Geriatric Counselling in Bognor Regis

Christine Mortimer
Counsellor, MBACP
Serves Area
We sometimes find it difficult to cope with the things that life throws at us, be it relationship issues, health problems, self esteem and self doubt, anxiety, depression, panic attacks or phobias. Sometimes we just need a safe space where we can explore and talk about the things that worry us with someone who can help us find our own way through the struggle in an empathic and totally non-judgmental way. I am a fully integrative psychotherapist offering counselling and hypnotherapy in a calm, mindful and supportive environment.
We sometimes find it difficult to cope with the things that life throws at us, be it relationship issues, health problems, self esteem and self doubt, anxiety, depression, panic attacks or phobias. Sometimes we just need a safe space where we can explore and talk about the things that worry us with someone who can help us find our own way through the struggle in an empathic and totally non-judgmental way. I am a fully integrative psychotherapist offering counselling and hypnotherapy in a calm, mindful and supportive environment.
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Caz Squires
Counsellor, MBACP
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
I work with adults who are experiencing low self-esteem or confidence, often linked to early life experiences or difficult relationships—past or present. Those experiences can lead to feelings of anxiety, shame or depression, and affect the way you see yourself, your boundaries, and your relationships. If you are questioning your worth, noticing patterns in relationships, or finding yourself putting others first at your own expense, my aim is to support you in developing a kinder, more compassionate relationship with yourself, and balanced, more authentic connections with others. I also work with stress, loss, and life transitions
I work with adults who are experiencing low self-esteem or confidence, often linked to early life experiences or difficult relationships—past or present. Those experiences can lead to feelings of anxiety, shame or depression, and affect the way you see yourself, your boundaries, and your relationships. If you are questioning your worth, noticing patterns in relationships, or finding yourself putting others first at your own expense, my aim is to support you in developing a kinder, more compassionate relationship with yourself, and balanced, more authentic connections with others. I also work with stress, loss, and life transitions
01903 802207 View 01903 802207
Deborah Wood
Psychotherapist, MBACP
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
I offer both long and short term work & have a special interest in the challenges faced by older and elderly members in society.
Welcome. Many people come to me with anxiety, people who are feeling overwhelmed at times, often feeling stuck in cycles they cannot fully explain and are finding it difficult to balance the challenges of everyday life. Does that sound like you? Therapy is a collaborative process where we move together at a pace that feels safe and comfortable, balancing the depth of the work with the support and insight you are looking for. Change is a process we work towards so you can begin to feel more empowered, more grounded, better able to navigate through those inner emotions and feel confident to lead a more rewarding lifestyle.
I offer both long and short term work & have a special interest in the challenges faced by older and elderly members in society.
Welcome. Many people come to me with anxiety, people who are feeling overwhelmed at times, often feeling stuck in cycles they cannot fully explain and are finding it difficult to balance the challenges of everyday life. Does that sound like you? Therapy is a collaborative process where we move together at a pace that feels safe and comfortable, balancing the depth of the work with the support and insight you are looking for. Change is a process we work towards so you can begin to feel more empowered, more grounded, better able to navigate through those inner emotions and feel confident to lead a more rewarding lifestyle.
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Lise Baker
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Serves Area
I offer short or long term therapy and work with adults and the elderly on a one-to-one basis.
As an experienced, registered and qualified Integrative Therapist, I have many years of experience. I am able to draw on skills from a variety of therapeutic models with a background in private practice, public counselling services, and NHS acute clinical settings, enabling me to tailor my approach to meet your individual needs.
I offer short or long term therapy and work with adults and the elderly on a one-to-one basis.
As an experienced, registered and qualified Integrative Therapist, I have many years of experience. I am able to draw on skills from a variety of therapeutic models with a background in private practice, public counselling services, and NHS acute clinical settings, enabling me to tailor my approach to meet your individual needs.
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Andrea Dechamps
Counsellor, MBACP
Serves Area
Specialising in support for people living with serious, potentially life-limiting illness (cancer and other conditions). More broadly, I work with any kind of loss and life transitions. Anxiety and burnout. How to move beyond stuckness. Relationship and family issues. Exploration and resolving of ancestral patterns. Employment related concerns. A warm welcome. I am an Integrative Counsellor & Supervisor with over 30 years experience. Also trained in Family & System Constellations and Coaching. People come to me for my life experience, compassion and my ability to get to the heart of what matters, at a pace that works for you.
Specialising in support for people living with serious, potentially life-limiting illness (cancer and other conditions). More broadly, I work with any kind of loss and life transitions. Anxiety and burnout. How to move beyond stuckness. Relationship and family issues. Exploration and resolving of ancestral patterns. Employment related concerns. A warm welcome. I am an Integrative Counsellor & Supervisor with over 30 years experience. Also trained in Family & System Constellations and Coaching. People come to me for my life experience, compassion and my ability to get to the heart of what matters, at a pace that works for you.
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Tracey Burgess
Psychotherapist, MNCPS Acc.
Newport PO30
The changing times we are living in seem to offer uncertainty meaning, for many different reasons and in all sorts of ways, we could find ourselves placed under increasing pressure and faced with unreasonable expectations. Life can suddenly be turned upside down by unexpected life altering events which you may not have the energy to deal with, feel less able to cope and may lead to impacting your relationships with family, peers and also work colleagues. Counselling can help when faced with challenges, overwhelmed by feelings of distress, confusion and anxiety about past issues or finding it hard to make decisions in the present.
The changing times we are living in seem to offer uncertainty meaning, for many different reasons and in all sorts of ways, we could find ourselves placed under increasing pressure and faced with unreasonable expectations. Life can suddenly be turned upside down by unexpected life altering events which you may not have the energy to deal with, feel less able to cope and may lead to impacting your relationships with family, peers and also work colleagues. Counselling can help when faced with challenges, overwhelmed by feelings of distress, confusion and anxiety about past issues or finding it hard to make decisions in the present.
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Caroline Allan
Counsellor, MBACP
As a humanistic counsellor I believe that therapy is about self exploration, which can help when you are struggling with your current life, perhaps feeling anxious, overwhelmed, stressed or depressed. I aim to create a relationship with you in which you can feel safe to be fully transparent and talk about difficult or painful experiences, thoughts or feelings. I hope that through a reflective partnership, I can help you become more self aware but with no judgement.
As a humanistic counsellor I believe that therapy is about self exploration, which can help when you are struggling with your current life, perhaps feeling anxious, overwhelmed, stressed or depressed. I aim to create a relationship with you in which you can feel safe to be fully transparent and talk about difficult or painful experiences, thoughts or feelings. I hope that through a reflective partnership, I can help you become more self aware but with no judgement.
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Deborah Warman-Freed
Psychotherapist, MA, MUKCP
Online Only
Since you're reading this page then I imagine you’d like some aspects of your life to be different and you're wondering if I - or therapy - can help you. Your concerns may be about difficult feelings that feel overwhelming. You may be finding it a challenge to like yourself or perhaps you're struggling with relationships. Or you may be coming to terms with a trauma or a loss in your life and are looking to process your experience and see a way forward. We come to therapy for a myriad of reasons.
Since you're reading this page then I imagine you’d like some aspects of your life to be different and you're wondering if I - or therapy - can help you. Your concerns may be about difficult feelings that feel overwhelming. You may be finding it a challenge to like yourself or perhaps you're struggling with relationships. Or you may be coming to terms with a trauma or a loss in your life and are looking to process your experience and see a way forward. We come to therapy for a myriad of reasons.
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Laura Crossley
Counsellor, MBACP
Serves Area
Whether in-person or online; I offer a warm, friendly and professional space to talk which I hope will provide you with a feeling of safety to be able to be honest and free from judgement. Whatever is troubling you, whether you are aware of what that is or not, I will walk with you through your journey of discovery. You may be feeling sad, anxious or depressed and need someone to help you feel truly heard: I am here for you. Reaching out is the first step, I'm aware of how hard that may be. Let's talk and see how we can reach your goals together.
Whether in-person or online; I offer a warm, friendly and professional space to talk which I hope will provide you with a feeling of safety to be able to be honest and free from judgement. Whatever is troubling you, whether you are aware of what that is or not, I will walk with you through your journey of discovery. You may be feeling sad, anxious or depressed and need someone to help you feel truly heard: I am here for you. Reaching out is the first step, I'm aware of how hard that may be. Let's talk and see how we can reach your goals together.
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Maya Rosser
Counsellor, PNCPS Acc.
Worthing BN14
Have you ever felt like your mind is a ball of string, tangled and in need of gentle untangling? Maybe you’re at a point in your life where you’d benefit from a pause button, or just a quiet moment to simply be. If that resonates, then you’re in the right place. I understand that taking the first step towards seeing a therapist can be one of the hardest and most vulnerable moments, and my aim is to make that step feel safe, supported, and met with warmth and trust. I also work with the Connections Model, seeing each individual as a whole, mind, body, emotion, and soul by exploring how different parts of ourselves connect.
Have you ever felt like your mind is a ball of string, tangled and in need of gentle untangling? Maybe you’re at a point in your life where you’d benefit from a pause button, or just a quiet moment to simply be. If that resonates, then you’re in the right place. I understand that taking the first step towards seeing a therapist can be one of the hardest and most vulnerable moments, and my aim is to make that step feel safe, supported, and met with warmth and trust. I also work with the Connections Model, seeing each individual as a whole, mind, body, emotion, and soul by exploring how different parts of ourselves connect.
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Mei Mei Jacklin
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, MBACP
I offer a warm, calm and creative environment to explore what you may be struggling with or trying to make sense of. Grounded in a psychodynamic approach, I support adults navigating anxiety, depression, overwhelming feelings, life transitions, past trauma and relationship difficulties. My way of working focuses on helping you understand the root of your struggles whilst also paying attention to what is happening in the present in the hope that you will understand yourself more deeply.
I offer a warm, calm and creative environment to explore what you may be struggling with or trying to make sense of. Grounded in a psychodynamic approach, I support adults navigating anxiety, depression, overwhelming feelings, life transitions, past trauma and relationship difficulties. My way of working focuses on helping you understand the root of your struggles whilst also paying attention to what is happening in the present in the hope that you will understand yourself more deeply.
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Alison Newton
Counsellor, MBACP
1 Endorsed
Hove BN3
I understand how hard getting support can feel; not knowing how talking might help or if you’re ready to let someone share your inner world. Finding the right fit for you shouldn’t also be part of the struggle. Most people come to therapy to stop hiding. But for Neurodivergent and LGBTQ+ communities, the therapy can sometimes feel like another place where you must mask, explain yourself, or justify your sensory needs. Whether you’re processing or exploring ADHD/Autism/AuDHD, exploring your gender or sexuality, or just ‘managing’ living in an inhospitable world, I provide a space where you don't have to translate yourself.
I understand how hard getting support can feel; not knowing how talking might help or if you’re ready to let someone share your inner world. Finding the right fit for you shouldn’t also be part of the struggle. Most people come to therapy to stop hiding. But for Neurodivergent and LGBTQ+ communities, the therapy can sometimes feel like another place where you must mask, explain yourself, or justify your sensory needs. Whether you’re processing or exploring ADHD/Autism/AuDHD, exploring your gender or sexuality, or just ‘managing’ living in an inhospitable world, I provide a space where you don't have to translate yourself.
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Helen Rose
Psychotherapist, MBACP Accred
Serves Area
I offer a professional, confidential and friendly space for you to explore whatever is troubling you. I am open, honest and laid back and provide a safe, non-judgmental environment to explore any difficulties in your life. Talking about and exploring your emotions and feelings will help you come to your own conclusions and empower you to take your next steps in life. Talking to a counsellor can feel daunting, but can help you resolve and understand any challenges or difficulties you may be facing. Counselling can help you make sense of your emotions bringing about positive change in your life. I also work using EMDR.
I offer a professional, confidential and friendly space for you to explore whatever is troubling you. I am open, honest and laid back and provide a safe, non-judgmental environment to explore any difficulties in your life. Talking about and exploring your emotions and feelings will help you come to your own conclusions and empower you to take your next steps in life. Talking to a counsellor can feel daunting, but can help you resolve and understand any challenges or difficulties you may be facing. Counselling can help you make sense of your emotions bringing about positive change in your life. I also work using EMDR.
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Caring Counselling Worthing
Counsellor, MBACP
Worthing BN11
I support unpaid carers in Worthing, West Sussex. The relentless pressure of looking after loved ones with illness, disability, or mental health struggles can leave you feeling anxious, isolated, and emotionally exhausted. Many carers face deep guilt, stress, low mood, or anticipatory grief. Some feel they’ve lost their own identity and then struggle to rebuild their life when caring ends. As an experienced counsellor, I help you navigate these complex emotions. Together, we'll work collaboratively to unpack burnout, rebuild your self-esteem, and develop coping strategies so you can reclaim your life. I also offer supervision.
I support unpaid carers in Worthing, West Sussex. The relentless pressure of looking after loved ones with illness, disability, or mental health struggles can leave you feeling anxious, isolated, and emotionally exhausted. Many carers face deep guilt, stress, low mood, or anticipatory grief. Some feel they’ve lost their own identity and then struggle to rebuild their life when caring ends. As an experienced counsellor, I help you navigate these complex emotions. Together, we'll work collaboratively to unpack burnout, rebuild your self-esteem, and develop coping strategies so you can reclaim your life. I also offer supervision.
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Catherine Elizabeth Goss
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, MBACP
People come to counselling when their life is not going as they want it to. You may be having difficulties in one or more of a wide range, including anger, anxiety, bereavement, depression, divorce and separation, family issues, guilt, loneliness, injury, loss and grief, low self esteem, relationship issues or stress. I can help you by really listening in a non-judgemental and empathetic way and with gentle questions and observations to help you to understand how your past may have affected you so far and to find greater understanding of yourself and the important people in your life so moving on to a more whole and happier future.
People come to counselling when their life is not going as they want it to. You may be having difficulties in one or more of a wide range, including anger, anxiety, bereavement, depression, divorce and separation, family issues, guilt, loneliness, injury, loss and grief, low self esteem, relationship issues or stress. I can help you by really listening in a non-judgemental and empathetic way and with gentle questions and observations to help you to understand how your past may have affected you so far and to find greater understanding of yourself and the important people in your life so moving on to a more whole and happier future.
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Beri Cohn
Psychologist, MSc, HCPC - Couns. Psych.
Online Only
No one needs to suffer alone, and in fact, I like to think that no one needs to suffer at all. I have dedicated most of my adult life, helping people with their mental health, as a nurse, a social worker and as a psychologist. I have over 40 years experience in the Mental Health field, 16 of which have been with the NHS as a Senior Psychologist. I help all age groups using on-line therapy. My clients have varied needs and I offer an individual plan of treatment for each person depending upon their specific needs and goals. I also have a special interest in working with LGBTQ+ clients
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Aidan Harvey
Counsellor, MBACP
Hove BN3
Whatever your reason for starting therapy, whether you are feeling anxious or depressed, dealing with a major life event, seeking clarity, or simply wanting to know yourself better, I’m here to walk alongside you and listen. Therapy is a collaborative journey that draws on the healing power of authentic human connection. I offer a safe, judgment-free space where you can be truly seen and heard. My approach is informed by humanistic principles that emphasise empathy, presence, and respect for your unique life experience. I am committed to seeing you as a whole person, not as a set of symptoms or a label.
Whatever your reason for starting therapy, whether you are feeling anxious or depressed, dealing with a major life event, seeking clarity, or simply wanting to know yourself better, I’m here to walk alongside you and listen. Therapy is a collaborative journey that draws on the healing power of authentic human connection. I offer a safe, judgment-free space where you can be truly seen and heard. My approach is informed by humanistic principles that emphasise empathy, presence, and respect for your unique life experience. I am committed to seeing you as a whole person, not as a set of symptoms or a label.
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Sarah Morris
Psychotherapist, MA, HCPC-Drama Therap.
1 Endorsed
Haslemere GU27
With 18 years’ experience across NHS services, adoption services, schools, and neurorehabilitation settings, I work with children, young people, and adults navigating anxiety, trauma, emotional regulation difficulties, and life transitions. I currently work at a neurorehabilitation hospital supporting adults recovering from ABI and TBI, alongside working as a school counsellor and delivering my private practice.
With 18 years’ experience across NHS services, adoption services, schools, and neurorehabilitation settings, I work with children, young people, and adults navigating anxiety, trauma, emotional regulation difficulties, and life transitions. I currently work at a neurorehabilitation hospital supporting adults recovering from ABI and TBI, alongside working as a school counsellor and delivering my private practice.
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Dr Robin Goldthorpe
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
I specialise in providing evidence-based talking therapies to adults and older adults experiencing depression/ low mood, anxiety, and stress.
I am a compassionate and person-centred psychologist, which means everyone I work with I treat as an individual. While my approach draws on evidence-based therapies, I understand that therapy is a personal experience and will take time getting to know what is important to you and what you would like to achieve.
I specialise in providing evidence-based talking therapies to adults and older adults experiencing depression/ low mood, anxiety, and stress.
I am a compassionate and person-centred psychologist, which means everyone I work with I treat as an individual. While my approach draws on evidence-based therapies, I understand that therapy is a personal experience and will take time getting to know what is important to you and what you would like to achieve.
01444 718306 View 01444 718306
Liz Pegg
Counsellor, MBACP
1 Endorsed
Hove BN3
Life can be messy, full of challenge and uncertainty. You might feel anxious, trapped or disheartened; unsure how to move forward. As your counsellor, I will stay alongside you as you explore your life experience and emotions. I offer a calm, supportive space where you can be open, without having to hide or mask your true feelings. You can bring the difficult stuff to our meetings, the parts of you that may feel unheard or misunderstood elsewhere. Counselling isn't about "mending broken people", but a pathway towards greater acceptance of yourself, your choices and your possibilities.
Life can be messy, full of challenge and uncertainty. You might feel anxious, trapped or disheartened; unsure how to move forward. As your counsellor, I will stay alongside you as you explore your life experience and emotions. I offer a calm, supportive space where you can be open, without having to hide or mask your true feelings. You can bring the difficult stuff to our meetings, the parts of you that may feel unheard or misunderstood elsewhere. Counselling isn't about "mending broken people", but a pathway towards greater acceptance of yourself, your choices and your possibilities.
01903 497484 View 01903 497484

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FAQ - About Geriatric Therapy
What can a geriatric psychologist help with?
Geriatric therapists specialise in the cognitive and neurological challenges that often accompany aging, including dementia, memory loss, and age-related cognitive decline. They also address the psychological conditions that frequently co-occur with these issues, such as depression, anxiety, and grief. Geriatric therapists and psychologists are trained to assess cognitive functioning, identify symptoms that may warrant further evaluation, and conduct or refer for formal neurological assessment when needed. In many cases, geriatric therapists also work closely with medical doctors to manage a client's overall health, and they may support caregivers and family members navigating the demands of caring for an aging loved one.

Why might someone seek a geriatric psychologist?
Someone might seek a geriatric therapist when they or a loved one begins experiencing cognitive or neurological changes and is unsure whether those changes are a normal part of aging or something that requires clinical attention. A geriatric therapist can help connect families with appropriate next steps. They are also commonly sought following a new diagnosis, when clients and families are working to understand what that diagnosis means practically and emotionally, and what to expect as a condition progresses. When seeking a therapist, it can be helpful to consider whether a clinician with a stronger psychotherapy focus or one with more of a social work orientation, who can help connect clients with assisted living or medical resources, would be the better fit.

What type of therapy might a geriatric therapists specialise in?
Geriatric therapist often combine psychotherapy with psychoeducation, helping clients and their families understand cognitive and neurological conditions and what to expect as they progress. For clients experiencing anxiety or depression alongside cognitive decline, therapists may draw on Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) or mindfulness-based approaches. For clients with dementia specifically, therapists may be trained in specialised modalities such as Cognitive Stimulation Therapy (CST), which is designed to preserve cognitive functioning.

Can geriatric psychologists help people who suffer from dementia?
Yes, and this is a core area of geriatric psychology. Therapists specialising in dementia can work directly with clients on memory loss and cognitive functioning, while also addressing conditions that commonly co-occur, such as depression and anxiety. They can provide caregivers with objective assessments of a client's functioning and disease progression, and are typically well-versed in community resources available to dementia patients and their families.