ichmond Addictions Specialist Counsellor 

Now more than ever people are living a life of physical and emotional distress. In these strange times it can be normal that people adapt a certain form of continuous habit which later has negative consequences in individual’s lives and also impacts their surrounding environment. Any individual who engages in a compulsive behaviour for a period of time and later develops negative consequences as well as finding it difficult to stop is termed as an addiction. Addictions are varied in nature and types and impacts individuals differently all across. Most commonly it is found that people are addicted to drugs, alcohol, porn and sex and gambling. All of these depict different signs and symptoms and hence their diagnosis and treatment followed. 

Recovery and Addiction

Recovery from any addiction can be a long and challenging road, especially if you do it alone. Thankfully, you don’t have to. The best way to a wholesome recovery is by admitting yourself and accepting your addiction and coming in terms with it. Here are some of the reasons on why one should seek an addictions counsellor/specialist when looking for help in such situations. We offer the following to support you in your journey of recovery- 

• Right Resources: People suffering from addiction, be it alcohol, drugs, sex, gambling, porn, smoking, etc. often suffer from other conditions. Depression, anxiety can be an underlying factor in addictions. Often, these conditions enable the person to engage in regular substance abuse. Hence, being able speak to your GP in conjunction with counselling sessions are extremely helpfulfor those who are feeling lost and they must be encouraged to seek help. 

• Right Treatment: While some people may need medication to deal with withdrawal, others may be able to stop cold turkey. Medical advice is recommended prior to giving up.We provide the personalised counselling sessions needed to assist in your recovery 

• Aftercare: Post care and continuous practice following withdrawal are critical aspects of recovery from any form of addiction. Our professional services have reached out to many people in similar situations and who are now more aware and in better control of their thoughts and feelings. We tailor an individual treatment plan to assist you with maintaining sobriety

My years working in addictions, skills and education allow me to offer you a wide range of techniques to address your addiction problems. For my perspective, this is your journey and you are my top priority. We believe that everyone is different and faces different life challenges. Therefore, I adopt a personalised holistic approach to tailor the addiction treatment process to suit the needs of each individual. My counselling sessions and psychotherapy sessions are evidence based  and helpful to many people and continue to do so. The aim is to offer safe and secure place for sharing and expressing thoughts and emotions for holistic understanding and offer specific and personalised approach to these treatment sessions. 

Richmond addictions counselling service

I aim at delivering the highest quality of counselling services in Richmond and make sure that my clients feel understood and educated at the same time. We also make sure that through these sessions the client regains their individual and best self and are able to improve their personal and professional working relationships. When you’re in the grip of drugs and alcohol or any addiction, it’s best if you get the treatment for it as soon as possible. But finding the right treatment is key to a quick and effective recovery. There is no instant cure for people suffering from any addiction. But having a plan and support system in place following therapy. 

To speak with me directly about your addiction please call me on 0418 720 176.