13 years of experience
Halstead, CO9 2DW
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Jeanette Sweeney was a trauma and addiction recovery specialist at many UKAT facilities and Abbington House, where she was dedicated to helping people reclaim their lives by addressing the trauma that often underpins addiction. Through Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR) and Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), Jeanette works with clients to heal deep-rooted pain and develop new coping skills that allow them to navigate life without relying on substances. She believes that trauma does not define a person, and by working through its layers, she helps clients find their path to recovery.
Jeanette’s approach is holistic, focusing on the whole person-mind, body, and spirit. She believes that addiction treatment is not just about addressing substance use but also about understanding and treating the mental and emotional challenges that accompany it.
Group therapy is an essential part of the journey both at UKAT and Abbington House, where Jeanette encourages clients to share their experiences, realise they are not alone, and build a strong support system. Her passion lies in helping people move beyond merely surviving, empowering them to build fulfilling lives. She also works closely with families, helping them establish healthy boundaries and a supportive environment to facilitate long-term recovery.
Jeanette specialises in trauma therapy using EMDR, originally developed for PTSD but now applied to various mental health challenges, including phobias and eating disorders. She also delivers DBT groups, which supports clients in developing skills such as mindfulness, distress tolerance, emotion regulation, and interpersonal effectiveness-crucial tools for those struggling with addiction.
She strongly advocates for group therapy, helping clients see the commonalities in their experiences and find strength in shared stories. Jeanette is an adept facilitator of meditation and relaxation breathing.
During her time in rehabilitation clinics, Jeanette was committed to addressing addiction alongside the mental health issues that often co-occur, including depression, social anxiety, OCD, and eating disorders. Her role involves helping clients gain emotional regulation and guiding them toward recovery by addressing the full spectrum of their needs.
Jeanette holds a BSc in Psychology from Middlesex University and an a post Grad BTEC Advanced Level 5 Diploma in Therapeutic Psychotherapy from Barnet & Southgate College.
She is a Certified EMDR Therapist and a Certified DBT Therapist, as well as a specialist in loss and bereavement, inner child therapy, cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), and facitates Twelve Step, sleep hygiene & emotional intelligence workshops. With almost 16 years of experience in mental health.
Jeanette has worked as a Senior Addiction Therapist since 2021, supporting clients has always been her passion. She has also gained valuable experience through her previous roles at UKAT, Abbington House and Spectrum CGL where she worked as an Addiction Counselling Psychotherapist.
Jeanette’s commitment to helping others extends beyond her professional role. She has volunteered with organisations such as MIND, CRUSE, and CGL, where she provided mental health support and counselling. Jeanette has both professional and personal experience with mental health issues and addiction.
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British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP)
No. 295780
Middlesex University - London
Psychotherapy
Graduated 2011
Psychology &Psychotherapy
Graduated 2015
BSc in Psychology, Middlesex University (2011)
BTec Diploma in Therapeutic Psychotherapy (Person-Centred)Level 5, Barnet & Southgate College (2015)
CGL. Addiction Training (2013) Suicide Prevention/ BBV/ Group Facilitation/Naloxone Training/ 450 Client hours as volunteer) 2013-2025
EMDR Accreditation (2025)
Private Consultancy (2015-2026)
loss & Breavement Acceditaion (2011-2025)
DBT Accreditation (2024)Inner Child Diploma
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£85.00Follow-up appointment
£70.00Hedingham Rd, Halstead, United Kingdom, CO9 2DW
220 Old Bedford Rd, Luton, United Kingdom, LU2 7HP
The Hawthorns, Banbury, United Kingdom, OX16 9FA
23 Hitchin Rd, Stevenage, United Kingdom, SG1 3BJ
Jeanette really helped me I was in the lowest place when I left the rehabilitation centre and started to rebuild my life She keep correctly identified Past childhood trauma That had been brought to the surface by the Domestic abuse That I've been suffering that had led me to Binge drink And eventually try and commit suicide Thanks to the talking therapy And EMDR therapy which was a complete game changer for me I was able to get my life back on track
Jeanette helped me navigate through a very difficult journey from addiction into recovery and also supported me in addressing some of my mental health problems and harmful behaviours. She was absolutely amazing throughout the whole experience. She was compassionate, understanding and completely non-judgemental, which made it much easier for me to be open and honest about the things I was struggling with. She created a safe space where I felt listened to, respected and genuinely understood. Her guidance and support helped me to better understand myself, recognise unhealthy patterns and develop more positive ways of coping. She gave me the confidence to face difficult things that I had previously avoided and helped me make meaningful changes in my life. I am incredibly grateful for the support Jeanette gave me. She played a really important part in my recovery, and I would highly recommend her to anyone who needs someone supportive, compassionate and genuinely invested in helping them move forward.

Bless you 🙌 I am so proud you and of how hard you worked with me, it was not easy for you. It's a privilege to be part of your journey you are a true survivor ❤️
I visited Jeanette to help with my previous trauma. She had recommended EMDR therapy which was extremely helpful and helped me release. Jeanette made me feel comfortable for the jump and altered the experience depending on my reactions to make me feel at ease.

Thank you 😊 it was a pleasure to work with you 🙏
Jeanette was my therapist at Abbington House rehab clinic in November 2024 she did lots of work with me understanding why I used drink and drugs also childhood trauma I’m still doing work with her now. her efforts towards my recovery and all aspects of therapy have been outstanding. I would highly recommend her as a therapist.

Thank you for your kind words 🙏 It's a honour to be a part of your recovery 😊
I’ve known Jeanette for 5/6 years and has been an incredible on going help, support & mentor for myself & family members. I first met Jeanette at Liberty house rehab Luton where she was head therapist & my 1 to 1 counsellor. The personal therapy session with Jeanette helped me hugely to work through & live with some difficult personal current & historical issues. Jeanette has wealth of experience & knowledge, lived, academic & intuitive as well as a way of understanding, connecting & identifying with people, from all backgrounds, ages & complexities, that’s astonishing!!! & I’ve not come across, in her way, in 20+ years in recovery & the recovery Industry. I highly recommended Jeanette to anyone struggling in life, whether it be trauma, addictions, loss or other life struggles.

Thank you so much, it makes all my work worthwhile
Janette was a truly wonderful counsellor. What I appreciated most was how much she taught me about DBT and how to use it in a way that made sense to me. As a neurodivergent person, I’ve tried different approaches over the years, but DBT has genuinely felt like the best fit for the way my mind works. Janette helped me understand myself better and gave me tools that I still use in my everyday life. I’m incredibly grateful for her kindness, knowledge and support.

Thank you 😊 I am also grateful for my time with you 💛
Jeanette was my therapist when I was rehab for alcohol addiction in 2025. She was honest, empathetic and supportive from the beginning, and I really respect her approach. She made me valued and appreciated as an individual, and encouraged me in my growth as a person. Thank you, Jeanette.

You are welcome 😊 and I want to thank you for all the hard work you did, its been a privilege
Jeanette made my stay work .. she helped me through years of trauma/pain and emotions I had no idea how to cope with ... Her group work was amazing ..music therapy ..breath work ..all so revealing and fun .. I miss her x Thank you

Thank you so much, I miss you too, and grateful to be part of your healing
Jeanette is an amazing therapist. This lady has been there every step of my journey at Abbington and has helped me grow into a person ready to face the world. I wouldn’t be where I am today without her.

Thank you 😊 you too are amazing 👏 I am only as good as my clients
Jeanette is amazing and has been a guiding light to me. She saw me arrive broken and has worked with me on grief, childhood trauma and controlling situations. I cannot thank her enough for her time and not being judgemental when I was going through a dark place in my life.

Thank you and I feel blessed 🙌 to have the opportunity to help you heal

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Miss Jeanette Sweeney primarily practices at Sanctuary Lodge, located at Hedingham Rd, Halstead, United Kingdom, CO9 2DW
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