Substance use problems, whether with alcohol, cannabis, prescription pills or other drugs, affect health, family and work.
Ayesha Siddique offers supportive counselling for individuals and families in Islamabad, Rawalpindi and online, alongside specialist treatment.
How counselling helps with substance use
Counselling supports motivation, coping skills and family relationships, and helps you engage with medical treatment where it’s needed.
- Motivational conversations about change
- Identifying triggers and high-risk situations
- Coping skills and relapse prevention
- Support for families and parents
- Aftercare support following rehabilitation
Related support: Addictions, Gambling, Family counselling.
When to seek help for substance use
Signs it may be time to talk to someone
- Using more or more often than intended
- Failed attempts to cut down
- Using to cope with stress or emotions
- Problems at work, study or home
- Withdrawal symptoms when stopping
- Family worry or conflict about use
Stopping some substances suddenly can be dangerous. Dependence needs assessment by a psychiatrist and may require medically supervised detox or rehabilitation. Ayesha will refer you and can support you and your family alongside treatment.
Sessions are held in person in Islamabad and Rawalpindi, or online across Pakistan and worldwide, in Urdu or English.
If you are in immediate danger or thinking of harming yourself, go to your nearest hospital emergency department or call 1122. Counselling is not an emergency service.
Frequently asked questions
Do you provide detox or rehab?
No. Detox and rehabilitation are medical services. You’ll be referred, and counselling can continue alongside or afterwards.
Can parents get support for a teenager's drug use?
Yes. Parents can get guidance on how to talk, set boundaries and find treatment.
Is it confidential?
Yes, apart from rare situations involving serious risk to someone’s safety.
What happens in the first session?
The first session focuses on understanding your concerns and agreeing on clear goals. You can ask questions and decide whether counselling feels right for you.
How much does a session cost?
Sessions are PKR XXXX. Contact us for current fees for in-person and online sessions.
Are sessions available online and in Urdu?
Yes. Sessions are held in person in Islamabad and Rawalpindi, or online over secure video call from anywhere in Pakistan or abroad, in Urdu or English.
