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  1. Who we help
  2. Client Stories

Client Stories

These are a few stories of people who have received help or support at The Living Room.

Amanda's Story

Amanda's Story

Amanda joined The Living Room during the first national lockdown with an alcohol problem. She's now developed the skills to cope with emotional challenges in her life and is optimistic about the future. Read more

Published: 9th November, 2020

Updated: 20th November, 2020

Author: Sam Larkin

Amelia’s Story

Amelia’s Story

Amelia's life became unbearable because it was dominated by the behaviour of her son, who was addicted to drugs and alcohol. She suffered extreme violence at his hands is now receiving counselling treatment at The Living Room for her co-dependency. Read more

Published: 30th January, 2018

Updated: 18th September, 2020

Author:

Brian's story

Brian's story

Brian was nervous about coming to The Living Room but was encouraged to open up by the warm welcome he received. Here is his advice for anyone who feels helpless and trapped by a chemsex addiction. Read more

Published: 15th February, 2021

Author: Sam Larkin

Chloe’s Story

Chloe’s Story

Chloe has been living with an eating disorder since she was 13 and began treatment at The Living Room when a family bereavement triggered addictive behaviours that included her eating disorder, compulsive shoplifting as well as drug and alcohol abuse. Read more

Published: 30th January, 2018

Updated: 3rd March, 2022

Author:

Clara's Story

Clara's Story

Clara realised she had to change her life after she lost her kids due to alcohol. She’s now 11 months sober and has thoughts on Caribbean drinking culture and how you can build a recovery family. Read more

Published: 15th February, 2021

Author: Sam Larkin

DJ’s Story

DJ’s Story

DJ started coming to The Living Room to treat his drug and alcohol misuse. Since coming here, he has realised that he has had to address his addiction around love and relationships. Read more

Published: 30th January, 2018

Updated: 18th September, 2020

Author:

Ellie's Story

Ellie's Story

Ellie found herself trapped by her disordered eating and relationship issues. After attending The Living Room she's now practicing good self-care and has become a more confident, assertive person. Read more

Published: 6th March, 2020

Updated: 18th September, 2020

Author: Sam Larkin

Felicity's Story

Felicity's Story

Felicity used alcohol from an early age to escape from trauma and loneliness. 16 years later, she's genuinely happy for the first in her life. Read on to find out how she turned her life around. Read more

Published: 9th November, 2020

Updated: 9th September, 2022

Author: Sam Larkin

Hannah's story

Hannah's story

Hannah came to us desperate to "fix" her son's addiction, but was supported to take care of and appreciate herself. Here she tells us how life is still difficult but with the right support, she feels brighter and happier every day. Read more

Published: 7th June, 2021

Updated: 13th June, 2022

Author: Sam Larkin

Lizzie's story

Lizzie's story

Lizzie came to The Living Room after her drinking spiralled out of control and she became suicidal. Now she's learnt how to deal with her emotions in a healthy way and is rebuilding relationships with her husband and her son. Read more

Published: 13th September, 2019

Updated: 18th September, 2020

Author: Sam Larkin

Maddie’s Story

Maddie’s Story

Maddie has been a client at The Living Room since May. Her primary addiction was to alcohol but counselling treatment has helped her address her addictive behaviour around relationships and spending. Read more

Published: 30th January, 2018

Updated: 18th September, 2020

Author:

Miriam’s Story

Miriam’s Story

Miriam had a seemingly successful personal life and a thriving career in the fitness industry.  Her life became unmanageable and she suffered a complete breakdown. She is now being treated at The Living Room for gym and love/relationship addiction. Read more

Published: 30th January, 2018

Updated: 18th September, 2020

Author:

Sumit's Story

Sumit's Story

Sumit was struggling with sex and love addiction and had problems with Cannabis in the past. He thinks the best way to reach out to more people in the Indian community is to explain the ways that repressed feelings eventually come out. Read more

Published: 15th February, 2021

Author: Sam Larkin

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    Thank you and farewell to the Herts Hub

    From Friday 31st March we will no longer be running the Herts Hub, our dedicated online counselling platform for clients.

  • The Living Room scoops High Sheriff Award

    The Living Room scoops High Sheriff Award

    We were delighted to join a select group of Hertfordshire charities to receive the High Sheriff of Hertfordshire award at a glittering ceremony last night.

  • Obesity in Men

    Obesity in Men

    This year for Eating Disorders Awareness Week we looked at eating disorders in men. Read on to find out more on the associated stigma and how The Living Room can help.

  • The Living Room is shortlisted for the High Sheriff Award

    We are thrilled to have been shortlisted for the High Sheriff Award, which recognises voluntary organisations in Hertfordshire that address mental health issues.

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  • Our Team

    Our trustees are all volunteers with professional backgrounds who bring a wealth of experience and knowledge, to lead and support the charity. They are an active and dedicated board ensuring The Living Room achieves its mission.

  • COVID-19 Vaccination: Do you drink or use drugs?

    COVID-19 Vaccination: Do you drink or use drugs?

    Do you drink or use drugs? Have you previously? You could be at increased risk of getting COVID-19. Read on to learn more about the vaccine and staying safe.

  • St Albans Hub

    St Albans Hub

    St Albans Hub (est. 2012) provides free, non-time limited day-time group therapy for all addictions.

  • Your First Day at The Living Room

    By choosing to come to The Living Room, you've taken a brave step towards long term recovery. Here's what to expect.

  • Love and Sex (Relationships)

    Love and Sex (Relationships)

    Is your romantic or sexual behaviour causing you problems? If the answer is yes, read on for more information and support.

  • Referral

    Referral

  • Stevenage Hub

    Stevenage Hub

    Our Stevenage Hub (est. 2000) hosts free, non-time limited daytime group therapy for all addictions. Additional weekly specialist group sessions are available for drug addiction, disordered eating, relationships and a Family and Carers group.

  • 20 Years of The Living Room

    View the journey of The Living Room and how we have grown over the past 20 years.

  • Vision and Values

    Vision and Values

    The Living Room exists to provide treatment for adults with the illness of addiction and to support their family members, in Hertfordshire and other areas of the UK.

  • Approach and Impact

    Approach and Impact

    Our structured treatment offers the ability to achieve sustained recovery whether the addiction is to alcohol, drugs or behaviours such as overeating, gambling, self-harm or relationships.

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