Such a Gorgeous Paradox

"Give back to your community." - Simon Marks


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Content warning: this episode includes discussions of sexual assault, suicidal ideation, and addiction, which listeners may find triggering. 

Simon Marks is a Dramatherapist and addictions counsellor at Mount Carmel rehab, where he delivers their addiction treatment programme. Simon also runs a private practice in Central London, specialising in Inner-Child work,  LGBTQ+ mental health, addiction, chemsex, trauma and co-dependency. He offers both individual and group work, and delivers a full range of training programmes in these areas. Simon also runs the long-running gay men’s discussion group, A Change Of Scene, and is himself in long-term recovery since 2007. 

Are you worried that you or someone you care about is struggling with alcohol, drugs, or chems? Long-term recovery is possible and there are many ways to find support. The opposite of addiction is connection…You are not alone. 

  • Soho Recovery Centre 
  • SMART Recovery  
  • Gay And Sober UK 
  • London Friend 
  • Switchboard 
  • References:

    • The Artist's Way, by Julia Cameron
    • Be in touch: [email protected]

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