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Screen Addiction

Is My Phone Making Me Unhappy? How Screen Time Affects Dopamine

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In our tech-driven world, it’s easy to underestimate the quiet power of dopamine, the “feel-good” chemical that shapes our motivation, focus, and happiness. But what happens when constant screen time, notifications, and digital overstimulation start to hijack that delicate balance? At Rebel Therapies, our team of screen addiction specialists, counsellors, and master NLP practitioners see …

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What Are the Effects of Screen Addiction on Children?

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In homes and schools across the United Kingdom, screens have quietly claimed a central place in our children’s lives. Smartphones, tablets, gaming consoles and social media platforms now provide constant entertainment and connection. But with that convenience comes a growing worry: screen addiction is on the rise, and the effects on children’s mental, emotional and …

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What Age Should I Get My Child Their First Phone?

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What Age Should I Get My Child Their First Phone? In the UK, it’s becoming increasingly common to see primary school children with smartphones in their hands; devices that are both communication tools and portals into a vast digital world. At Rebel Therapies, we’ve spent years researching screen addiction and working directly with families, schools, …

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What If Banning Smartphones Isn’t the Answer?

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Smartphones are deeply woven into the fabric of our everyday lives. From work to entertainment to staying in touch with loved ones, they’ve become essential tools. But for parents, educators, and therapists, the rise in screen time among children is a growing concern. At Rebel Therapies, we’ve had countless conversations about this topic, both in …

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Petra Salva OBE

Petra Salva began her career in youth and community work after graduating with a BA Hons in Community and Youth Studies in Lancaster. Since then, she has accumulated 30 years’ experience working with young people and adults. Petra is best known for her work and contribution working in the third sector in the UK and abroad, specifically leading and designing projects within homeless charities and influencing the Government, local authorities, and the London Mayor’s Office around national and local rough sleeping strategies. She also has significant experience in leadership roles and managing large-scale change.

She has been at the forefront of developing services that directly support some of the most destitute people in our society, and in 2019 she was awarded an OBE for her years of contribution and impact in this field.

Petra is passionate about helping people and organisations to grow and develop their skills and aspirations. She is a qualified coach and mentor with many years of experience in delivering training and working one-to-one or in groups. Petra is an Accredited Executive Coach, Accredited NLP Practitioner, and is also a Master NLP accreditation.

Martin Watson

Martin is an experienced accredited psychodynamic psychotherapist with many years of working with and helping adults. Martin believes in creating a safe space and a trusting relationship can help us think and explore together the reasons you might be looking for help and counselling. He has worked with many ranges of anxiety, depression, trauma, and loss. He has a gentle, sensitive approach and would welcome meeting you to see if he can help you too.

Martin is a fully qualified psychodynamic psychotherapist accredited with the BPC (British Psychoanalytic Council). He offers individual therapy to adults and young people. He is also a registered member of the BACP (MBACP).

He has been offering individual therapy and counselling for many years in both private practise and within organisations. He is currently working with the Counselling Foundation and has previously worked at Mind in Barnet for many years. Martin also worked as part of the Grief Encounter adult bereavement counselling team.

Richard Bell

Richard brings a unique blend of professional insight and lived experience to his work as an addiction coach. With a background in tech entrepreneurship and personal recovery, Richard has an intimate understanding of the behavioural traps and dopamine cycles that underpin digital and screen-based addictions.

As an NLP Practitioner, his work is future-focused and results-driven, helping clients rewrite their inner narratives and reclaim a life of purpose and connection. Richard works one-to-one with individuals, particularly supporting young adults and professionals navigating addiction, anxiety, and life transitions.

If you’re ready to break free from screen addiction and take back control of your time, emotions, and energy, our team is here to guide you every step of the way.

 

Shabazz Nelson

Shabazz has spent over 20 years supporting clients through transformative behavioural change. As a qualified psychotherapeutic practitioner and Accredited NLP Practitioner, he brings a depth of insight into the emotional, cognitive, and behavioural patterns that drive digital dependency.

With an empathetic yet strategic style, Shabazz supports both adults and young people to overcome anxiety, addiction, self-esteem issues, and emotional trauma. His coaching is grounded in psychotherapy principles, making him an exceptional guide for clients who need both depth and direction.

Shabazz is deeply committed to using his expertise to help others achieve personal resilience and growth.

Melanie Shah

Melanie is a deeply intuitive and accomplished therapist who combines Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT), NLP, hypnotherapy and life coaching to address the unconscious roots of anxiety, trauma, and behavioural patterns. Her approach is both scientific and soulful, blending ancient healing with modern psychology.

With degrees in both Psychology and Finance, and an Accredited Certified EFT Practitioner through EFTi, Melanie also holds diplomas in Hypnotherapy, NLP and Life Coaching from the Optimal Health Clinic in London. Melanie is also a member of the Association of Hypnotherapy and is in the process of completing her Enhanced DBS.

Her sessions, described by clients as “gentle but powerful,” focus on unlocking stuck emotions and building deep emotional resilience. Melanie’s work is a cornerstone of our one-to-one therapeutic services at Rebel Therapies.

Munur Shah

After facing the emotional impact of screen addiction within his own family, Munur embarked on a deeply personal and professional mission to understand and combat the forces driving digital overuse. This journey led to the founding of Rebel Therapies in 2017.

Munur is an executive coach who has received his master NLP practitioner accreditation, a rigorous year-long training programme equipping him with training in advanced language patterns, behavioural modelling, and integration techniques. He is also a member of both the Association for Coaching and the Academy of Coaching and Training. His coaching and mentoring style is known for its depth, clarity, and powerful results.

Munur’s lived experience, combined with years of intensive study, empowers him to develop breakthrough strategies for families struggling with screen dependency. He is the author of Screen Addict: Parenting Success Stories That Will Change Your Life, a powerful guide for those seeking to restore balance and connection in a digitally distracted world. Widely recognised across Harrow, North London and Hertfordshire, Munur has delivered impactful talks to schools, borough councils, including Barnet Council, and prestigious institutions such as the University of Oxford and Christ Church College.