Addiction Counselling in Newcastle upon Tyne

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Angela Watters
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Newcastle upon Tyne NE3
I am a specialist in addiction counselling, completing my foundation degree with the University of Bath in partnership with the organisation "action on addiction".
Hi, my name is Angie, I am a qualified, registered and integrative counsellor. As an integrative counsellor I can use flexibility and adaptation to allow us to work together on your unique journey in therapy. in our ever-evolving world we can often feel uncertain, anxious, unmotivated, or stuck. Exploring these feelings can help in regaining insight, possibility and hope. I am experienced in working with anxiety, stress, trauma, relationships, and facilitate a bereavement support group for a local counselling service.
I am a specialist in addiction counselling, completing my foundation degree with the University of Bath in partnership with the organisation "action on addiction".
Hi, my name is Angie, I am a qualified, registered and integrative counsellor. As an integrative counsellor I can use flexibility and adaptation to allow us to work together on your unique journey in therapy. in our ever-evolving world we can often feel uncertain, anxious, unmotivated, or stuck. Exploring these feelings can help in regaining insight, possibility and hope. I am experienced in working with anxiety, stress, trauma, relationships, and facilitate a bereavement support group for a local counselling service.
0191 743 2630 View 0191 743 2630
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Hazel Ahern
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, MNCPS Acc.
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Hi I'm Hazel, I am a person-centred counsellor working with abuse, relationship issues, trauma anxiety and low self esteem, I have also have had experience working with addiction and bereavement.
I am a fully qualified experienced BACP registered counsellor. I have had extensive experience working with childhood trauma, abuse and relationship issues. I use an integrative style of counselling meaning I can tailor my approach to suit each person. I work creatively which can help people who find it difficult to express how they feel
Hi I'm Hazel, I am a person-centred counsellor working with abuse, relationship issues, trauma anxiety and low self esteem, I have also have had experience working with addiction and bereavement.
I am a fully qualified experienced BACP registered counsellor. I have had extensive experience working with childhood trauma, abuse and relationship issues. I use an integrative style of counselling meaning I can tailor my approach to suit each person. I work creatively which can help people who find it difficult to express how they feel
0191 743 1676 View 0191 743 1676
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Dr Maciej Iwanowicz
Psychologist, DCounsPsych, HCPC - Couns. Psych.
Verified Verified
Online Only
I specialise in mood and affective disorders, such as depression and anxiety, I work with trauma and addiction and I have many years of experience working with ADHD, and neurodiversity.
I am a counselling psychologist who has a broad experience in both psychology and psychotherapy. When working together I will always prioritise your individual needs. Even though I have my own style of therapy I will always make sure to collaborate with you and to be as flexible as needed so we are always on the same page when working together. I hope to create a non-judgemental, safe and hopefully very comfortable environment where you can feel heard and understood.
I specialise in mood and affective disorders, such as depression and anxiety, I work with trauma and addiction and I have many years of experience working with ADHD, and neurodiversity.
I am a counselling psychologist who has a broad experience in both psychology and psychotherapy. When working together I will always prioritise your individual needs. Even though I have my own style of therapy I will always make sure to collaborate with you and to be as flexible as needed so we are always on the same page when working together. I hope to create a non-judgemental, safe and hopefully very comfortable environment where you can feel heard and understood.
0141 280 6657 View 0141 280 6657
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Paul Lee Woodhouse
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Serves Area
I specialise in behavioural change, motivation, relationships, addiction, depression and anxiety.
Let’s face it, life can be hard. To tackle the challenges we endure day-to-day, it’s essential to build a good psychological foundation and increase our fortitude. Without a balanced lifestyle our bodies and minds become less resilient. Are you struggling to move forward? My life philosophy is simple – be consistent and things will change for you. Work with me if you want to create healthier habits/behaviours and relinquish old beliefs that have weighed you down.
I specialise in behavioural change, motivation, relationships, addiction, depression and anxiety.
Let’s face it, life can be hard. To tackle the challenges we endure day-to-day, it’s essential to build a good psychological foundation and increase our fortitude. Without a balanced lifestyle our bodies and minds become less resilient. Are you struggling to move forward? My life philosophy is simple – be consistent and things will change for you. Work with me if you want to create healthier habits/behaviours and relinquish old beliefs that have weighed you down.
01325 521241 View 01325 521241
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Max Gillespie
Counsellor, MA, MBACP
Verified Verified
Newcastle upon Tyne NE6
Resulting from over twenty-years of experience working as a psychological therapist, I can help with a broad range of therapeutic material; bereavement end of life, trauma (including severe Post Traumatic Stress Disorder ), physical, psychological, emotional and mental, and spiritual forms of abuse, substance-misuse, anxiety, depression, and many others.
I offer a soulful approach to therapy grounded in the latest psychological theory. ​Often, it may seem that much of modern psychological therapy merely ruffles and reorganises the surface of the things that trouble us, seeing people who are experiencing psychological suffering as complex machines to which we can apply a set psychological theories. In contrast, after 20years of working as a psychological therapist, I believe it's more appropriate to approach clients as 'souls' in need of hearing, healing, connection, meaning, and renewal. ​
Resulting from over twenty-years of experience working as a psychological therapist, I can help with a broad range of therapeutic material; bereavement end of life, trauma (including severe Post Traumatic Stress Disorder ), physical, psychological, emotional and mental, and spiritual forms of abuse, substance-misuse, anxiety, depression, and many others.
I offer a soulful approach to therapy grounded in the latest psychological theory. ​Often, it may seem that much of modern psychological therapy merely ruffles and reorganises the surface of the things that trouble us, seeing people who are experiencing psychological suffering as complex machines to which we can apply a set psychological theories. In contrast, after 20years of working as a psychological therapist, I believe it's more appropriate to approach clients as 'souls' in need of hearing, healing, connection, meaning, and renewal. ​
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Next Step Psychotherapy & Wellbeing
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Verified Verified
Newcastle upon Tyne NE3
Whether you’re struggling with relationships, addiction, trauma, anxiety and depression to name a few, our team of friendly therapists are fully qualified & experienced and are at hand to help.
First and foremost each and every client is at the heart of everything we do. We are a professional, friendly and skilled counselling and psychotherapy practice. We are here to guide you with well-researched psychological models and theories as well as seeing each client as they come using the therapeutic relationship to help understand yourself better.
Whether you’re struggling with relationships, addiction, trauma, anxiety and depression to name a few, our team of friendly therapists are fully qualified & experienced and are at hand to help.
First and foremost each and every client is at the heart of everything we do. We are a professional, friendly and skilled counselling and psychotherapy practice. We are here to guide you with well-researched psychological models and theories as well as seeing each client as they come using the therapeutic relationship to help understand yourself better.
0191 580 4468 View 0191 580 4468
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LOTUS Mind
Counsellor, MA, MBACP
Verified Verified
Newcastle upon Tyne NE5
I have been a Counsellor / Psychotherapist / Hypnotherapist for over 25years I specialised in the field addiction for many years.
I offer an initial assessment which explores clients issues and helps clients become comfortable and familiar with my way of working it also allows time for questions to be asked, Individuals become part of their own care plan. I also explain the boundaries of counselling and confidentiality. I also offer Hypnotherapy, Mediation. and Clinical Supervision.
I have been a Counsellor / Psychotherapist / Hypnotherapist for over 25years I specialised in the field addiction for many years.
I offer an initial assessment which explores clients issues and helps clients become comfortable and familiar with my way of working it also allows time for questions to be asked, Individuals become part of their own care plan. I also explain the boundaries of counselling and confidentiality. I also offer Hypnotherapy, Mediation. and Clinical Supervision.
0191 917 5944 View 0191 917 5944
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Lesley Inglis Supervisor
Psychotherapist, COSRT Accred
Verified Verified
Online Only
Specialities: Sex problems, addictions Porn/chat/fetishes traumatised partners Love addiction, Polyamory rels.
Hello, I am a widely experienced, Psychosexual Therapist/Supervisor. If you want to understand yourself better,/change unwanted behaviours to 'feel' better I would be delighted to receive an EMAIL from you. I work with common & also unusual Sex & Relationship difficulties & Mental health conditions . I assess you & help you identify your goals for Therapy. I review how you think our work together is progressing. I explain the rational for my exploration & focus of the tasks I ask you to practice. I work collaboratively with you-as a team to reach your goals. Clients say this is a good way to work. Please email re Supervision.
Specialities: Sex problems, addictions Porn/chat/fetishes traumatised partners Love addiction, Polyamory rels.
Hello, I am a widely experienced, Psychosexual Therapist/Supervisor. If you want to understand yourself better,/change unwanted behaviours to 'feel' better I would be delighted to receive an EMAIL from you. I work with common & also unusual Sex & Relationship difficulties & Mental health conditions . I assess you & help you identify your goals for Therapy. I review how you think our work together is progressing. I explain the rational for my exploration & focus of the tasks I ask you to practice. I work collaboratively with you-as a team to reach your goals. Clients say this is a good way to work. Please email re Supervision.
01573 400476 View 01573 400476
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Grace Stilgrove
Psychotherapist, MSc
Verified Verified
Serves Area
I have a background in addiction services, family of origin trauma and have a special interest in helping those struggling relationally.
Do you feel like your mind never stops overthinking? Are self-doubt and anxiety holding you back from living the life you truly want? Imagine waking up feeling calm and confident, no longer controlled by anxious thoughts.
I have a background in addiction services, family of origin trauma and have a special interest in helping those struggling relationally.
Do you feel like your mind never stops overthinking? Are self-doubt and anxiety holding you back from living the life you truly want? Imagine waking up feeling calm and confident, no longer controlled by anxious thoughts.
0191 917 4424 View 0191 917 4424
Kate Fitzgibbon
Counsellor, MA
Verified Verified
Newcastle upon Tyne NE2
I have over 30 years experience, working privately, within the NHS, relate couples counselling, drug & alcohol services, refugee & disability agencies & as a coach. Confidentiality guaranteed. Free telephone consultation. I work face to face, video & telephone calls locally & internationally.
I have over 30 years experience, working privately, within the NHS, relate couples counselling, drug & alcohol services, refugee & disability agencies & as a coach. Confidentiality guaranteed. Free telephone consultation. I work face to face, video & telephone calls locally & internationally.
0191 743 1576 View 0191 743 1576
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Andrea denley
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Newcastle upon Tyne NE3
Are you feeling overwhelmed with life? Struggling to cope with difficult feelings and emotions? Whatever it is that is troubling you, feeling this way can be a very lonely experience. As your counsellor I can offer you a safe and confidential space where together we can explore the difficulties you are experiencing and what is going on for you. Having experienced many difficult and challenging situations in my own life is what attracted me to working in the field of counselling and I am passionate about helping others reach their full potential.
Are you feeling overwhelmed with life? Struggling to cope with difficult feelings and emotions? Whatever it is that is troubling you, feeling this way can be a very lonely experience. As your counsellor I can offer you a safe and confidential space where together we can explore the difficulties you are experiencing and what is going on for you. Having experienced many difficult and challenging situations in my own life is what attracted me to working in the field of counselling and I am passionate about helping others reach their full potential.
0191 743 9103 View 0191 743 9103
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Kingsley Boateng
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Serves Area
My ideal client feels stuck or overwhelmed in life. They might be dealing with grief, exploring their identity, or struggling in relationships. They want a safe space to express themselves without judgment. They seek confidence, balance, and peace. They want to understand their emotions and find practical ways to move forward. Most importantly, they seek support to face their challenges and regain hope.
My ideal client feels stuck or overwhelmed in life. They might be dealing with grief, exploring their identity, or struggling in relationships. They want a safe space to express themselves without judgment. They seek confidence, balance, and peace. They want to understand their emotions and find practical ways to move forward. Most importantly, they seek support to face their challenges and regain hope.
0191 743 9511 View 0191 743 9511
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Lixson J Cyriac
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBACP
Verified Verified
Serves Area
I am a counsellor and psychotherapist offering both short- and long-term therapy for adult individuals and couples. As an experienced practitioner, I am here to offer you a safe and confidential space in which we together can explore what is troubling you. Sometimes it is about unpacking the present situation, other times exploring the influence of past experiences and finding new ways to approach life. whatever your issues are, together we can develop our sessions to suit your unique situation.
I am a counsellor and psychotherapist offering both short- and long-term therapy for adult individuals and couples. As an experienced practitioner, I am here to offer you a safe and confidential space in which we together can explore what is troubling you. Sometimes it is about unpacking the present situation, other times exploring the influence of past experiences and finding new ways to approach life. whatever your issues are, together we can develop our sessions to suit your unique situation.
01260 541116 View 01260 541116
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Dr Carolyn Law
Psychologist, DCounsPsych, HCPC - Couns. Psych.
Verified Verified
Newcastle upon Tyne NE20
Most importantly, I work with people, not diagnoses or labels. I specialise in working with those with a history of trauma, whether that’s one off events such as a car crash, sexual assault or attack, or layers of trauma in the form of childhood neglect/abuse, a military/medical career or an abusive relationship. I try to help my patients overcome their ongoing reactions to this trauma, such as nightmares, flashbacks, intrusive memories, high levels of anxiety and poor sleep. I also work with people experiencing moral injury and survivors guilt. Additionally, those experiencing depression, anxiety, OCD and relationship issues.
Most importantly, I work with people, not diagnoses or labels. I specialise in working with those with a history of trauma, whether that’s one off events such as a car crash, sexual assault or attack, or layers of trauma in the form of childhood neglect/abuse, a military/medical career or an abusive relationship. I try to help my patients overcome their ongoing reactions to this trauma, such as nightmares, flashbacks, intrusive memories, high levels of anxiety and poor sleep. I also work with people experiencing moral injury and survivors guilt. Additionally, those experiencing depression, anxiety, OCD and relationship issues.
01661 523736 View 01661 523736
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Jeannie Davison
Psychotherapist, MSc, MUKCP
Verified Verified
Newcastle upon Tyne NE2
Are you looking for a warm and supportive therapeutic environment to enable you make changes, heal and grow? I am an experienced UKCP registered counsellor/psychotherapist providing therapy tailored to meet your specific needs. I am qualified to and experienced in working with all mental health issues. I will always ask what the goal of therapy is for you and work with you in planning the best way for us to make sure that this is achieved.
Are you looking for a warm and supportive therapeutic environment to enable you make changes, heal and grow? I am an experienced UKCP registered counsellor/psychotherapist providing therapy tailored to meet your specific needs. I am qualified to and experienced in working with all mental health issues. I will always ask what the goal of therapy is for you and work with you in planning the best way for us to make sure that this is achieved.
0191 917 2246 View 0191 917 2246
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Therapy North
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Newcastle upon Tyne NE2
Need Support? Let’s get started. Everyone needs support at times and everyone’s needs are unique to them. It’s important to work with a mental health professional who has the qualifications and experience to meet these. We are here to assist you in making the best choice for you. We appreciate the first step is always the hardest. At Therapy North we want you to understand the types of support available and make it flexible, convenient and affordable. You choose whether you prefer face to face, online sessions or a mixture and how often you want them.
Need Support? Let’s get started. Everyone needs support at times and everyone’s needs are unique to them. It’s important to work with a mental health professional who has the qualifications and experience to meet these. We are here to assist you in making the best choice for you. We appreciate the first step is always the hardest. At Therapy North we want you to understand the types of support available and make it flexible, convenient and affordable. You choose whether you prefer face to face, online sessions or a mixture and how often you want them.
0191 607 1432 View 0191 607 1432
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Helen Gifford
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Newcastle upon Tyne NE3
Being a young adults and parenting young people is complex and sometimes some help is beneficial. Counselling, is confidential support to offload, get perspective and gain the tools to find your way and is especially useful in periods of transition. It can be in the comfort of a therapy room or your own home, school or workplace. This support can help in different areas; depression, grief and loss, anxiety, relationship difficulties, obsessive thoughts, anger problems, self esteem, addictions, abuse, domestic violence, bullying, self harm, suicidal thoughts, as well as many others.
Being a young adults and parenting young people is complex and sometimes some help is beneficial. Counselling, is confidential support to offload, get perspective and gain the tools to find your way and is especially useful in periods of transition. It can be in the comfort of a therapy room or your own home, school or workplace. This support can help in different areas; depression, grief and loss, anxiety, relationship difficulties, obsessive thoughts, anger problems, self esteem, addictions, abuse, domestic violence, bullying, self harm, suicidal thoughts, as well as many others.
0191 814 7191 View 0191 814 7191
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Ruby Ravinder Aujla
Psychotherapist, MA, MUKCP
Verified Verified
Newcastle upon Tyne NE1
Hello! My name is Ruby. I am a Psychotherapist offering therapy, coaching and supervision to therapists. I have always been interested in learning about people and what brings them meaning in life. I have been lucky enough to learn from so many individuals life stories. I have worked with those who have struggled with self esteem, body image, a sense of self and what they have to offer. As well as individuals who have desired connection but have found themselves repeating painful relationship dynamics. I am passionate about working with individuals and couples and helping them break from painful cycles of repeating these dynamics.
Hello! My name is Ruby. I am a Psychotherapist offering therapy, coaching and supervision to therapists. I have always been interested in learning about people and what brings them meaning in life. I have been lucky enough to learn from so many individuals life stories. I have worked with those who have struggled with self esteem, body image, a sense of self and what they have to offer. As well as individuals who have desired connection but have found themselves repeating painful relationship dynamics. I am passionate about working with individuals and couples and helping them break from painful cycles of repeating these dynamics.
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Peter Blackburn
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Newcastle upon Tyne NE2
Peter works as a consultant clinical psychologist in the NHS and private sector. He specialises in helping people get the best out of their lives alongside helping them cope effectively with the stress, distress and suffering that comes with life. He has considerable experience of supporting and guiding people struggling with physical health problems especially cancer, chronic pain and chronic fatigue. He also has extensive experience of working with low mood, anxiety, anger, guilt, shame and relationship issues.
Peter works as a consultant clinical psychologist in the NHS and private sector. He specialises in helping people get the best out of their lives alongside helping them cope effectively with the stress, distress and suffering that comes with life. He has considerable experience of supporting and guiding people struggling with physical health problems especially cancer, chronic pain and chronic fatigue. He also has extensive experience of working with low mood, anxiety, anger, guilt, shame and relationship issues.
0191 743 6892 View 0191 743 6892
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Relief Counselling
Counsellor, BACP
Verified Verified
Newcastle upon Tyne NE6
Hello, My name is Billy Signey, MBACP, BA honours. I work in an integrative way offering a safe, confidential environment for my clients, enabling them to understand their feelings and emotions in this ever-changing and demanding world. I have worked with problems such as PTSD, Depression, Abuse, Sexual and Physical, Historical/Childhood issues, Neglect, Anxiety, Panic attacks, Suicidal ideation, Phobias, avoidance, etc. Please text me for a free 10-minute no-obligation chat and I will do my best to find the best way forward for you. I have an extensive list of client testimonials that can be viewed on request.
Hello, My name is Billy Signey, MBACP, BA honours. I work in an integrative way offering a safe, confidential environment for my clients, enabling them to understand their feelings and emotions in this ever-changing and demanding world. I have worked with problems such as PTSD, Depression, Abuse, Sexual and Physical, Historical/Childhood issues, Neglect, Anxiety, Panic attacks, Suicidal ideation, Phobias, avoidance, etc. Please text me for a free 10-minute no-obligation chat and I will do my best to find the best way forward for you. I have an extensive list of client testimonials that can be viewed on request.
0191 743 0523 View 0191 743 0523
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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.