Addiction Counselling in Larne
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I'm experienced in working with a variety of mental health challenges, anxiety, depression, abuse and other traumas, addiction, bereavement/loss, stress, self-esteem & relationship issues.
I am an accredited integrative counsellor, IFS & Sensorimotor Psychotherapy Practitioner. I offer a confidential and understanding service for children, young people and adults who are facing a range of emotional difficulties. There are many reasons why an individual seeks counselling, and I understand that it can feel like a big decision where you may feel nervous, uncertain or vulnerable. My first step is to offer you a safe, non-judgemental space, where you feel able to explore your own thoughts and feelings. This offers you space to understand the underlying feelings that can make you feel low, stuck, empty or overwhelmed.
I'm experienced in working with a variety of mental health challenges, anxiety, depression, abuse and other traumas, addiction, bereavement/loss, stress, self-esteem & relationship issues.
I am an accredited integrative counsellor, IFS & Sensorimotor Psychotherapy Practitioner. I offer a confidential and understanding service for children, young people and adults who are facing a range of emotional difficulties. There are many reasons why an individual seeks counselling, and I understand that it can feel like a big decision where you may feel nervous, uncertain or vulnerable. My first step is to offer you a safe, non-judgemental space, where you feel able to explore your own thoughts and feelings. This offers you space to understand the underlying feelings that can make you feel low, stuck, empty or overwhelmed.
![Photo of Steven Hall, MBACP, Counsellor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/05de5f0c-aee1-42d3-95cf-0c074bba4c86/1/320x400.jpeg)
My work has been with those who have experienced significant loss in their lives, as well as those with issues such as addiction, depression, anxiety, and problems in their relationships.
I am a qualified integrative counsellor and a Registered member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP). I see the therapeutic process as a collaborative endeavour of empowerment to help you build the tools for a positive life change. This means that my approach to therapy is based on the idea that being true to yourself can help you lead a more fulfilling life. I will endeavour to create a space in which you can express yourself fully and authentically, in which you can be heard and seen; an authentic therapeutic relationship in which any thought or feeling can be expressed.
My work has been with those who have experienced significant loss in their lives, as well as those with issues such as addiction, depression, anxiety, and problems in their relationships.
I am a qualified integrative counsellor and a Registered member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP). I see the therapeutic process as a collaborative endeavour of empowerment to help you build the tools for a positive life change. This means that my approach to therapy is based on the idea that being true to yourself can help you lead a more fulfilling life. I will endeavour to create a space in which you can express yourself fully and authentically, in which you can be heard and seen; an authentic therapeutic relationship in which any thought or feeling can be expressed.
![Photo of Tanya McCann, MBACP, Counsellor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/688f6410-7d83-4e11-a996-d908fb373065/2/320x400.jpeg)
Hi, welcome and thank you for visiting my profile. I aim to offer a warm, safe space for you to explore your thoughts, feelings and experiences without any judgement. Through my own personal experience and experience working as a volunteer for PIPS Charity, an Associate Counsellor for Disability Action and private therapist I aim to view your world through my eyes. I will work with you at your own pace, to find a therapy that works for you and by offering my expertise to find clarity in moments when everything seems overwhelming or out of your control.
Hi, welcome and thank you for visiting my profile. I aim to offer a warm, safe space for you to explore your thoughts, feelings and experiences without any judgement. Through my own personal experience and experience working as a volunteer for PIPS Charity, an Associate Counsellor for Disability Action and private therapist I aim to view your world through my eyes. I will work with you at your own pace, to find a therapy that works for you and by offering my expertise to find clarity in moments when everything seems overwhelming or out of your control.
![Photo of John McRandal, BACP, Counsellor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/ce23b273-d299-4d32-acd0-7e1d86bf4724/2/320x400.jpeg)
I have been working in support of mental health for the past five years, having experience in addressing issues such as trauma, stress, burnout, addictive processes, intrusive thoughts, anxiety, depression, relational issues, grief, carer fatigue, health-related anxiety and sexual abuse. I know it can be extremely difficult in taking the first step on your journey of healing and I am committed to working with you respectfully.
I have been working in support of mental health for the past five years, having experience in addressing issues such as trauma, stress, burnout, addictive processes, intrusive thoughts, anxiety, depression, relational issues, grief, carer fatigue, health-related anxiety and sexual abuse. I know it can be extremely difficult in taking the first step on your journey of healing and I am committed to working with you respectfully.
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I welcome the opportunity to assist you in any way I can
I welcome the opportunity to assist you in any way I can
![Photo of Trudi Power, MBACP, Counsellor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/46acf598-d7a5-4a8e-af3a-5ff900c48b78/1/320x400.jpeg)
I am a qualified counsellor who provides a safe, non judgemental, confidential space for clients who may have lost their way in life. I have gained many years experience in working within a crisis intervention and mental health hub. I have a particular interest in mental health pre/ post pregnancy and menopause, exploring the negative impact this can cause during these stages of life.
I am a qualified counsellor who provides a safe, non judgemental, confidential space for clients who may have lost their way in life. I have gained many years experience in working within a crisis intervention and mental health hub. I have a particular interest in mental health pre/ post pregnancy and menopause, exploring the negative impact this can cause during these stages of life.
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Hello there, my name is Laura of Through the Woods Therapy NI. Sometimes we can't see the wood for the trees and we may need someone to talk to, to gain a new perspective. Here at Through the Woods Therapy, I offer a confidential, non judgemental and a genuine service, whilst you find your way through these difficult times. I am a fully qualified integrative counsellor who provides a safe therapeutic space for reflection and self discovery and when you are ready I can offer solution focused techniques to move forward. Each person has their own perspective and I offer bespoke therapy unique to each individual and their needs.
Hello there, my name is Laura of Through the Woods Therapy NI. Sometimes we can't see the wood for the trees and we may need someone to talk to, to gain a new perspective. Here at Through the Woods Therapy, I offer a confidential, non judgemental and a genuine service, whilst you find your way through these difficult times. I am a fully qualified integrative counsellor who provides a safe therapeutic space for reflection and self discovery and when you are ready I can offer solution focused techniques to move forward. Each person has their own perspective and I offer bespoke therapy unique to each individual and their needs.
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Joanne Welsh Counselling Services Ballyclare
Counsellor, MA, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Ballyclare BT39
I offer warm, non-judgmental therapy, helping you understand yourself, face difficulties, make decisions or begin to make changes. This involves talking about life experiences in a safe space, providing you with support and helping you make future plans. I offer therapy for individuals, couples and young people (12+). I can help with a range of difficulties including anxiety, work related stress, depression, relationship difficulties including sex therapy (low desire, vaginismus, DE, ED & PE), self esteem, bereavement, trauma & addictions including sex addiction. I'll focus on what you want to achieve.
I offer warm, non-judgmental therapy, helping you understand yourself, face difficulties, make decisions or begin to make changes. This involves talking about life experiences in a safe space, providing you with support and helping you make future plans. I offer therapy for individuals, couples and young people (12+). I can help with a range of difficulties including anxiety, work related stress, depression, relationship difficulties including sex therapy (low desire, vaginismus, DE, ED & PE), self esteem, bereavement, trauma & addictions including sex addiction. I'll focus on what you want to achieve.
![Photo of James Kernan, MBACP, Counsellor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/0edb61fd-0e24-4b24-9a74-8af47cd3a33f/1/320x400.jpeg)
I am a fully qualified and accredited psychotherapist and lecturer in Counselling & Psychotherapy. I am a PhD researcher with full registration with BACP. Through my work with clients I have developed an increasing passion in assisting and empowering people to help a vast range of issues including addiction, relationship issues, mental health concerns, sexuality and gender issues. My work has often been with clients who seek deeper psychotherapeutic reflections on their predicaments. I accompany clients in embracing their vulnerability, tackling their perfectionism, need for certainty, and black and white thinking.
I am a fully qualified and accredited psychotherapist and lecturer in Counselling & Psychotherapy. I am a PhD researcher with full registration with BACP. Through my work with clients I have developed an increasing passion in assisting and empowering people to help a vast range of issues including addiction, relationship issues, mental health concerns, sexuality and gender issues. My work has often been with clients who seek deeper psychotherapeutic reflections on their predicaments. I accompany clients in embracing their vulnerability, tackling their perfectionism, need for certainty, and black and white thinking.
![Photo of Mark Henderson-Begg, MA, MBACP Accred, Counsellor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/4fbe2540-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/3/320x400.jpeg)
I offer a safe space to talk about anything which may be of concern in your life, which we can then explore at your own pace, to make sense of things, resolve difficult feelings and make positive change. It can sometimes be difficult to talk to family and friends, and having someone to listen without judgement can make all the difference. Counselling can also help us to understand how the past has affected our present life and relationships, helping us to connect to who we really are and to be happier as our true self, which is our human birthright. Counselling can also enable a secure attachment which can help to heal past wounds.
I offer a safe space to talk about anything which may be of concern in your life, which we can then explore at your own pace, to make sense of things, resolve difficult feelings and make positive change. It can sometimes be difficult to talk to family and friends, and having someone to listen without judgement can make all the difference. Counselling can also help us to understand how the past has affected our present life and relationships, helping us to connect to who we really are and to be happier as our true self, which is our human birthright. Counselling can also enable a secure attachment which can help to heal past wounds.
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My name is Frances and I am an integrative counsellor. I have trained in several therapeutic approaches so that I can meet each clients individual needs. I am also a qualified child counsellor, working with children 3/4 and up. Sessions are offered in Belfast, Carrickfergus and Newtownabbey.
My name is Frances and I am an integrative counsellor. I have trained in several therapeutic approaches so that I can meet each clients individual needs. I am also a qualified child counsellor, working with children 3/4 and up. Sessions are offered in Belfast, Carrickfergus and Newtownabbey.
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I provide one to one therapy in the Newtownabbey area. I provide a safe, warm and confidential environment where clients are greated in a a non-judgemental way and where they can explore and talk through issues. My work is focused and tailored to the client's requirements, helping them to address & challenge current, beliefs and thoughts to allow change. I offer an initial 20 minute free consultation to ensure I am the right therapist, to explain the merits of each theraputic approach for their needs. The Initial consultation will allow too the opportunity to meet without any obligation.
I provide one to one therapy in the Newtownabbey area. I provide a safe, warm and confidential environment where clients are greated in a a non-judgemental way and where they can explore and talk through issues. My work is focused and tailored to the client's requirements, helping them to address & challenge current, beliefs and thoughts to allow change. I offer an initial 20 minute free consultation to ensure I am the right therapist, to explain the merits of each theraputic approach for their needs. The Initial consultation will allow too the opportunity to meet without any obligation.
![Photo of Carole Mason, MBACP Accred, Counsellor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/749ecc40-588f-4860-9192-afc5a50c6bc6/1/320x400.jpeg)
Hello and welcome to my profile. You may be feeling overwhelmed, anxious, depressed, you may have hit a difficult phase in your life because of a past trauma, or maybe you would just like someone to talk to. At some point in our lives, we all struggle with our feelings, which can be especially difficult to cope with or even to understand. I offer a private, comfortable and relaxed environment where you can have a regular time and safe place to talk through your challenges and learn new ways of coping, which can enable you to work through the feelings that are troubling you.
Hello and welcome to my profile. You may be feeling overwhelmed, anxious, depressed, you may have hit a difficult phase in your life because of a past trauma, or maybe you would just like someone to talk to. At some point in our lives, we all struggle with our feelings, which can be especially difficult to cope with or even to understand. I offer a private, comfortable and relaxed environment where you can have a regular time and safe place to talk through your challenges and learn new ways of coping, which can enable you to work through the feelings that are troubling you.
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Discover Coping Strategies (DCS) Counselling
Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
Verified Verified
Carrickfergus BT38 (Online Only)
I offer a one to one online counselling service for any individual adult who is looking to be totally heard and support for a wide range of issues. If you've been feeling down, lonely, depressed, anxious, overwhelmed, confused or you feel you've lost your way and would like support to explore options and hopefully together find solutions to improve or eliminate these negative feelings and thoughts and find a better way forward, through the use of building a tool box together and discovering coping strategies that work for you. I am aware of the initial fears and uncertainty of counselling and provide a safe, confidential space.
I offer a one to one online counselling service for any individual adult who is looking to be totally heard and support for a wide range of issues. If you've been feeling down, lonely, depressed, anxious, overwhelmed, confused or you feel you've lost your way and would like support to explore options and hopefully together find solutions to improve or eliminate these negative feelings and thoughts and find a better way forward, through the use of building a tool box together and discovering coping strategies that work for you. I am aware of the initial fears and uncertainty of counselling and provide a safe, confidential space.
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Deirdre Martin
Psychotherapist, SNCPS Acc.
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Carrickfergus BT38
Not accepting new clients
Hello, I'm Deirdre, a professional, experienced, friendly and down-to-earth therapist in Newtownabbey Belfast. I help people to manage difficulties they are experiencing and to bring about change in a warm, compassionate and safe way without judgement. Do you need help with very treatable issues such as anxiety, depression, stress, trauma/PTSD, bereavement or loss, emotional or sexual abuse, childhood or workplace bullying, childhood/family issues or anger? Perhaps you want to stop people pleasing or to understand the causes of your unhappiness? Do you want more time to yourself but never seem to manage to get it?
Hello, I'm Deirdre, a professional, experienced, friendly and down-to-earth therapist in Newtownabbey Belfast. I help people to manage difficulties they are experiencing and to bring about change in a warm, compassionate and safe way without judgement. Do you need help with very treatable issues such as anxiety, depression, stress, trauma/PTSD, bereavement or loss, emotional or sexual abuse, childhood or workplace bullying, childhood/family issues or anger? Perhaps you want to stop people pleasing or to understand the causes of your unhappiness? Do you want more time to yourself but never seem to manage to get it?
Online Therapists
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Using a less formal home office I provide the NHS approved therapies for Mood Disorders, Addiction and Trauma recovery.
I have 35 years experience working with Anxiety/panic attcks and PTSD. EMDR and CBT are the main techniques I use in an experiental understanding to explore what has happened in your life; how you experience it and what you want it mean to help you live a fuller and more meaniful life that suits you.
Using a less formal home office I provide the NHS approved therapies for Mood Disorders, Addiction and Trauma recovery.
I have 35 years experience working with Anxiety/panic attcks and PTSD. EMDR and CBT are the main techniques I use in an experiental understanding to explore what has happened in your life; how you experience it and what you want it mean to help you live a fuller and more meaniful life that suits you.
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Waves Within Psychology
Psychologist, PhD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Glasgow G76
Waves Within - Psychology has been shaped through trauma-informed care in the NHS and holistic settings in Southeast Asia (focus on mind-body connection, addiction recovery and self-compassion).
Hello, I imagine you’re experiencing distressing effects of stressful life events or past trauma. I understand the courage it takes to acknowledge where you’re at and to explore support. Informed by effective therapies, I help people identify needs, understand difficulties with more compassion and practice techniques to support desired outcomes e.g. address anxiety/depression to build Wellness; process disturbing memories and thoughts to build Agency; explore stuckness/feeling lost to build on Values; examine disconnection to build Engagement; recognise shame to build Self-Compassion. WAVES that support psychological well-being.
Waves Within - Psychology has been shaped through trauma-informed care in the NHS and holistic settings in Southeast Asia (focus on mind-body connection, addiction recovery and self-compassion).
Hello, I imagine you’re experiencing distressing effects of stressful life events or past trauma. I understand the courage it takes to acknowledge where you’re at and to explore support. Informed by effective therapies, I help people identify needs, understand difficulties with more compassion and practice techniques to support desired outcomes e.g. address anxiety/depression to build Wellness; process disturbing memories and thoughts to build Agency; explore stuckness/feeling lost to build on Values; examine disconnection to build Engagement; recognise shame to build Self-Compassion. WAVES that support psychological well-being.
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For example, for presenting issues such as Addiction, Depression and Lack of motivation MI is proved to be beneficial.
In my practice as a person-centred therapist, my philosophy is to consider and centre you as the experiencer, astute observer and active driver of your own life. For example, I believe that when you feel the life you have been living is causing you to experience discomfort, confusion, frustration and sadness, you may make a conscious choice to change it for yourself. One of the steps you may consider is choosing to have a space where you can think aloud, feel openly and talk freely. This is why the counselling practice I am part of is called “Think Feel Talk”.
For example, for presenting issues such as Addiction, Depression and Lack of motivation MI is proved to be beneficial.
In my practice as a person-centred therapist, my philosophy is to consider and centre you as the experiencer, astute observer and active driver of your own life. For example, I believe that when you feel the life you have been living is causing you to experience discomfort, confusion, frustration and sadness, you may make a conscious choice to change it for yourself. One of the steps you may consider is choosing to have a space where you can think aloud, feel openly and talk freely. This is why the counselling practice I am part of is called “Think Feel Talk”.
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My name Angela Stanton I have worked within the mental health field for more than 13 years; working in the statutory, voluntary and private sectors. I have a broad range of experience in complex mental health, substance use, mood disorder, eating issues and issues related to life adjustment and relational issues.
My name Angela Stanton I have worked within the mental health field for more than 13 years; working in the statutory, voluntary and private sectors. I have a broad range of experience in complex mental health, substance use, mood disorder, eating issues and issues related to life adjustment and relational issues.
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We offer a client focused non-judgemental confidential service with caring, experienced and fully qualified therapists. We work with both adults and children. If you are struggling with anxiety, depression, specific phobia, worry, addiction or trauma related problems, we can help you. Maria J is a dual qualified nurse with 35 years experience working in the NHS and private practice with both young people and adults experiencing a wide range of mental health difficulties. Mind Journey UK also provides individual, corporate and occupational stress control and training for businesses as well as providing court reports for solicitors.
We offer a client focused non-judgemental confidential service with caring, experienced and fully qualified therapists. We work with both adults and children. If you are struggling with anxiety, depression, specific phobia, worry, addiction or trauma related problems, we can help you. Maria J is a dual qualified nurse with 35 years experience working in the NHS and private practice with both young people and adults experiencing a wide range of mental health difficulties. Mind Journey UK also provides individual, corporate and occupational stress control and training for businesses as well as providing court reports for solicitors.
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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.