Addiction Counselling in Dumbarton
My work to date has been as a person centred counsellor and group worker within an addiction setting.
Counselling is about working together, providing a space for you to examine, explore and clarify where you are at present. To grow in self-awareness, not only about yourself, but also how you interact with others and in different environments. Finding a way forward in your life that has meaning and value to you. It will help you to address the ways that you think, feel and behave. It will assist you in identifying your own inner strengths and resources, helping you to find solutions to the issue/s that brought you to counselling. All whilst promoting healing both psychologically and emotionally.
My work to date has been as a person centred counsellor and group worker within an addiction setting.
Counselling is about working together, providing a space for you to examine, explore and clarify where you are at present. To grow in self-awareness, not only about yourself, but also how you interact with others and in different environments. Finding a way forward in your life that has meaning and value to you. It will help you to address the ways that you think, feel and behave. It will assist you in identifying your own inner strengths and resources, helping you to find solutions to the issue/s that brought you to counselling. All whilst promoting healing both psychologically and emotionally.
Are you feeling stuck, low, anxious or just not sure how to cope? That what your are going through is just too hard to manage alone? Sometimes an outside perspective is what we need to help us get out of the rut and on to even ground.
I work with people who have realised something has to change and are looking for support with how to change it.
Are you feeling stuck, low, anxious or just not sure how to cope? That what your are going through is just too hard to manage alone? Sometimes an outside perspective is what we need to help us get out of the rut and on to even ground.
I work with people who have realised something has to change and are looking for support with how to change it.
I have supported people with issues around addiction, anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, identity, and relationships.
Hi, my name is Rosina, and I'm an integrative counsellor. Being an integrative counsellor means that I use various approaches to support people in exploring their issues. What I love about being an integrative counsellor is that I can adapt to the specific needs of a person, that means that the support I offer is always tailored uniquely to you. Most people I have worked with have had some sort of issue that is causing them confusion, discomfort, or pain. I like to meet people exactly where they are, with a non-judgemental and open attitude. From there, we can explore and build a working relationship that feels supportive.
I have supported people with issues around addiction, anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, identity, and relationships.
Hi, my name is Rosina, and I'm an integrative counsellor. Being an integrative counsellor means that I use various approaches to support people in exploring their issues. What I love about being an integrative counsellor is that I can adapt to the specific needs of a person, that means that the support I offer is always tailored uniquely to you. Most people I have worked with have had some sort of issue that is causing them confusion, discomfort, or pain. I like to meet people exactly where they are, with a non-judgemental and open attitude. From there, we can explore and build a working relationship that feels supportive.
My work as a special needs teacher, lecturer and counsellor means I have developed great experience of developmental disorders, addictions, trauma, depression, anxiety and personality disorders.
Hi there! Thank you for stopping by my profile. My name is Jess, and it is a pleasure to meet you. I am here to offer you a safe, confidential space to explore yourself , your thoughts, feelings and behaviours and help work towards your goals; whatever they may be. No matter what is going on for you right now, there are ways forward, and I believe we can find them together. I like to offer my clients hope, that things can be different, that together we can bring about the changes you want to see , and when you're out of hope, you can borrow mine for a while.
My work as a special needs teacher, lecturer and counsellor means I have developed great experience of developmental disorders, addictions, trauma, depression, anxiety and personality disorders.
Hi there! Thank you for stopping by my profile. My name is Jess, and it is a pleasure to meet you. I am here to offer you a safe, confidential space to explore yourself , your thoughts, feelings and behaviours and help work towards your goals; whatever they may be. No matter what is going on for you right now, there are ways forward, and I believe we can find them together. I like to offer my clients hope, that things can be different, that together we can bring about the changes you want to see , and when you're out of hope, you can borrow mine for a while.
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I am accredited Psychotherapeutic Counsellor; I use a Person-Centred and Integrative approach to counselling; this involves using a variety of modalities and models in my work and practise. Those include Somatic Therapy with Emotional Mastery Techniques & Skills; I am a Clearing Method Specialist, a primary pain and root caused focused therapist. I am an accredited EMDR (eye movement desensitisation and reprocessing) integrative therapist, this is used for the treatment of childhood & adult trauma, phobias, negative core beliefs, unprocessed grief and many more areas. I currently have my own Private Practice and I have worked as a
I am accredited Psychotherapeutic Counsellor; I use a Person-Centred and Integrative approach to counselling; this involves using a variety of modalities and models in my work and practise. Those include Somatic Therapy with Emotional Mastery Techniques & Skills; I am a Clearing Method Specialist, a primary pain and root caused focused therapist. I am an accredited EMDR (eye movement desensitisation and reprocessing) integrative therapist, this is used for the treatment of childhood & adult trauma, phobias, negative core beliefs, unprocessed grief and many more areas. I currently have my own Private Practice and I have worked as a
I've specialised in drug & alcohol addiction for many years.
Changing anything starts with the decision to try and that's not always easy!
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy - CBT - is a tried and tested psychological approach to support you.
My experience in psychological and psychiatric care assures you of a confidential & professional ear at all times, all at your pace and no expectations.
You have everything to gain by putting yourself first! Please don't overthink it, feeling better within yourself is really important, now and in times to come.
A quick email and getting support in place is all you're doing, don't let stressors get in the way of that, ok!
I've specialised in drug & alcohol addiction for many years.
Changing anything starts with the decision to try and that's not always easy!
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy - CBT - is a tried and tested psychological approach to support you.
My experience in psychological and psychiatric care assures you of a confidential & professional ear at all times, all at your pace and no expectations.
You have everything to gain by putting yourself first! Please don't overthink it, feeling better within yourself is really important, now and in times to come.
A quick email and getting support in place is all you're doing, don't let stressors get in the way of that, ok!
I have experience working with clients struggling with depression, anxiety, family difficulties, stress, trauma, historical abuse, relationship difficulties, addiction problems, and self esteem issues.
It's OK to not be OK... Everyone struggles sometimes, and when we are struggling, one of the greatest gifts we can give ourselves is to talk to someone about our struggles. My aim is to help you. I have experienced therapy from both sides of the equation and, like you, have struggled with my own difficulties. I believe that all of us have the potential to develop and become who we are supposed to be. Sometimes it takes some digging and self exploration to reach that goal, and I offer walk alongside you as you to do this.
I have experience working with clients struggling with depression, anxiety, family difficulties, stress, trauma, historical abuse, relationship difficulties, addiction problems, and self esteem issues.
It's OK to not be OK... Everyone struggles sometimes, and when we are struggling, one of the greatest gifts we can give ourselves is to talk to someone about our struggles. My aim is to help you. I have experienced therapy from both sides of the equation and, like you, have struggled with my own difficulties. I believe that all of us have the potential to develop and become who we are supposed to be. Sometimes it takes some digging and self exploration to reach that goal, and I offer walk alongside you as you to do this.
As a therapist for more than a decade, I will bring experience of working with a range of different issues (with vast experience in anxiety, low mood and addiction).
I wonder if you have come across my profile as you are considering/hoping to create or see changes in your life? Are you experiencing stress, low mood, anxiety? Maybe you are facing interpersonal challenges or just want to make sense of how you are feeling.
As a therapist for more than a decade, I will bring experience of working with a range of different issues (with vast experience in anxiety, low mood and addiction).
I wonder if you have come across my profile as you are considering/hoping to create or see changes in your life? Are you experiencing stress, low mood, anxiety? Maybe you are facing interpersonal challenges or just want to make sense of how you are feeling.
I offer a flexible therapeutic approach and support people with a range of difficulties including anxiety, low mood, PTSD/complex trauma, addictions, career stress, bereavement, chronic health conditions, compulsions and relationship difficulties.
I am trained in different evidence-based models of psychological therapy included person-centred therapy, cognitive-behavioural therapy, EMDR and schema therapy. These skills allow me to offer a highly individualised approached designed collaboratively with you to fit with your needs.
I offer a flexible therapeutic approach and support people with a range of difficulties including anxiety, low mood, PTSD/complex trauma, addictions, career stress, bereavement, chronic health conditions, compulsions and relationship difficulties.
I am trained in different evidence-based models of psychological therapy included person-centred therapy, cognitive-behavioural therapy, EMDR and schema therapy. These skills allow me to offer a highly individualised approached designed collaboratively with you to fit with your needs.
I’m an Accredited CBT therapist specialising in anxiety, depression, addiction, and performance-related challenges.
I specialise in supporting clients experiencing anxiety, addiction, depression, and challenges with personal empowerment. Using a strength-based CBT approach, I help individuals recognise their unique strengths, overcome unhelpful patterns, and build lasting resilience.
My aim is to provide you with tools, greater self-awareness, and the confidence for life
I’m an Accredited CBT therapist specialising in anxiety, depression, addiction, and performance-related challenges.
I specialise in supporting clients experiencing anxiety, addiction, depression, and challenges with personal empowerment. Using a strength-based CBT approach, I help individuals recognise their unique strengths, overcome unhelpful patterns, and build lasting resilience.
My aim is to provide you with tools, greater self-awareness, and the confidence for life
Additionally, I have significant experience treating Anxiety, Addictions and Traumatic Stress.
Emotional and psychological problems can be overcome. Having been in practice for many years I have gained skills and learning in a wide range of ways to help people resolve their problems and live full and meaningful lives- even if these problems have been long standing in your life.
Additionally, I have significant experience treating Anxiety, Addictions and Traumatic Stress.
Emotional and psychological problems can be overcome. Having been in practice for many years I have gained skills and learning in a wide range of ways to help people resolve their problems and live full and meaningful lives- even if these problems have been long standing in your life.
I have a particular specialty in counselling people who are, or have been, affected by addictions.
Thank you for visiting my page. My name is Brian. I am an Integrative Counsellor with Person Centred collaborative approach. I became a Counsellor later in life, after 30 years in Industry. My passion for helping people comes from a wealth of life experience and self discovery. I offers a safe, confidential, non-judgemental space where you can feel fully respected, and explore your thoughts, feelings, and concerns. Thoughts and feelings directly impact behaviour and mood and can affect our ability to cope with life. Talking through these feelings can help encourage positive change.
I have a particular specialty in counselling people who are, or have been, affected by addictions.
Thank you for visiting my page. My name is Brian. I am an Integrative Counsellor with Person Centred collaborative approach. I became a Counsellor later in life, after 30 years in Industry. My passion for helping people comes from a wealth of life experience and self discovery. I offers a safe, confidential, non-judgemental space where you can feel fully respected, and explore your thoughts, feelings, and concerns. Thoughts and feelings directly impact behaviour and mood and can affect our ability to cope with life. Talking through these feelings can help encourage positive change.
My typical clients are those affected with different forms of compulsive / addictive behaviours - these might include Porn, Sex and Love Addictions; Gambling, Eating Disorders, Alcohol & Narcotics abuse; or those who are Workaholics or compulsive Gamers or Shoppers.
I offer clients a different approach to most mainstream professional service. My recovery programme involves a mix of different counselling styles namely Gestalt, Internal Family Systems, Attachment focus as well as a little CBT.
My typical clients are those affected with different forms of compulsive / addictive behaviours - these might include Porn, Sex and Love Addictions; Gambling, Eating Disorders, Alcohol & Narcotics abuse; or those who are Workaholics or compulsive Gamers or Shoppers.
I offer clients a different approach to most mainstream professional service. My recovery programme involves a mix of different counselling styles namely Gestalt, Internal Family Systems, Attachment focus as well as a little CBT.
Change is constant, change is inevitable. Life moves us in different directions affecting every aspect of our lives. Our relationships, both personal and professional, change. Our relationship with ourselves changes over time. We can have a tricky time expressing the impact this has on us. We can feel stuck, overwhelmed and weighed down by the load we carry. The juggling act of modern life, having too many balls in the air, can be exhausting. Counselling offers you a time to rest that load, maybe even leave some of it with me. A time to reflect, putting aspects of your life into perspective.
Change is constant, change is inevitable. Life moves us in different directions affecting every aspect of our lives. Our relationships, both personal and professional, change. Our relationship with ourselves changes over time. We can have a tricky time expressing the impact this has on us. We can feel stuck, overwhelmed and weighed down by the load we carry. The juggling act of modern life, having too many balls in the air, can be exhausting. Counselling offers you a time to rest that load, maybe even leave some of it with me. A time to reflect, putting aspects of your life into perspective.
I have a particular interest in clients who have experienced childhood trauma and loss and addiction, both direct and indirect.
There is no one reason for seeking therapy. For some it is a response to experiencing a life changing event. For others it may be that you feel stuck and unable to move forward. You may be experiencing a range of symptoms including panic attacks anxiety and depression. Whatever the reason I work with clients who are interested in developing a deeper understanding of themselves, getting to the root of the issue to create long-lasting change. The focus of the work is on moving from the learned coping mechanisms which have allowed you to survive towards healthier choices which will allow you to thrive.
I have a particular interest in clients who have experienced childhood trauma and loss and addiction, both direct and indirect.
There is no one reason for seeking therapy. For some it is a response to experiencing a life changing event. For others it may be that you feel stuck and unable to move forward. You may be experiencing a range of symptoms including panic attacks anxiety and depression. Whatever the reason I work with clients who are interested in developing a deeper understanding of themselves, getting to the root of the issue to create long-lasting change. The focus of the work is on moving from the learned coping mechanisms which have allowed you to survive towards healthier choices which will allow you to thrive.
I specialise in many areas of mental health including , trauma , addiction , stress, anxiety , depression and abuse .
I am a qualified integrative counsellor and supervisor registered with the BACP. I have personal experience of how beneficial counselling can be , and appreciate how difficult it may be to reach out and ask for help. I understand what it is like to be a client, and I aim to offer a safe , non judgemental , confidential environment , allowing you to explore areas of your life that are causing you concern . By building a warm therapeutic relationship , we can work collaboratively to gain insight and perspective into your personal challenges , and overcome any barriers preventing you from reaching your goals.
I specialise in many areas of mental health including , trauma , addiction , stress, anxiety , depression and abuse .
I am a qualified integrative counsellor and supervisor registered with the BACP. I have personal experience of how beneficial counselling can be , and appreciate how difficult it may be to reach out and ask for help. I understand what it is like to be a client, and I aim to offer a safe , non judgemental , confidential environment , allowing you to explore areas of your life that are causing you concern . By building a warm therapeutic relationship , we can work collaboratively to gain insight and perspective into your personal challenges , and overcome any barriers preventing you from reaching your goals.
Struggle with addiction, anxiety, shame or overwhelm?
I am a relational integrative therapist and believe that each client is unique, and that therapy needs a variety of techniques and tools suited to your individual needs. I work predominatnly using psychodynamic and humanistic traditions, however I can include somatic practices to release trauma stored in your body.
Struggle with addiction, anxiety, shame or overwhelm?
I am a relational integrative therapist and believe that each client is unique, and that therapy needs a variety of techniques and tools suited to your individual needs. I work predominatnly using psychodynamic and humanistic traditions, however I can include somatic practices to release trauma stored in your body.
As an experienced counsellor and psychotherapist, I offer you a safe, empathic and non-judgemental space where you can talk through, and work on, a variety of problems of living which may be affecting your ability to enjoy life; anxiety, depression, bereavement, personal/ working relationships, sexuality, retirement; addiction to alcohol, drugs or other challenging behaviours etc.
In early sessions, conversation and dialogue helps us establish a trusting therapeutic relationship, a shared understanding of what you want from therapy, and to create a way of working or treatment plan that is unique to you. Methods from a wide range of psychotherapeutic approaches are used; some of which are listed below under "therapies offered."
As an experienced counsellor and psychotherapist, I offer you a safe, empathic and non-judgemental space where you can talk through, and work on, a variety of problems of living which may be affecting your ability to enjoy life; anxiety, depression, bereavement, personal/ working relationships, sexuality, retirement; addiction to alcohol, drugs or other challenging behaviours etc.
In early sessions, conversation and dialogue helps us establish a trusting therapeutic relationship, a shared understanding of what you want from therapy, and to create a way of working or treatment plan that is unique to you. Methods from a wide range of psychotherapeutic approaches are used; some of which are listed below under "therapies offered."
Hello and thank you for visiting my page. I am a qualified Counsellor and Cognitive Behavioural Therapist with a deep-rooted passion and desire to help others lead a happy and fulfilled life, I believe we all deserve that. I have extensive experience in treating a wide range of conditions including Anxiety; Depression; Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, Post Traumatic Stress Disorder; Eating Disorders and Bereavement. I also have experience supporting people to develop and strengthen their social skills such as, self-esteem, confidence and assertiveness which can often lead to new opportunities and life choices.
Hello and thank you for visiting my page. I am a qualified Counsellor and Cognitive Behavioural Therapist with a deep-rooted passion and desire to help others lead a happy and fulfilled life, I believe we all deserve that. I have extensive experience in treating a wide range of conditions including Anxiety; Depression; Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, Post Traumatic Stress Disorder; Eating Disorders and Bereavement. I also have experience supporting people to develop and strengthen their social skills such as, self-esteem, confidence and assertiveness which can often lead to new opportunities and life choices.
I draw on a range of evidence-based treatments for a wide variety of issues including addiction, trauma and anxiety.
The nature of being a human means we are all prone to experiencing difficulties with managing stress, emotions and relationships. It can help to talk about your worries and gain an understanding about what is causing them, what helps you, what makes things worse and most importantly what changes you can make to improve things. I understand that it can be difficult to reach out for help. You have made the first step by looking for support and I hope you will get in touch to discuss your situation. You can be assured that things will be taken at a pace that you find acceptable and manageable.
I draw on a range of evidence-based treatments for a wide variety of issues including addiction, trauma and anxiety.
The nature of being a human means we are all prone to experiencing difficulties with managing stress, emotions and relationships. It can help to talk about your worries and gain an understanding about what is causing them, what helps you, what makes things worse and most importantly what changes you can make to improve things. I understand that it can be difficult to reach out for help. You have made the first step by looking for support and I hope you will get in touch to discuss your situation. You can be assured that things will be taken at a pace that you find acceptable and manageable.
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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.