Addiction Counselling in Ballymoney

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Deirdre Gibson
Psychotherapist, MNCPS Acc.
Verified Verified
Ballymoney BT53
I work for an addiction service as well as having my own private practice working with adults who may be experiencing a broad range of issues.
Hello, I'm Deirdre and I'm a qualified and accredited Psychotherapeutic Counsellor and Clinical Hypnotherapist from Portstewart providing support to clients from the Coleraine, Portrush, and Limavady areas from The Roe Valley Therapy Centre in Limavady and ZGBTST in Coleraine. Sessions are face to face, online or telephone. Whatever is troubling you, I will always treat you with empathy, respect, warmth and confidentiality.
I work for an addiction service as well as having my own private practice working with adults who may be experiencing a broad range of issues.
Hello, I'm Deirdre and I'm a qualified and accredited Psychotherapeutic Counsellor and Clinical Hypnotherapist from Portstewart providing support to clients from the Coleraine, Portrush, and Limavady areas from The Roe Valley Therapy Centre in Limavady and ZGBTST in Coleraine. Sessions are face to face, online or telephone. Whatever is troubling you, I will always treat you with empathy, respect, warmth and confidentiality.
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Sandra Johnston Individual & Couples Counsellor
Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
Verified Verified
Ballymoney BT53
Welcome to Daybreak Counselling Services. My name is Sandra, thank you for looking at my profile. I am an integrative counsellor working creatively with couples and individuals. I work with couples and individuals exploring anxiety, loss, trauma, betrayal , addiction, and so much more . You might be suffering from anxiety and low self-confidence, constantly worrying, on edge, or engaging in compulsive and repetitive behaviour. No matter what the trigger point for your difficulties we can work together to improve your communication, rebuild trust, increase quality time, or get your physical intimacy back on track.
Welcome to Daybreak Counselling Services. My name is Sandra, thank you for looking at my profile. I am an integrative counsellor working creatively with couples and individuals. I work with couples and individuals exploring anxiety, loss, trauma, betrayal , addiction, and so much more . You might be suffering from anxiety and low self-confidence, constantly worrying, on edge, or engaging in compulsive and repetitive behaviour. No matter what the trigger point for your difficulties we can work together to improve your communication, rebuild trust, increase quality time, or get your physical intimacy back on track.
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Stephen McFarland
Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
Verified Verified
Ballymoney BT53
I am Stephen McFarland and I got the name Inspired Counselling for my counselling business, after being inspired to train as a counsellor. I have worked alongside many people and I would like to inspire you to be the best you can be. Counselling with me allows you to take time out from this crazy and fast paced world, to sit and think, cry, shout, whatever you need to do, in a discreet, safe, confidential, warm and friendly environment. Everything we do will be at your pace, and your style, for you.
I am Stephen McFarland and I got the name Inspired Counselling for my counselling business, after being inspired to train as a counsellor. I have worked alongside many people and I would like to inspire you to be the best you can be. Counselling with me allows you to take time out from this crazy and fast paced world, to sit and think, cry, shout, whatever you need to do, in a discreet, safe, confidential, warm and friendly environment. Everything we do will be at your pace, and your style, for you.
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Natalie Kerr
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Ballymoney BT53  (Online Only)
What I offer is a non-judgemental, relaxing, safe place where you can discuss everything. I am here to listen, whatever you need to say will be heard. I can help you unburden and gain relief from what distresses you. I can help you challenge and change how you think about things. I can help you put words to what you are feeling. I can offer information on new strategies to help you cope with life's stresses and create the life you want. I have experience working with many issues, such as depression, anxiety, domestic abuse, the impact of early years, relationship issues, anger, sexual abuse and so on.
What I offer is a non-judgemental, relaxing, safe place where you can discuss everything. I am here to listen, whatever you need to say will be heard. I can help you unburden and gain relief from what distresses you. I can help you challenge and change how you think about things. I can help you put words to what you are feeling. I can offer information on new strategies to help you cope with life's stresses and create the life you want. I have experience working with many issues, such as depression, anxiety, domestic abuse, the impact of early years, relationship issues, anger, sexual abuse and so on.
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Eva Kennedy
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Ballymoney BT53
If you are struggling with self-esteem issues, or depression and anxiety, or if you have been the victim of abuse, from a parent, a partner, or anyone else, I can help you to regain the inner strength and confidence to handle life so much better. We will work on how you can move forward, in your own strength, and achieve the peace and enthusiasm for life that you deserve. If you struggle with the after effects of a traumatic event/events in your past, you will find that you can begin to leave that all behind and become the person you were always meant to be.
If you are struggling with self-esteem issues, or depression and anxiety, or if you have been the victim of abuse, from a parent, a partner, or anyone else, I can help you to regain the inner strength and confidence to handle life so much better. We will work on how you can move forward, in your own strength, and achieve the peace and enthusiasm for life that you deserve. If you struggle with the after effects of a traumatic event/events in your past, you will find that you can begin to leave that all behind and become the person you were always meant to be.
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Heart Thoughts - Adults and Teens Psychotherapy
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
Ballymoney BT53
Ric Wilton - I have a particular empathy for Adults of all ages and Teenagers (13+) who have experienced trauma in their lives, for those with crushed confidence and low self-worth as well as those with a highly sensitive personality. I am qualified to Masters level and my training includes Adult Counselling & Psychotherapy, Child & Adolescent Psychotherapy, EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing), Child & Adolescent EMDR, Trauma Recovery and High Sensitivity. In addition, I am an Accredited Member of the British Association of Counselling & Psychotherapy (BACP).
Ric Wilton - I have a particular empathy for Adults of all ages and Teenagers (13+) who have experienced trauma in their lives, for those with crushed confidence and low self-worth as well as those with a highly sensitive personality. I am qualified to Masters level and my training includes Adult Counselling & Psychotherapy, Child & Adolescent Psychotherapy, EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing), Child & Adolescent EMDR, Trauma Recovery and High Sensitivity. In addition, I am an Accredited Member of the British Association of Counselling & Psychotherapy (BACP).
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Professa Counselling
Counsellor, MSc, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
Ballymoney BT53
Hello and welcome to my profile. Are you having difficulty with issues in your life and would like the opportunity to talk confidentially? Problems can be extremely painful to talk about so I facilitate you to share these and work through them to help you identify and integrate coping skills. I have a very broad background and understanding of life which I bring to my work with you, have training in trauma and will help you with self regulation and ways to manage PTSD and C-PTSD. I can also help if you experience pain and wish to alleviate it. I am BACP accredited and can work with Counsellors in Training.
Hello and welcome to my profile. Are you having difficulty with issues in your life and would like the opportunity to talk confidentially? Problems can be extremely painful to talk about so I facilitate you to share these and work through them to help you identify and integrate coping skills. I have a very broad background and understanding of life which I bring to my work with you, have training in trauma and will help you with self regulation and ways to manage PTSD and C-PTSD. I can also help if you experience pain and wish to alleviate it. I am BACP accredited and can work with Counsellors in Training.
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Photo of Samantha Janice McDowell, PNCPS Acc., Counsellor
Samantha Janice McDowell
Counsellor, PNCPS Acc.
Verified Verified
Ballymoney BT53
Welcome my name is Sam. I know the thought of opening up about your feelings and emotions to a stranger can be overwhelming but i am here to help. offering a safe place for you to tell your story in your own words with no judgement.
Welcome my name is Sam. I know the thought of opening up about your feelings and emotions to a stranger can be overwhelming but i am here to help. offering a safe place for you to tell your story in your own words with no judgement.
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Lynsey Cuthbert
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Ballymoney BT53
Hi I’m Lynsey. Firstly, thank you for taking the first step in checking out the website and viewing my profile. Counselling provides the opportunity to have a qualified therapist assist and support you through difficult times.
Hi I’m Lynsey. Firstly, thank you for taking the first step in checking out the website and viewing my profile. Counselling provides the opportunity to have a qualified therapist assist and support you through difficult times.
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Sarah McClenaghan
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
Ballymoney BT53
I am passionate about creating a safe and non judgemental and confidential space in which you feel comfortable to explore the issues and concerns you are facing at present. Everyone is the expert of their own life and it’s my job to help you to make the changes that are important to you. I aim to provide you with a genuine and real experience, understanding and walking alongside you in your journey. I believe in a compassionate collaborative approach between you and myself, to support your right to happiness, healthy relationships and healing your past.
I am passionate about creating a safe and non judgemental and confidential space in which you feel comfortable to explore the issues and concerns you are facing at present. Everyone is the expert of their own life and it’s my job to help you to make the changes that are important to you. I aim to provide you with a genuine and real experience, understanding and walking alongside you in your journey. I believe in a compassionate collaborative approach between you and myself, to support your right to happiness, healthy relationships and healing your past.
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Vitality CBT and Counselling - Marcun Doran
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Ballymoney BT53
Online booking is at: vitalitycbt.selectandbook.com I am relaxed and easy going, but I will work hard to help you understand and deal with your problems. We will work together to progress towards your goals and I will be patient and will try to be sensitive to your needs. I am a CBT Therapist and Integrative Counsellor with experience in the private, voluntary and statutory sectors.
Online booking is at: vitalitycbt.selectandbook.com I am relaxed and easy going, but I will work hard to help you understand and deal with your problems. We will work together to progress towards your goals and I will be patient and will try to be sensitive to your needs. I am a CBT Therapist and Integrative Counsellor with experience in the private, voluntary and statutory sectors.
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Laura Patterson
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
Ballymoney BT53
I provide a safe and confidential space for both individuals and those with relationship difficulties to work through what is troubling you. Therapy can be daunting and many struggle to make that initial consultation; you are not alone. I will walk alongside you every step of the way on your therapeutic journey; providing you with individually tailored tools and techniques to work through your difficulties. Often in life it is our relationships, which cause us the most angst, our stress is generally always in relation to someone else and our self talk if often heavily laden with 'shoulds' resulting in feelings of guilt.
I provide a safe and confidential space for both individuals and those with relationship difficulties to work through what is troubling you. Therapy can be daunting and many struggle to make that initial consultation; you are not alone. I will walk alongside you every step of the way on your therapeutic journey; providing you with individually tailored tools and techniques to work through your difficulties. Often in life it is our relationships, which cause us the most angst, our stress is generally always in relation to someone else and our self talk if often heavily laden with 'shoulds' resulting in feelings of guilt.
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Photo of Lynne Maxted, MBACP Accred, Counsellor
Lynne Maxted
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
Ballymoney BT53
Life can be challenging; you may be experiencing feelings of being overwhelmed, anxiousness, depression, sadness, hopelessness, or you may have reached a crisis point in your life, but be assured you are not alone, and even the most strong-minded person can feel lost at times. The loss of a loved one, or struggling to make sense of your feelings and emotions can be difficult. Past issues can be destroying but by exploring and addressing these issues it can enable you to move forward. No matter what your presenting issues may be at this time in your life, you have taken the first brave step and you should be proud of yourself.
Life can be challenging; you may be experiencing feelings of being overwhelmed, anxiousness, depression, sadness, hopelessness, or you may have reached a crisis point in your life, but be assured you are not alone, and even the most strong-minded person can feel lost at times. The loss of a loved one, or struggling to make sense of your feelings and emotions can be difficult. Past issues can be destroying but by exploring and addressing these issues it can enable you to move forward. No matter what your presenting issues may be at this time in your life, you have taken the first brave step and you should be proud of yourself.
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Dr Donna de Lása Revived Therapy
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
Ballymoney BT53
I am an HCPC registered Clinical Psychologist, ISST certified Schema Therapist and IPT certified Interpersonal Psychotherapist. I have over 15 years experience working in mental health, both within the NHS and in private practice. I offer psychological therapy for a range of issues. Please contact me via email, to arrange a short consultation to see how we can work together to address the issues or difficulties you may be having. Please note that I only work with adults.
I am an HCPC registered Clinical Psychologist, ISST certified Schema Therapist and IPT certified Interpersonal Psychotherapist. I have over 15 years experience working in mental health, both within the NHS and in private practice. I offer psychological therapy for a range of issues. Please contact me via email, to arrange a short consultation to see how we can work together to address the issues or difficulties you may be having. Please note that I only work with adults.
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Castle Counselling Services
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Ballymoney BT53
I am Louise and thank you for taking the time to view our profile. I am a fully qualified integrative counsellors offering a counselling service in the North Antrim Coast area.  I are registered with BACP and NCS, and work within the BACP Code of Ethics.  I can offer you a safe, ethical, confidential, respectful and non-judgemental space in which you can focus on yourself and begin to understand in more depth the challenges you may be facing.  In this space I will listen, support and help you to understand your feelings and behaviours, and enable you to become more self-aware, and implement change.
I am Louise and thank you for taking the time to view our profile. I am a fully qualified integrative counsellors offering a counselling service in the North Antrim Coast area.  I are registered with BACP and NCS, and work within the BACP Code of Ethics.  I can offer you a safe, ethical, confidential, respectful and non-judgemental space in which you can focus on yourself and begin to understand in more depth the challenges you may be facing.  In this space I will listen, support and help you to understand your feelings and behaviours, and enable you to become more self-aware, and implement change.
028 9694 3211 View 028 9694 3211
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Sinead Mc Donnell
Counsellor, MSc, MBACP
Verified Verified
Ballymoney BT53
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Restore Counselling (NI)
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
Coleraine BT52  (Online Only)
I’m an Internal Family Systems and Sensorimotor Psychotherapy Practitioner based on the north coast of Northern Ireland. I provide online therapy to clients across the world, helping people find harmony and balance.n our work together I will hold an open-hearted and compassionate space for you to explore the issues that concern you. By incorporating IFS along with somatic work I will guide you to gradually assimilate difficult past events into your understanding. As you do so you will experience an increasing sense of relief and freedom.
I’m an Internal Family Systems and Sensorimotor Psychotherapy Practitioner based on the north coast of Northern Ireland. I provide online therapy to clients across the world, helping people find harmony and balance.n our work together I will hold an open-hearted and compassionate space for you to explore the issues that concern you. By incorporating IFS along with somatic work I will guide you to gradually assimilate difficult past events into your understanding. As you do so you will experience an increasing sense of relief and freedom.
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Catrina Bell
Psychotherapist, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
Coleraine BT52
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Check out www.oaktreetherapiesni.com for more information
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John Darby
Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Coleraine BT51
Hello, you have reached my profile and are perhaps considering reaching out for help... I am a fully qualified counsellor with a calm and relaxing practice in a private location between Antrim and Ballymena. You may be struggling with issues such as low self esteem, low self worth, anxiety, relationship concerns, depression or trauma. I am experienced in these and other areas and can help. I believe everyone can feel better when we work together.
Hello, you have reached my profile and are perhaps considering reaching out for help... I am a fully qualified counsellor with a calm and relaxing practice in a private location between Antrim and Ballymena. You may be struggling with issues such as low self esteem, low self worth, anxiety, relationship concerns, depression or trauma. I am experienced in these and other areas and can help. I believe everyone can feel better when we work together.
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Photo of Brian Doherty, MBACP Accred, Counsellor
Brian Doherty
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
Ballymena BT44
Welcome to Inner Peace Counselling where I offer you a safe place to be yourself. Imagine a space where you can speak the unspeakable without fear of reproach or judgement; a place where you are understood. So often in everyday life we are inhibited from being our true selves by our fear of being judged and the pressures of the expectations of others. Let Innerpeace counselling be your sanctuary where you can at last express what you truly feel. It is my privilege to listen and hear how life is for you at this moment and to accompany you on your healing journey. To be understood is powerful.
Welcome to Inner Peace Counselling where I offer you a safe place to be yourself. Imagine a space where you can speak the unspeakable without fear of reproach or judgement; a place where you are understood. So often in everyday life we are inhibited from being our true selves by our fear of being judged and the pressures of the expectations of others. Let Innerpeace counselling be your sanctuary where you can at last express what you truly feel. It is my privilege to listen and hear how life is for you at this moment and to accompany you on your healing journey. To be understood is powerful.
028 9694 3598 View 028 9694 3598

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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.