WHAT HELP IS OUT THERE?

AA and NA Somewhere in the world, an AA (Alcoholics Anonymous) meeting is always happening. They are now taking place on Zoom.

Find a therapist A good place to start is the website for BACP (bacp. co.uk) and UKCP (psychotherapy. org.uk). Make sure your chosen therapist specialises in addiction, and has relevant qualifications: not just offering “addiction” as one of many areas of expertise.

Book into a detox clinic From Paracelsus to the Priory, there are many private facilities out there. Some are covered by health insurance – check your policy.