Does this sound like you?
* Have you tried to cut down on your drinking levels but not been successful?
* Do you treat alcohol as a reward, or to relax, unwind, celebrate, commiserate?
* Has alcohol made you behave in a way you regret or have hurt those you love?
* Have you blacked out or fallen over because of your drinking?
* Are you always chasing the next drink and can't seem to find an off switch?
* Are you waiting for 5pm, or 3pm to come around so you can start drinking?
* Are you hiding the amount you drink from friends and family?
* Do you wake up in the morning with regret, and anxiety at an all time high, wondering how you ended up here again and vowing to never do it again?
If you've answered yes to any of these, you don't have to figure it out alone.
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My story
I'm Nigel, founder of Compass Recovery Coaching. I've battled alcohol dependency on and off for around 40 years.
To friends and family, I was simply someone who enjoyed a good drink. But deep down, I knew my relationship with alcohol was different and unhealthy.
I'd tried many times to cut down or stop. But whenever stress or difficult emotions entered my life, alcohol seemed to be the answer. Over time, drinking became deeply ingrained in how I dealt with stress, happiness, sadness and celebration.
My relationship with alcohol also led to other difficulties in my life, including problems with work, relationships and finances. I reached a point where I knew something had to change.
With the support of my girlfriend, I admitted myself to a rehabilitation centre. I've also attended AA, although it wasn't the right approach for me, joined online support groups and completed CBT therapy. Along the way, I've read extensively and continued learning about addiction and recovery.
I've now completed professional training as a Recovery Coach, allowing me to combine that knowledge with something equally important — lived experience.
I understand how difficult it can be to admit that alcohol has become a problem, and how daunting that first step can feel.
My own recovery journey is ongoing, and I'm continually learning. Now I want to use what I've learned to help others find their own path forward.
If my story sounds familiar, you don't have to face it alone.
Get to Know Me
Professional Certificate in Sober Coaching Techniques
Alcohol Recovery Coach Certification
Certificate in CBT Techniques
Certificate in Trauma - Informed Coaching
Certificate in Psychology of Alcohol & Drug Addictions
How Compass Recovery Coaching Works
1
FREE Discovery Call
A relaxed 30-minute conversation about where you are now, what you'd like to change and whether coaching is right for you. Click the BOOK button below to book.
or use the "contact us' form.
2
First Coaching Session — £45
A one-hour one-to-one session where we'll explore where you are now, what you want to change and what your first steps could look like.
We'll look at your goals, your relationship with alcohol and the challenges you're facing, then create a practical approach that's right for you.
3
Online Coaching
Book 4 x 60 minute one-to-one online Zoom coaching sessions.
Regular online coaching sessions where we'll work together on your goals, triggers, habits, challenges and progress.
You'll have someone in your corner as you work towards the changes you want to make.
£195 per block
Includes:
4 × 60-minute Zoom sessions
Personal recovery plan
Weekly workbook/exercises
Email support between sessions
Accountability and goal setting
Your Compass recovery resources
Alex B
“I thought I had to hit rock bottom to get help. I realise now I was a grey drinker, functional on the outside, but alcohol was slowly taking over."
Cathy D
"Nigel is a true motivator, we worked out a plan together, it needed adjustment along the way, it wasn't easy and needed a lot of work on my side."
Ellie F
I'm now 2 years sober. never thought i'd even get 2 days sober, with nigel's help it was possible.