The dangers and physical impact of methadrone
Mephadrone is becoming increasingly popular because it is cheap and readily available on the internet. People also feel it’s okay to take it because it is legal. An experienced London psychologist can help you to examine the reasons why you feel the need to take it, in a relaxing, non-confrontational and confidential environment. How safe […]
Crystal meth, dangerous and addictive
Crystal meth is one of the most addictive party drugs used by gay men; it is particularly prevalent in urban centres, and has high recidivism rates. It is often taken at chill-outs and sex parties organised through social media dating apps, and can be particularly dangerous when combined with other drugs such GHB, Ecstasy and […]
Chemsex and Gay men
Chem sex has been receiving significant mainstream media coverage recently, though is still primarily an issue affecting urban gay men and one for which they may benefit from a London psychologist for gay people. A definition Chem sex describes the use of drugs within a sexual context, particularly at chill-outs and in group sex environments, […]
The dangers of Gina (GHB)
The club drug ‘G’ is often better known by the name ‘GHB’ and is also a date rape drug, administered by liquid, pill, capsule or powder. A London psychologist, specialising in drug addiction or drug abuse, would help you to realise if you are a user, that there may well be a serious underlying psychological […]
Gay men and suicidal thoughts: by a London psychologist for gay people
Amongst gay men as a cohort, suicidal thoughts are surprisingly common. For many, the experience is so overwhelming that they feel they have no other option but to end their life. However, with the right support and treatment most people get beyond these feelings, and the sense of overwhelming negativity passes. London psychotherapy and counselling […]
Borderline personality disorder and gay men: a London counsellor for gay people explains
What is it? Borderline personality disorder (BPD) is one of a range of mental health problems whose behaviours can impact negatively on both your private and professional life. It is a serious mental illness characterised by instability of mood, self-image and behaviour. The word ‘borderline’ is used in the title of this disorder because it […]
Avoidant Personality Disorder counselling in London
What is it? Avoidant personality disorder is one of several personality disorders which leave sufferers unable to live a full and productive life. Sufferers experience entrenched feelings of inadequacy which leave them socially inhibited and extremely vulnerable to the opinions of others. These feelings result in sufferers often choosing to avoid work, school or any […]
Narcissistic personality disorder and gay men – a view from a leading London psychologist for gay community
Narcissistic personality disorder is a condition often erroneously mistaken for overconfidence or conceitedness. Sufferers will often monopolise conversations, belittle others, freely express their sense of superiority and entitlement and become depressed, angry or abusive in the face of perceived criticism which raises feelings of insecurity and shame. There is a theory that gay men may […]
Heroin, addiction and health issues…can a London psychologist help?
Smoking, injecting or snorting heroin risks serious illness or injury to the heart, lungs, brain, intestines or kidneys that could lead to death or long term impairment. Psychotherapy in London can help you. Before taking heroin Heroin can rob you of your physical and mental strength. A lapse in morals, relationship breakdown and financial ruin […]
Cocaine addiction and the gay community
Within the GLBT community, levels of cocaine addiction remain stubbornly high, particularly among gay men, with cocaine increasingly recognised as both highly addictive and dangerous. A London psychotherapist will not make judgement, simply help you to overcome addiction difficulties. If you have a problem with cocaine abuse, counselling and psychotherapy in London for gay men […]