Brendan Georgeson (Federation Of Drug And Alcohol Professionals)

Carpe Diem Therapy Centre
39 Broad Street
Staple Hill
Bristol
BS16 5LP
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Addiction can be viewed as a continued involvement with a substance or activity despite the negative consequences associated with it. Pleasure, enjoyment or relief from actual or perceived ailments would have originally been sought; however, over a period of time involvement with the substance or activity is needed to feel normal. Some psychology professionals and many laypeople now mean 'addiction' to include abnormal psychological dependency on such things as gambling, video games, food, sex, pornography, computers, internet, work, exercise, adrenaline, idolizing, watching TV or certain types of non-pornographic videos, spiritual obsession, self-injury and shopping.
This extract was taken from Wikipedia as a useful summary of addiction http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Addiction



There are some really useful websites for you to make an informed self analysis of your drinking

How many units did you drink last night? Find out with the easy to use Drinkaware calculator

http://www.drinkaware.co.uk/tips-and-tools/drink-diary/

You can try the 12 questions on the Alcoholics Anonymous website

http://www.aa.org/subpage.cfm?page=71

Here’s the official UK NHS website    
 Are you drinking too much?

If you are worried about the amount you’re drinking, take this short test.

It’ll help you assess the effects of your drinking and if it suggests your drinking too much you’ll get advice on how to cut down or seek further help

http://www.nhs.uk/Tools/Pages/Alcoholcalculator.aspx

This next site is the official American government website

For anyone who drinks, this site offers valuable, research-based information. What do you think about taking a look at your drinking habits and how they may affect your health? Rethinking Drinking can help you get started.

For the final word in alcohol problems tests here’s the official World Health Organisation’s test. The language can be technical as it’s designed for use by professionals, but don’t let that deter you. It’s worth doing as it’s backed up with some scientific research.

Alcohol Use Disorders Identification Test (AUDIT).  AUDIT was tested on a sample of 913 drinking patients, and has 92% sensitivity and specificity of 94% using the ≥8/40 threshold.

http://www.patient.co.uk/doctor/Alcohol-Use-Disorders-Identification-Test-(AUDIT).htm 

If after reading this information you feel you would benefit from a consultation regarding your drinking please contact me at either the mobile number or email address above.

For some people depression can be debilitating

Depression self-assessment test

This is for information only and is not intended to replace a consultation with a GP. The PHQ was developed by Drs Robert L Spitzer, Janet B.W. Williams, Kurt Kroenka and colleagues with a grant from Pfizer Inc. Reproduced with permission.

http://www.nhs.uk/Tools/Pages/depression.aspx

If after reading this information you feel you would benefit from a consultation please contact me at either the mobile number or email address above.


Some people suffer greatly with anger/rage.

Anger can destroy relationships and have terrible consequences. Frequently those closest to us are on the receiving end of anger that they don't deserve. Check out this really useful NHS page if you feel anger is an issue for you

http://www.nhs.uk/conditions/anger-management/Pages/Introduction.aspx

If after reading this information you feel you would benefit from a consultation please contact me at either the mobile number or email address above

Training, Qualifications & Experience

I have over 10 years experience of working in rehabs as a qualified addictions counsellor specialising in alcohol/drug and other addiction issues including; anger management, relationship issues and bereavement.

I have a BSc (Hons) in Addiction Counselling from the University of Bath and I am an accredited member of FDAP (Federation of Drug and Alcohol Professionals). My training includes CBT (Cognitive Behavioural Therapy), MI (Motivational Interviewing) and RP (Relapse Prevention). I am currently over half way through my masters degree with the University of the West of England.
 
In addition to working with addiction I also work with dual diagnosed clients - those who are experiencing mental illness as well as addiction issues. I don't offer magic cures but I have experience of facilitating symptom relief and helping clients to reduce anxiety, improve self-esteem and confidence.

Areas of counselling I deal with

Other areas of counselling I deal with

As well as drug and alcohol issues I have experience of working with sex addiction (pornography addiction), eating disorders, mental illness, abuse issues, trauma, gambling and codependancy

Therapies Offered

Fees

sessions are £40 per hour which includes the use of the Carpe Diem Therapy Centre http://www.carpediemtherapies.webeden.co.uk/ Parking is out front and free!

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