Addiction Counselling Services in London

There is nothing simple about addiction. It is a complicated problem unique to each addict. The causes of addiction are complex and sometimes difficult to understand.

Addiction is widespread throughout most communities of the world. It occurs at all levels of society. Despite this, there is a great deal of misunderstanding about addiction. The concept of addiction as a psychological problem is a relatively new one. People once saw addiction as a personality flaw or a sign of weakness. This stigma still persists in society today and is a major challenge for addicts and the people who treat them. The origins of addiction are now believed to be much more complicated – psychological, physiological and even genetic. Addiction is complicated on many levels.

What types of addiction can counselling help?

Many people know that counselling is often used to help with alcohol or drug dependence issues. However, therapy can also help with other addiction problems like:

prescription medication
the internet
sex
pornography
shopping
food
gambling
work
exercise

And there are many others. The counsellors at our London practice have experience helping people overcome many types of addiction problems.

What to expect from addiction counselling with One Therapy London

Whether you believe you have an addiction or not, addiction counselling can help identify any potential issues and explore underlying causes of any addictive behaviour. Once an addiction has been acknowledged, great commitment and determination is required from the addicted person, as treating addiction through therapy can be challenging. However, successful treatment of addiction is possible. Counselling sessions for addictions and addictive behaviour are based at our central London practice, just a few minutes from Oxford Circus. Throughout the counselling process, your therapist will help you recognise the thought, feeling and behavioural patterns that contribute to your addiction. There are different ways counselling can help with addiction and several types of therapy that might be used for addiction problems. Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), for example, uses tools and techniques to help you stop addictive behaviour. Certain addictions will need specialist treatment and, in some cases, longer-term residential care. Coming off long-term use of certain substances (like heroin and alcohol) can be life-threatening and may require medical support. Your addiction therapist will help guide you through what to expect and help you cope with whatever treatment is right for you. Addiction problems can break up families, damage communities and destroy lives. In some ways, addiction touches us all. To speak with us in confidence about your addiction issues, call 0333 207 9330 or get in touch for an appointment at one of our central London counselling practices. Addiction counselling is often the first step to regaining control of your life.

Conquering addiction is not easy, but with the right kind of therapy and support successful treatment of addiction is possible.

Getting started

Your first appointment will provide an opportunity to discuss your hopes in therapy and to consider what kind of addiction treatment is the right kind of help for your needs. learn more about therapy for addiction in London →

One Therapy London

To make a first appointment, we may be reached by telephone or email. Appointments are usually available within one week, though we sometimes operate a short waiting list. go here for information on how to get in touch →

Counselling for individuals

Personal counselling can be about anything that is on your mind.

Couples counselling

Couples counselling provides space for couples to discuss problems in their relationship and find solutions.

Our therapists

We have over 30 qualified and experienced therapists to choose from.

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In-person and online counselling with London-based therapists

Nina Jacobson

Nina is an integrative psychotherapist who creates a safe, non-judgmental space in which clients feel comfortable to explore their thoughts, feelings and patterns of behaviour Nina recognises that it can be useful to talk to someone outside your circle of friends and family to gain an understanding of your challenges and emotions She helps clients think about their...

Oxford Circus

Berrak Damla Çiftcioğlu

Damla offers psychodynamic psychotherapy in a supportive and confidential environment where you can explore the emotions, behaviours and challenges shaping your life Her approach focuses on understanding the deeper, often unconscious factors influencing your thoughts and experiences Whether you’re navigating a specific situation or grappling with long-standing personal...

Oxford Circus

Gregory Hamlin

Gregory is a psychodynamic therapist offering both short-term and long -term therapy to individuals He appreciates how difficult it can be to seek help and therefore places great importance on creating a warm, empathic and safe space for clients to explore whatever is on their minds Gregory helps individuals uncover and understand the underlying patterns that shape...

Oxford Circus

Lara Vasey

Lara is an integrative therapist who offers short- and longer-term therapy to individuals Starting therapy can feel daunting, but Lara’s warm demeanour helps her clients feel more comfortable She creates a confidential and non-judgemental environment, which enables her clients to open up about their thoughts, feelings and experiences With empathy and curiosity, her...

Kensington / Notting Hill

Antonella Bonetti

Antonella is a psychodynamic therapist offering short- and long-term therapy to adults She also sees couples facing issues within their relationship Since obtaining her Master’s degree in Psychodynamic Counselling and Psychotherapy, Antonella has worked in different organisational settings (charities, NHS and university counselling services) helping people from...

Bloomsbury

Michelle Taylor

Michelle is an accredited psychodynamic therapist providing a calm and confidential space to allow her clients to unravel their deepest anxieties whilst feeling understood Michelle has particular experience working with adults experiencing bereavement and loss, anxiety, and depression Michelle also works with clients with work related issues, relationship issues and those...

Oxford Circus

Tom Deitch

Tom is a popular and approachable psychotherapist who has extensive experience working with people from a variety of social and cultural backgrounds He brings a wealth of life experience, training and understanding to his work, offering help with depression, trauma, anxiety, abuse, sexual problems, addiction, relationship difficulties and many of the other obstacles life...

Oxford Circus

Shelley Klein

As a psychodynamic therapist Shelley brings a wealth of experience to her work and supports her patients to talk about those aspects of their lives they are finding painful, upsetting or difficult to deal with, in a confidential, non-judgmental and peaceful setting Shelley is particularly interested in working with those who are experiencing depression, bereavement, high...

Bloomsbury

Stamatia Lorentzou

A senior therapist, Stamatia has been with One Therapy London for many years She holds a doctorate in counselling psychology and is a registered psychotherapist Stamatia knows it can be difficult to understand or cope with the strong feelings that life’s experiences can sometimes bring Talking with an experienced therapist is a way of thinking things through and...

Bloomsbury

Asma Gharbi

Asma offers psychodynamic, humanistic and integrative therapies to individuals and couples She tailors her approach to meet the needs and preferences of her clients She offers short and long term therapy Asma provides a non-judgemental space for her clients, where they can feel safe to explore their feelings, make sense of their experiences and forge deep lasting...

Oxford Circus

Kensington / Notting Hill