggling with a variety of problems on both a one to one and group-work basis. Existential psychotherapy strives to empower you and place you and your life choices at the centre of the therapeutic process. I also include psychodynamic, schema and attachment based and cognitive behavioural approaches,
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Janet Bullen
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Rochester ME1
Hi I am person centred counsellor, this means I accept and support you to explore ways to help you overcome any uncomfortable or traumatic emotions you may be experiencing. Sometimes we have experiences in life that can be overwhelming or we just can’t make sense of the events that may have happened to us. Many people may need answers from others and this may never happen, therefore exploring these questions within in a safe place can allow us to have acceptance to help start the healing process and give us back a sense of empowerment.
Hi I am person centred counsellor, this means I accept and support you to explore ways to help you overcome any uncomfortable or traumatic emotions you may be experiencing. Sometimes we have experiences in life that can be overwhelming or we just can’t make sense of the events that may have happened to us. Many people may need answers from others and this may never happen, therefore exploring these questions within in a safe place can allow us to have acceptance to help start the healing process and give us back a sense of empowerment.
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Photo of Catherine Cross, Counsellor in Longfield, England
Catherine Cross
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Rochester ME1  (Online Only)
Are You Ready to change? Do you feel stuck in a rut? Would you like to change things but don’t know how? Or do you feel lost and unsure at the moment? It can be difficult and uncomfortable to change things in your life but it might be just what you need. You do not need to be ‘mad’ to seek therapy or counselling, many people who are in therapy are lost, unsure or stuck like you and need a change in their lives.
Are You Ready to change? Do you feel stuck in a rut? Would you like to change things but don’t know how? Or do you feel lost and unsure at the moment? It can be difficult and uncomfortable to change things in your life but it might be just what you need. You do not need to be ‘mad’ to seek therapy or counselling, many people who are in therapy are lost, unsure or stuck like you and need a change in their lives.
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Photo of Dr Jo Douglas, Psychologist in Longfield, England
Dr Jo Douglas
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
Sevenoaks TN13
I have a wealth of experience in helping people to improve their mental and emotional wellbeing. As a clinical psychologist I value the therapeutic relationship and think that it is vital to find a therapist you 'click' with. My personable, warm and empathetic nature has helped many people to overcome the difficulties holding them back in life. It can be daunting to embark on a therapy journey with someone - I am mindful of this and will help you to feel relaxed and comfortable when using therapy for your personal development.
I have a wealth of experience in helping people to improve their mental and emotional wellbeing. As a clinical psychologist I value the therapeutic relationship and think that it is vital to find a therapist you 'click' with. My personable, warm and empathetic nature has helped many people to overcome the difficulties holding them back in life. It can be daunting to embark on a therapy journey with someone - I am mindful of this and will help you to feel relaxed and comfortable when using therapy for your personal development.
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Photo of Brenda Mackie, Counsellor in Longfield, England
Brenda Mackie
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Chatham ME4
I'm a therapeutic counsellor qualified to diploma level with over 12 years experience in helping adults, young people and children in Medway Towns. I provide a safe, nurturing space for you to explore and make sense of how past trauma, relationship fails, bereavement or obsessive behaviours are affecting how you feel about yourself, your life and the lives of those around you. Please call me to discuss how I might be of help to you or email me to arrange an initial assessment.
I'm a therapeutic counsellor qualified to diploma level with over 12 years experience in helping adults, young people and children in Medway Towns. I provide a safe, nurturing space for you to explore and make sense of how past trauma, relationship fails, bereavement or obsessive behaviours are affecting how you feel about yourself, your life and the lives of those around you. Please call me to discuss how I might be of help to you or email me to arrange an initial assessment.
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Photo of Brenda Hogg, Counsellor in Longfield, England
Brenda Hogg
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Sevenoaks TN13
There are many reasons you might decide to seek counselling, at any stage of your life; each reason is valid and unique to you. There might be issues related to unresolved traumas in the past, or it might be that day-to-day pressures have become challenging and are affecting you. Whatever your reason, it can be helpful to have a therapist, working together with you, forming a professional and confidential relationship - unlike any of those you might share with family and friends - wherein you are welcome to explore your concerns; thereby offering you a deeper understanding of yourself - helping you move forward.
There are many reasons you might decide to seek counselling, at any stage of your life; each reason is valid and unique to you. There might be issues related to unresolved traumas in the past, or it might be that day-to-day pressures have become challenging and are affecting you. Whatever your reason, it can be helpful to have a therapist, working together with you, forming a professional and confidential relationship - unlike any of those you might share with family and friends - wherein you are welcome to explore your concerns; thereby offering you a deeper understanding of yourself - helping you move forward.
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Photo of Louise Calver, Counsellor in Longfield, England
Louise Calver
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Chatham ME5
Waitlist for new clients
My person centred way of being enables you to achieve your goals and explore elements of self in a safe and confidential space- free of judgement. I offer an empathic environment to walk your journey with you, so you can feel heard, listened to and understood. In an accepting environment, we can explore how life is for you, understand your feelings on a deeper level and look at any issues which may be affecting you. Sessions can be short term, or long term, all depending on your needs. I am here to support you, through expressing your feelings, in the hope to achieve a happier and brighter future.
My person centred way of being enables you to achieve your goals and explore elements of self in a safe and confidential space- free of judgement. I offer an empathic environment to walk your journey with you, so you can feel heard, listened to and understood. In an accepting environment, we can explore how life is for you, understand your feelings on a deeper level and look at any issues which may be affecting you. Sessions can be short term, or long term, all depending on your needs. I am here to support you, through expressing your feelings, in the hope to achieve a happier and brighter future.
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Photo of Garry Ebrey, Counsellor in Longfield, England
Garry Ebrey
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, MNCPS Acc.
Verified Verified
Kings Hill ME19
If you are feeling anxious or depressed, if you’re experiencing the breakdown of a relationship or a bereavement, or if you just want to talk to someone who won’t judge, I believe I can help. Believe in yourself, you can do this. I believe in you. You're not alone. Let's embark on this journey together. I am here to support you every step of the way. I offer compassionate and confidential counselling services tailored to your unique needs. I aim to provide you with the support and guidance you need to navigate life's challenges and begin a journey of healing and personal growth.
If you are feeling anxious or depressed, if you’re experiencing the breakdown of a relationship or a bereavement, or if you just want to talk to someone who won’t judge, I believe I can help. Believe in yourself, you can do this. I believe in you. You're not alone. Let's embark on this journey together. I am here to support you every step of the way. I offer compassionate and confidential counselling services tailored to your unique needs. I aim to provide you with the support and guidance you need to navigate life's challenges and begin a journey of healing and personal growth.
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Photo of M Ozlem Kaldi, Psychotherapist in Longfield, England
M Ozlem Kaldi
Psychotherapist, MA, BACP
Verified Verified
Bexleyheath DA6
I'm here to support client's who have challenging lives which are affected by anxiety disorders, depression, bereavement or who feels stuck in their relationship patterns. We build our attachment styles from a young age. We can find ourselves stuck in the same attachment patterns as we get older. I have supported clients to face their own attachment fears that impact their personal relationships. Also worked with clients who have self-harm and suicidal ideation and supported them to face their missing voids.
I'm here to support client's who have challenging lives which are affected by anxiety disorders, depression, bereavement or who feels stuck in their relationship patterns. We build our attachment styles from a young age. We can find ourselves stuck in the same attachment patterns as we get older. I have supported clients to face their own attachment fears that impact their personal relationships. Also worked with clients who have self-harm and suicidal ideation and supported them to face their missing voids.
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Photo of Catherine Baverstock, Psychologist in Longfield, England
Catherine Baverstock
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
Sevenoaks TN13
I have 20 years experience of working with children, adolescents and adults. I specialise in helping people recover from past adverse/traumatic experiences. I adopt a holistic, supportive and person-centred approach and I believe in the importance of the therapeutic relationship as a mechanism for change. I believe that by creating the right conditions for personal growth that most people can find solutions to their difficulties. As well as therapy I also offer life coaching using a transformational approach. My coaching focuses on working on supporting women to manage transitions, overcome the inner critic and step into their power
I have 20 years experience of working with children, adolescents and adults. I specialise in helping people recover from past adverse/traumatic experiences. I adopt a holistic, supportive and person-centred approach and I believe in the importance of the therapeutic relationship as a mechanism for change. I believe that by creating the right conditions for personal growth that most people can find solutions to their difficulties. As well as therapy I also offer life coaching using a transformational approach. My coaching focuses on working on supporting women to manage transitions, overcome the inner critic and step into their power
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Photo of Lee Matthew Whelan, Counsellor in Longfield, England
Lee Matthew Whelan
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
West Malling ME19
Feeling unsure about seeking help? You're not alone. Let me help you make sense of this area of your life. ​ Identifying the root cause of your emotional, physical, or psychological struggles can often pose a daunting challenge. ​I offer therapeutic counselling to enable you to cope with areas of your life that you may be struggling with such as anxiety, low self-esteem, stress and an inability to manage & maintain healthy relationship
Feeling unsure about seeking help? You're not alone. Let me help you make sense of this area of your life. ​ Identifying the root cause of your emotional, physical, or psychological struggles can often pose a daunting challenge. ​I offer therapeutic counselling to enable you to cope with areas of your life that you may be struggling with such as anxiety, low self-esteem, stress and an inability to manage & maintain healthy relationship
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Photo of Annabel Tucker, Counsellor in Longfield, England
Annabel Tucker
Counsellor
Verified Verified
Kings Hill ME19
I have worked as a counsellor and psycho sexual therapist for over 20 years and I still find it as fascinating and rewarding now as when I started. I am COSRT and Relate accredited. I work with individuals, couples, families. I aim to support my clients to clarify the issues that are hindering their development and relationships in an effective way, while developing a greater understanding of the causes of their current problems and issues. In some cases the counselling can be quite specific and goal orientated; yet with others it can be more exploratory and pastoral. Most often it can include both, depending on the need.
I have worked as a counsellor and psycho sexual therapist for over 20 years and I still find it as fascinating and rewarding now as when I started. I am COSRT and Relate accredited. I work with individuals, couples, families. I aim to support my clients to clarify the issues that are hindering their development and relationships in an effective way, while developing a greater understanding of the causes of their current problems and issues. In some cases the counselling can be quite specific and goal orientated; yet with others it can be more exploratory and pastoral. Most often it can include both, depending on the need.
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Photo of Kim Jordan, Counsellor in Longfield, England
Kim Jordan
Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Gravesend DA11
Good rapport with your Counsellor's the first step towards achieving change. My Counselling approach is different to anything my clients (both Adults & Children) have experienced before and it's because of this, they've felt at ease quickly and gained maximum benefit from their sessions. I've Counselled since 2019 and have a diverse range of additional skills that I integrate into my Counselling work. I work with Victims of Crime within Kent, as well as Children & Families who've been bereaved. I have over 10yrs experience working with Children & Young People, including those with additional needs, so my approach is inclusive.
Good rapport with your Counsellor's the first step towards achieving change. My Counselling approach is different to anything my clients (both Adults & Children) have experienced before and it's because of this, they've felt at ease quickly and gained maximum benefit from their sessions. I've Counselled since 2019 and have a diverse range of additional skills that I integrate into my Counselling work. I work with Victims of Crime within Kent, as well as Children & Families who've been bereaved. I have over 10yrs experience working with Children & Young People, including those with additional needs, so my approach is inclusive.
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Photo of Angela Elizabeth Bostock, Counsellor in Longfield, England
Angela Elizabeth Bostock
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, BACP
Verified Verified
Rochester ME2
COUNSELLING AND WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT FROM ME:...……………I'm a person centred counsellor. My approach is non-directive and you are the expert of our own life. I work in a non-judgemental and respective way. I'm a caring, empathic and friendly person. Sometimes we need to step back and review our life and refocus and look at what matters which will then enable you to make new decisions. I will offer you a safe and confidential space where you will feel listened to without any criticism or judgment.
COUNSELLING AND WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT FROM ME:...……………I'm a person centred counsellor. My approach is non-directive and you are the expert of our own life. I work in a non-judgemental and respective way. I'm a caring, empathic and friendly person. Sometimes we need to step back and review our life and refocus and look at what matters which will then enable you to make new decisions. I will offer you a safe and confidential space where you will feel listened to without any criticism or judgment.
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Photo of Rob Parkinson, Psychotherapist in Longfield, England
Rob Parkinson
Psychotherapist, MHGI
Verified Verified
West Malling ME19
My clients like the informal, friendly approach, tailored to their individual needs. My work is informed by the highly effective Human Givens framework, embodying thorough scientific but holistic understandings of how to help people make good changes. I've been a solution-focused psychotherapist/counsellor and clinical hypnotherapist for more than two decades. For the past four decades, I've also been a professional storyteller, chaired the Society for Storytelling in the 'nineties, often tell appropriate stories as part of therapy sessions with both adults and children.. Clients work with me to achieve specific goals.
My clients like the informal, friendly approach, tailored to their individual needs. My work is informed by the highly effective Human Givens framework, embodying thorough scientific but holistic understandings of how to help people make good changes. I've been a solution-focused psychotherapist/counsellor and clinical hypnotherapist for more than two decades. For the past four decades, I've also been a professional storyteller, chaired the Society for Storytelling in the 'nineties, often tell appropriate stories as part of therapy sessions with both adults and children.. Clients work with me to achieve specific goals.
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Photo of Kirstie Eames, Counsellor in Longfield, England
Kirstie Eames
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, BACP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Rochester ME1  (Online Only)
My name is Kirstie Eames and I’m here to help and support you to gain the skills you need to make a positive move forward. I offer one to one Integrative and Trauma counselling in a safe, confidential, Empathetic, non-judgemental space for you to be able to promote healing, build self-awareness, build self-esteem and to be heard to help you move forward in your life. As a trauma informed therapist I can provide a grounded presence where you can begin to explore your trauma while feeling safe, listened to, and held. I also work with more generalised mental health such as depression, all anxiety, PD's, behaviour disorders and OCD
My name is Kirstie Eames and I’m here to help and support you to gain the skills you need to make a positive move forward. I offer one to one Integrative and Trauma counselling in a safe, confidential, Empathetic, non-judgemental space for you to be able to promote healing, build self-awareness, build self-esteem and to be heard to help you move forward in your life. As a trauma informed therapist I can provide a grounded presence where you can begin to explore your trauma while feeling safe, listened to, and held. I also work with more generalised mental health such as depression, all anxiety, PD's, behaviour disorders and OCD
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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.