Mr Derek Flint

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Addiction and Sexually Compulsive Behaviour Therapist 

About me and my practice

I work in private practice helping clients affected by compulsive and addictive behaviours. Sometimes the things we turn to for comfort, escape, control, or relief slowly begin to take up more space in our lives than we ever intended. That might be alcohol, drugs, sex, gambling, spending, exercise, or something that started as a way of coping and now feels hard to stop.

You might not be sure whether what you’re dealing with is an addiction, substance misuse, a bad habit, or just “something you should be able to get under control by now”. Many people also carry a lot of shame or confusion about their behaviour, especially when they can see the impact it’s having but still feel drawn back to it.

Whether you are in active addiction or using substances excessively, or if you are experiencing difficulty with sexually compulsive behaviour or ‘problematic porn’ use, I can offer a way to work through and resolve these problems so you find a solution that works for you.

I work with clients who wish to overcome addiction or compulsive behaviour problems. How I help with addictions and compulsive behavior.

Outline of offer

I work with individuals, young people, and partners affected by addiction, substance misuse, and compulsive behaviours.

Some people come wanting to stop completely and want help getting sober. Others want to reduce, regain control, or understand why they keep repeating the same patterns. We don’t start with a fixed goal. We work it out together based on what you want to achieve.

My approach and how I help addictions and compulsive behaviour is as a symptom of something else, not the problem in itself. That might include understanding trauma, negative experiences, stress, difficulty with emotional regulation, being confused as to who we are, or learned coping strategies that once helped but no longer do.

You don’t need to be sure you’re an addict, ready to quit, or clear about what you want before reaching out. Many people start therapy simply because something doesn’t feel right anymore.

If you’re affected by addiction or compulsive behaviour, either personally or as a partner or family member, support is available. We can start with a conversation and take it from there.

Experience

I have in excess of 3000 hours of helping clients many of which are specifically around addiction. I have volunteered at an addictions rehab and work with their clients in a group and 1-2-1 basis.

• Bachelor of Science (BSc) with honours (2:1) in Social Science from the University of Portsmouth
• Level 5 Diploma in Sex and Porn Addiction (CPCAB)
• Level 4 Diploma in Integrative Therapeutic Counselling (CPCAB)
• Level 3 Certificate in Counselling Skills (CPCAB)
• Level 2 Introduction to Counselling Skills (CPCAB)

My training as a therapist began in 2009, and I have been in private practice since 2016. I am passionate about helping everyone improve their well-being and supporting people improve their mental health. If you feel like you would benefit, book a free initial consultation to find out more

• Men’s Mind Project (Snodland) – Providing therapy to group members
• East Kent NHS Trust – Renal unit Volunteer Counsellor
• Heart of Kent Hospice – Volunteer Counsellor
• Affiliate Counsellor for Southeast Coast Ambulance Trust
• Police Firearms Officer’s Association Approved Affiliate Counsellor
• Frontline19 Volunteer Counsellor
• Various Employee Assistance Programmes Affiliate Counsellor
• Dad’s Unlimited- Approved Affiliate Counsellor
• STOPSO – Approved Affiliate Counsellor