Addiction Counselling in Woodstock

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Therapy Barn
Counsellor, BACP
Online Only
I work with adults presenting with a range of mental health difficulties, including addiction, trauma, depression, generalised anxiety disorder, stress-related difficulties, obsessive–compulsive disorder (OCD), relationship issues, loss and change, anger management and emotional regulation.
A qualified relational counsellor working in private practice. I practise as an integrative counsellor, drawing on a range of therapeutic approaches including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Transactional Analysis (TA), person-centred, and psychodynamic modalities. This integrative approach enables me to tailor therapy to the individual needs of clients
I work with adults presenting with a range of mental health difficulties, including addiction, trauma, depression, generalised anxiety disorder, stress-related difficulties, obsessive–compulsive disorder (OCD), relationship issues, loss and change, anger management and emotional regulation.
A qualified relational counsellor working in private practice. I practise as an integrative counsellor, drawing on a range of therapeutic approaches including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Transactional Analysis (TA), person-centred, and psychodynamic modalities. This integrative approach enables me to tailor therapy to the individual needs of clients
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Dr Chloé Donohue
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Couns. Psych.
Online Only
I believe that each person is unique. Therefore, therapy needs to be tailored to the individual. Some people may prefer an open space for them to talk, taking the time to reflect on their experiences, whereas others may need something more structured, with the hope of learning effective coping strategies. Some may want a bit of both. There is not a one size fits all. I draw from evidence-based modalities of therapy, such as CBT, DBT, Psychodynamic, and Person-Centered to create a therapeutic plan tailored to the client and their goals. I also offer neurodevelopmental and psychological assessments, such as ADHD.
I believe that each person is unique. Therefore, therapy needs to be tailored to the individual. Some people may prefer an open space for them to talk, taking the time to reflect on their experiences, whereas others may need something more structured, with the hope of learning effective coping strategies. Some may want a bit of both. There is not a one size fits all. I draw from evidence-based modalities of therapy, such as CBT, DBT, Psychodynamic, and Person-Centered to create a therapeutic plan tailored to the client and their goals. I also offer neurodevelopmental and psychological assessments, such as ADHD.
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Rose Tyler
Counsellor, MA, MBACP
Serves Area
Hello and welcome to my profile page. I understand that sometimes it can be difficult to talk to friends and relatives about how you're feeling; I offer a non-judgmental, confidential space in which you can explore your experiences and discuss problems and difficulties. Let's find a way forward together.
Hello and welcome to my profile page. I understand that sometimes it can be difficult to talk to friends and relatives about how you're feeling; I offer a non-judgmental, confidential space in which you can explore your experiences and discuss problems and difficulties. Let's find a way forward together.
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Randy Ulland
Psychotherapist, MUKCP
Serves Area
I am an integrative psychotherapist with a primary training in Psychosynthesis and secondary trainings in Sensorimotor Psychotherapy (Certified Practitioner), Internal Family Systems Psychotherapy (Levels 1-2) and EMDR (Levels 1-3). Drawing on the body, long history with Buddhist psychology and meditation practice, and over 12 years experience working with complex trauma in therapeutic communities in the NHS and the prison system, I work to help people reframe mental health difficulties as psychospiritual opportunities to deepen our relationships and maximise our potential.
I am an integrative psychotherapist with a primary training in Psychosynthesis and secondary trainings in Sensorimotor Psychotherapy (Certified Practitioner), Internal Family Systems Psychotherapy (Levels 1-2) and EMDR (Levels 1-3). Drawing on the body, long history with Buddhist psychology and meditation practice, and over 12 years experience working with complex trauma in therapeutic communities in the NHS and the prison system, I work to help people reframe mental health difficulties as psychospiritual opportunities to deepen our relationships and maximise our potential.
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Carole Green
Psychotherapist, DCounsPsych, MBACP Accred
Serves Area
Not accepting new clients
Some of my areas of expertise include loss and bereavement, anxiety, depression, self harm, relationships and families, trauma / PTSD, sexual / domestic abuse, addictions ( drug, alcohol, internet).
As an integrative counsellor / therapist. I weave many theories such as gestalt, Transactional analysis, CBT, psychodynamic analysis and grief models into my practice as no one client is the same, we are all unique. I enjoy working with adults and young people either face to face, on-line or via telephone. The sessions can be short term or long term.
Some of my areas of expertise include loss and bereavement, anxiety, depression, self harm, relationships and families, trauma / PTSD, sexual / domestic abuse, addictions ( drug, alcohol, internet).
As an integrative counsellor / therapist. I weave many theories such as gestalt, Transactional analysis, CBT, psychodynamic analysis and grief models into my practice as no one client is the same, we are all unique. I enjoy working with adults and young people either face to face, on-line or via telephone. The sessions can be short term or long term.
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Rebecca Dalton -Motivating Minds
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Oxford OX2
Are you or a loved one self-medicating by drinking or using substances?
I offer step-by-step therapy and ADHD/ life coaching. My specialities include working with people experiencing addiction/dependency, social anxiety and depression, low self-esteem, ADHD and lack of motivation. I also offer guidance and support to concerned friends and family.
Are you or a loved one self-medicating by drinking or using substances?
I offer step-by-step therapy and ADHD/ life coaching. My specialities include working with people experiencing addiction/dependency, social anxiety and depression, low self-esteem, ADHD and lack of motivation. I also offer guidance and support to concerned friends and family.
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Principal and Owner Stewart Kennedy Counselling
Counsellor, MSc, MBACP
Serves Area
As well as having both the relevant academic and professional qualifications, I am a highly experienced substance abuse counsellor with a Master’s degree in Addiction Psychology & Counselling.
For me, the two key tenets of any therapeutic relationship are the swift estalishment of rapport and trust in a safe setting. sI use a range of appropriate counselling techniques that will be adjusted to suit the client's individual needs in general. Highly empathetic and person-centered. Working with people of all ages and backgrounds.
As well as having both the relevant academic and professional qualifications, I am a highly experienced substance abuse counsellor with a Master’s degree in Addiction Psychology & Counselling.
For me, the two key tenets of any therapeutic relationship are the swift estalishment of rapport and trust in a safe setting. sI use a range of appropriate counselling techniques that will be adjusted to suit the client's individual needs in general. Highly empathetic and person-centered. Working with people of all ages and backgrounds.
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Lucy Smith
Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
Reading RG8
Perhaps you're feeling anxious, overwhelmed, emotionally numb, stuck in a relationship that isn't serving you, or relying on alcohol or substances to cope.
I'm Lucy, an Integrative Counsellor specialising in addiction, domestic abuse and trauma. I also work with a range of concerns including anxiety, low mood, self-esteem, ADHD and emotional overwhelm. My aim is simple: to meet you where you are. I want you to feel heard, seen and understood, without judgement and without pressure to be anything other then you.
Perhaps you're feeling anxious, overwhelmed, emotionally numb, stuck in a relationship that isn't serving you, or relying on alcohol or substances to cope.
I'm Lucy, an Integrative Counsellor specialising in addiction, domestic abuse and trauma. I also work with a range of concerns including anxiety, low mood, self-esteem, ADHD and emotional overwhelm. My aim is simple: to meet you where you are. I want you to feel heard, seen and understood, without judgement and without pressure to be anything other then you.
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Jon Arber
Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
1 Endorsed
Bierton HP22
I'm a calm, supportive counsellor who works with issues including Trauma, Anxiety and Addiction.
I offer a calm, supportive and non-judgemental counselling for clients to feel safe and heard in sessions. I believe a strong therapeutic relationship built with trust, respect and understanding is an integral part of our work together, offering you a genuine and consistent supportive environment where you’re able to explore at your own pace.
I'm a calm, supportive counsellor who works with issues including Trauma, Anxiety and Addiction.
I offer a calm, supportive and non-judgemental counselling for clients to feel safe and heard in sessions. I believe a strong therapeutic relationship built with trust, respect and understanding is an integral part of our work together, offering you a genuine and consistent supportive environment where you’re able to explore at your own pace.
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Julian Reid Counselling
Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
I offer brief or long-term therapy to clients from all walks of life, supporting a wide range of issues including: addiction, alcoholism, anxiety, anger, relationships, identity crisis, life changes, self-esteem, stress, and loss of confidence.
Some people come to therapy with a specific ‘presenting issue’ that they wish to discuss, explore and resolve. Others are not so sure what it is that troubles them - but they do know that change of some sort is vital, and they would like that change to occur sooner rather than later. Some people come to therapy with great enthusiasm. Others (particularly those who see themselves as ‘fighters’ or ‘succeeders’) might feel embarrassed at the prospect of admitting their stuckness. Whatever your current life situation, allow me to reassure you that change is not only possible, but can often occur in just a few sessions.
I offer brief or long-term therapy to clients from all walks of life, supporting a wide range of issues including: addiction, alcoholism, anxiety, anger, relationships, identity crisis, life changes, self-esteem, stress, and loss of confidence.
Some people come to therapy with a specific ‘presenting issue’ that they wish to discuss, explore and resolve. Others are not so sure what it is that troubles them - but they do know that change of some sort is vital, and they would like that change to occur sooner rather than later. Some people come to therapy with great enthusiasm. Others (particularly those who see themselves as ‘fighters’ or ‘succeeders’) might feel embarrassed at the prospect of admitting their stuckness. Whatever your current life situation, allow me to reassure you that change is not only possible, but can often occur in just a few sessions.
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Richard Barker
Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
Oxford OX4
My specialisms include addiction, anxiety, depression, couples therapy, self esteem, bereavement, identity and trauma.
I offer counselling and therapeutic coaching. Clients will come to me with a range of problems and often feel some confusion and simply need to talk. In our work we will clarify the problem and see what is most challenging for you at the present time. We will discover where this confusion arises in the body and mind and begin to understand where it began: Perhaps this has been triggered in the past: by an environment, people, a person, upbringing etc. The work we do is compassionate and kind. My purpose is to help you find your way out of the confusion and suffering, so you can find purpose, meaning and peace in your life.
My specialisms include addiction, anxiety, depression, couples therapy, self esteem, bereavement, identity and trauma.
I offer counselling and therapeutic coaching. Clients will come to me with a range of problems and often feel some confusion and simply need to talk. In our work we will clarify the problem and see what is most challenging for you at the present time. We will discover where this confusion arises in the body and mind and begin to understand where it began: Perhaps this has been triggered in the past: by an environment, people, a person, upbringing etc. The work we do is compassionate and kind. My purpose is to help you find your way out of the confusion and suffering, so you can find purpose, meaning and peace in your life.
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Neil Philbin -Specialist Addiction Counsellor FDAP
Psychotherapist, BACP
Serves Area
I’m a qualified Addiction Counsellor with vast experience working with substance misuse and behavioural addictions in various different settings.
I offer integrative, evidence based addiction counselling methods including - Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Person Centred Counselling, Relapse Prevention, 12 Step facilitation and interpersonal attachment work around relationships and communication.
I’m a qualified Addiction Counsellor with vast experience working with substance misuse and behavioural addictions in various different settings.
I offer integrative, evidence based addiction counselling methods including - Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Person Centred Counselling, Relapse Prevention, 12 Step facilitation and interpersonal attachment work around relationships and communication.
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Dr Lee Martin
Psychotherapist, MA, MBACP Snr. Accred
Serves Area
Some of us have Grief, Trauma or Addiction that we just can’t seem to work through.
I am deeply committed to your healing, well-being and the development of you as a whole person: body, mind and spirit. I’m an Integrative Psychotherapist, which broadly means that I’m trained in lots of different approaches and modalities and techniques. I offer counselling for adults & adolescents, I also offer therapy from a Christian perspective.
Some of us have Grief, Trauma or Addiction that we just can’t seem to work through.
I am deeply committed to your healing, well-being and the development of you as a whole person: body, mind and spirit. I’m an Integrative Psychotherapist, which broadly means that I’m trained in lots of different approaches and modalities and techniques. I offer counselling for adults & adolescents, I also offer therapy from a Christian perspective.
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Hannah Ilori
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBACP
Online Only
I work with those who are dealing with anxiety and depression and the manifestations of them too such as eating disorders, addiction, relationship issues, and trauma.
Scrolling to find the right therapist? It's overwhelming, but my job is to make the process easier. I am a licensed Psychotherapist (MSc) who works with adults (18+) and specializes in relationships, anxiety, depression, trauma, coping with grief and loss, and eating disorders. Are you the kind of person who uses a smile to distract others from your pain? Then you're in the right place. I am here to facilitate you in creating your own bubble and safe space. I am curious to understand more about your own inner world since it looks so different for each of us. If you’re struggling please feel free to send me a message.
I work with those who are dealing with anxiety and depression and the manifestations of them too such as eating disorders, addiction, relationship issues, and trauma.
Scrolling to find the right therapist? It's overwhelming, but my job is to make the process easier. I am a licensed Psychotherapist (MSc) who works with adults (18+) and specializes in relationships, anxiety, depression, trauma, coping with grief and loss, and eating disorders. Are you the kind of person who uses a smile to distract others from your pain? Then you're in the right place. I am here to facilitate you in creating your own bubble and safe space. I am curious to understand more about your own inner world since it looks so different for each of us. If you’re struggling please feel free to send me a message.
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Rebecca Leakey
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBACP
Serves Area
You may be feeling stuck in patterns of anxiety, overwhelm, or low mood, or noticing how past experiences continue to affect your relationships, emotions or sense of safety. Trauma can leave the nervous system feeling constantly on edge, disconnected or caught in responses that are hard to shift alone. Therapy can offer a space to slow down, gently understand what’s happening beneath the surface and begin to feel safer and more grounded in yourself.
You may be feeling stuck in patterns of anxiety, overwhelm, or low mood, or noticing how past experiences continue to affect your relationships, emotions or sense of safety. Trauma can leave the nervous system feeling constantly on edge, disconnected or caught in responses that are hard to shift alone. Therapy can offer a space to slow down, gently understand what’s happening beneath the surface and begin to feel safer and more grounded in yourself.
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Louisa Woodford
Psychotherapist, DCounsPsych, MBACP
1 Endorsed
Aylesbury HP22
I work with anxiety and depression and have further experience in working with addiction and abuse.
As an integrative therapist I’m really interested in using my intuition to listen to what you need and employing different counselling approaches to work in a way that best suits you. I enjoy working collaboratively with you to find out what feels right for you and to gently build trust in each other. I support you to feel seen and heard.
I work with anxiety and depression and have further experience in working with addiction and abuse.
As an integrative therapist I’m really interested in using my intuition to listen to what you need and employing different counselling approaches to work in a way that best suits you. I enjoy working collaboratively with you to find out what feels right for you and to gently build trust in each other. I support you to feel seen and heard.
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LHR Therapy Ltd
Counsellor, MSc, MBACP
Heelands MK13
My experience also includes those with a previous history of substance misuse and trauma.
Over decades, my clinical work has been with individuals, couples, groups, and family therapy sessions – face to face and online. I am bilingual, offering therapy sessions in English and Portuguese. I have extensive knowledge of the Humanistic, Systemic approaches and Psychodynamic approaches.
My experience also includes those with a previous history of substance misuse and trauma.
Over decades, my clinical work has been with individuals, couples, groups, and family therapy sessions – face to face and online. I am bilingual, offering therapy sessions in English and Portuguese. I have extensive knowledge of the Humanistic, Systemic approaches and Psychodynamic approaches.
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Kath Attwood couples & Individual counsellor
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Serves Area
I work with couples and individuals exploring , anxiety , loss, trauma, betrayal , addiction, and so much more .
I offer a safe, calm and warming setting for you to explore your world and experiences life has shown you . For you to gain your own insights and clarity on your own life moving forward if you choose. For you to feel valued, and heard and often empowered to make choices if needed, and grow as the important individual that you are .
I work with couples and individuals exploring , anxiety , loss, trauma, betrayal , addiction, and so much more .
I offer a safe, calm and warming setting for you to explore your world and experiences life has shown you . For you to gain your own insights and clarity on your own life moving forward if you choose. For you to feel valued, and heard and often empowered to make choices if needed, and grow as the important individual that you are .
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Dawn Woosley
Counsellor, MBACP
Hi, Over the past 14 years,myself & my practice have helped individuals and couples with issues including: trauma, bereavement, generalized anxiety, depression, low self esteem, OCD, problem drinking and drug use, personality disorder, anger management, work-related stress, as well as many couples seeking help with relationship breakdowns, difficulties and changes.
support young adults, individuals and couples to help people make positive choices for change. we have experience in working with student issues, the impact of domestic and sexual violence, bereavement, anxiety, PTSD (including use of the Rewind technique), self-esteem, issues around pregnancy including infertility, termination, stillbirth and miscarriage.
Hi, Over the past 14 years,myself & my practice have helped individuals and couples with issues including: trauma, bereavement, generalized anxiety, depression, low self esteem, OCD, problem drinking and drug use, personality disorder, anger management, work-related stress, as well as many couples seeking help with relationship breakdowns, difficulties and changes.
support young adults, individuals and couples to help people make positive choices for change. we have experience in working with student issues, the impact of domestic and sexual violence, bereavement, anxiety, PTSD (including use of the Rewind technique), self-esteem, issues around pregnancy including infertility, termination, stillbirth and miscarriage.
01525 309853 View 01525 309853
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Daniel Watkinson
Counsellor, MBACP
Online Only
In a world where we are more connected than ever before, do you often find yourself feeling lonely? Do you ever feel restless, knowing something doesn’t quite feel right, but you’re not sure what the problem is? Maybe you know that an issue is affecting your life, but you don’t know where to begin in resolving it. If any of this sounds familiar, then together we'll look to identify the feelings, beliefs and memories that are specific to you, and find ways you can respond to these leaving you feeling calm, self-compassionate and more resolved.
In a world where we are more connected than ever before, do you often find yourself feeling lonely? Do you ever feel restless, knowing something doesn’t quite feel right, but you’re not sure what the problem is? Maybe you know that an issue is affecting your life, but you don’t know where to begin in resolving it. If any of this sounds familiar, then together we'll look to identify the feelings, beliefs and memories that are specific to you, and find ways you can respond to these leaving you feeling calm, self-compassionate and more resolved.
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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.