Alcohol support: how we can help
Recognising and seeking treatment for an alcohol problem is a brave step. It’s a big decision that can feel overwhelming, but it’s also the start of a positive change in your life.
At i-access, we support people in Surrey who want help with their drinking, whether that's cutting down or stopping drinking completely.
If you have become dependent on alcohol, you will have found it difficult to control your drinking in some way. You will probably need some help either to cut down and control your drinking or to stop completely. We can also tailor a plan to support and maintain your abstinence.
Understanding alcohol use
Drinking too much alcohol can harm your health in many ways. It can:
- damage your liver, heart, and other organs
- increase your risk of depression, anxiety, and sleep problems
- affect your relationships, work, and everyday life.
Signs of alcohol dependence include:
- Feeling shaky, sweaty, or sick when you don’t drink
- Drinking more over time to get the same effect
- Struggling to cut down or stop drinking.
How much is too much?
The NHS alcohol guidelines recommend no more than 14 units of alcohol a week spread evenly across 3 days or more. That’s roughly:
- 6 pints of lager (4% strength)
- 6 175ml glasses of wine (13% strength).
If you’re drinking more than this regularly, it may be time to seek help.
This quick and easy tool asks a few simple questions about your drinking habits and gives you a personalised score.
It will help you understand your drinking level, whether it could be affecting your health, and what steps to take next—whether that’s self-help tips or professional support. It only takes 2 minutes find out!
Take the AlcoholWise test.
Cutting down safely
If you are dependent on alcohol, cutting back suddenly can be dangerous. Read more about managing alcohol dependency and reducing drinking safely.
Not dependent?
If you’re drinking above the recommended guidelines but don’t think you’re dependent, visit our How to cut down on drinking page for practical tips to reduce your intake.
Treatment options
We provide a range of services to help you take control of your drinking.
From medical support to counselling and group sessions, we’ll work with you to find the right approach.
Visit our alcohol treatment options page to learn more about what we offer and how it works.
Taking the first step is simple:
- Complete our referral form: Start your referral here.
- Call us: Speak to our team on 0300 222 5932 (Monday to Friday, 9am - 5pm).
