You may be feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or emotionally exhausted

You might be struggling with anxiety, depression, addiction, or feeling caught in patterns that repeat in your relationships. You may find yourself overthinking, shutting down emotionally, or relying on coping strategies that no longer feel sustainable.

Many of the people I work with feel a deep sense of shame, low self-worth, or emotional disconnection — often feeling like they are "holding it together" on the outside while struggling internally.

Therapy can offer a space to slow things down, understand what is happening beneath the surface, and begin to make meaningful change.

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Specialist Trauma & Addiction
Psychotherapist in London

Professional Qualifications & Registration

MBACP Accredited - Member #395452
Post-Induction Therapy (PIT) Trained
Specialties: Trauma, Addiction, Co-dependency

I am a trauma-informed psychotherapist specialising in addiction recovery, gambling addiction, ketamine addiction, codependency, attachment wounds, shame, emotional regulation, anxiety, depression, and relationship difficulties.

I also work extensively with clients experiencing anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, and relationship challenges — whether these occur alongside addiction or as standalone difficulties.

My aim is to help you understand the patterns that are keeping you stuck, and to support you in developing healthier ways of coping, relating, and regulating your emotions.

Specialist experience in addiction treatment settings

I have extensive clinical experience working within specialist addiction services, including:

  • Nightingale Hospital
  • Priory Hospital North London

Within these settings I have supported individuals through:

  • Detoxification and early recovery
  • Relapse prevention work
  • Emotional regulation and trauma processing
  • Co-occurring anxiety, depression, and relationship difficulties

How therapy with me can help

Together we can work on:

  • Understanding your patterns — Exploring the emotional and developmental roots of addiction, anxiety, or relational difficulties.
  • Breaking cycles — Identifying triggers, behaviours, and coping strategies that keep you stuck.
  • Reducing shame and self-criticism — Working with the inner critic and developing greater self-compassion.
  • Building emotional regulation — Learning to manage difficult emotions without avoidance, suppression, or addictive coping.
  • Improving relationships — Exploring attachment patterns, boundaries, and codependency dynamics.

Who I work with

I support adults experiencing:

Addiction and relapse patterns Gambling addiction Anxiety and overwhelm Depression and low mood Trauma and attachment wounds Codependency and relationship difficulties Shame and low self-esteem Emotional regulation difficulties

My approach

I work in a relational, trauma-informed way, creating a safe and consistent therapeutic space where deeper emotional work can take place.

I integrate approaches including CBT, psychodynamic therapy, and humanistic practice, alongside specialist training in the Post-Induction Therapy (PIT) model developed by Pia Mellody.

This approach supports understanding how early relational experiences and attachment wounds can continue to shape thoughts, emotions, and behaviours in adulthood.

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Specialist Support

Addiction Therapist in London

Struggling with addiction can feel isolating and overwhelming. I provide compassionate, evidence-based therapy for individuals facing substance and behavioural addictions. With extensive experience at the Priory Hospital and Nightingale Hospital, I offer a safe space to explore the root causes of addiction and begin the journey to recovery.

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How Addiction Therapy Can Help

Understanding Your Addiction

Explore the underlying emotional and psychological factors driving addictive behaviours, from developmental trauma to co-dependency patterns.

Relapse Prevention Strategies

Build practical coping skills and develop a personalised toolkit to manage triggers, reduce cravings, and maintain long-term sobriety.

Healing Relationships

Address co-dependency, love addiction, and relationship patterns affected by addiction. Rebuild trust with yourself and loved ones.

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Alcohol Addiction Support

Alcohol Addiction Counselling in London

Alcohol dependency can creep up gradually, affecting your health, relationships, and career. Whether you're concerned about your drinking or seeking support for a loved one, I offer confidential, non-judgemental alcohol addiction therapy tailored to your needs.

One-to-One Therapy

Confidential 50-minute sessions exploring your relationship with alcohol, identifying triggers, and developing healthy coping mechanisms.

Family & Partner Support

Guidance for families affected by a loved one's drinking. Understand enabling behaviours and learn how to offer constructive support.

Relapse Prevention

Develop a sustainable recovery plan with practical tools to maintain sobriety and navigate high-risk situations confidently.

I have worked extensively with alcohol dependency at both the Priory Hospital and Nightingale Hospital, helping clients at all stages of recovery — from early intervention to long-term sobriety maintenance.

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Drug Addiction Recovery

Drug Addiction Therapy in London

Drug addiction affects every aspect of life — from physical health to emotional wellbeing, relationships, and finances. I provide specialist therapy for those struggling with drug dependency, combining clinical expertise with genuine empathy gained through years working in treatment settings.

Our Approach to Drug Addiction

My integrative approach addresses both the addiction itself and the underlying trauma or emotional pain that often drives substance use. Drawing on Post-Induction Therapy (PIT), CBT, and psychodynamic approaches, sessions are tailored to your unique circumstances.

  • Prescription drug dependency
  • Recreational drug issues (cocaine, cannabis, etc.)
  • Polysubstance use
  • Dual diagnosis (addiction + mental health)
  • Aftercare and ongoing recovery support

Experienced Clinical Background

With a background in primary treatment at Priory Hospital North London and ongoing work at the Nightingale Hospital in Marylebone, I have deep experience in addiction treatment — from detox support through to long-term recovery planning.

"I work in a very caring, understanding and kind way to foster and begin a therapeutic relationship that supports lasting change."

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Ketamine Addiction Support

Ketamine Addiction Therapy in London

Ketamine use has risen significantly in recent years, and what may begin recreationally can quickly spiral into dependency. I provide specialist, confidential therapy for ketamine addiction, drawing on extensive experience in addiction treatment settings to help you break free and rebuild.

Understanding Ketamine Addiction

Psychological Dependency

Ketamine can create powerful psychological cravings. I help you understand the emotional drivers behind your use and develop healthier coping strategies.

Physical Health Impact

Chronic ketamine use can cause serious bladder, kidney, and urinary tract damage. Early intervention through therapy can support both physical recovery and abstinence.

Mental Health Effects

Ketamine use is linked to memory problems, dissociation, anxiety, and depression. Therapy addresses both the addiction and any co-occurring mental health concerns.

Relationship & Social Impact

Ketamine dependency can damage relationships, careers, and social connections. I help you repair these bonds and build a meaningful life in recovery.

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Signs You May Need Help

Using more ketamine than you intended, or for longer periods
Experiencing strong cravings or feeling unable to stop
Neglecting work, relationships, or responsibilities
Physical symptoms: bladder pain, frequent urination, cramps
Memory lapses, confusion, or feeling disconnected from reality
Using ketamine to escape difficult emotions or situations

In-person & online sessions available

Sex & Love Addiction Support

Sex & Love Addiction Therapy in London

Sex and love addiction can be deeply painful and isolating — marked by compulsive sexual behaviour, obsessive romantic patterns, and an intense fear of being alone. I provide specialist, confidential therapy to help you understand the root causes of these patterns and develop healthier, more fulfilling ways of relating to yourself and others.

Understanding Sex & Love Addiction

Compulsive Patterns

Sex and love addiction involves repeated patterns of compulsive sexual behaviour, obsessive romantic fantasies, or an overwhelming need for validation through relationships — despite negative consequences.

Rooted in Early Attachment

Many who struggle with these patterns have experienced childhood emotional neglect, abandonment, or inconsistent caregiving. My trauma-informed approach helps you trace these patterns back to their origins.

Intimacy & Avoidance

Beneath the surface often lies a deep fear of genuine intimacy — paired with an equally powerful fear of abandonment. Therapy helps you explore this push-pull dynamic with compassion and understanding.

Shame & Self-Worth

Shame is often the core driver of sex and love addiction. I provide a safe, non-judgemental space to work through these feelings and build genuine self-worth that isn't dependent on others.

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Signs You May Need Help

Engaging in sexual behaviour you feel unable to control, despite wanting to stop
Obsessively fantasising about romantic partners or unavailable people
Jumping from one intense relationship to another, avoiding being alone
Using sex or relationships to escape from painful emotions or emptiness
Feeling intense shame, guilt, or secrecy around your sexual behaviour
Neglecting responsibilities, health, or existing relationships due to these patterns

You Don't Have to Face This Alone

Recovery from sex and love addiction is possible. I integrate Post-Induction Therapy (PIT), psychodynamic, and trauma-informed approaches to support lasting change.

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You've Been the Giver, the Fixer, the One Who Holds It All Together

But deep down, you're tired. You're overwhelmed. And you're starting to wonder—what about me?

Codependency can look like:

  • Feeling responsible for everyone else's emotions
  • Saying yes when you want to say no
  • Shrinking yourself so others can shine
  • Doubting your feelings or constantly second-guessing yourself
  • Finding your worth in being needed
  • Feeling anxious when you try to set boundaries
  • Losing your sense of identity in relationships

If any of this sounds familiar, you're not alone—and you're not broken. You've been in survival mode. Codependency therapy can help you shift into something healthier, more grounded, and more you.

What Are the Signs of Codependency?

Recognizing the signs of codependency is a powerful first step toward healing—and toward creating relationships that feel balanced, safe, and mutual.

  • 1. People-Pleasing

    You say yes when you want to say no. You feel responsible for everyone's happiness. You equate being liked with being worthy.

  • 2. Lack of Boundaries

    You take on others' emotions and problems like they're your own. Saying no feels rude—even when you're overwhelmed.

  • 3. Fear of Rejection or Abandonment

    You avoid conflict at all costs. You worry that if you don't keep everyone happy, they'll leave.

  • 4. Over-Focus on Others

    You lose yourself in relationships—forgetting what you need, think, or feel because you're so tuned into everyone else.

  • 5. Difficulty Expressing Needs

    You feel guilty speaking up for yourself, like having needs makes you selfish or "too much."

  • 6. Struggles with Self-Worth

    No matter how much you give, it never feels like enough. You need others' approval to feel okay about yourself.

  • 7. Doubting Your Reality

    You second-guess your feelings. You trust others' opinions more than your own truth.

Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

Answers to the questions I hear most often from new clients

Still have questions? Richard is happy to answer them during a free, no-obligation consultation.

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Professional Therapy Services

Clear pricing and flexible formats to meet your needs. Free 15-minute consultation call available for all new clients to discuss your goals and answer any questions. Learn more about Richard or explore our specialized trauma intensive workshop.

Most Popular

Individual Therapy

50-minute sessions

Fees

Standard Fee: £95 per session
5% Discount Available

Book and pay for 8 sessions in advance - supporting consistency and commitment to your therapeutic process

Session Formats Available

In-Person Sessions
  • Personalized one-on-one sessions
  • Integrative approach (CBT, Humanistic, Psychodynamic)
  • Flexible scheduling (evenings available)
  • Anxiety, depression, trauma, addiction support

Payment & Insurance

FREE 15-min Consultation

Initial call to discuss your needs and answer questions

Payment Methods

  • Cash (in-person sessions)
  • Bank Transfer (preferred)
  • Debit/Credit Card

Insurance Accepted

  • AXA Health
  • Aviva
  • WPA
  • Vitality (check coverage)

We can provide detailed invoices for insurance reimbursement

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Cancellation Policy: 48 hours notice required for individual sessions, 24 hours for group sessions. Emergency appointments available when possible.

Transformative 3-Day Course

Trauma Intensive Workshop

A life changing opportunity to heal the past and reclaim your future.

This powerful 3-day immersive program is designed to break the cycle of developmental trauma, childhood neglect and emotional wounding experiences that often show up in adulthood as anxiety, depression, addictions and relationship struggles.

Whether you're feeling stuck in painful family dynamics, repeating toxic relationship patterns or simply yearning for more peace and authenticity in your life, this process offers a proven path toward emotional freedom and lasting change.

What You'll Gain

  • Clarity on how early wounds still shape your adult life
  • Tools to break free from shame, guilt and survival roles
  • A felt sense of release through deep emotional processing
  • The ability to set healthy boundaries with confidence
  • Greater compassion for your inner child—and your adult self

The Process

Day 1:
Psychoeducation, Inner Child & Constellation Work
Day 2:
Family of Origin Exploration
Day 3:
Feeling Reduction & Emotional Integration
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Workshop Details

Schedule

Contact for next available dates

Daily: 10:00 – 17:00

Location

TBA

Investment

£1,500

Workshop Fee

£300 Deposit Required

to secure your place

Limited Places: Small group size ensures a safe and intimate experience for deep healing work.

Ready to Begin Your Healing Journey?

Contact us to register or ask questions about the workshop

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Break Free from the Past & Create a More Authentic Future

Join us for this transformative 3-day trauma healing experience in Kensington, London

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Real stories

From people I've worked with

"Richard, thank you for all your support and kindness through this process could not have done it without you. See you around."
– Anonymous
Anxiety & Depression Support
"Dear Richard, Thank you for your kindness and warmth during every interaction I have had with you. I enjoy your style and approach in group therapy - just the right amount of compassion and challenge that gives a sense of safety in the room which is a gift."
– Anonymous
Addiction Recovery Group
"Richard, I find goodbyes difficult but I couldn't let you go without writing you a personal thank you for everything you've done for me. I still remember speaking to you on the phone a week before I came in and you made me feel calm and like there was hope. You are such a kind, caring and amazing person."
– Anonymous
Trauma & PTSD Recovery
"The free consultation call really helped me understand what to expect. Richard's approach felt right from day one, and I appreciated having both online and in-person options."
– Anonymous
Work Stress & Anxiety
"My insurance (Aviva) covered the sessions, which made ongoing therapy financially manageable. Richard helped with all the paperwork and invoicing."
– Anonymous
Relationship Counselling

Ready to start your own healing journey? Explore our therapy services, learn about our trauma workshop, or get in touch to book your free 15-minute consultation.

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Fitzrovia Office

19 Nassau Street,

Fitzrovia, London W1W 7AF

Phone: 07932 329413

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Bromley Office

67-69 Widmore Road,

Bromley, BR1 3AA

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