Alcohol Use Counselling in Wakefield
Hello I’m really glad you’re here.
I’m an integrative therapist with a strong background in psychology and over 15 years of experience supporting people through a wide range of emotional difficulties.
Alongside my academic training, I have also trained in EMDR, somatic approaches, and psychodynamic therapy. This allows me to work not only through talking, but also by gently exploring how your experiences may be held in your body, as well as understanding how past experiences and unconscious patterns may be shaping your present thoughts, feelings, and relationships. This can be especially helpful when working with trauma, anxiety,
Hello I’m really glad you’re here.
I’m an integrative therapist with a strong background in psychology and over 15 years of experience supporting people through a wide range of emotional difficulties.
Alongside my academic training, I have also trained in EMDR, somatic approaches, and psychodynamic therapy. This allows me to work not only through talking, but also by gently exploring how your experiences may be held in your body, as well as understanding how past experiences and unconscious patterns may be shaping your present thoughts, feelings, and relationships. This can be especially helpful when working with trauma, anxiety,
Hi, I'm Debbie, a Registered Psychologist based across North Leeds and Wakefield. I have 13 years experience working with people suffering with mental health difficulties. I offer a compassionate and caring approach within therapy and believe in order to help someone it is important we have a positive therapeutic relationship. I have worked with people who struggle with intense emotions which may have led them to experience self injurious and/or suicidal thoughts or behaviours. I aim to provide space where people can feel they can discuss issues causing them difficulty and aim to work alongside them to achieve their goals.
Hi, I'm Debbie, a Registered Psychologist based across North Leeds and Wakefield. I have 13 years experience working with people suffering with mental health difficulties. I offer a compassionate and caring approach within therapy and believe in order to help someone it is important we have a positive therapeutic relationship. I have worked with people who struggle with intense emotions which may have led them to experience self injurious and/or suicidal thoughts or behaviours. I aim to provide space where people can feel they can discuss issues causing them difficulty and aim to work alongside them to achieve their goals.
Hi. At times we are challenged in life and we may need help to work through the issues that can affect us. Whatever we are experiencing, it can impact on our whole life greatly. At times admitting we need help can be a long and hard journey and just getting to this point of looking for a therapist means you’ve addressed so much already and that you wish to take the next step. It's finding the right therapist for you, just like any other relationship is how you connect that enables you to feel safe and be open so you can work through your issues. So take your time to find the right one as that relationship can help you so much.
Hi. At times we are challenged in life and we may need help to work through the issues that can affect us. Whatever we are experiencing, it can impact on our whole life greatly. At times admitting we need help can be a long and hard journey and just getting to this point of looking for a therapist means you’ve addressed so much already and that you wish to take the next step. It's finding the right therapist for you, just like any other relationship is how you connect that enables you to feel safe and be open so you can work through your issues. So take your time to find the right one as that relationship can help you so much.
I adopt a pluralistic approach, which involves integrating multiple therapeutic methods. As a pluralistic counsellor, I follow a client-centred approach, prioritising your counselling goals. Working closely with my client, I tailor my approach to meet their needs and preferences rather than strictly adhering to a specific theoretical framework.
I adopt a pluralistic approach, which involves integrating multiple therapeutic methods. As a pluralistic counsellor, I follow a client-centred approach, prioritising your counselling goals. Working closely with my client, I tailor my approach to meet their needs and preferences rather than strictly adhering to a specific theoretical framework.
I am Marco, a fully qualified counsellor and registered with BACP.
Finding the right support is a courageous first step. Whether you are navigating the complexities of a partnership or working through the internal weight of past experiences, I provide a compassionate, evidence-based space to help you rediscover balance. With rich clinical experience, my practice focuses on helping individuals and couples move from a state of "surviving" to "thriving."
I specialize in supporting clients through intricate mental health landscapes and relationship dynamics: Couples Counselling, Neurodiversity & Mental Health, • • Emotional Resilience
I am Marco, a fully qualified counsellor and registered with BACP.
Finding the right support is a courageous first step. Whether you are navigating the complexities of a partnership or working through the internal weight of past experiences, I provide a compassionate, evidence-based space to help you rediscover balance. With rich clinical experience, my practice focuses on helping individuals and couples move from a state of "surviving" to "thriving."
I specialize in supporting clients through intricate mental health landscapes and relationship dynamics: Couples Counselling, Neurodiversity & Mental Health, • • Emotional Resilience
Thank you for taking the time to look at my profile. We all need support in life and at times, we reach out to therapy to provide us with that support. Therapy can help us to understand complex emotions, behaviours, or to learn more about ourselves. Sometimes it is just nice to talk to someone who is hearing and feeling what is going on for you. I can offer you a non-judgemental space to explore whatever it is you need support with. Together, we can work through your fears, your difficult memories or whatever is hindering you in life.
Thank you for taking the time to look at my profile. We all need support in life and at times, we reach out to therapy to provide us with that support. Therapy can help us to understand complex emotions, behaviours, or to learn more about ourselves. Sometimes it is just nice to talk to someone who is hearing and feeling what is going on for you. I can offer you a non-judgemental space to explore whatever it is you need support with. Together, we can work through your fears, your difficult memories or whatever is hindering you in life.
Welcome to my page. I look forward to helping you establish your goal in therapy and working on how we can reach this together. I will then support you in your journey towards or achieving or maintaining improved mental health and emotional wellbeing.
Welcome to my page. I look forward to helping you establish your goal in therapy and working on how we can reach this together. I will then support you in your journey towards or achieving or maintaining improved mental health and emotional wellbeing.
Counselling That Fits Your Life.
I offer face to face and online counselling sessions to individuals and couples, so you can choose what feels right for you.
Counselling gives you the space to make sense of thoughts and feelings that may feel overwhelming, painful, or confusing. I provide a calm, confidential space where you can explore what’s going on, without judgement or pressure.
Together, we can begin to understand how past experiences may be affecting your present, and start working towards change that feels right for you. This process often leads to a deeper sense of self-understanding and more clarity in the way forward.
Counselling That Fits Your Life.
I offer face to face and online counselling sessions to individuals and couples, so you can choose what feels right for you.
Counselling gives you the space to make sense of thoughts and feelings that may feel overwhelming, painful, or confusing. I provide a calm, confidential space where you can explore what’s going on, without judgement or pressure.
Together, we can begin to understand how past experiences may be affecting your present, and start working towards change that feels right for you. This process often leads to a deeper sense of self-understanding and more clarity in the way forward.
Hi, my name is Anna. I offer a warm, supportive, and non-judgemental therapeutic space. I support clients with a range of emotional and psychological challenges, adapting the work to each person’s individual needs and pace.
I draw on a variety of therapeutic approaches to provide flexible and responsive support. Alongside my work in addiction, I also help people navigate stress, anxiety, anger, shame, loss, feeling lost, and life transitions.
We will work collaboratively, at a pace that feels right for you, to help you develop a kinder understanding of yourself, strengthen resilience, and move towards meaningful, realistic change.
Hi, my name is Anna. I offer a warm, supportive, and non-judgemental therapeutic space. I support clients with a range of emotional and psychological challenges, adapting the work to each person’s individual needs and pace.
I draw on a variety of therapeutic approaches to provide flexible and responsive support. Alongside my work in addiction, I also help people navigate stress, anxiety, anger, shame, loss, feeling lost, and life transitions.
We will work collaboratively, at a pace that feels right for you, to help you develop a kinder understanding of yourself, strengthen resilience, and move towards meaningful, realistic change.
I work as a Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner. I have experience assessing and assisting people with mental health conditions and hidden disabilities within their workplaces. I have specialist knowledge and experience in Personality Disorder, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy and Acceptance & Commitment Therapy. I follow the BACP code of ethics. This means that I work with honesty, integrity, mission, and values. I offer Counselling and Psychotherapy on a short- and long-term basis using Person-centered therapeutic Approach. I work with Young People, Couple in Relationship, Families, Domestic Violence, SPIP.
I work as a Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner. I have experience assessing and assisting people with mental health conditions and hidden disabilities within their workplaces. I have specialist knowledge and experience in Personality Disorder, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy and Acceptance & Commitment Therapy. I follow the BACP code of ethics. This means that I work with honesty, integrity, mission, and values. I offer Counselling and Psychotherapy on a short- and long-term basis using Person-centered therapeutic Approach. I work with Young People, Couple in Relationship, Families, Domestic Violence, SPIP.
You may be feeling anxious, low, overwhelmed, or stuck, unsure why life feels hard. You might be searching for understanding, hoping to improve relationships, gain clarity, or feel more at ease in yourself. Therapy can offer a safe, supportive space to explore your thoughts and feelings, uncover new perspectives, reflect on what matters most, and develop practical ways to navigate life’s challenges with greater confidence and peace of mind. Everyone is welcome here, and all aspects of who you are are seen and valued, including neurodiversity and LGBTQIA+ identities.
You may be feeling anxious, low, overwhelmed, or stuck, unsure why life feels hard. You might be searching for understanding, hoping to improve relationships, gain clarity, or feel more at ease in yourself. Therapy can offer a safe, supportive space to explore your thoughts and feelings, uncover new perspectives, reflect on what matters most, and develop practical ways to navigate life’s challenges with greater confidence and peace of mind. Everyone is welcome here, and all aspects of who you are are seen and valued, including neurodiversity and LGBTQIA+ identities.
I am an Integrative Counsellor, this means that I can alter my way of working to better suit my client's personal needs. Working this way means that I can bring different skills and theories into session that I feel my client may benefit from rather sticking to just one counselling theory. I believe that a counselling journey needs to as unique as the person embarking on it. The aim of my counselling service is to help people work towards a brighter future, one step at a time. When working on your mental health, people think of this long scary process, what I aim to do is break this journey down into steps, keeping you in control.
I am an Integrative Counsellor, this means that I can alter my way of working to better suit my client's personal needs. Working this way means that I can bring different skills and theories into session that I feel my client may benefit from rather sticking to just one counselling theory. I believe that a counselling journey needs to as unique as the person embarking on it. The aim of my counselling service is to help people work towards a brighter future, one step at a time. When working on your mental health, people think of this long scary process, what I aim to do is break this journey down into steps, keeping you in control.
I'm Chris and I'm a counsellor, psychotherapist, and supervisor, and work with people who want to improve their lives and feel better. Has your life become unmanageable? Are you experiencing emotional overwhelm? Are you experiencing relationship problems, or do you feel alone with no one to share your difficulties with? Are you experiencing concerns such as bereavement or loss of a relationship? Have you experienced traumatic events? Have you experienced childhood abuse or neglect? Or, are you a victim of domestic violence? I have experience in helping people in the above and more. Therapy can completely change your life.
I'm Chris and I'm a counsellor, psychotherapist, and supervisor, and work with people who want to improve their lives and feel better. Has your life become unmanageable? Are you experiencing emotional overwhelm? Are you experiencing relationship problems, or do you feel alone with no one to share your difficulties with? Are you experiencing concerns such as bereavement or loss of a relationship? Have you experienced traumatic events? Have you experienced childhood abuse or neglect? Or, are you a victim of domestic violence? I have experience in helping people in the above and more. Therapy can completely change your life.
My name is Sarah, I provide over 18's counselling at an affordable rate. I use different counselling theories and models to suit the need of the person. I'm DBS checked, and cover a vast of presenting issues you may have including anxiety, depression, suicidal ideation, self harming, addictions, and so much more. Free assessment provided. Working for you and creating a safe, confidential environment for you to work with your thoughts and feelings.
My name is Sarah, I provide over 18's counselling at an affordable rate. I use different counselling theories and models to suit the need of the person. I'm DBS checked, and cover a vast of presenting issues you may have including anxiety, depression, suicidal ideation, self harming, addictions, and so much more. Free assessment provided. Working for you and creating a safe, confidential environment for you to work with your thoughts and feelings.
If you're feeling stuck, low, overwhelmed, or disconnected, West Psychological Services can help. Our team supports people coping with depression, anxiety, dissociation, and PTSD symptoms such as intrusive memories and difficulty trusting others. We'll work with you to understand how your past may be shaping your relationships and how you see yourself. With personal experience of a late ADHD diagnosis, our director Jo is passionate about supporting those who are neurodivergent or exploring whether ADHD may be relevant. We also offer a range of assessments to help you understand yourself, including ADHD and PTSD assessments.
If you're feeling stuck, low, overwhelmed, or disconnected, West Psychological Services can help. Our team supports people coping with depression, anxiety, dissociation, and PTSD symptoms such as intrusive memories and difficulty trusting others. We'll work with you to understand how your past may be shaping your relationships and how you see yourself. With personal experience of a late ADHD diagnosis, our director Jo is passionate about supporting those who are neurodivergent or exploring whether ADHD may be relevant. We also offer a range of assessments to help you understand yourself, including ADHD and PTSD assessments.
Most clients contact us with surface negative symptoms or challenges. Every client is totally unique, therefore our truly one-off, made-to-measure approach is needed and always provided. Most clients help us to slowly identify the real current trigger(s), creating the negative presenting symptoms or challenges. Finally, our last step in helping you gain a positive, confident and happier future, is to discover your deepest root causes, which created the very first trigger(s). To put it simply, our driving force from day one is to help you quickly ensure you gain much improved: thinking, feeling and behaviour.
Most clients contact us with surface negative symptoms or challenges. Every client is totally unique, therefore our truly one-off, made-to-measure approach is needed and always provided. Most clients help us to slowly identify the real current trigger(s), creating the negative presenting symptoms or challenges. Finally, our last step in helping you gain a positive, confident and happier future, is to discover your deepest root causes, which created the very first trigger(s). To put it simply, our driving force from day one is to help you quickly ensure you gain much improved: thinking, feeling and behaviour.
Do you struggle to overcome loss or grieve after a bereavement? Is worry, overthinking, anxiety or depression stopping you? Are you stuck in your life or relationship and need to find a way to move forward or do you seem to have lost sight of each other? Perhaps you struggle to find the motivation, or simply want to talk about anything your would to change or understand. Then why not give counselling, hypnotherapy or coaching with me a chance.
Do you struggle to overcome loss or grieve after a bereavement? Is worry, overthinking, anxiety or depression stopping you? Are you stuck in your life or relationship and need to find a way to move forward or do you seem to have lost sight of each other? Perhaps you struggle to find the motivation, or simply want to talk about anything your would to change or understand. Then why not give counselling, hypnotherapy or coaching with me a chance.
Hi there, my name's Odin. The idea of counselling can be pretty unsettling. But you've probably done the hardest part already - you're here and you've accepted the possibility you might need some help with whatever's going on for you. That's already a really big and brave step. If you decide you might like to work with me, then we can safely and confidentially, with respect, compassion, empathy and gentle honesty, have a look at whatever's concerning you. Whatever it is, however hard it feels, I'm here if you want to look at it together.
Hi there, my name's Odin. The idea of counselling can be pretty unsettling. But you've probably done the hardest part already - you're here and you've accepted the possibility you might need some help with whatever's going on for you. That's already a really big and brave step. If you decide you might like to work with me, then we can safely and confidentially, with respect, compassion, empathy and gentle honesty, have a look at whatever's concerning you. Whatever it is, however hard it feels, I'm here if you want to look at it together.
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I’m Richy, a BACP-registered counsellor working one-to-one online with adults and trainees. I can support those experiencing a wide range of issues, including anxiety, depression, addiction, bereavement, trauma and attachment-related problems. I have had extensive experience in counselling the general public in organisations providing low-cost counselling services, in a psychiatric hospital setting and substance misuse clients, in addition to other transferable experience gained from a lengthy career in supporting people in other roles. I can provide therapy on either a short or long-term basis, depending on my client's needs.
I’m Richy, a BACP-registered counsellor working one-to-one online with adults and trainees. I can support those experiencing a wide range of issues, including anxiety, depression, addiction, bereavement, trauma and attachment-related problems. I have had extensive experience in counselling the general public in organisations providing low-cost counselling services, in a psychiatric hospital setting and substance misuse clients, in addition to other transferable experience gained from a lengthy career in supporting people in other roles. I can provide therapy on either a short or long-term basis, depending on my client's needs.
I have always been aware of, and interested in, the relationship between emotional and physical well-being. It is now widely acknowledged that the state of our mind and emotions impacts on our physical being, with our bodies expressing emotional distress as some form of ill health or disease. It is not uncommon for unwanted behaviours like smoking, drinking or eating to excess, or other forms of compulsive and addictive behaviours, to become problematic when emotional issues and psychological trauma are not addressed effectively and our needs are not met in balance.
I have always been aware of, and interested in, the relationship between emotional and physical well-being. It is now widely acknowledged that the state of our mind and emotions impacts on our physical being, with our bodies expressing emotional distress as some form of ill health or disease. It is not uncommon for unwanted behaviours like smoking, drinking or eating to excess, or other forms of compulsive and addictive behaviours, to become problematic when emotional issues and psychological trauma are not addressed effectively and our needs are not met in balance.
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Alcohol Use Counsellors
Are there specific medications for alcohol use?
There are oral medications approved to treat alcohol use disorder—such as disulfiram, acamprosate, and naltrexone, which also comes in an injectable form. These medications do help people reduce their drinking as well as avoid the problem of relapse. Naltrexone helps reduce cravings, disulfiram can make a person feel sick when they drink, and acamprosate may help ease symptoms like poor sleep and anxious feelings.
How do alcohol recovery or rehabilitation programs work?
In inpatient programs, individuals live in a facility with other patients in recovery; in outpatient programs,individuals live at home. These facilities are staffed with healthcare professionals including physicians, nurses, psychologists, counselors, and psychotherapists. Staff can also include people who have recovered themselves, serving as mentors and guides. These programs may use abstinence, harm reduction, detoxification, psychotherapy, and other tools for recovery.
How do 12-step programs combined with psychotherapy work?
Members of 12-step programs help each other reach abstinence and work to maintain it. These programs promote complete change in the individual’s emotional, mental, physical, and even spiritual perspectives. Some programs require that new members attend 90 meetings in 90 days. Many people do attend these programs in conjunction with their work in psychotherapy; the combination of therapy along with 12-step can be extremely effective.
How does harm reduction combined with psychotherapy work?
According to the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration, harm reduction prevents death, injury, disease, overdose, and substance misuse. People who choose harm reduction for alcohol use reduce the amount of alcohol they intake. It is not abstinence-based like a 12-step program, but combining harm reduction with psychotherapy proves to be effective for many people.