Addiction Counselling in Milton Keynes

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Kath Attwood couples & Individual counsellor
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Verified Verified
Serves Area
I work with couples and individuals exploring , anxiety , loss, trauma, betrayal , addiction, and so much more .
I offer a safe, calm and warming setting for you to explore your world and experiences life has shown you . For you to gain your own insights and clarity on your own life moving forward if you choose. For you to feel valued, and heard and often empowered to make choices if needed, and grow as the important individual that you are .
I work with couples and individuals exploring , anxiety , loss, trauma, betrayal , addiction, and so much more .
I offer a safe, calm and warming setting for you to explore your world and experiences life has shown you . For you to gain your own insights and clarity on your own life moving forward if you choose. For you to feel valued, and heard and often empowered to make choices if needed, and grow as the important individual that you are .
01525 307543 View 01525 307543
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DS-Therapia
Psychotherapist, MUKCP
Verified Verified
I’m an experienced Psychotherapist, Couples & Relationship Psychotherapist, Psychosexual & Sex Addiction Psychotherapist with over 26+ years experience private practice.
I specialise in four areas: Psychosexual and relationship therapy, for individuals and/or partners also known as couples counselling or sex therapy, Sexual Diversity – Sexual Identity, Paraphillia, BDsM/Kink/Fetish, Escorts, Pornography, Sexual Trauma – Rape (Male & Female), Therapy for sexual addiction and compulsivity for individuals and/or partners
I’m an experienced Psychotherapist, Couples & Relationship Psychotherapist, Psychosexual & Sex Addiction Psychotherapist with over 26+ years experience private practice.
I specialise in four areas: Psychosexual and relationship therapy, for individuals and/or partners also known as couples counselling or sex therapy, Sexual Diversity – Sexual Identity, Paraphillia, BDsM/Kink/Fetish, Escorts, Pornography, Sexual Trauma – Rape (Male & Female), Therapy for sexual addiction and compulsivity for individuals and/or partners
01788 227343 View 01788 227343
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Sheena Hands
Psychotherapist, DCounsPsych, MNCPS Acc.
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
I can offer support to work through emotional dysregulation, self abandonment, identity confusion, addiction, Depression and anxiety.
I am an integrative therapist working with both short term and open ended therapy. I can provide you with a compassionate and safe space to explore your situation in a supportive and confidential environment free from judgement. I will help to guide you to solutions, new ways of thinking or just facilitate somewhere to explore your thoughts and feelings. I work integratively which means I adapt to work collaboratively with each of my clients based on individual needs and will draw on models of psychodynamic, CBT grounded in person centred.
I can offer support to work through emotional dysregulation, self abandonment, identity confusion, addiction, Depression and anxiety.
I am an integrative therapist working with both short term and open ended therapy. I can provide you with a compassionate and safe space to explore your situation in a supportive and confidential environment free from judgement. I will help to guide you to solutions, new ways of thinking or just facilitate somewhere to explore your thoughts and feelings. I work integratively which means I adapt to work collaboratively with each of my clients based on individual needs and will draw on models of psychodynamic, CBT grounded in person centred.
01908 024257 View 01908 024257
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Catherine Russell
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
This experience includes bereavement, domestic violence, low self-esteem, substance misuse, relationship difficulties, addictions, self-harm, trauma, abuse, social and family interactions, carer support, misophonia, divorce and separation, anxiety, panic attacks and depression.
I am passionate about the work I do, and the possibility each and every one of us has to change: to choose a life more fulfilling and become who we truly are. My core theoretical approach is person centred which is a client led style of therapy because I believe you know yourself better than anyone else does.
This experience includes bereavement, domestic violence, low self-esteem, substance misuse, relationship difficulties, addictions, self-harm, trauma, abuse, social and family interactions, carer support, misophonia, divorce and separation, anxiety, panic attacks and depression.
I am passionate about the work I do, and the possibility each and every one of us has to change: to choose a life more fulfilling and become who we truly are. My core theoretical approach is person centred which is a client led style of therapy because I believe you know yourself better than anyone else does.
01908 015911 View 01908 015911
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Dr Tori Snell
Psychologist, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
I offer evidence-based therapies, including CBT, EMDR, ACT and CFT, for trauma, depression, anxiety, stress, addiction, adapted to suit your needs.
I offer in face to face therapy in Milton Keynes and also online for adolescents and adults age. My aim is to create a supportive space where you feel heard and able to take meaningful steps forward.
I offer evidence-based therapies, including CBT, EMDR, ACT and CFT, for trauma, depression, anxiety, stress, addiction, adapted to suit your needs.
I offer in face to face therapy in Milton Keynes and also online for adolescents and adults age. My aim is to create a supportive space where you feel heard and able to take meaningful steps forward.
01908 024874 View 01908 024874
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Tamara | TN Wellness
Psychotherapist, MHGI
Verified Verified
Serves Area
I have supported young people and adults facing difficult circumstances, such as those who have committed offences, experienced trauma, addiction, been victims or witnesses of abuse and violence, or dealt with complex social and emotional challenges.
Welcome to TN Wellness! I'm Tamara, and I offer a holistic, solution-oriented sessions helping individuals quickly regain control of their lives, showing improvements from the first session. My approach encourages clients to harness their own volition and empowers clients by helping them to set goals, understand their symptoms, challenges, and the steps needed to enhance resilience against future setbacks, while also providing effective coping strategies. Sessions also emphasise clients' strengths and resources, fostering self-generated change.
I have supported young people and adults facing difficult circumstances, such as those who have committed offences, experienced trauma, addiction, been victims or witnesses of abuse and violence, or dealt with complex social and emotional challenges.
Welcome to TN Wellness! I'm Tamara, and I offer a holistic, solution-oriented sessions helping individuals quickly regain control of their lives, showing improvements from the first session. My approach encourages clients to harness their own volition and empowers clients by helping them to set goals, understand their symptoms, challenges, and the steps needed to enhance resilience against future setbacks, while also providing effective coping strategies. Sessions also emphasise clients' strengths and resources, fostering self-generated change.
020 4572 3222 View 020 4572 3222
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Ropinder Heer
Psychotherapist, MHGI
Verified Verified
Online Only
Offering personalised online therapy, if you're dealing with anxiety, depression, grief, anger, trauma or addiction, I am here to support you.
Alongside a successful career in Business IT, I've studied and worked part-time in Mental Health since 2009. I've previously worked as a Trauma Therapist with the NHS for 6 years, and since leaving there, as a volunteer Counsellor and Mentor at Childline (counselling young people up to the age of 19), and in my private practice.
Offering personalised online therapy, if you're dealing with anxiety, depression, grief, anger, trauma or addiction, I am here to support you.
Alongside a successful career in Business IT, I've studied and worked part-time in Mental Health since 2009. I've previously worked as a Trauma Therapist with the NHS for 6 years, and since leaving there, as a volunteer Counsellor and Mentor at Childline (counselling young people up to the age of 19), and in my private practice.
07354 734294 View 07354 734294
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Aleksandra Bartoszewicz-Rudzinska
Psychologist, MSc
Verified Verified
Serves Area
I work mainly with women who are stuck in a cycle of emotional eating, sugar addiction, or binge eating.
I specialise in helping women overcome emotional eating, sugar addiction, and binge eating through Rapid Transformational Therapy (RTT) and coaching. I offer a 3-month program combining RTT hypnotherapy and weekly coaching to address the root causes, break self-sabotaging patterns, and build a healthier, more empowered relationship with food and self.
I work mainly with women who are stuck in a cycle of emotional eating, sugar addiction, or binge eating.
I specialise in helping women overcome emotional eating, sugar addiction, and binge eating through Rapid Transformational Therapy (RTT) and coaching. I offer a 3-month program combining RTT hypnotherapy and weekly coaching to address the root causes, break self-sabotaging patterns, and build a healthier, more empowered relationship with food and self.
01869 943719 View 01869 943719
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Chiltern Talking Therapies / Chiltern ADHD Clinic
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBABCP
Verified Verified
Hi, I'm Jennie! I'm a CBT/EMDR Therapist and owner of Chiltern TT/ADHD Clinic. My Associates and I offer face to face or virtual CBT, EMDR, Counselling, Schema, Coaching and Art Therapy sessions and ADHD Assessments. We can support adults and young people with a wide range of difficulties. We are non-judgemental and have a wealth of experience between us, from working with addictions, offenders, children, clients with brain injuries and couples. I pride our team on being non-judgemental and accepting of individuals from a wide range of backgrounds. We all hold DBS checks and indemnity insurance, which you can view at any time.
Hi, I'm Jennie! I'm a CBT/EMDR Therapist and owner of Chiltern TT/ADHD Clinic. My Associates and I offer face to face or virtual CBT, EMDR, Counselling, Schema, Coaching and Art Therapy sessions and ADHD Assessments. We can support adults and young people with a wide range of difficulties. We are non-judgemental and have a wealth of experience between us, from working with addictions, offenders, children, clients with brain injuries and couples. I pride our team on being non-judgemental and accepting of individuals from a wide range of backgrounds. We all hold DBS checks and indemnity insurance, which you can view at any time.
01442 971728 View 01442 971728
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Amy Knight
Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
Verified Verified
Online Only
I became a counsellor to empower individuals, helping them to recognise their true identity, enabling them to make decisions for themselves. No longer living by what they think is expected of them but instead what they really want. I feel strongly about wanting to help others learn about themselves. Enabling people to change their ways of being, realising anything is possible. However, we need to be prepared for an uncomfortable road ahead and understand you are in control of your life. I can offer support with the following: Anxiety Depression Relationship problems Low self esteem Abuse Difficult emotions PTSD Anger
I became a counsellor to empower individuals, helping them to recognise their true identity, enabling them to make decisions for themselves. No longer living by what they think is expected of them but instead what they really want. I feel strongly about wanting to help others learn about themselves. Enabling people to change their ways of being, realising anything is possible. However, we need to be prepared for an uncomfortable road ahead and understand you are in control of your life. I can offer support with the following: Anxiety Depression Relationship problems Low self esteem Abuse Difficult emotions PTSD Anger
0121 816 0049 View 0121 816 0049
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Shirley Springer
Counsellor, MA, MBACP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Hello, my name is Shirley and I am passionate about working with clients who may be struggling or feeling stuck, and in need of support to help them work through life’s challenges. My aim is to create a safe, empathetic, non-judgemental space for clients where you can explore the issues you are struggling with, and your feelings about the way they affect you. I believe in working in a personalised way, tailoring the therapy to meet your unique needs and goals. Whether this is around past traumas or wanting to focus on future goals, this is your own journey.
Hello, my name is Shirley and I am passionate about working with clients who may be struggling or feeling stuck, and in need of support to help them work through life’s challenges. My aim is to create a safe, empathetic, non-judgemental space for clients where you can explore the issues you are struggling with, and your feelings about the way they affect you. I believe in working in a personalised way, tailoring the therapy to meet your unique needs and goals. Whether this is around past traumas or wanting to focus on future goals, this is your own journey.
01908 024095 View 01908 024095
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Kate O'Donnell
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Hello I’m Kate, I know that taking the first step to come to therapy can be daunting but my aim is to offer you a safe space where you can truly be yourself.
Hello I’m Kate, I know that taking the first step to come to therapy can be daunting but my aim is to offer you a safe space where you can truly be yourself.
01295 237366 View 01295 237366
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Mind Matters More
Psychologist, DCounsPsych, HCPC - Couns. Psych.
Verified Verified
My name is Dr Andrew Maleknia and I am a consultant counselling psychologist with a passion for understanding and helping people. My compassion and desire to help individuals overcome difficulties in meaningful and lasting ways drove me towards choosing an exciting career path in Counselling Psychology. I enjoy being challenged and working to create solutions that meet the needs of those around me. I am a Person Centred Psychologist with additional training in Compassionate Focused Therapy (CFT), Mentalisation (MBT), Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT), Psychodynamic Psychotherapy, Art Therapy and EMDR.
My name is Dr Andrew Maleknia and I am a consultant counselling psychologist with a passion for understanding and helping people. My compassion and desire to help individuals overcome difficulties in meaningful and lasting ways drove me towards choosing an exciting career path in Counselling Psychology. I enjoy being challenged and working to create solutions that meet the needs of those around me. I am a Person Centred Psychologist with additional training in Compassionate Focused Therapy (CFT), Mentalisation (MBT), Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT), Psychodynamic Psychotherapy, Art Therapy and EMDR.
01908 103253 View 01908 103253
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Therapy with Rehana
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
I’m an Integrative Counsellor & Therapist. I aim to guide you thoughtfully, empowering you to process flashbacks/memories to overcome internal conflicts/rejection/fear/chronic shame/suffering of your subjective painful experiences or significant loss/es, heal and move forward with confidence. I work with clients affected by social/relationship/family difficulties, intersectional and culturally sensitive matters/Neurodivergence and identity exploration, attachments in interpersonal relationships. Adverse childhood experiences Inc. Complex Trauma, sexual harm, addictions, work/career, Cancer/health issues, grief & bereavement.
I’m an Integrative Counsellor & Therapist. I aim to guide you thoughtfully, empowering you to process flashbacks/memories to overcome internal conflicts/rejection/fear/chronic shame/suffering of your subjective painful experiences or significant loss/es, heal and move forward with confidence. I work with clients affected by social/relationship/family difficulties, intersectional and culturally sensitive matters/Neurodivergence and identity exploration, attachments in interpersonal relationships. Adverse childhood experiences Inc. Complex Trauma, sexual harm, addictions, work/career, Cancer/health issues, grief & bereavement.
024 7542 6531 View 024 7542 6531
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Kerry Martin
Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
Verified Verified
Hi, My name is Kerry welcome to my Profile I’m glad you’re here. I believe therapy isn’t just about solving problems – its also about unlocking your full potential and creating a life that feels truly meaningful and fulfilling. Whether you’re looking to strengthen your relationships, feel more confident, or simply find more joy and meaning in your daily life, therapy can help you get there. As a qualified therapist since 2017, I offer a range of evidence-based therapies designed to meet your unique needs and preferences.
Hi, My name is Kerry welcome to my Profile I’m glad you’re here. I believe therapy isn’t just about solving problems – its also about unlocking your full potential and creating a life that feels truly meaningful and fulfilling. Whether you’re looking to strengthen your relationships, feel more confident, or simply find more joy and meaning in your daily life, therapy can help you get there. As a qualified therapist since 2017, I offer a range of evidence-based therapies designed to meet your unique needs and preferences.
01908 103753 View 01908 103753
Convergence Psychotherapy
Psychotherapist, PsychD, MBACP
Verified Verified
I specialise in TRAUMA. I get fast results to resolve the Trauma shock. As a qualified psychotherapist, I work across the board with many issues.
I specialise in TRAUMA. I get fast results to resolve the Trauma shock. As a qualified psychotherapist, I work across the board with many issues.
01908 103053 View 01908 103053
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Mimicounselling.co.uk
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, MBACP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Hi my name is Mariam , I have experience in helping clients with stress, anxiety, depression and other areas. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. I am here to help you discover the unique YOU. I work mainly with adults who struggle with everyday life stressors such as financial concerns, relationship struggles, family issues, medical concerns, job concerns, or other concerns. I believe my background
Hi my name is Mariam , I have experience in helping clients with stress, anxiety, depression and other areas. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. I am here to help you discover the unique YOU. I work mainly with adults who struggle with everyday life stressors such as financial concerns, relationship struggles, family issues, medical concerns, job concerns, or other concerns. I believe my background
0121 728 2344 View 0121 728 2344
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Lauren Steel
Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
Verified Verified
Life can be difficult sometimes and challenges can arise. I can offer you a safe, non-judgemental space where you can explore any concerns or issues that you may be facing. I will work with you to make necessary changes, improve life and wellbeing, build better connections & relationships and move forward from the past. My sessions are held in Milton Keynes, I can offer face-to-face, telephone and online counselling.
Life can be difficult sometimes and challenges can arise. I can offer you a safe, non-judgemental space where you can explore any concerns or issues that you may be facing. I will work with you to make necessary changes, improve life and wellbeing, build better connections & relationships and move forward from the past. My sessions are held in Milton Keynes, I can offer face-to-face, telephone and online counselling.
01788 227808 View 01788 227808
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Nick Pandya
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Verified Verified
I believe that we all have an innate tendency towards health and wholeness. Every so often, life events and situations can get in the way of accessing our inner resources to achieve growth and healing. Psychotherapy can be a valuable tool to firmly place you back on the path to living a full life. When we are faced with major or recurring life stressors we can be overwhelmed and seeking additional support, such as therapy, is a natural and positive step in taking care of yourself.
I believe that we all have an innate tendency towards health and wholeness. Every so often, life events and situations can get in the way of accessing our inner resources to achieve growth and healing. Psychotherapy can be a valuable tool to firmly place you back on the path to living a full life. When we are faced with major or recurring life stressors we can be overwhelmed and seeking additional support, such as therapy, is a natural and positive step in taking care of yourself.
01908 082397 View 01908 082397
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Anh Huntington
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
I offer counselling for individuals and I am also a certified Imago relationship therapist, trained to work with couples and family members. I offer you a safe, confidential space to explore those difficult moments in your life. My work reflects three core beliefs: Being genuine, so you can successfully explore the issues that have brought you to seek help. Being accepting and empathic, giving you the opportunity to increase your self-understanding. Providing a non-judgmental and safe place to share your experiences as we work together. I am warm and understanding towards others. I am also a broad-minded Counsellor.
I offer counselling for individuals and I am also a certified Imago relationship therapist, trained to work with couples and family members. I offer you a safe, confidential space to explore those difficult moments in your life. My work reflects three core beliefs: Being genuine, so you can successfully explore the issues that have brought you to seek help. Being accepting and empathic, giving you the opportunity to increase your self-understanding. Providing a non-judgmental and safe place to share your experiences as we work together. I am warm and understanding towards others. I am also a broad-minded Counsellor.
01788 227951 View 01788 227951
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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.