Addiction Therapy

“Addiction is manifested in any behaviour that a person craves, finds temporary relief or pleasure in but suffers negative consequences as a result of, and yet has difficulty giving up. In brief: craving, relief, pleasure, suffering, impaired control. Note that this definition is not restricted to drugs but could encompass almost any human behaviour, from sex to eating to shopping to gambling to extreme sports to TV to compulsive internet use: the list is endless.” Dr Gabor Mate

Addictions to substances like alcohol or drugs (both illegal and prescription) and behaviours such as sex, pornography, gambling, overeating, or shopping often begin as coping mechanisms to escape emotional pain. Over time, these coping strategies can turn into entrenched habits that disrupt the lives of those affected and impact their loved ones.

At Oxford House Therapy, we approach addiction with compassion and an understanding that these behaviours often arise as a response to life's challenges. Through therapy, alongside addiction programmes, we can help you explore the emotions underlying your addiction, address its root causes, and discover healthier ways to cope. Our goal is to support you in breaking free from addiction and reclaiming control of your life.

Other Issues

At Oxford House Therapy we address a wide variety of issues. You can learn more on our areas we work with page and our therapists' profiles provide details about each therapist's specific specialisms.