Addiction

Addiction is defined as not having control over doing, taking or using something to the point where it could be damaging to you.

Addiction is most commonly associated with gambling, drugs, alcohol and smoking.

It’s possible, however, to be addicted to just about anything, including:

• Vaping
• Internet
• Sex
• Pornography
• Social Media
• Video Games
• Shopping

The strain of managing an addiction can seriously damage your work life and relationships. In the case of substance misuse, an addiction can have serious psychological and physical effects. Addiction has a lot of shame surrounding it so reaching out for help can be quite scary, however, there should be no shame in wanting to better yourself. Navigating and recovering from addiction can be extremely difficult by yourself, Harvest Therapy practitioners can help you on your journey, recovery can always be an option, no matter how long or short you have struggled with addiction.

Our Practitioners:

“Addiction is one of the most challenging and complicated themes many people face in therapy, usually because of the shameful, self-punishing voice that accompanies any movement towards finding different, healthier ways of coping. Whether you are working towards a new relationship with screen, food, alcohol, pornography, tobacco, vaping, sex or love relationships, my approach begins with validating the role of addiction in its first function which is usually to solve rather than pose a problem. Together we will offer the beliefs underpinning your addiction the time and attention they need before exploring how you can break the cycle and find a new way forward. I have experience of working with clients who are working through, or have completed, the Twelve Steps and find that therapy can sit well alongside this approach as well as being a stand-alone intervention.” Alexa Edelist, Psychotherapist and Couple Counsellor >