Drugs Education - Simon Leigh

DRUGS EDUCATION & ADDICTION AWARENESS SCHOOL TALKS
conducted by Simon Leigh MSc, NCAC, UKRCP Reg.

DRUGS EDUCATION IN LONDON

Never has drugs education in schools been so necessary with latest figures showing that a staggering 25% of 11-15 year old children in the UK have tried illegal drugs.
It is clear that the old "JUST SAY NO" approach does not work and with the ever increasing availability and decreasing cost of drugs, effective drugs education is of paramount importance.

So, what is "effective" drugs education? The difficulty is getting the balance right between dispelling the myths, teaching the facts and maintaining the perception of freedom of choice. This is where Simon Leigh excels. His hard hitting, fast-paced and interactive talks keep his audiences engaged, involved and enthralled throughout. From individual classes to entire year groups the feedback is always the same:

"That was the best assembly we've ever had. Can he come back?" North Bridge House Senior School Pupil.

"Simon's talk was much better than any previous drug education I got at school." North London Collegiate 6th Form Pupil

"You inspired a student at school on just another Thursday afternoon." Bishop's Stortford College Lower 6th Form Student

Simon also talks to parents giving them the opportunity to have the same drug education and drug awareness as their children thus promoting open discussions at home. This also gives parents the opportunity to ask questions to alleviate their growing fears caused by new drugs flooding the streets and the consequent tragic stories that are frequently reported in the media.

DRUGS EDUCATION IN UK

Simon is an accredited psychotherapist with a Masters degree in Addiction Counselling. He is accredited by, and an examiner for, the Federation of Drug & Alcohol Professionals (FDAP). In addition to offering drugs awareness education, he has a private practice in Harley Street, London treating clients on a one to one basis. He has previously held the position of Treatment Director at PROMIS, one of the UKs leading rehab centres, and has acted as a consultant to Lifeworks, another addiction treatment centre, as well as managing their aftercare programme.

DRUGS EDUCATION IN ESSEX

His expertise in the field of addiction has led to interviews on national television, radio and press including BBC News, ITN, Capital Radio, BBC Radio, The Observer, Esquire Magazine and Readers Digest.

DRUGS EDUCATION IN SCHOOLS

Although based in London, Simon will travel to schools and other venues throughout the UK to conduct his drug awareness lectures and provide pupils, parents and staff with facts about drugs. Other bespoke addiction based talks are available upon request.

For more information about Drugs Education in London or anywhere in the UK, please contact Simon Leigh on 07973 199926 or click on the "Contact Me" page to send an email.