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We used to lock alcoholics in asylums. We used to tell them they were weak. Sinful. That if they really wanted to stop, they would. That their drinking was a choice — and a selfish one at that. For most of human history, that was the full extent of our understanding. No research. No treatment. No compassion. Just judgement. And the consequences were devastating — not just for the alcoholic, but for everyone who loved them. Because when you believe someone is choosing destruct

A deeper dive behind the ‘Exploring Addiction’ series What rationalism did for witches, psychology has done for alcoholics — saved many souls from the baying crowd. We’ve been drinking for as long as we’ve been human. Alcohol predates recorded history, woven into ritual, celebration, and everyday life across every culture. But for most of that history, the person who couldn’t stop drinking was met not with compassion, but with contempt. They were weak. Sinful. A drain on soci

Why do people become addicted? Why can’t they just stop? And why does it matter how we answer those questions? Seven weeks. Seven posts. One of the most important conversations we can have. Follow along and please share with anyone you think might benefit.

As many of you know, 10 years ago I left my business career and following extensive training, study, and personal healing/development, 3 years ago I began working as a counsellor, supporting people through some of life’s most difficult experiences — addiction, anxiety, depression, spiritual emergency, bereavement, self-harm, suicidal thoughts, and much more. Over the coming weeks I’ll be sharing my perspective on some of these issues — starting with addiction. In the meanwhil

Meet Fudge, our unofficial co-therapist. For clients who love dogs, Fudge is sometimes available to lie quietly at your feet during sessions. There’s something wonderfully healing about the presence of a calm, gentle animal- no judgment, no agenda, just warmth. Fudge has been doing this for years and takes her job very seriously (as you can tell from her uniform ). If you’re curious about whether a dog-friendly session might be right for you, feel free to ask when you book.