Daniel Gilsenan - Addiction and Recovery Coach, Psychotherapist - Angel, Fitzrovia, Online

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About the Therapist

About the therapist:

Understand yourself to transform your life: take back control from addictive substances and behaviours.

I am a highly trained psychodynamic psychotherapist and recovery specialist with many years experience working in both clinical and corporate/organisational settings.

My approach is unique in that I combine deep experience of these two worlds – the commercial and the clinical/therapeutic – so I understand and can help you manage the sometimes intense pressures of these challenging environments.

I can help you understand the causes of your addiction (hint: it’s not that you’re a terrible person). I will then walk beside you as you work through dependency and replace it with fresh beliefs and behaviours which promote wellbeing and flourishing in place of corrosion and destruction.

Experience unparalleled support tailored to your unique needs. Take back your power and reconnect with loved ones and interests, and rediscover meaning and purpose in your life.

What do you stand to gain?

A sense of control over addictive substances or compulsive behaviours

A renewed sense of control over your life

Relief from feelings of judgment, blame and self-doubt

Recovery of self-esteem and self confidence

An understanding of the social and neuro-biological mechanisms of substance addiction

A return to a sense of balance and a renewed sense of purpose and meaning

Help to rebuild relationships in your personal and working life

Help to understand and connect with peer support or individual psychotherapeutic services for longer-term recovery support

Sexual identity:

Gender identity: Male

Gender history: As assigned at birth

Non-monogamy: Yes

Intersex: No

Neurodivergent: No

Qualifications - Links to websites:

I am a qualified and accredited psychodynamic psychotherapist, registered with the British Psychoanalytic Council (registration number 48264)

I am also an accredited coach, registered with the European Mentoring and Coaching Council (registration number EIA20217031)

You can view my psychotherapy profile here.

Qualifications - Additional:

Award	Awarding body
Intercultural Psychodynamic Psychotherapy	The Tavistock Centre
MSc Psychodynamic Psychotherapy	The Tavistock Centre
Certificate, Counselling and Psychotherapy	The Tavistock Centre
MSC Organisational and Social Psychology	The London School of Economics and Political Science

Experience and approach:

What is psychoanalytically informed addiction and recovery coaching?

Psychoanalytically informed addiction and recovery coaching offers a nuanced approach to addressing the complexities of addiction and the journey to recovery. By delving into the underlying psychological roots and unconscious dynamics driving addictive behaviours, we go beyond surface-level interventions to explore the deeper layers of emotional pain, trauma, and unresolved conflicts that often underlie substance abuse or addictive patterns. Through compassionate inquiry and introspection, clients are guided to uncover the hidden motivations and triggers contributing to their addictive cycles.

Psychoanalytically informed coaching fosters a safe and supportive environment in which individuals can explore their inner worlds, confront difficult truths, and develop healthier coping mechanisms and self-regulation skills.

By addressing the psychological, emotional, and relational aspects of addiction, clients embark on a transformative journey towards healing, self-discovery, and sustainable recovery, ultimately reclaiming agency over their lives and forging a path towards long-term wellness and fulfilment.

Approaches:

Attachment theory (Psychodynamic)
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
Neurodivergent
Person-Centred
Psychodynamic
Psychodynamic (Freudian)

Marginalised groups:

BDSM | Kink
Bi- | Pansexual
Consensual non-monogamy
Neurodivergent
Non-binary | Genderqueer
Queer
Questioning
Trans

Relationship styles:

One to one

Access:

No adaptation

Age ranges:

Adults
Seniors (60+)
Young adults (16-24)

Online status:

Online
In Person

The first session is complementary and obligation-free.

If you decide to work with me, my fee is £960 for an eight session package. This might seem onerous, but experience shows that change takes time, and an up-front commitment is an essential foundation of support to help you move forward.

Sessions are 60 minutes and will be weekly to begin with, then less frequent in the later stages, so that your 8 session package will usually run for 3 to 4 months.

Once you have completed your 8 session package you can book ad-hoc sessions when needed, at a rate of £120 per 'off-peak' session.

I offer a limited number of reduced rate sessions based on need and economic resources, so please get in touch even if these rates seem beyond your reach.

Gosfield Street, Camden, Central London W1W 6HE, United Kingdom

Email: hello@danielgilsenan.com

Phone: 07352347588

Website:

http://www.danielgilsenan.com