I'm Richard Lee, a BACP Accredited addiction therapist registered with Aviva Health. If you have an Aviva health insurance policy, your addiction therapy sessions may be fully or partially covered — making specialist treatment financially accessible when you need it most.
I provide specialist addiction therapy for alcohol, drugs, and behavioural addictions using Post-Induction Therapy (PIT) — an approach that addresses what's driving the addiction, not just the behaviour itself.
In-person sessions in Fitzrovia (W1W) and Bromley (BR1), plus online therapy across the UK.
Accessing therapy through Aviva is straightforward, but it helps to know the process before you start. Here's what you need to know:
Call Aviva or check your policy documents to confirm you have outpatient mental health cover. Most Aviva policies cover a set number of therapy sessions per year — typically 8 to 20 sessions, depending on your plan.
Aviva usually requires you to obtain pre-authorisation before starting therapy. You'll need to call their mental health team. They'll ask about what you're seeking help with and may require a GP referral — though many policies allow self-referral.
When you contact Aviva, you'll need my name (Richard Lee), my BACP registration number, and my provider details. I can supply all of this — just ask when we speak.
Once authorised, we can start. I handle the invoicing directly with Aviva so you don't need to manage paperwork — you can focus on the work itself.
Some Aviva policies require a GP referral for outpatient mental health cover; others allow self-referral. Check your specific policy or call Aviva's mental health team to confirm.
This depends on your policy — typically 8 to 20 sessions per year for outpatient mental health. Aviva reviews progress periodically and may authorise further sessions if clinically appropriate.
No. I only share minimal information required for billing and treatment updates — typically a brief summary of progress. The content of your sessions remains completely confidential.
I'm also registered with AXA Health, WPA, Allianz, and Healix. Self-pay is always an option — get in touch to discuss fees.
Aviva typically covers therapy for a broad range of addiction and mental health issues. Here are the areas I specialise in:
From binge drinking to daily dependence
Cocaine, ketamine, cannabis, prescription drugs
Compulsive gambling and its emotional drivers
Compulsive relationship and sexual patterns
Internet, gaming, shopping, work compulsions
The developmental trauma that often drives addiction
Start with a free 15-minute consultation. We'll discuss what you're looking for, and I'll explain exactly how to get your Aviva sessions authorised — no confusion, no guesswork.
Confidential • BACP Accredited • Aviva Registered Provider