Education and Learning Disabilities Counselling in Arundel

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Amanda Sanford
Counsellor, MBACP
1 Endorsed
Arundel BN18
You may have tried alot of things but are still feeling emotionally exhausted, anxious, disconnected, or unsure of yourself through stress, anxiety, after a difficult relationship, burnout, or long periods of coping alone. I offer a calm, grounded therapeutic space where you can slow down, feel safe enough to explore what’s happening, and begin to trust your own experience again. I work collaboratively and at your pace, using talking therapy alongside creative approaches when helpful, to support deeper understanding, emotional regulation, and lasting change.
You may have tried alot of things but are still feeling emotionally exhausted, anxious, disconnected, or unsure of yourself through stress, anxiety, after a difficult relationship, burnout, or long periods of coping alone. I offer a calm, grounded therapeutic space where you can slow down, feel safe enough to explore what’s happening, and begin to trust your own experience again. I work collaboratively and at your pace, using talking therapy alongside creative approaches when helpful, to support deeper understanding, emotional regulation, and lasting change.
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Shanti therapeutic practice
Counsellor, MBACP
Serves Area
I am here to help you through this difficult time, even if the issues you face feel insurmountable; we will use our time to develop a genuine and professional relationship which becomes the platform for your discovery and growth. The therapeutic space will make you feel comfortable, trusting and safe, and I will support you to make positive changes in your life. I use a wide range of creative therapies to provide every opportunity to explore your worries. Ultimately we all want to be happy and able to enjoy all that life has to offer; you have the power to take control of the problems weighing you down, let me help you achieve it.
I am here to help you through this difficult time, even if the issues you face feel insurmountable; we will use our time to develop a genuine and professional relationship which becomes the platform for your discovery and growth. The therapeutic space will make you feel comfortable, trusting and safe, and I will support you to make positive changes in your life. I use a wide range of creative therapies to provide every opportunity to explore your worries. Ultimately we all want to be happy and able to enjoy all that life has to offer; you have the power to take control of the problems weighing you down, let me help you achieve it.
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Becker Cox
Counsellor, BACP
Serves Area
I've been where you are now, looking for a therapist and not sure who to choose! Deciding to have therapy and choosing who to embark on the journey with can be a daunting prospect. But, you’ve taking the first step to sharing your difficulties and that’s a great start. Having had my own therapy I know how important it is to find the right therapist. I offer a safe, welcoming space for you to share what is happening for you. I won’t judge or tell you to do things. I will support you with the choices you make. I offer appointments from 8am to 8pm and may be available at short notice.
I've been where you are now, looking for a therapist and not sure who to choose! Deciding to have therapy and choosing who to embark on the journey with can be a daunting prospect. But, you’ve taking the first step to sharing your difficulties and that’s a great start. Having had my own therapy I know how important it is to find the right therapist. I offer a safe, welcoming space for you to share what is happening for you. I won’t judge or tell you to do things. I will support you with the choices you make. I offer appointments from 8am to 8pm and may be available at short notice.
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Helen Dalton
Verified Verified
Serves Area
I work mainly with school aged children who are struggling to manage their emotions and behaviours at home and in school which may be due to many outside influences, early years traumas, environmental difficulties etc. Clients come to Play Therapy sessions to find a safe, supportive space where they can use their natural language of Play to work through their difficulties, in a non-judgemental, child-led environment, gaining understanding of their difficulties and finding ways to manage these for a more settled and healthier future.
I work mainly with school aged children who are struggling to manage their emotions and behaviours at home and in school which may be due to many outside influences, early years traumas, environmental difficulties etc. Clients come to Play Therapy sessions to find a safe, supportive space where they can use their natural language of Play to work through their difficulties, in a non-judgemental, child-led environment, gaining understanding of their difficulties and finding ways to manage these for a more settled and healthier future.
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Bare Soul Counselling
Counsellor, MBACP
Serves Area
Do you often feel stuck, overwhelmed, or not good enough? Anxiety and self-doubt can leave you feeling exhausted, disconnected from yourself, and unsure how to move forward. Many of my clients come to counselling feeling lost, struggling with confidence, relationships, life changes, or the constant pressure of overthinking. Together, we create a safe, non-judgemental space to explore what's holding you back and help you regain clarity and self-belief.
Do you often feel stuck, overwhelmed, or not good enough? Anxiety and self-doubt can leave you feeling exhausted, disconnected from yourself, and unsure how to move forward. Many of my clients come to counselling feeling lost, struggling with confidence, relationships, life changes, or the constant pressure of overthinking. Together, we create a safe, non-judgemental space to explore what's holding you back and help you regain clarity and self-belief.
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Isabel Kendrick
Psychotherapist, MBACP Accred
Arundel BN18
Not accepting new clients
Hello and welcome my name is Isabel and I am based in Arundel in West Sussex, I offer counselling to suit your needs either face to face or online at a time and pace that works for you. Life can be challenging at times, and counselling can provide a supportive, safe, and confidential space to explore relationships and events in our lives that might make us feel overwhelmed or helpless.
Hello and welcome my name is Isabel and I am based in Arundel in West Sussex, I offer counselling to suit your needs either face to face or online at a time and pace that works for you. Life can be challenging at times, and counselling can provide a supportive, safe, and confidential space to explore relationships and events in our lives that might make us feel overwhelmed or helpless.
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Gemma Fisk
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
1 Endorsed
Horsham RH12
Waitlist for new clients
I am a Clinical Psychologist who specialises in supporting children and young people, and their families. I work with a range of presenting issues including anxiety, low mood, low self-esteem and behavioural difficulties.
I am a Clinical Psychologist who specialises in supporting children and young people, and their families. I work with a range of presenting issues including anxiety, low mood, low self-esteem and behavioural difficulties.
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Arran Agyeman-Ellis
Counsellor, MBACP
Hove BN3
I am a Humanistic Integrative Counsellor and Holistic Life Coach. I work with adults who feel stuck, overwhelmed, or unsure how to move forward. You might be experiencing anxiety, low mood, stress, anger, or difficulties in your relationships, or struggling with confidence, self-esteem, or negative beliefs about yourself. You may feel like you’re going through the motions, facing a situation that has lasted a long time, or know something needs to change but aren’t sure how. You might also be faced with a decision, a dilemma, or a situation where you’re unsure how to approach things.
I am a Humanistic Integrative Counsellor and Holistic Life Coach. I work with adults who feel stuck, overwhelmed, or unsure how to move forward. You might be experiencing anxiety, low mood, stress, anger, or difficulties in your relationships, or struggling with confidence, self-esteem, or negative beliefs about yourself. You may feel like you’re going through the motions, facing a situation that has lasted a long time, or know something needs to change but aren’t sure how. You might also be faced with a decision, a dilemma, or a situation where you’re unsure how to approach things.
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I am very experience working with adults and teenagers with special needs/ learning difficulties, ADHD, Autism, Gender issues, LGBT+, disabilities & illness.
I am a caring, kind, compassionate and easy to talk to therapist. I work with you to support you in exploring your difficulties and goals. I will provide a safe, confidential environment. in-person or online, to talk about and work on any worries, issues or thoughts affecting you. The time we spend together will be responsive to and guided by you. I don't shy away from challenge in helping you explore and understand yourself, your thoughts and actions but do this always in a gentle, collaborative investigative way, helping you to challenge and understand yourself. Therapy will be directed towards your goals, aims and wishes.
I am very experience working with adults and teenagers with special needs/ learning difficulties, ADHD, Autism, Gender issues, LGBT+, disabilities & illness.
I am a caring, kind, compassionate and easy to talk to therapist. I work with you to support you in exploring your difficulties and goals. I will provide a safe, confidential environment. in-person or online, to talk about and work on any worries, issues or thoughts affecting you. The time we spend together will be responsive to and guided by you. I don't shy away from challenge in helping you explore and understand yourself, your thoughts and actions but do this always in a gentle, collaborative investigative way, helping you to challenge and understand yourself. Therapy will be directed towards your goals, aims and wishes.
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Ashdown Forest Consultancy - Teresa Hollingsworth
Psychologist, MSc, HCPC - Occup. Psych.
Online Only
Hello and welcome to my personal page. I understand that, at times, life can be tough. We can all feel overwhelmed, anxious or depressed. Life events or circumstances may have caused you to feel lost, sad, frightened, angry or panicky. You may be having negative thoughts. Are you experiencing work-related stress, medical/health issues or having difficulty with communication or relationships? Do you think you may have dyslexia, dyspraxia, ADHD or possibly autism/Asperger's? Everyone's story and reason for seeking therapy is different and it can take courage to ask for help.
Hello and welcome to my personal page. I understand that, at times, life can be tough. We can all feel overwhelmed, anxious or depressed. Life events or circumstances may have caused you to feel lost, sad, frightened, angry or panicky. You may be having negative thoughts. Are you experiencing work-related stress, medical/health issues or having difficulty with communication or relationships? Do you think you may have dyslexia, dyspraxia, ADHD or possibly autism/Asperger's? Everyone's story and reason for seeking therapy is different and it can take courage to ask for help.
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Matthew Gettins
Counsellor, MBACP
Havant PO9
Hello, my name is Matthew and I’m a counsellor based at Havant Meeting Place - Havant United Reformed Church. I acknowledge counselling is a brave step to take with initially making the enquiry and then having the courage to attend the first session. I have had counselling in my life and being listened to seemed surreal at first. Friends and family had always given their opinions and reassurances, with the best of intentions at heart, yet being really listened to was ground-breaking for me. I aim to ease any anxiety by arranging an appointment as soon as possible so therapy can begin.
Hello, my name is Matthew and I’m a counsellor based at Havant Meeting Place - Havant United Reformed Church. I acknowledge counselling is a brave step to take with initially making the enquiry and then having the courage to attend the first session. I have had counselling in my life and being listened to seemed surreal at first. Friends and family had always given their opinions and reassurances, with the best of intentions at heart, yet being really listened to was ground-breaking for me. I aim to ease any anxiety by arranging an appointment as soon as possible so therapy can begin.
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Gemma Nethersole
Counsellor, MBACP
1 Endorsed
At times life can be distressing or leave us feeling less able to cope. Perhaps you feel at odds with yourself; unsure of how to move forward or aware that you don't want to continue feeling as you do now.
At times life can be distressing or leave us feeling less able to cope. Perhaps you feel at odds with yourself; unsure of how to move forward or aware that you don't want to continue feeling as you do now.
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Summerfield TEC Counselling
Counsellor, MSc, MNCPS Acc.
I have additional qualification in Self-Harm and Suicide Awareness, and have extensive learning in Working with Adopted Adults.
I work with individuals and families within the adoption community, including adults who were adopted, families who are adopting or have recently adopted, and those who are fostering children. As a foster and adoptive parent, I bring lived experience alongside professional training, offering an empathic and non-judgemental space to explore identity, attachment, loss, relationship challenges. I also work with members of the education community. With over 30 years’ experience in international and boarding schools, I support teachers, school leaders, students, parents experiencing stress, burnout, transitions and school concerns.
I have additional qualification in Self-Harm and Suicide Awareness, and have extensive learning in Working with Adopted Adults.
I work with individuals and families within the adoption community, including adults who were adopted, families who are adopting or have recently adopted, and those who are fostering children. As a foster and adoptive parent, I bring lived experience alongside professional training, offering an empathic and non-judgemental space to explore identity, attachment, loss, relationship challenges. I also work with members of the education community. With over 30 years’ experience in international and boarding schools, I support teachers, school leaders, students, parents experiencing stress, burnout, transitions and school concerns.
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Eleanor Gavira
Psychotherapist, MBABCP
Online Only
With over 20 years of experience in mental health, I offer evidence-based Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) designed to help you overcome life’s challenges and move toward a healthier, more fulfilling life. As a dual-trained CBT Therapist (Low-Intensity & High-Intensity CBT ) and special educational needs teacher, I tailor therapy to meet your unique needs - whether you’re seeking focused, practical support or deeper, long-term change. Areas of Support - Depression, Worry & Stress Management, Panic & Phobias, Social Anxiety Disorder, Health Anxiety, OCD, Mild to Moderate PTSD
With over 20 years of experience in mental health, I offer evidence-based Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) designed to help you overcome life’s challenges and move toward a healthier, more fulfilling life. As a dual-trained CBT Therapist (Low-Intensity & High-Intensity CBT ) and special educational needs teacher, I tailor therapy to meet your unique needs - whether you’re seeking focused, practical support or deeper, long-term change. Areas of Support - Depression, Worry & Stress Management, Panic & Phobias, Social Anxiety Disorder, Health Anxiety, OCD, Mild to Moderate PTSD
01403 907118 View 01403 907118
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Rob Upton
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, MBACP
Serves Area
On the outside, you seem fine - calm, capable, holding it all together. But inside, it’s a different story. I work with adults who are silently battling with pressure, anger, or a sense that something is missing from their lives. Many people I work with describe a feeling of living behind a mask, smiling, coping, keeping up appearances, while privately battling anxiety, low mood, grief, or a sense of disconnection. If that resonates with you, you're not alone. I can help. I'm Rob Upton. I specialise in working with adults and young people who are seeking relief from these pressures.
On the outside, you seem fine - calm, capable, holding it all together. But inside, it’s a different story. I work with adults who are silently battling with pressure, anger, or a sense that something is missing from their lives. Many people I work with describe a feeling of living behind a mask, smiling, coping, keeping up appearances, while privately battling anxiety, low mood, grief, or a sense of disconnection. If that resonates with you, you're not alone. I can help. I'm Rob Upton. I specialise in working with adults and young people who are seeking relief from these pressures.
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Anna Bassett
Verified Verified
I am an integrative and trauma informed counsellor based in Chichester West Sussex. I work therapeutically with children, young people and adults in a gentle, empathic and warm way. Fundamental to my approach is the belief that we all have the potential to change, develop and lead more satisfying lives. You may be having relationship difficulties, issues with anxiety, experienced trauma of some kind, or looking to change an aspect of your life that is not fulfilling. In providing a relationship which feels safe you can, at your own pace, find your own answers and feel heard and supported towards a happier way of living and being
I am an integrative and trauma informed counsellor based in Chichester West Sussex. I work therapeutically with children, young people and adults in a gentle, empathic and warm way. Fundamental to my approach is the belief that we all have the potential to change, develop and lead more satisfying lives. You may be having relationship difficulties, issues with anxiety, experienced trauma of some kind, or looking to change an aspect of your life that is not fulfilling. In providing a relationship which feels safe you can, at your own pace, find your own answers and feel heard and supported towards a happier way of living and being
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Laura Tinkl
Psychologist, PsychD, CPsychol
Lewes BN8
Sometimes children and young people can behave in ways that are difficult to understand. As their parents/carers, we can feel confused as to what might be happening for our child and how we can best help them. Your child might be behaving in ways that frighten you (e.g. violent outbursts or self-harming behaviours) or in other ways that concern you (e.g. increasingly anxious or withdrawn behaviour, refusing school etc.). You may have attended parenting courses, read books or spoken to friends/family, but still feel at a loss as to what to do to help your child and how to feel connected to them again. Now is the time to seek help.
Sometimes children and young people can behave in ways that are difficult to understand. As their parents/carers, we can feel confused as to what might be happening for our child and how we can best help them. Your child might be behaving in ways that frighten you (e.g. violent outbursts or self-harming behaviours) or in other ways that concern you (e.g. increasingly anxious or withdrawn behaviour, refusing school etc.). You may have attended parenting courses, read books or spoken to friends/family, but still feel at a loss as to what to do to help your child and how to feel connected to them again. Now is the time to seek help.
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Suzanna - Autism, ADHD and Trauma Counsellor
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, MBACP
2 Endorsed
Hello, I'm Suzanna. I’m a therapist for autistic, ADHD and AuDHD adults — and I’m neurodivergent myself. You don’t have to over-explain or justify your brain to me, because I get it. Neurodivergence often comes with anxiety, burnout, masking, or feeling overwhelmed. It can show up as frustration, shame, or a sense of being stuck or “not enough.” Maybe you are a just diagnosed young adult, trying to understand how you can better support yourself in study, work or social environments. Or perhaps you are one of the “late-diagnosed” - now realising why some areas of life have felt so hard and looking to learn more and make changes.
Hello, I'm Suzanna. I’m a therapist for autistic, ADHD and AuDHD adults — and I’m neurodivergent myself. You don’t have to over-explain or justify your brain to me, because I get it. Neurodivergence often comes with anxiety, burnout, masking, or feeling overwhelmed. It can show up as frustration, shame, or a sense of being stuck or “not enough.” Maybe you are a just diagnosed young adult, trying to understand how you can better support yourself in study, work or social environments. Or perhaps you are one of the “late-diagnosed” - now realising why some areas of life have felt so hard and looking to learn more and make changes.
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We firmly believe in supporting family relationships and providing a holistic approach to children and young peoples' wellbeing, learning and development.
At Embrace, we provide compassionate and professional support services for children, young people, and families. Our team of expert associates are dedicated to helping individuals and families overcome difficulties with challenging behaviour, adolescent relationships, transitions, anxiety, and low mood. All clinical interventions are delivered by a qualified and experienced PG Certified Psychotherapist. Our approach is tailored to the unique needs of each individual or situation and we strive to create a safe and supportive environment for our clients.
We firmly believe in supporting family relationships and providing a holistic approach to children and young peoples' wellbeing, learning and development.
At Embrace, we provide compassionate and professional support services for children, young people, and families. Our team of expert associates are dedicated to helping individuals and families overcome difficulties with challenging behaviour, adolescent relationships, transitions, anxiety, and low mood. All clinical interventions are delivered by a qualified and experienced PG Certified Psychotherapist. Our approach is tailored to the unique needs of each individual or situation and we strive to create a safe and supportive environment for our clients.
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The Practice
Psychotherapist, MBACP
We can all have difficulties in everyday life and encounter problems that we simply find hard to cope with alone. You may feel worried, anxious, low, confused, isolated or may be experience difficulties in relationships. You may be suffering from feelings of low self esteem or low self confidence. You may have been diagnosed with anxiety, generalised anxiety disorder, depression, or maybe you are just feeling sad. When these feelings and thoughts persist and become overwhelming it may be difficult to know which way to turn.
We can all have difficulties in everyday life and encounter problems that we simply find hard to cope with alone. You may feel worried, anxious, low, confused, isolated or may be experience difficulties in relationships. You may be suffering from feelings of low self esteem or low self confidence. You may have been diagnosed with anxiety, generalised anxiety disorder, depression, or maybe you are just feeling sad. When these feelings and thoughts persist and become overwhelming it may be difficult to know which way to turn.
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Education and Learning Disabilities Counsellors
How effective is treatment for learning disabilities?
When initiated early and tailored to a child’s specific needs, learning disability treatment can be quite effective at helping a child cope with their disability, though its exact efficacy may depend on the severity of symptoms and whether comorbid disorders exist. Less is known about treatment initiated in adulthood, but it is certainly possible that an adult with a learning disability will see some improvement—or at the very least, identify workarounds and accommodations that could make symptoms less burdensome in day-to-day life.

When should someone seek treatment for learning disabilities?
It’s best to seek treatment as early as possible. Because learning disabilities often go unnoticed until a child starts school, or even until they’re a few years along, regular check-ins with teachers and doctors can help parents determine whether children are meeting milestones and keeping up with peers or whether an evaluation for learning disabilities may be warranted. And although earlier is always better, it’s never too late to be evaluated for learning disabilities and to seek treatment.

What happens if learning disabilities are left untreated?
Undiagnosed and untreated learning disabilities can be a source of significant frustration and shame for a child, who may feel that their challenges stem from a lack of intelligence or willpower. Such feelings can trigger low self-esteem, depression, or anxiety, which may push a child toward risky behaviors, including substance use. In adulthood, untreated learning disabilities can interfere with career success, and lingering feelings of self-doubt and shame can negatively affect someone’s mental health.

Are there medications for learning disabilities?
Currently, there are no medications designed to treat specific learning disabilities such as dysgraphia or dyscalculia. However, someone with a learning disability may be prescribed medication for a comorbid condition, such as anxiety, depression, or ADHD, which may have positive downstream effects on their learning disability; for example, a child with both ADHD and dyslexia may find that they’re better able to focus on their reading exercises after being prescribed a stimulant medication.