Gareth Carter
N.C.AC., A.D.C (UK)
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Internationally Accredited Addiction Counsellor Expert
Gareth Carter Quick Facts
- Career Focus
- Interventions, Addiction Treatment and Alcohol Rehabilitation
- Affiliation
- FDAP UK, IC&RC (international Certification)
Gareth Carter has held the 'Head of Treatment' position in both England and South Africa.
A recovering addict and alcoholic for over 20 years, Gareth understands addiction, treatment and recovery from both sides of the fence. He currently specialises in the pre-admission crisis and does interventions around the world working with the best rehab centre's in the UK, South Africa and Thailand.
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Are You a High Functioning Drug Addict or Alcoholic?
If you think that addiction only happens to teenagers, the unemployed or simply to people different from yourself, perhaps people that are less intelligent, less fortunate or less wealthy - think again. What if I told you that addiction can and does happen to top business executives, doctors, lawyers or even mothers who stay at home and look after their kids?
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How to Help an Alcoholic
Do you have a loved one that is addicted to alcohol? If your answer was ‘yes’, you have now made a positive step in helping them overcome their alcohol addiction. In this article, we’ll tell you how to help an alcoholic and also provide you with some guidelines on what treatment is best for your loved one. But first, let’s define alcohol addiction. What is Alcohol Addiction?
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How Alcohol Addiction Affects a Family
Is someone in your family addicted to alcohol? If that’s the case, then it’s important to know the damage it can cause if no immediate action is taken. Alcohol addiction is often called a ‘family disease’ as the harmful effects of it do not only affect the alcoholic, but also the people closest to them. When a loved one’s alcohol addiction is left to flourish, it can cause serious damage to family life and in some cases, the consequences of it can be irreparable. If it’s a husband or wife is suffering with an alcohol addiction, it can put serious strain on a marriage.
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How to Rebuild Relationships after Alcohol Treatment
When a loved one is addicted to alcohol, it puts massive strain on the people that love them the most. Family members will often feel angry and resentful towards the individual for what they have done during the time they were addicted, which is understandable. However, once their loved one has completed a stint in alcohol treatment, it’s now solely up to the recovering alcoholic to make amends for what they have done.
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How To Prepare For Alcohol Treatment
Whether it’s a job interview, an examination or even sport, for most things in life, the key component to doing well is preparation and when it comes to alcohol treatment, it’s no different. If you or a loved one is addicted to alcohol and have just decided that getting professional help is the only way that you will get better, you may have just made one of the most important decisions of your life.
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When is Alcohol Treatment Needed?
Are you asking yourself ‘when is alcohol treatment needed?’ The fact that you are asking this question indicates that there could be a problem at hand. In this article, we’ll tell you how you to determine when alcohol treatment is needed. Knowing the Signs and Symptoms of Alcohol Addiction It’s quite common for an alcoholic to see the damage that their drinking is causing to their health and well being, yet they still will deny that there’s a problem present.
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Alcohol Addiction Treatment Tips
If you are about to be admitted into alcohol addiction treatment, then it’s important to know how to get the most out of your stay in rehab. This article will provide you with the best alcohol addiction treatment tips, which can help you make it a success. Go Small, Not Big Ever hear the phrase ‘Rome wasn't built in a day?’ Telling yourself that 'from this day on, I want to remain sober' can seem a bit tough at first. Try to achieve things within your reach. For example, you know you’re not allowed to drink alcohol, so think about what you can do to stay busy.
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Contacting Gareth Carter
Cape Town and Johannesburg, South Africa and London, UK (England)
South Africa : 082-747-3422
England Freephone: 0800 955 4357