Brighton
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DBT Brighter Horizons Brighton
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
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DBT Brighter Horizons Brighton

Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.

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Available both in-person and online
18A Clermont Road Brighton BN1
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Brighter Horizons Brighton is a collaboration of highly trained therapists providing specialist Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) in Brighton and online. We provide compassionate, evidence-based DBT in both individual and group formats, following the NICE (2009) guidelines for the treatment of Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD). We work with both adults and adolescents providing both DBT and a range of other NICE compliant treatments. Our supportive approach includes all four core modes of the evidence-based DBT model including consult, skills group, coaching and 1-1 therapy.
In addition to DBT, practitioners offer many other evidence based therapies including DBT-PTSD, DBT-PE, EMDR and TF-CBT.
We welcome individuals with or without a diagnosis of personality disorder. We regularly work with individuals who are neurodivergent and with a range of other diagnoses. Our main focus is on supporting clients to build a life worth living and move forwards in meaningful and valued directions.
DBT Brighter Horizons Brighton now for a free 15 minute consultation

Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

18A Clermont Road

Brighton BN1 map
Website
£120 Per Session, I accept insurance 
I see individuals, families and groups  
Connect with DBT Brighter Horizons Brighton
Photo of Louise McCusker - DBT Brighter Horizons Brighton, Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.

Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

18A Clermont Road

Brighton BN1 map
Website
£120 Per Session, I accept insurance 
I see individuals, families and groups  

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions £120
  • Concession rate: apply if you may be eligible

Payment Methods

Bank transfer, Cash, Paypal

Insurance

  • Aviva
  • Bupa
  • Vitality
  • WPA
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We have a range of payment options and have a sliding scale for those that cannot afford to pay our full fee.
Photo of Louise McCusker - DBT Brighter Horizons Brighton, Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
DBT Brighter Horizons Brighton
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
for a free 15 minute consultation now.
"
We have a range of payment options and have a sliding scale for those that cannot afford to pay our full fee.
Photo of Louise McCusker - DBT Brighter Horizons Brighton, Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
DBT Brighter Horizons Brighton
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
for a free 15 minute consultation now.

Qualifications

    Psychologist: Louise McCusker
  • Verified by Psychology Today Membership with Health & Care Professions Council Louise McCusker

    • Additional Credentials

  • Certificate from Society for DBT UK Accredited DBT Therapist / 2024
  • Certificate from EMDR UK EMDR Practitioner / 2025
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We work as a collaboration of highly skilled, experienced and trained professionals offering DBT and other psychotherapy models (EMDR, DBT-PE, CBT, DBT-PTSD). We have all had extensive NHS experience alongside our private practice.
Photo of Louise McCusker - DBT Brighter Horizons Brighton, Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
DBT Brighter Horizons Brighton
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
for a free 15 minute consultation now.
"
We work as a collaboration of highly skilled, experienced and trained professionals offering DBT and other psychotherapy models (EMDR, DBT-PE, CBT, DBT-PTSD). We have all had extensive NHS experience alongside our private practice.
Photo of Louise McCusker - DBT Brighter Horizons Brighton, Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
DBT Brighter Horizons Brighton
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
for a free 15 minute consultation now.

Specialties and Expertise

Expertise

  • ADHD
  • Alcohol Use
  • Anger Management
  • Anxiety
  • Autism
  • Behavioural Issues
  • Bipolar Disorder
  • Borderline Personality (BPD)
  • Chronic Impulsivity
  • Coping Skills
  • Dissociative Disorders (DID)
  • Drug Abuse
  • Eating Disorders
  • Impulse Control Disorders
  • Mood Disorders
  • Neurodivergence
  • Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD)
  • Personality Disorders
  • Self Esteem
  • Self-Harming
  • Stress
  • Suicidal Ideation
  • Thinking Disorders
  • Transgender
  • Trauma and PTSD
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Individuals who benefit from DBT often describe how knowing something logically simply does not change how they feel emotionally. DBT aims to teach skills to more effectively cope with intense emotions, understand their message and find skilful ways to bring logic and emotion together.
Photo of Louise McCusker - DBT Brighter Horizons Brighton, Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
DBT Brighter Horizons Brighton
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
for a free 15 minute consultation now.
"
Individuals who benefit from DBT often describe how knowing something logically simply does not change how they feel emotionally. DBT aims to teach skills to more effectively cope with intense emotions, understand their message and find skilful ways to bring logic and emotion together.
Photo of Louise McCusker - DBT Brighter Horizons Brighton, Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
DBT Brighter Horizons Brighton
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
for a free 15 minute consultation now.

Client Focus

Age

Teen , 
Adults , 
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals , 
Family , 
Group

Age

Teen , 
Adults , 
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals , 
Family , 
Group

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Cognitive Behavioural (CBT)
  • Compassion Focused
  • Dialectical Behaviour (DBT)
  • EMDR
  • Trauma Focused
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Practitioners generally use DBT though some have training in other models. In an initial DBT session, the practitioner will explore your goals for therapy, main 'problem behaviours' and introduce you to ways that DBT can help. DBT is an emotion focused, non-judgemental therapy that helps you learn skills to more effectively cope and move towards the life you want.
Photo of Louise McCusker - DBT Brighter Horizons Brighton, Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
DBT Brighter Horizons Brighton
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
for a free 15 minute consultation now.
"
Practitioners generally use DBT though some have training in other models. In an initial DBT session, the practitioner will explore your goals for therapy, main 'problem behaviours' and introduce you to ways that DBT can help. DBT is an emotion focused, non-judgemental therapy that helps you learn skills to more effectively cope and move towards the life you want.
Photo of Louise McCusker - DBT Brighter Horizons Brighton, Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
DBT Brighter Horizons Brighton
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
for a free 15 minute consultation now.

Location

Primary Location

18A Clermont Road

Brighton BN1

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Photo of Louise McCusker - DBT Brighter Horizons Brighton, Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
DBT Brighter Horizons Brighton
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Photo of Louise McCusker - DBT Brighter Horizons Brighton, Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
DBT Brighter Horizons Brighton
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.