Substance Use Counselling in Richmond
Are you feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, depression, or the weight of grief and trauma? I’m Daniela, a BACP-registered psychotherapist with over 10 years of experience in integrative counselling and psychotherapy, supporting adults, young people, and couples through challenges like bereavement, trauma, loneliness, and relationship struggles. I use a holistic approach that blends mindfulness, mind-body techniques, and NLP to help you navigate life’s transitions. Together, we’ll create a compassionate, non-judgmental space to explore what’s holding you back and work toward greater resilience, clarity, and healing.
Are you feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, depression, or the weight of grief and trauma? I’m Daniela, a BACP-registered psychotherapist with over 10 years of experience in integrative counselling and psychotherapy, supporting adults, young people, and couples through challenges like bereavement, trauma, loneliness, and relationship struggles. I use a holistic approach that blends mindfulness, mind-body techniques, and NLP to help you navigate life’s transitions. Together, we’ll create a compassionate, non-judgmental space to explore what’s holding you back and work toward greater resilience, clarity, and healing.
I work respectfully with a diverse range of clients and situations bringing a warm, supportive and non-judgemental approach. I work with many issues including, (but not exhaustive) sexual abuse and trauma, disassociation, PTSD and complex PDST, relationships, family dynamics, cancer, dementia, addictions and carer support. It is helpful to bring what may be troubling you, either from the past or present to the safety of a counselling relationship. Many people find they are then more confident to be able to make positive changes in their lives through counselling support. I offer a free 15-minute telephone consultation.
I work respectfully with a diverse range of clients and situations bringing a warm, supportive and non-judgemental approach. I work with many issues including, (but not exhaustive) sexual abuse and trauma, disassociation, PTSD and complex PDST, relationships, family dynamics, cancer, dementia, addictions and carer support. It is helpful to bring what may be troubling you, either from the past or present to the safety of a counselling relationship. Many people find they are then more confident to be able to make positive changes in their lives through counselling support. I offer a free 15-minute telephone consultation.
I am an experienced, BACP registered Integrative counsellor and psychotherapist, providing professional, confidential support. I offer counselling with warmth, non-judgment and compassion. You may seek counselling because of the impact of recent events, or past experiences which have had a lasting impact. You may be anxious, have low self-esteem, or are perhaps dealing with a change or loss and are finding it difficult to cope or know how to move forward. You may face challenges with relationships, mental health, parenthood or work. You may want to discuss sexuality, identity or purpose, or feel stuck in a particular area of life.
I am an experienced, BACP registered Integrative counsellor and psychotherapist, providing professional, confidential support. I offer counselling with warmth, non-judgment and compassion. You may seek counselling because of the impact of recent events, or past experiences which have had a lasting impact. You may be anxious, have low self-esteem, or are perhaps dealing with a change or loss and are finding it difficult to cope or know how to move forward. You may face challenges with relationships, mental health, parenthood or work. You may want to discuss sexuality, identity or purpose, or feel stuck in a particular area of life.
I work with all kinds of people and all kinds of issues. From mild anxiety to domestic abuse. Whether you are male, female, young or old. What matters most is that you want to invest this time and space for yourself and for your own healing. I can help you recognise any destructive patterns which don't serve you well and how you can break these patterns. If you would like to understand yourself or your relationships better, we can work together to get you the answers you are looking for. My aim is to help you see and harness the power you already have within you, so you can take back control and keep moving forwards.
I work with all kinds of people and all kinds of issues. From mild anxiety to domestic abuse. Whether you are male, female, young or old. What matters most is that you want to invest this time and space for yourself and for your own healing. I can help you recognise any destructive patterns which don't serve you well and how you can break these patterns. If you would like to understand yourself or your relationships better, we can work together to get you the answers you are looking for. My aim is to help you see and harness the power you already have within you, so you can take back control and keep moving forwards.
Dr Emma Kay
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Couns. Psych.
1 Endorsed
Richmond TW9
Waitlist for new clients
I believe we are all unique and what is beneficial for us at various points in our life is likely to change as we encounter different challenges. That's why I offer a flexible therapeutic approach which aims to facilitate change and foster personal growth. Whether you are looking for short term sessions or longer term work I believe it is essential to build a strong, collaborative relationship so that we can explore whatever issues arise together.
I believe we are all unique and what is beneficial for us at various points in our life is likely to change as we encounter different challenges. That's why I offer a flexible therapeutic approach which aims to facilitate change and foster personal growth. Whether you are looking for short term sessions or longer term work I believe it is essential to build a strong, collaborative relationship so that we can explore whatever issues arise together.
In my experience every client comes to therapy with a unique set of life circumstances. Sometimes these contribute to personal and emotional problems which can feel overwhelming or even insurmountable. Often, it is at this point that a person reaches out for professional help. They may identify that low mood, negative thinking, stress or relationship problems are impediments to living a good life and they will want help to restore healthy self-esteem, confidence, balance and self-worth. Often clients are looking for a supportive, non-judgmental, compassionate and caring professional to guide them on their journey to wellbeing.
In my experience every client comes to therapy with a unique set of life circumstances. Sometimes these contribute to personal and emotional problems which can feel overwhelming or even insurmountable. Often, it is at this point that a person reaches out for professional help. They may identify that low mood, negative thinking, stress or relationship problems are impediments to living a good life and they will want help to restore healthy self-esteem, confidence, balance and self-worth. Often clients are looking for a supportive, non-judgmental, compassionate and caring professional to guide them on their journey to wellbeing.
My name is Jessy, and I am an integrative counsellor and accredited
with the BACP. I am a counsellor and psychotherapist, which means I draw upon different therapeutic approaches to fit the specific needs of the client. I adapt integrative psychotherapy to your individual needs, where you can start to learn about yourself and process your experience and heal. I always try to offer an inclusive and diverse space for all clients that want to feel accepted without judgment. I am committed to helping and supporting trans and non-binary and gender diverse people of all ethnicities and sexual orientations.
My name is Jessy, and I am an integrative counsellor and accredited
with the BACP. I am a counsellor and psychotherapist, which means I draw upon different therapeutic approaches to fit the specific needs of the client. I adapt integrative psychotherapy to your individual needs, where you can start to learn about yourself and process your experience and heal. I always try to offer an inclusive and diverse space for all clients that want to feel accepted without judgment. I am committed to helping and supporting trans and non-binary and gender diverse people of all ethnicities and sexual orientations.
I offer individual and couples counselling for people feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or caught in repeating emotional or relationship patterns. Many of the people I work with feel anxious, disconnected, or unsure how to express their needs, often putting others first at their own expense.
I’m a BACP-registered, trauma-informed therapist and provide a calm, non-judgemental space to slow things down and make sense of what’s happening beneath the surface. I support couples with communication breakdown and recurring conflict, and individuals with anxiety, trauma, low self-esteem, and codependent patterns. We work at a pace that feels safe,
I offer individual and couples counselling for people feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or caught in repeating emotional or relationship patterns. Many of the people I work with feel anxious, disconnected, or unsure how to express their needs, often putting others first at their own expense.
I’m a BACP-registered, trauma-informed therapist and provide a calm, non-judgemental space to slow things down and make sense of what’s happening beneath the surface. I support couples with communication breakdown and recurring conflict, and individuals with anxiety, trauma, low self-esteem, and codependent patterns. We work at a pace that feels safe,
Hello and welcome. I'm an experienced Integrative Psychotherapist and have worked in private practice for over 10 years. I offer a confidential space where you can feel safe, understood and trusted as you start to explore the reasons why you feel the way you do. .
I work with anxiety, depression, panic disorder, family/relationship issues, loss, low self-esteem, work-related stress, and addictions (alcohol, drugs, gambling, sex and internet). I have nearly 30 years experience of working with 12-step programmes.
I work with clients in my therapy room in central Richmond and online.
Hello and welcome. I'm an experienced Integrative Psychotherapist and have worked in private practice for over 10 years. I offer a confidential space where you can feel safe, understood and trusted as you start to explore the reasons why you feel the way you do. .
I work with anxiety, depression, panic disorder, family/relationship issues, loss, low self-esteem, work-related stress, and addictions (alcohol, drugs, gambling, sex and internet). I have nearly 30 years experience of working with 12-step programmes.
I work with clients in my therapy room in central Richmond and online.
Life can be a struggle challenging and confusing. Sometimes it can be difficult to talk openly to the people in your life. As an experienced psychotherapist I provide a safe, confidential space to explore whatever is on your mind. I can support you in finding your way through the difficulties you’re experiencing, or have experienced in the past, in a way that feels right for you, and at a pace that feels comfortable. We can work together to make sense of what you’re thinking, feeling and going through, allowing you to develop a sense of healing, establish goals and grow towards them, and gain a greater understanding of yourself.
Life can be a struggle challenging and confusing. Sometimes it can be difficult to talk openly to the people in your life. As an experienced psychotherapist I provide a safe, confidential space to explore whatever is on your mind. I can support you in finding your way through the difficulties you’re experiencing, or have experienced in the past, in a way that feels right for you, and at a pace that feels comfortable. We can work together to make sense of what you’re thinking, feeling and going through, allowing you to develop a sense of healing, establish goals and grow towards them, and gain a greater understanding of yourself.
Psychotherapy offers the opportunity to explore the origins and roots of the difficulties you are experiencing in life today. We will work together to understand and untangle your feelings and behaviours, discovering a better understanding of the lifestyle choices you are making. This process will help you review your way of living, and the choices you are making. You will then have the opportunity to lead a more true and authentic life.
Psychotherapy offers the opportunity to explore the origins and roots of the difficulties you are experiencing in life today. We will work together to understand and untangle your feelings and behaviours, discovering a better understanding of the lifestyle choices you are making. This process will help you review your way of living, and the choices you are making. You will then have the opportunity to lead a more true and authentic life.
I offer a safe and confidential space where you will have the chance to share your problems, your difficult feelings, your pain and your life story. Talking about our life honestly and openly, with an empathic and non-judgemental therapist can be a deeply healing process. Having a space where we can be fully ourselves, where we’re invited to slow down, breathe and investigate our inner world and our emotions is necessary, today, more than ever. We live busy lives and for many, it is difficult to stop and notice, most of the time, what is going on inside us. As we reconnect to our feelings and our essence there is an immediate sense
I offer a safe and confidential space where you will have the chance to share your problems, your difficult feelings, your pain and your life story. Talking about our life honestly and openly, with an empathic and non-judgemental therapist can be a deeply healing process. Having a space where we can be fully ourselves, where we’re invited to slow down, breathe and investigate our inner world and our emotions is necessary, today, more than ever. We live busy lives and for many, it is difficult to stop and notice, most of the time, what is going on inside us. As we reconnect to our feelings and our essence there is an immediate sense
We all suffer from downturns and setbacks in our lives, believe me when I say that I am no exception! But it doesn't have to be the end of the road, perhaps more like a bend in the road. It's hard to see around those corners though. If you're feeling stuck at the bend without the support you need to get through, be it from the overwhelming electric feelings of anxiety; the slowing drudge of depressive thoughts and feelings, or the pain of losing a loved one, support is here for you.
We all suffer from downturns and setbacks in our lives, believe me when I say that I am no exception! But it doesn't have to be the end of the road, perhaps more like a bend in the road. It's hard to see around those corners though. If you're feeling stuck at the bend without the support you need to get through, be it from the overwhelming electric feelings of anxiety; the slowing drudge of depressive thoughts and feelings, or the pain of losing a loved one, support is here for you.
With 30 years of experience in counselling and psychotherapy, I am dedicated to helping individuals lead fulfilling lives and build meaningful relationships. I offer a safe, confidential space to explore your experiences, gain clarity, and make lasting positive changes. I specialise in stress, anxiety, panic attacks, phobias, depression, grief, and relationship issues. With extensive experience, I provide effective strategies to support you through challenges, foster healing and encourage personal growth.
With 30 years of experience in counselling and psychotherapy, I am dedicated to helping individuals lead fulfilling lives and build meaningful relationships. I offer a safe, confidential space to explore your experiences, gain clarity, and make lasting positive changes. I specialise in stress, anxiety, panic attacks, phobias, depression, grief, and relationship issues. With extensive experience, I provide effective strategies to support you through challenges, foster healing and encourage personal growth.
I trained as a psychotherapist later in life following a previous career working with vulnerable individuals. Coupled with my now extensive psychotherapeutic training, I am a knowledgeable, conscientious and empathetic individual whom is well respected within the field.
I trained as a psychotherapist later in life following a previous career working with vulnerable individuals. Coupled with my now extensive psychotherapeutic training, I am a knowledgeable, conscientious and empathetic individual whom is well respected within the field.
Hi I'm Daniel (He/Him). I'm a counsellor who provides support for people that are struggling with feelings of depression, anxiety and grief. I work with people seeking support with difficult life decisions and challenges in their relationships. Often people attend because they are feeling 'stuck'; finding themselves arriving at the same place, despite trying really hard to change. Perhaps they are drinking, shopping or eating to cope or escape. The sex and relationships they're having has stopped feeling safe or fulfilling. They're doing things to 'feel better' while avoiding people, places or decisions due to fear or shame.
Hi I'm Daniel (He/Him). I'm a counsellor who provides support for people that are struggling with feelings of depression, anxiety and grief. I work with people seeking support with difficult life decisions and challenges in their relationships. Often people attend because they are feeling 'stuck'; finding themselves arriving at the same place, despite trying really hard to change. Perhaps they are drinking, shopping or eating to cope or escape. The sex and relationships they're having has stopped feeling safe or fulfilling. They're doing things to 'feel better' while avoiding people, places or decisions due to fear or shame.
You are not broken. You may be feeling emotional pain, distress, or psychological strain, but that doesn’t mean you are damaged. These responses often reflect your strength and resilience. What you're experiencing is an emotional build-up, not a breakdown. You might be living with anxiety, depression, grief, low self-worth, or trauma. Over time, you may have built defences to cope and protect yourself. These patterns helped you survive, but they are not your truest self. Healing begins by gently reconnecting with the parts of you that have been hidden, and making space for who you truly are.
You are not broken. You may be feeling emotional pain, distress, or psychological strain, but that doesn’t mean you are damaged. These responses often reflect your strength and resilience. What you're experiencing is an emotional build-up, not a breakdown. You might be living with anxiety, depression, grief, low self-worth, or trauma. Over time, you may have built defences to cope and protect yourself. These patterns helped you survive, but they are not your truest self. Healing begins by gently reconnecting with the parts of you that have been hidden, and making space for who you truly are.
I am an experienced CBT therapist and integrative counsellor/psychotherapist working in private practice for Anxiety, Trauma, Personality Disorder using DBT, Depression. I use mindfulness with my clients to help them to become more aware of the present moment and in acknowledging feelings and thoughts as they come and go.It’s been accepted as a useful therapy for anxiety and depression for years, and research suggests it's effective when practising reflection on yourself, switching off your auto pilot in order to discover your real feelings, and this can have an positive influence on our well being.
I am an experienced CBT therapist and integrative counsellor/psychotherapist working in private practice for Anxiety, Trauma, Personality Disorder using DBT, Depression. I use mindfulness with my clients to help them to become more aware of the present moment and in acknowledging feelings and thoughts as they come and go.It’s been accepted as a useful therapy for anxiety and depression for years, and research suggests it's effective when practising reflection on yourself, switching off your auto pilot in order to discover your real feelings, and this can have an positive influence on our well being.
Nuray Ozben Avsar completed her undergraduate degree in Psychological Counseling at Bogazici University and obtained her postgraduate in Psychology. She is a mental health professional practicing for the past 20 years. Mrs. Avsar is highly skilled in working with people across all age groups, including, children, teenagers, adults and older adults who are experiencing a various type of cognitive, behavioural, emotional and physical difficulties such as trauma, anxiety, depression, phobias, low-self-esteem, loss and adjustment difficulties, eating disorders, social anxiety, emotional dysregulation, panic disorder, perfectionism..
Nuray Ozben Avsar completed her undergraduate degree in Psychological Counseling at Bogazici University and obtained her postgraduate in Psychology. She is a mental health professional practicing for the past 20 years. Mrs. Avsar is highly skilled in working with people across all age groups, including, children, teenagers, adults and older adults who are experiencing a various type of cognitive, behavioural, emotional and physical difficulties such as trauma, anxiety, depression, phobias, low-self-esteem, loss and adjustment difficulties, eating disorders, social anxiety, emotional dysregulation, panic disorder, perfectionism..
Are you yearning for peace of mind? Are you feeling stuck, overwhelmed or lost ? Is it clear to you that ‘change’ is needed but you don’t know how to go about making that change? Why don’t we investigate together! I am a fully qualified, integrative psychotherapist and a registered member of the BACP. I am genuine, warm and compassionate and believe that every individual has the potential to grow into the best version of themselves. I want you, as my client, to feel safe, heard and supported by me and my hope that through our sessions together, you will also feel empowered.
Are you yearning for peace of mind? Are you feeling stuck, overwhelmed or lost ? Is it clear to you that ‘change’ is needed but you don’t know how to go about making that change? Why don’t we investigate together! I am a fully qualified, integrative psychotherapist and a registered member of the BACP. I am genuine, warm and compassionate and believe that every individual has the potential to grow into the best version of themselves. I want you, as my client, to feel safe, heard and supported by me and my hope that through our sessions together, you will also feel empowered.
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How do substance and drug recovery or rehabilitation programs work?
In inpatient programs, individuals live in a facility with other clients in recovery; in outpatient programs, individuals reside at home. These facilities are staffed with healthcare professionals including physicians, nurses, psychologists, counsellors, and psychotherapists. Staff often also includes people who have recovered themselves, serving as mentors and guides. These programs may use abstinence, harm reduction, detoxification, psychotherapy, and other methods.
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 substance use reduce the amount of drugs they consume. It is not abstinence-based like a 12-step program, but combining harm reduction with psychotherapy proves to be effective for many people.
Are there specific medications for substance and drug use?
There are medications approved to treat substance use disorder—such as buprenorphine, methadone, naltrexone, and acamprosate. These medications do help people cope with substance use as well as avoid the problem of relapse. Naltrexone can help reduce cravings, methadone is an opioid medication used to treat severe pain, and acamprosate may help ease symptoms like poor sleep and anxious feelings.