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title: How Does Therapy For Addiction Work?
description: Dr Abigail Pamich, Consultant Clinical Psychologist outlines what happens in addiction therapy with a specialist addiction psychologist. For example understanding the reasons for the addictive behaviour, triggers, maintenance and exploring the foundation of the addiction, right the way back to…
url: "https://www.malvernhillsprivatepractice.co.uk/docs/how-does-therapy-for-addiction-work/"
updated: "2022-12-05"
category: Addiction
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# How Does Therapy For Addiction Work?

Dr Abigail Pamich, Consultant Clinical Psychologist outlines what happens in addiction therapy with a specialist addiction psychologist. For example understanding the reasons for the addictive behaviour, triggers, maintenance and exploring the foundation of the addiction, right the way back to childhood; all drawing from the wealth of 20 years of addiction research. Addiction therapy is very practical, providing tools and strategies, increasing awareness and providing a framework of accountability and compassion.