➟ build healthier habits
➟ shift mindset to WANT to be sober
➟ do in 4 months what took me 4 years
My approach draws influence from the mindfulness-based addiction recovery (MBAR) model, developed by an NHS doctor and a Buddhist leader. MBAR is endorsed by world-renowned addiction expert Dr Gabor Maté.
Traditional recovery programmes have a relapse rate as high as 60% in the first year. [mindfulness & substance use, NLM 2018 study]
Mindfulness rewires the brain, so that you get to a point where you're at ease without using substances.
Socrates
If there's one thing I've learned over the past few years, it is exactly that.
Substance use can not only wreak havoc in every area of life – health, relationships, finances, career. It can cause you to forget all about the dreams you once had. Dreams that are actually within your reach.
That's why I developed my DREAM method ™ – a coaching framework with five pillars to help you shift to a healthier lifestyle:
➟ Discovery: reconnect with your life vision
➟ Reflection: on your barriers to reaching it
➟ Exploration: values + triggers + options
➟ Action: create the conditions for change
➟ Maintenance: relapse prevention plan
Henry – client
You may have already attempted to make changes, but find that you're repeating behaviours that you want to stop.
Coaching sessions with me are a space to ignite positive change in your life. They're also about accountability – ensuring that you stay on track in working towards where you want to be.
I support you to build healthier habits, raise your self-awareness, cultivate self-love and move towards living your life with more purpose.
All of these are the ingredients for lasting change.
Get Unstuck is a 12-week coaching programme, designed to get you to a place where you are stronger, happier and healthier.
It's about laying the foundations and creating the conditions for lasting change.
What you get:
→ weekly 1:1 coaching sessions
→ WhatsApp support & accountability
→ tools & activities in between sessions
→ resources
→ signposting
A recovery coach supports you in your journey of recovery from addiction or other life challenges. We provide support and accountability to help you achieve positive long-term change and to be stronger, happier and healthier.
No, recovery coaching is not a substitute. But it can complement therapy, or work well afterwards, as it is forward-looking and action-focused.
Recovery coaching focuses on specific goals related to personal growth and is about the present and the future. Therapy, on the other hand, usually explores underlying psychological issues, with a significant focus on past events.
Anyone who is committed to overcoming addiction or compulsive behaviours, or committed to making positive changes. This includes individuals in early recovery, those who have relapsed, anyone seeking to maintain long-term sobriety, or anyone affected by bad habits who is looking to live a healthier and happier life.
I primarily help men who have already engaged with therapy or a recovery programme in some way. But I am open to working with people from all backgrounds; please don't hesitate to get in touch.
My signature programme Get Unstuck is 12 weekly sessions over three months. However, I appreciate that in some cases fortnightly or monthly sessions might be more suitable. I'm flexible and open to discussing this.
The majority of my coaching sessions take place online, via Zoom or Google Meet. If you are based in London and would prefer to meet in person, let me know and we can arrange this.
No. We will work together to create your bespoke plan to move towards a lifestyle that supports sobriety. In some cases, sobriety might not be your goal, or what you feel you need. And that's ok.
That's ok. You're human. Relapse is a part of the process. We'll start by practicing acceptance and forgiveness. Then we'll work together to understand your triggers and develop new strategies. My coaching is about looking forwards, not backwards.
It is an approach to recovery developed by an NHS physician (specialising in addiction) and a Buddhist leader (Chair of the Vancouver Buddhist Centre). MBAR is endorsed by world-renowned addiction expert Dr Gabor Maté.
It means starting and ending each session with a 3-minute breathing exercise. This is optional but highly recommended. It also means focusing heavily on mindfulness-based activities which have been proven to support long-term behavioural change.
Fill in the application form below – then I'll be in touch (usually within 24hrs) to book your free 30min discovery call.