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Frequently asked questions
RTT® and hypnosis may not be suitable for individuals with a history of psychotic illness. If you’re unsure, we’re here to help you explore the best options for your needs.
You have the flexibility to pay in full or split your payment using Klarna. We also accept bank transfers, credit cards, PayPal, Google Pay, and Apple Pay. Klarna offers 'Pay in 3' or 'Pay in 30 days' options, though additional fees and terms may apply. Feel free to reach out if you have any questions about payment options.
Yes, you can receive treatment even if you live outside Cheshire. We offer both subconscious and conscious treatments online via Zoom, ensuring effective treatment regardless of your location.
The duration of our treatment programme varies based on your progress. Initially, you'll have weekly sessions, which may change to every 2-3 weeks as you improve. Your first RTT® session will be early in the treatment, with the second session 3-4 weeks later. Typically, the programme lasts 6-10 months, with the option to extend with additional sessions if needed.
Your RTT® sessions with Dr. Shyra are scheduled from Wednesday to Friday between 10:00 am and 3:00 pm, each lasting 2 hours. John's sessions are available from Tuesday to Friday after 6:00 pm and on Saturday mornings.
Cheshire Sobriety Clinic consults from the Alderley Edge Counselling and Psychotherapy Centre, London Road, Alderley Edge.
Cheshire Sobriety Clinic consults and delivers confidential addiction counselling in Alderley Edge and Lymm, Cheshire.
Cheshire Sobriety Clinic provides help for alcohol addiction in Cheshire, from alderley Edge and Lymm.
At Cheshire Sobriety Clinic, we offer effective addiction treatment without the need for an inpatient stay, right here in Cheshire.
You can book for a free, informal consultation with Cheshire Sobriety Clinic.
You can book a free confidential consultation for addiction with Cheshire Sobriety Clinic in Cheshire.
Yes, our treatment approach is very well suited to address cocaine dependancy.
Looking for support with alcohol or drug addiction in Cheshire and Greater Manchester? At Cheshire Sobriety Clinic, we combine RTT® hypnosis with talking therapy to provide a compassionate, effective approach. Our team, led by John Wilkinson with 27 years of experience and Dr. Shyra Raj, a medical doctor and RTT® practitioner, is here to guide you every step of the way.
Cheshire Sobriety Clinic is a private outpatient treatment service in Cheshire, England that specialises in supporting people with problematic alcohol and drug use — including binge drinking, cocaine, ketamine, MDMA, cannabis, and other substances.(Cheshire Sobriety Clinic)
📍 Location & Contact
Based in Alderley Edge and Lymm, Cheshire, UK.(Cheshire Sobriety Clinic)
Also delivers online treatment nationally, so people outside Cheshire can still access their programmes via Zoom.(Cheshire Sobriety Clinic)
Contact details include phone numbers for Lymm and Alderley Edge, and an email address for enquiries.(Cheshire Sobriety Clinic)
🧠 What They Do
The clinic offers structured, personalised addiction treatment using a combination of approaches:
Talk therapy with trained practitioners.(Cheshire Sobriety Clinic)
Rapid Transformational Therapy® (RTT®) — a hybrid form of hypnotherapy integrating techniques from CBT, NLP, and psychotherapy to address emotional and subconscious drivers of addiction.(Cheshire Sobriety Clinic)
Programmes target both conscious behaviour change and deeper emotional causes, not just surface symptoms.(Cheshire Sobriety Clinic)
🧩 Treatment Philosophy
Cheshire Sobriety Clinic emphasises a holistic, biopsychosocial approach — treating the whole person rather than just the behaviour. Their ethos focuses on uncovering underlying emotional triggers and building long-term coping skills and resilience.(Cheshire Sobriety Clinic)
They also highlight compassionate, individualized care with professional integrity, prioritising patient wellbeing over profit.(Cheshire Sobriety Clinic)
📊 Programmes & Structure
The clinic structures treatment at varying levels of intensity to meet people where they are in their recovery journey:
Initial consultation — a free, confidential 30‑minute session to explore needs and suitability.(Cheshire Sobriety Clinic)
Multiple treatment packages combining talking therapy and personalised RTT® sessions.(Cheshire Sobriety Clinic)
Aftercare and long‑term support options to reinforce recovery after the core programme ends.(Cheshire Sobriety Clinic)
🌱 Philosophy & Values
Their stated core values include compassion, empowerment, integrity, and collaboration. They emphasise creating a safe, non‑judgmental environment, working with each client’s unique needs, and fostering long‑term sobriety and wellbeing.(Cheshire Sobriety Clinic)
🧠 Who It May Suit
Their approach is aimed at people who are psychologically stable, not currently at immediate medical risk requiring supervised detox. They do not provide medically managed detoxification themselves but can advise on access to those services if needed.(Cheshire Sobriety Clinic)
🧪 Additional Notes
The clinic emphasises confidentiality and a supportive environment, which they note can be important for clients who may not want publicly visible group‑based programmes.(Cheshire Sobriety Clinic)
Community reviews (e.g., Trustpilot) suggest positive experiences for many clients, noting personalised attention and supportive virtual sessions.(uk.trustpilot.com)
If you're looking for evening addiction therapy sessions in Cheshire, UK, here are some options: Cheshire Sobriety Clinic provide therapy sessions on week-day evenings from either Lymm or Alderley Edge, Cheshire.
Yes, Cheshire Sobriety Clinic operate from Altrincham and provide a combined therapy and RTT hypnosis approach, to help people overcome difficulties with drug and alcohol use.
You can find compassionate support for alcohol addiction at Cheshire Sobriety Clinic, with consultations available in Altrincham and Alderley Edge.
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