Drug and Alcohol Services - Camden
How we can help
We can help family members, partners, or friends to regain control over their own life, whether the person using drugs or alcohol is receiving help or not.
A person's drug or alcohol use has a big impact on people close to them. Family members and friends can find that their own health and wellbeing are affected. They may find themselves feeling responsible, but unsure how to help. Some Space offers practical information and support.
Individual support sessions
The family members and friends we speak to bring many thoughts, feelings, and questions - about the past, present and future. We can help to talk these through, and maybe make some sense of the situation. Sometimes people use the sessions to minimise risks and plan what changes are realistic and within their control. Sometimes the sessions are a space to grieve, and/or to get your life back. If you wish, we can let you know what (usually free) support is available to your loved one and what is needed to access it, as well as what it can be like for family members if a loved one starts treatment or goes to/comes out of rehab. We can also link you to local family and friends groups that you may wish to attend after or alongside our sessions.
Joint (TANDEM) sessions
We define our lives by our relationships. We are sons, daughters, siblings, wives, husbands, parents, partners, grandparents. Friends, colleagues, business partners.
If alcohol or drugs is affecting one of those relationships, it can be difficult. Our TANDEM therapy sessions help you to learn how to cope with conflict and prevent miscommunication with your loved ones.
Group meetups
Our meetups are an opportunity to talk in a safe space with people who are in similar situations.
Spending time with other people who are having the same thoughts, feelings and experiences can really help. Get in touch to find out more about the groups we offer.
Counselling
When you are exploring your situation, you might discover issues that could benefit from longer and more focused assistance. We can offer up to 12 counselling sessions to support you with this.
Alternative therapies
Sometimes, talking can be overwhelming and difficult. If you'd prefer, we can offer a range of different therapies, like:
- Acupuncture
- Mindfulness
- Yoga
Managing risks
We can also help you talk through and plan for yourself and loved ones who may be at risk of harm.
- It is important that people get medical advice and care to reduce gradually and stop. Read our advice about cutting down or stopping drinking.
- Opiate replacement medications like methadone can be highly toxic, even in very small doses, for children. Get in touch with our drug service for safe medication storage boxes.
- Naloxone is a drug that can reverse an overdose. We can train and provide you a kit so you can protect your loved ones at risk of an overdose. Read more about naloxone here.
Contact us
If you'd like to get in touch to ask any questions or find out more about what we offer, please do get in touch.
Phone: 0203 227 4950
Email: Some.Space@cgl.org.uk
Webchat
If you have a question or you're worried about something, we’re here for you. Our online chat service is free and you'll be speaking to a trained worker.
Refer yourself or someone else
Find us
We are just off Arlington Road, a short walk from Camden Town underground station.
Your appointments can be in various locations in Camden. We will discuss this together. We try our best to accommodate to your needs and time commitments.
- 7-8 Early Mews
Arlington Road
London NW1 7HG
Opening times
- Monday9.00 - 20.00
- Tuesday9.00 - 17.00
- Wednesday9.00 - 17.00
- Thursday9.00 - 20.00
- Friday9.00 - 17.00
For professionals
We support family members, friends, and partners of those who use substances. Our service bridges the divide between them. Often there is one shared problem that we address holistically.
Any person affected by someone else’s substance use – at present and in the past – can be referred to our service. To refer someone to our service, please complete our referral form.
Training
Some Space can provide workshops for staff teams, volunteers, and others in the borough of Camden who may interact with family members, friends, and carers. Contact us for more information.
Groups for families
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Nar-Anon
Supports anyone whose life is, or has been, affected by someone else’s drug use, regardless of whether that person is still using or not.
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Al-Anon
Supports anyone whose life is, or has been, affected by someone else’s drinking, regardless of whether that person is still drinking or not. Local meetings at Tufnell Park, Fitzrovia, Swiss Cottage, Hampstead, and Angel Islington.
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Al-Ateen
Part of Al-Anon, for teenage relatives and friends of alcoholics. Helpline 020 7403 0888. For Alateen meetings, phone 020 7593 2070.
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CODA – Co-Dependents Anonymous
Informal self-help groups for people with a common interest in working through the problems that co-dependency has caused in their lives.
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Families Anonymous
A worldwide fellowship of family members and friends affected by another’s abuse of mind-altering substances, or related behavioural problems.
Online resources
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AdFam
Information, advice, and support for families affected by drugs and alcohol.
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BEAD project
Information from AdFam and Cruse, the bereavement charity, supporting people bereaved through alcohol and drugs.
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NACOA – National Association of Children of Alcoholics
Provides information, advice, and support for everyone (adults, children, young people) affected by a parent's drinking currently or in the past.
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The Icarus Trust
Supports people who are dealing with a loved one's addiction. They can put you in touch with 'Family Friends' who are experienced trained volunteers.
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The Alcohol and Families Alliance
The AFA is an alliance of organisations, a forum and resource for forging consensus, influencing policy, and bringing an informed voice to driving change for these families.
