Fareham Counselling Centre · Hampshire

Counselling, CBT & Hypnotherapy for Dependency Hampshire

Practical, non-judgemental support to change patterns that have taken hold — in Fareham or online.

When something that once helped starts to take over

It might have started as a way to relax, switch off or get through a hard time. A drink after work, a flutter, a few more minutes online. Then, slowly, it became harder to stop, and started costing you more than it gave back.

Dependency is not a weakness or a lack of willpower. It is a pattern, and patterns can change. With a therapist in Fareham, or online, you can understand what is driving yours, handle cravings and triggers, and build a life that does not revolve around it.

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No judgement. No lectures. Just practical support to take back control.

Understanding the cycle

Most dependencies follow the same loop. Tap each step to see where therapy helps you break it.

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The trigger

Stress, boredom, loneliness, a certain place or time of day. Something sets off the urge, often before you have even noticed it.

How therapy helpsYou learn to spot your personal triggers early, and plan what to do instead when they show up.

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What dependency can look like

It can involve a substance or a behaviour. People come to us from Fareham, Portsmouth, Southampton and Gosport for things like these.

Alcohol and binge drinking Gambling Gaming and screen time Porn Food and sugar Shopping and spending Cannabis and other drugs Smoking and vaping Compulsive habits

Signs it may be time to get help

  • You have tried to cut down, and could not
  • You think about it a lot of the time
  • You hide how much you do it
  • It is affecting work, money or relationships
  • You need more to get the same feeling
  • You feel low or on edge without it
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How therapy can help

There is no single right way. On a free call we will help you find the approach that suits you.

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Counselling

Explore what sits underneath: stress, loss, trauma or loneliness. When the root eases, the need to escape often eases too.

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CBT

Practical tools to spot triggers, ride out cravings and change the thoughts and habits that keep the cycle going.

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Hypnotherapy

Works with the automatic part of you, to strengthen your motivation and calm the urge before it takes hold.

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If your dependency started after something painful, EMDR can help you process it so it stops driving the behaviour.

Alcohol or drugs? Talk to your GP too

If you drink heavily or use drugs every day, stopping suddenly can be dangerous. Please speak to your GP before you cut down, so it can be done safely. Therapy works well alongside medical support. These free services can also help:

0300 123 1110Drinkline, for alcohol worries 0300 123 6600FRANK, for drugs advice, 24 hours 0808 8020 133National Gambling Helpline, 24 hours 116 123Samaritans, free, any time
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“I can’t thank Sue and James enough for their care, kindness and generosity of spirit, helping me in my journey for positive change from within.”

Deena, Fareham
Non-judgementalQualified, experienced therapists
From £72Counselling. CBT and hypnotherapy from £90
In person or onlineFareham, Hampshire, or by video
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Questions about dependency support

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Do I have to stop before I start therapy?
No. You can start wherever you are. Some people want to stop completely, others want to cut down or get back in control. Your therapist will work with your goals. If alcohol or drugs are involved, please also speak to your GP.
Will I be judged?
Never. Our therapists understand that dependency often grows out of stress, pain or difficult experiences. You will be met with understanding, not blame.
Which therapy is best for dependency?
It depends on you. CBT is practical and structured, counselling explores what lies underneath, and hypnotherapy works on motivation and cravings. Many people benefit from a combination. We will help you choose on your free call.
How many sessions will I need?
It varies. Some people notice a real difference within a few sessions, while longer-standing patterns can take more time. Your therapist will review your progress with you as you go.
Can you help if someone I love has a dependency?
Yes. Living with someone else's dependency can be exhausting. Counselling gives you space to look after yourself, set boundaries and decide what you need.
How much does it cost?
Counselling starts from £72 a session, and CBT and hypnotherapy from £90. Online and in-person sessions cost the same, and your first 15 minute call is free and confidential. See all our prices.
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The first step can be a short conversation

A free, confidential 15 minute call. Tell us what is going on, and we will help you find the right therapist, in Fareham or online.

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