Chemsex can have a significant impact on sex, intimacy, relationships, self-esteem and emotional wellbeing. For some people, these difficulties can continue even after they have begun to make changes to their drug use.

 

My work focuses on supporting people who are in active recovery from problematic chemsex use, rather than providing treatment for active drug use or dependency.

 

Once some stability in recovery has been established, therapy can provide a space to explore some of the underlying and ongoing issues connected with chemsex. This might include:

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• Reconnecting with sex and intimacy without chems

• Sexual confidence and anxiety

• Difficulties with erections, ejaculation or desire

• Shame and self-esteem

• Loneliness and connection

• Relationships and attachment

• Boundaries and dating

• Understanding patterns that may have contributed to chemsex

• Developing a fulfilling sexual and intimate life in recovery

 

I have experience working therapeutically with people affected by chemsex, including previous work within specialist chemsex services.

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If you are currently struggling with chemsex:

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If you are currently using chems and would like help to stop, reduce your use or regain control, specialist chemsex services are likely to be a more appropriate first source of support.

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Controlling Chemsex provides free, confidential specialist chemsex support, including one-to-one online support - https://controllingchemsex.com/

 

London Friend's Antidote service provides specialist LGBTQ+ drug, alcohol and chemsex support, including one-to-one support, groups, relapse prevention and harm-reduction support  - https://londonfriend.org.uk/

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Once you are more established in recovery, you are very welcome to contact me to discuss whether psychosexual or relationship therapy could support the next stage of your journey.