Ian Francis

Ian is an addiction therapist, recovery coach and accredited counsellor with comprehensive expertise of working with those affected by addiction. With previous experience within substance misuse residential rehabs, Ian utilises his personal lived experience along with therapeutic techniques to support clients in their transition from active addiction to sobriety. A confident group facilitator, he has extensive experience of delivering group therapy and family support, as well as being a specialist in play therapy for children and young adults. He is passionate about using an integrative approach that include modalities such as CBT, NLP and psychosynthesis techniques. 

Ian works collectively with the Rehabs UK team as a trusted partner to deliver support to clients that may be struggling with addiction, mental health or neurodivergence. 

Registered Therapist: With a Diploma in Person-Centred Counselling

Lived Experience: Personal recovery journey and advocate for those who struggle with mental health and anxiety

Areas of Expertise: Addiction, Anxiety, Mental health, Neurodivergence, sleep issues and supporting survivors of sexual abuse

Support worker and Therapist at addiction treatment rehabs: Experienced group facilitator and family liaison 

Recovery Coach: Person-centred counsellor that adapts and supports client's needs

Diploma in Person-Centred Counselling

Trained specialist in play therapy for children and young adults