On the sofa with TV therapist Sally Baker

Shopping addiction is no joke. The secret purchases aren't just financially ruinous. The behaviour required to keep this secret destroys relationships. There is life after debt, and however deep in the hole you are, you can recover and build your life. It takes the first courageous step to ask for help. Here are some help contacts: United Kingdom StepChange Debt Charity Services: Provides free debt advice and debt management plans.Contact: Call 0800 138 1111 or visit their website to chat online. United States National Foundation for Credit Counseling (NFCC) Services: Offers credit counselling and debt relief services.Contact: Call 800-388-2227 to speak to a certified credit counsellor or use their online locator to find a counsellor near you.