Supporting a loved one affected by addiction can be overwhelming, and many parents and carers feel unsure where to turn for help. Our one-to-one support provides a safe and confidential space where individuals can talk openly about their situation and receive guidance in a supportive environment.

Through one-to-one sessions, we offer practical and emotional support tailored to each person’s circumstances. This can help carers better understand the challenges they are facing and explore ways to cope with difficult situations.

One-to-one support can help with:

• talking through challenges in a safe, supportive setting

• understanding addiction and its impact on families

• building confidence and coping strategies

• accessing other services and support when needed

• reducing feelings of isolation.

Our aim is to ensure that carers feel heard, supported and better able to manage the challenges they face while supporting a loved one affected by addiction.

Confidential Support for Parents and Carers

Supporting a loved one affected by addiction can place enormous emotional pressure on families. Many parents and carers experience stress, anxiety, sadness and feelings of isolation while trying to cope with difficult and uncertain situations.

Our counselling service provides a safe, confidential and supportive space where carers can talk openly about their experiences and receive emotional support.

How Counselling Can Help

Counselling can help you:

• talk openly in a safe and non-judgemental environment

• manage stress, anxiety and emotional strain

• understand and cope with the impact addiction can have on family life

• develop coping strategies and resilience

• improve your own wellbeing while supporting a loved one

Types of Counselling Available

We aim to make counselling as accessible as possible and offer different options depending on individual circumstances.

Free Counselling

Where funding allows, we provide free counselling sessions for carers who may not otherwise be able to access support.

Part-Funded Counselling

Some sessions may be part-funded, meaning a small contribution helps support the service.

Private Counselling

Private counselling sessions are also available for those who would like additional support.

Who Can Access This Service

Our counselling service is available for:

• parents and carers

• family members affected by a loved one’s addiction

• individuals experiencing emotional stress linked to addiction within the family

Complementary Therapies

Supporting a loved one affected by addiction can be emotionally and physically exhausting. Many parents and carers experience high levels of stress, anxiety and worry while trying to cope with difficult situations.

Our complimentary therapy sessions provide carers with an opportunity to take time for themselves, relax and focus on their own wellbeing. These sessions are designed to help reduce stress and promote a sense of calm and balance.

Complimentary therapies can help with:

• reducing stress and anxiety

• improving relaxation and wellbeing

• taking time for self-care

• supporting emotional resilience during difficult times.

Sessions are delivered in a safe, welcoming and supportive environment, allowing carers to pause, recharge and look after their own health while supporting a loved one.

Access to complimentary therapies may be available free of charge where funding allows, or through part-funded sessions. We also offer reduced-rate sessions for private paying clients, helping ensure the service remains accessible to those who may benefit from additional wellbeing support.

Taking time to care for your own wellbeing can make a positive difference while supporting someone you love.

• Reflexology (1 Hour) £30

• Hot stones-back half an hour £20

• Hot stones body (1 hour) £30

• Hot stones body 90 minutes £45

• Deluxe pedicure with polish £25

• Deluxe pedicure with gel £30

• Express pedicure with gel £15

• Eyelash tint £5 (patch test 24 hours before)

• Eybrow tint £5 (patch test 24 hours before)

• Eyelash and brow tint £10

• Gel polish natural nail £15

• Gel polish (removal and polish) £20

supporting a loved one affected by addiction can feel overwhelming, and there may be times when you simply need someone to talk to. Our telephone support service provides a confidential and supportive space where carers can speak with someone who understands the challenges they are facing.

Telephone support allows parents and carers to access help when they may not be able to attend a group or appointment in person. Whether you need reassurance, emotional support, or guidance on a difficult situation, our team is here to listen.

Telephone support can help with:

• talking through difficult situations

• receiving emotional support and reassurance

• discussing concerns about a loved one affected by addiction

• accessing information about other support services

• reducing feelings of isolation.

Our aim is to ensure that carers feel supported and have someone they can turn to when they need help.

Supporting a loved one affected by addiction can feel overwhelming and isolating. Many parents and carers struggle to talk openly about their experiences and may feel that others do not fully understand what they are going through.

Our peer support groups provide a safe, welcoming and confidential space where carers can meet others facing similar challenges. By sharing experiences and supporting one another, people often feel less alone and more able to cope with the pressures they face.

The groups offer an opportunity to:

• talk openly in a non-judgemental environment

• connect with others who understand the challenges of addiction in families

• share experiences and coping strategies

• build supportive relationships within the community.

Many carers find that meeting others with shared experiences helps reduce feelings of isolation and provides reassurance during difficult times.

If you are supporting a loved one affected by addiction, you are not alone, and our peer support groups are here to help.