Addiction Counselling in Stockton-on-Tees

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Peter Callum Armstrong
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
3 Endorsed
I am an openly neurodivergent counsellor specialising in ADHD, ASC, Addiction, Anger, Anxiety, and Communication.
I am trained, fully qualified, and experienced in the application of a range of therapeutic techniques, tools, and theory, integrating aspects of Acceptance & Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Existential Psychotherapy, Mindfulness, Person-Centred therapy, Psychoanalytic therapies such as Transactional Analysis, and Psychoeducation.
I am an openly neurodivergent counsellor specialising in ADHD, ASC, Addiction, Anger, Anxiety, and Communication.
I am trained, fully qualified, and experienced in the application of a range of therapeutic techniques, tools, and theory, integrating aspects of Acceptance & Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Existential Psychotherapy, Mindfulness, Person-Centred therapy, Psychoanalytic therapies such as Transactional Analysis, and Psychoeducation.
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Kerrie McCabe
Counsellor, BACP
1 Endorsed
I help individuals facing an array of mental health challenges, but mostly those struggling with, anxiety, depression, addiction, low self-esteem, confidence issues, relationship difficulties, and phobias.
Hello, and a very warm welcome. My name is Kerrie. As an integrative therapist, I believe that one size does not fit all. Each person is unique, and so is their journey. My approach is warm, compassionate, and grounded in genuine empathy—balanced with a healthy dose of humour where it's welcome. I offer a supportive and non-judgmental space where you can feel safe to explore, reflect, and grow. Whether you're facing anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, or simply feeling stuck, I draw on a range of therapeutic approaches tailored to your individual needs.
I help individuals facing an array of mental health challenges, but mostly those struggling with, anxiety, depression, addiction, low self-esteem, confidence issues, relationship difficulties, and phobias.
Hello, and a very warm welcome. My name is Kerrie. As an integrative therapist, I believe that one size does not fit all. Each person is unique, and so is their journey. My approach is warm, compassionate, and grounded in genuine empathy—balanced with a healthy dose of humour where it's welcome. I offer a supportive and non-judgmental space where you can feel safe to explore, reflect, and grow. Whether you're facing anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, or simply feeling stuck, I draw on a range of therapeutic approaches tailored to your individual needs.
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Nicola Jayne Arceri
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
I am experienced in working with a wide range of issues including relationship issues, depression, anxiety, coping with addictions, attention-deficit disorder, trauma, bereavement and loss, anger management amongst other concerns I also help many people who have experienced sexual abuse, rape and domestic violence or that live with personality disorders
Are you finding life difficult at this moment in time? I can offer a safe, trusting and confidential environment in which to explore difficulties that are troubling you. As a fully qualified counsellor, I integrate different therapy approaches depending on what we are working through. I am experienced in working with a wide range of issues.
I am experienced in working with a wide range of issues including relationship issues, depression, anxiety, coping with addictions, attention-deficit disorder, trauma, bereavement and loss, anger management amongst other concerns I also help many people who have experienced sexual abuse, rape and domestic violence or that live with personality disorders
Are you finding life difficult at this moment in time? I can offer a safe, trusting and confidential environment in which to explore difficulties that are troubling you. As a fully qualified counsellor, I integrate different therapy approaches depending on what we are working through. I am experienced in working with a wide range of issues.
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Karen McCann
Psychotherapist, MSc, BACP
Waitlist for new clients
Through a safe partnership, we can understand and help you process the internal and external pain, anxiety, addiction or relationship issues.
I work in an integrative way (multi-model therapy), to build a collaborative, personalised therapeutic experience for each individual client. A karmic cycle is a repetitious pattern of events, emotions or realisations that occur in your life. Until that lesson is mastered, we will continue to repeat the cycle. Are you ready to break the cycle?
Through a safe partnership, we can understand and help you process the internal and external pain, anxiety, addiction or relationship issues.
I work in an integrative way (multi-model therapy), to build a collaborative, personalised therapeutic experience for each individual client. A karmic cycle is a repetitious pattern of events, emotions or realisations that occur in your life. Until that lesson is mastered, we will continue to repeat the cycle. Are you ready to break the cycle?
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Lisa Anne Tomlinson
Psychologist, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
I treat people with a wide variety of issues, such as depression, anxiety (all types), relational difficulties, trauma, eating disorders, & addictions.
I enjoy working with a variety of clients with a range of difficulties. However, I practically find it meaningful to work with early childhood trauma and to help clients be able to heal from those early emotional wounds that have impacted on their lives in a variety of ways, I find that many issues link to early childhood, even when clients describe their childhood as a good one with healthy relationships. However, I am open to working with clients in the way that feels most comfortable to them, and can be flexible and listen to their feedback on this.
I treat people with a wide variety of issues, such as depression, anxiety (all types), relational difficulties, trauma, eating disorders, & addictions.
I enjoy working with a variety of clients with a range of difficulties. However, I practically find it meaningful to work with early childhood trauma and to help clients be able to heal from those early emotional wounds that have impacted on their lives in a variety of ways, I find that many issues link to early childhood, even when clients describe their childhood as a good one with healthy relationships. However, I am open to working with clients in the way that feels most comfortable to them, and can be flexible and listen to their feedback on this.
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Kristen Brown
Psychotherapist, MUKCP
Hi! I’m Kristen; a UKCP accredited Psychotherapist based in Stockton-On-Tees. My office is wheelchair accessible, vibrant and welcoming. I am experienced in working with both children and adults and I am qualified to work with a range of difficulties. My specialities include: neurodiversity, attachment, trauma, sexual abuse, domestic violence and disability/chronic illness.
Hi! I’m Kristen; a UKCP accredited Psychotherapist based in Stockton-On-Tees. My office is wheelchair accessible, vibrant and welcoming. I am experienced in working with both children and adults and I am qualified to work with a range of difficulties. My specialities include: neurodiversity, attachment, trauma, sexual abuse, domestic violence and disability/chronic illness.
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Tees Therapy
Psychotherapist, MBABCP
2 Endorsed
Online Only
Emotional suffering can easily lead to us feeling overwhelmed, isolated, and exhausted, affecting our daily lives and overall well-being. If this sounds like you, remember that help is available. I'm Lucy, a BABCP accredited Cognitive Behavioural Therapist trained in EMDR and DBT with over 15 years of experience in clinical practice. Although I work with a range of conditions, including Depression and Anxiety, I have a specialist interest in working with individuals struggling with Trauma and Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD).
Emotional suffering can easily lead to us feeling overwhelmed, isolated, and exhausted, affecting our daily lives and overall well-being. If this sounds like you, remember that help is available. I'm Lucy, a BABCP accredited Cognitive Behavioural Therapist trained in EMDR and DBT with over 15 years of experience in clinical practice. Although I work with a range of conditions, including Depression and Anxiety, I have a specialist interest in working with individuals struggling with Trauma and Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD).
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Lisa Moorhouse
Counsellor, BACP
1 Endorsed
Hi, I am a qualified counsellor and ultimately I would like to provide a safe and non judgemental place for you to explore any difficulties you may be experiencing. My passion is to help people build resilience and to thrive and develop coping strategies to manage their presenting issues.
Hi, I am a qualified counsellor and ultimately I would like to provide a safe and non judgemental place for you to explore any difficulties you may be experiencing. My passion is to help people build resilience and to thrive and develop coping strategies to manage their presenting issues.
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Jan Reeve
Psychotherapist, MUKCP
Hello, I’m Jan…welcome! As an experienced psychotherapist and counsellor, I've helped many people over the years, both individuals and couples, with a wide range of issues. I am pleased to offer Face to Face sessions, or online using Zoom, or telephone, where you can be in your own surroundings wherever you may live. "I saw Jan for 6 months and cannot recommend her enough. She is incredibly supportive, professional, and non-judgmental. Jan enabled me to learn about myself and action the changes needed with reduced fear and anxiety. I am very grateful to have worked with Jan, I felt truly seen, heard and safe with her."
Hello, I’m Jan…welcome! As an experienced psychotherapist and counsellor, I've helped many people over the years, both individuals and couples, with a wide range of issues. I am pleased to offer Face to Face sessions, or online using Zoom, or telephone, where you can be in your own surroundings wherever you may live. "I saw Jan for 6 months and cannot recommend her enough. She is incredibly supportive, professional, and non-judgmental. Jan enabled me to learn about myself and action the changes needed with reduced fear and anxiety. I am very grateful to have worked with Jan, I felt truly seen, heard and safe with her."
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Dr Lindsey Nicholson
Psychologist, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
I am a HCPC Registered Clinical Psychologist. I have 25 years of NHS and private healthcare experience. I have many years experience of treating a wide array of psychological difficulties, from day to day worries to complex psychological conditions. I provide safe and effective highly specialised psychological assessment and therapy which is tailored to your specific needs. I am highly experienced in using a variety of evidence-based psychological therapies for which I have received doctoral specialist training. I can help you to understand your difficulties and develop ways to move forward.
I am a HCPC Registered Clinical Psychologist. I have 25 years of NHS and private healthcare experience. I have many years experience of treating a wide array of psychological difficulties, from day to day worries to complex psychological conditions. I provide safe and effective highly specialised psychological assessment and therapy which is tailored to your specific needs. I am highly experienced in using a variety of evidence-based psychological therapies for which I have received doctoral specialist training. I can help you to understand your difficulties and develop ways to move forward.
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Photo of Yekaterina Ritchie - Tees Valley Therapy Space, Counsellor, MBACP
Together, we can turn challenges into strength. You may be living with anxiety, low mood, self-doubt, low confidence, or feeling stuck in patterns that repeat despite your best intentions. Perhaps you are navigating a major life transition, grieving a loss, or carrying the weight of unresolved past trauma. At Tees Valley Therapy Space, I provide a confidential, safe, and non-judgmental environment to explore your feelings and experiences. You will receive validation, understanding, and empathy. Here, we’ll work together to uncover your strengths, build resilience and healthy coping strategies, and move forward with confidence.
Together, we can turn challenges into strength. You may be living with anxiety, low mood, self-doubt, low confidence, or feeling stuck in patterns that repeat despite your best intentions. Perhaps you are navigating a major life transition, grieving a loss, or carrying the weight of unresolved past trauma. At Tees Valley Therapy Space, I provide a confidential, safe, and non-judgmental environment to explore your feelings and experiences. You will receive validation, understanding, and empathy. Here, we’ll work together to uncover your strengths, build resilience and healthy coping strategies, and move forward with confidence.
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Elevate Wellbeing
Counsellor, MBACP
1 Endorsed
I’m a qualified and compassionate counsellor. My practice provides a safe, calm and non-judgemental space where clients can explore their thoughts, feelings and experiences at their own pace. I use an integrative approach which means that I draw on a range of therapeutic methods to suit your unique needs and experiences. I appreciate that everyone processes and learns differently, which is why I take a flexible, collaborative approach to find what works best for you and supports your personal growth. British Association of Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) member, committed to providing professional & ethical support.
I’m a qualified and compassionate counsellor. My practice provides a safe, calm and non-judgemental space where clients can explore their thoughts, feelings and experiences at their own pace. I use an integrative approach which means that I draw on a range of therapeutic methods to suit your unique needs and experiences. I appreciate that everyone processes and learns differently, which is why I take a flexible, collaborative approach to find what works best for you and supports your personal growth. British Association of Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) member, committed to providing professional & ethical support.
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Isla Collinge
Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
I'm Isla, I am a highly trained and experienced Psychotherapeutic counsellor working both face to face and online. Choosing a therapist can be difficult so I suggest an initial call to discuss your needs and expectations. I work with people who are seeking support and change, this could be for a variety of reasons but ultimately, if the challenges of life have become overwhelming, talking therapy is a good start. As a warm and empathetic therapist, I create a safe and non-judgmental space for you to explore your thoughts, feelings, and experiences at your own pace.
I'm Isla, I am a highly trained and experienced Psychotherapeutic counsellor working both face to face and online. Choosing a therapist can be difficult so I suggest an initial call to discuss your needs and expectations. I work with people who are seeking support and change, this could be for a variety of reasons but ultimately, if the challenges of life have become overwhelming, talking therapy is a good start. As a warm and empathetic therapist, I create a safe and non-judgmental space for you to explore your thoughts, feelings, and experiences at your own pace.
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Debra Baker-Heriot
Psychotherapist, MSc, MUKCP
Whatever you may be having difficulty with in life I offer non-judgemental support to help explore it with you. I understand it can feel scary to think about contacting & talking to someone & I would hope to help you feel okay & safe in our initial chat. I'm an experienced psychotherapist & counsellor & we can work out together whether I'm the right therapist for you. I offer support for many issues including feelings of anxiety, low mood, bereavement, loss, trauma, depresssion, relationships, life transitions, or feeling empty in life. Counselling can be about seeking clarity, personal growth or working through confusing feelings.
Whatever you may be having difficulty with in life I offer non-judgemental support to help explore it with you. I understand it can feel scary to think about contacting & talking to someone & I would hope to help you feel okay & safe in our initial chat. I'm an experienced psychotherapist & counsellor & we can work out together whether I'm the right therapist for you. I offer support for many issues including feelings of anxiety, low mood, bereavement, loss, trauma, depresssion, relationships, life transitions, or feeling empty in life. Counselling can be about seeking clarity, personal growth or working through confusing feelings.
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Raj Muirhead
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBACP Accred
I am an experienced psychotherapist and have worked with a wide range of complex trauma, abuse, loss, work related stress and mental health issues. I have an integrative approach to my work and tailor the work to suit your needs. I have a strong belief in every individual being able to manage themselves with the appropriate resources and being able to change the repeating negative patterns or behaviours in their lives, personal and work relationships.
I am an experienced psychotherapist and have worked with a wide range of complex trauma, abuse, loss, work related stress and mental health issues. I have an integrative approach to my work and tailor the work to suit your needs. I have a strong belief in every individual being able to manage themselves with the appropriate resources and being able to change the repeating negative patterns or behaviours in their lives, personal and work relationships.
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Nick Shallow
Psychotherapist, MUKCP
I believe therapy gives people a regular and confidential space to talk about their worries, problems or a chance to explore more about themselves; to gain a new or different perspective. This can lead to positive and proactive changes in how they feel about themselves, their relationships, as well as future-proofing their thinking and behaviour. I am a UKCP accredited Integrative Psychotherapist and also a UKCP Accredited Integartive Child Psychotherapeutic Counsellor. I have worked with children and adults since 2017.
I believe therapy gives people a regular and confidential space to talk about their worries, problems or a chance to explore more about themselves; to gain a new or different perspective. This can lead to positive and proactive changes in how they feel about themselves, their relationships, as well as future-proofing their thinking and behaviour. I am a UKCP accredited Integrative Psychotherapist and also a UKCP Accredited Integartive Child Psychotherapeutic Counsellor. I have worked with children and adults since 2017.
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Alison Louise Doherty
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBACP Accred
Serves Area
One of the things I love about EMDR is that it puts you, the client, in control, (something we may not have had very much of when our traumas were taking place). EMDR does not delete memories but simply changes the way painful memories are stored, so that when we think about them, they no longer trigger negative emotions or sensations. As my mother once said, you can go around it, under it or over it but at some point, you must go through it. I wish you strength and healing on your journey.
One of the things I love about EMDR is that it puts you, the client, in control, (something we may not have had very much of when our traumas were taking place). EMDR does not delete memories but simply changes the way painful memories are stored, so that when we think about them, they no longer trigger negative emotions or sensations. As my mother once said, you can go around it, under it or over it but at some point, you must go through it. I wish you strength and healing on your journey.
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Sharon Temple
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Hi im Sharon. I offer a warm non-judgemental space where you can explore and express what's troubling you. Sometimes you might become stuck and not really know why or how to change your situation. At other times you might be looking for someone to provide support because of something specific.
Hi im Sharon. I offer a warm non-judgemental space where you can explore and express what's troubling you. Sometimes you might become stuck and not really know why or how to change your situation. At other times you might be looking for someone to provide support because of something specific.
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Claire Hesketh
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBACP
Serves Area
Hello I’m Claire I am a specialist Child & Adolescent Psychotherapist. After a lengthy NHS career I am now working privately. I am qualified to work with children from 4 to 18. I also work with adults with a range of concerns many of which originate in childhood. Offering a safe nurturing relationship is at the heart of my practice and any concern you have is important. I am well qualified to support you. I hold a Master of Science in Child Psychotherapy, a Diploma & Post Graduate Diploma in Psychotherapy and a Diploma in Child Psychotherapeutic Counselling .
Hello I’m Claire I am a specialist Child & Adolescent Psychotherapist. After a lengthy NHS career I am now working privately. I am qualified to work with children from 4 to 18. I also work with adults with a range of concerns many of which originate in childhood. Offering a safe nurturing relationship is at the heart of my practice and any concern you have is important. I am well qualified to support you. I hold a Master of Science in Child Psychotherapy, a Diploma & Post Graduate Diploma in Psychotherapy and a Diploma in Child Psychotherapeutic Counselling .
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Dr Abi Tarran-Jones
Psychologist, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Serves Area
I am a Clinical Psychologist and I offer outdoor therapy in a natural setting, as well as traditional sessions in a clinic. My approach is based on developing a caring and compassionate therapeutic relationship with you, as this is the most active ingredient for effective therapy. I deliver outdoor therapy as nature is healing for our mental and physical health and wellbeing. Through nature we can learn more about ourselves and how we want to live our lives. And the natural environment can offer us tools to enhance the therapeutic work. You can choose whether you prefer the comfort of the indoors or the freedom of the outdoors!
I am a Clinical Psychologist and I offer outdoor therapy in a natural setting, as well as traditional sessions in a clinic. My approach is based on developing a caring and compassionate therapeutic relationship with you, as this is the most active ingredient for effective therapy. I deliver outdoor therapy as nature is healing for our mental and physical health and wellbeing. Through nature we can learn more about ourselves and how we want to live our lives. And the natural environment can offer us tools to enhance the therapeutic work. You can choose whether you prefer the comfort of the indoors or the freedom of the outdoors!
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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.