Hilary Betts - Addiction and Trauma Therapist

07/12/2025

A post from a year ago.. I was so very grateful for the opportunity to meet up with and Deborah Casserly recently after quite a few years. Both trusted colleagues from my decade stint at the Priory North London, starting in 2003. It was a golden opportunity to be able to thank Dr Watts, a leading Consultant Psychiatrist, for the tremendous influence he had on my early career in the addiction treatment field. In particular, I learned so much from his expertise in addiction treatment and PTSD and trauma related models, and his belief in a holistic approach for patients and working closely with addiction therapists. , also a leading Consultant Psychiatrist specialising in addiction treatment at the Priory has continued to teach me so much about addiction treatment and mental health issues.

07/12/2025

07/12/2025

I highly recommend reading this book, especially if you have a much loved family member or friend who struggles with addiction and relapse 🙏🥰🫂

07/12/2025

Boundaries are the key to unlocking the door to your true self. I believe it’s important to be kind, compassionate, to bring happiness, and care for others. I don’t think it’s good to over extend yourself, and do it for them at a cost to oneself. The false self prevents the inner spark growing and glowing (a persona created to gain approval, as a result of adverse childhood experiences) True identity can be strengthened by building self worth, and setting and holding healthy boundaries.