Alcoholism

Understanding Alcoholism

Alcoholism is a chronic disease that affects millions of individuals and their families. It is characterized by an inability to control alcohol consumption despite harmful consequences. Alcoholism can lead to physical, emotional, and social problems, often requiring professional intervention to overcome.

The Role of Therapy in Recovery

Counselling is essential in the recovery process. It helps individuals understand the root causes of their addiction, learn how to manage cravings, and develop healthier coping mechanisms. Therapy also offers support for dealing with emotional triggers that may lead to relapse.

Building a Support System

Therapists help individuals build a strong support system, whether through family involvement or support groups. This network provides the encouragement needed to stay on the path to recovery.

Long-Term Recovery Strategies

Therapy focuses on long-term recovery by helping individuals create relapse prevention plans, develop new habits, and regain control of their lives.

  • Understanding addiction
  • Developing coping strategies
  • Building a support system
  • Long-term recovery planning
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Andy Wolage Brighton

Andy Wolage

Therapeutic Counsellor

Sometimes life is really hard. Everything feels like too much. We can get overwhelmed with guilt for not coping, shame for having failed in the past and sometimes we can end up not really liking ourselves very much. We might self medicate with substances or other behaviours which we know don't really help, but they seem better than nothing. But they just perpetuate the cycle. I can offer you a safe, non-judgemental and confidential space to organise and reframe those overwhelming feelings and see the wood for the trees. I can help you understand yourself better and to begin to look in the mirror and like what you see. 

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Sharon Twomey Brighton

Sharon Twomey

Psychotherapeutic counsellor

I’m Sharon, a qualified psychotherapeutic counsellor offering short and long term therapy across Brighton and Hove both in person and online. My work is trauma-informed and rooted in compassion, supporting adults facing challenges such as anxiety, depression, grief, addiction, stress, and relational difficulties.My approach is deeply empathic and nurturing, blending warmth with thoughtful challenge. I offer a confidential space where you can feel held with care as you reflect, engage with difficult emotions, and begin the journey toward meaningful and lasting change.

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