Counselling in Brighton

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Khanya Price-Evans
Psychologist, PsychD, CPsychol
Dr. Price-Evans is a dedicated, proactive and enthusiastic psychologist passionate about providing evidence based psychological interventions to adults and young people with severe and enduring complex mental health conditions. She has a special interest in working in personality disorders, psychosis, complex trauma, and eating disorders and actively participates in the research and dissemination of new treatments and interventions alongside her NHS and private clinical practices.
Dr. Price-Evans is a dedicated, proactive and enthusiastic psychologist passionate about providing evidence based psychological interventions to adults and young people with severe and enduring complex mental health conditions. She has a special interest in working in personality disorders, psychosis, complex trauma, and eating disorders and actively participates in the research and dissemination of new treatments and interventions alongside her NHS and private clinical practices.
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Anne Remy
Psychotherapist, MSc, MUKCP
I'm a UK-based American therapist, supervisor and EMDR consultant specializing in trauma as well as international clients who travel or have busy schedules, but I work with a variety of needs and lifestyles. I use my experience living and working around the world to tailor my approach to your unique history. I aim to be a kind, compassionate and curious person to work with, so that dealing with difficult things doesn't seem so hard. I believe you know yourself best; I’m just here to support.
I'm a UK-based American therapist, supervisor and EMDR consultant specializing in trauma as well as international clients who travel or have busy schedules, but I work with a variety of needs and lifestyles. I use my experience living and working around the world to tailor my approach to your unique history. I aim to be a kind, compassionate and curious person to work with, so that dealing with difficult things doesn't seem so hard. I believe you know yourself best; I’m just here to support.
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Alex Habens
Psychotherapist, MBABCP
Online Only
Not accepting new clients
Please note I am currently fully booked - - - Are you struggling with OCD or distressing intrusive thoughts? You might find yourself caught in cycles of rumination, doubt, or compulsions such as checking, seeking reassurance, confessing, or avoiding certain situations or objects. I specialise in supporting people with OCD and I work online with clients across the UK and beyond. I also have lived experience of OCD, so I understand how convincing and distressing it can be. Together we can make sense of what you’re experiencing and help you break free from unhelpful patterns.
Please note I am currently fully booked - - - Are you struggling with OCD or distressing intrusive thoughts? You might find yourself caught in cycles of rumination, doubt, or compulsions such as checking, seeking reassurance, confessing, or avoiding certain situations or objects. I specialise in supporting people with OCD and I work online with clients across the UK and beyond. I also have lived experience of OCD, so I understand how convincing and distressing it can be. Together we can make sense of what you’re experiencing and help you break free from unhelpful patterns.
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Saverio Matteucci
Psychotherapist, MSc, UKCP Trainee
I am a Relational Integrative Psychotherapist offering both short- and long-term therapy. I draw from humanistic and psychoanalytic approaches, adapting the work to the individual rather than applying a fixed model. I aim to provide a therapeutic relationship that is professional, thoughtful, and emotionally attuned.
I am a Relational Integrative Psychotherapist offering both short- and long-term therapy. I draw from humanistic and psychoanalytic approaches, adapting the work to the individual rather than applying a fixed model. I aim to provide a therapeutic relationship that is professional, thoughtful, and emotionally attuned.
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Coco Ann
Psychotherapist, MBACP
2 Endorsed
Hello, I'm Coco. I am a Humanistic therapist offering a person-centred, relational and somatic approach, giving you a dedicated space to work through present or past issues. I can help with anxiety, low self-confidence, loneliness, grief, relationship troubles, anxious/avoidant attachment or exploring gender and sexuality. Or maybe you just need more ways to cope with daily life, overwhelming emotions and a busy brain. I take into consideration the limits and struggles of systematic and oppressive societal conditions that leave us feeling more stuck or discriminated.
Hello, I'm Coco. I am a Humanistic therapist offering a person-centred, relational and somatic approach, giving you a dedicated space to work through present or past issues. I can help with anxiety, low self-confidence, loneliness, grief, relationship troubles, anxious/avoidant attachment or exploring gender and sexuality. Or maybe you just need more ways to cope with daily life, overwhelming emotions and a busy brain. I take into consideration the limits and struggles of systematic and oppressive societal conditions that leave us feeling more stuck or discriminated.
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Charlotte Ricca
Psychologist, MSc, GMBPsS
Online 'shopping' for a therapist can be tough. I know, I've done it. Scrolling through faces and bios. So why me? I love my job and I love to share what I have learned over the years. My approach is direct, yet compassionate and practical but evidence based. I don't do 'therapy' talk, I do 'human' talk. I also do a lot of listening. Our sessions are a chance for you to fully be yourself - with no judgement - or to find out who you really are. Together we will explore the barriers holding you back - and slowly break them down, so that you can start living right now, instead of waiting for that perfect version of you to turn up.
Online 'shopping' for a therapist can be tough. I know, I've done it. Scrolling through faces and bios. So why me? I love my job and I love to share what I have learned over the years. My approach is direct, yet compassionate and practical but evidence based. I don't do 'therapy' talk, I do 'human' talk. I also do a lot of listening. Our sessions are a chance for you to fully be yourself - with no judgement - or to find out who you really are. Together we will explore the barriers holding you back - and slowly break them down, so that you can start living right now, instead of waiting for that perfect version of you to turn up.
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Ros Howell
Psychotherapist, MSc, MUKCP
There are many different reasons why people seek out a therapist. You may be dealing with difficult life events right now, or are aware that a past traumatic event is still impacting on you. You might feel a sense of unease or unhappiness that affects your relationships, or work or prevents you from getting the pleasure from life that you would wish, or find unruly emotions hard to manage. Psychodynamic therapy pays attention to the patterns that may have developed in your relationship with yourself, others, and the outside world. As we talk you may find resonances with the past, present and future hopes and fears.
There are many different reasons why people seek out a therapist. You may be dealing with difficult life events right now, or are aware that a past traumatic event is still impacting on you. You might feel a sense of unease or unhappiness that affects your relationships, or work or prevents you from getting the pleasure from life that you would wish, or find unruly emotions hard to manage. Psychodynamic therapy pays attention to the patterns that may have developed in your relationship with yourself, others, and the outside world. As we talk you may find resonances with the past, present and future hopes and fears.
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Tanya Nielson
Psychotherapist, MBACP Accred
Not accepting new clients
Counselling and Psychotherapy can be a space to explore current or past concerns, desires and hopes. You may be wanting to get to grips with an aspect of yourself that keeps tripping you up or is holding you back in some way. You may be struggling with current losses, relationship difficulties, adversity, or have a sense of longing that you cannot make sense of. You may have experienced a sense of low self-esteem/ self-worth due to early experiences of being misunderstood or unaccepted for who you are or have experienced neglectful parenting or trauma or simply need a space in your life to figure something out.
Counselling and Psychotherapy can be a space to explore current or past concerns, desires and hopes. You may be wanting to get to grips with an aspect of yourself that keeps tripping you up or is holding you back in some way. You may be struggling with current losses, relationship difficulties, adversity, or have a sense of longing that you cannot make sense of. You may have experienced a sense of low self-esteem/ self-worth due to early experiences of being misunderstood or unaccepted for who you are or have experienced neglectful parenting or trauma or simply need a space in your life to figure something out.
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Catherine Pitfield
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Hello, I’m Catherine and I’m a registered Clinical Psychologist, specialising in child and family work. I qualified with a Doctorate in Clinical Psychology from the University of East London in 2013, and have been working within the NHS, at Great Ormond Street Hospital, and privately with children and families since. I specialise in working with children and families to overcome difficulties and reach their preferred futures. I have expertise in working with children and families in Child and Adolescent Mental Health settings, Paediatrics and Schools.
Hello, I’m Catherine and I’m a registered Clinical Psychologist, specialising in child and family work. I qualified with a Doctorate in Clinical Psychology from the University of East London in 2013, and have been working within the NHS, at Great Ormond Street Hospital, and privately with children and families since. I specialise in working with children and families to overcome difficulties and reach their preferred futures. I have expertise in working with children and families in Child and Adolescent Mental Health settings, Paediatrics and Schools.
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Andreia Counselling
Counsellor, MBACP
1 Endorsed
Have you ever felt an unpleasant heaviness on your chest or tummy? There may be a struggle to articulate your thoughts, leading to a sensation of suffocation in your throat. Have you ever felt like avoiding others for fear of getting hurt, or you may have felt disconnected and unheard? You want to show strength and courage; instead, you feel afraid and helpless.
Have you ever felt an unpleasant heaviness on your chest or tummy? There may be a struggle to articulate your thoughts, leading to a sensation of suffocation in your throat. Have you ever felt like avoiding others for fear of getting hurt, or you may have felt disconnected and unheard? You want to show strength and courage; instead, you feel afraid and helpless.
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Nikki Scott
Psychotherapist, MA, COSRT General
Sexual shame, pain, mismatched desire, the things everyone Googles and nobody says out loud. I work with individuals and couples on all of it, without the clinical distance. My approach is warm, direct, and genuinely curious about what you want, not what you think you're supposed to want.
Sexual shame, pain, mismatched desire, the things everyone Googles and nobody says out loud. I work with individuals and couples on all of it, without the clinical distance. My approach is warm, direct, and genuinely curious about what you want, not what you think you're supposed to want.
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John Radoux
Psychotherapist, MUKCP
I am a warm and compassionate integrative psychotherapeutic counsellor - specifically trained to work with children and young people - with over 20-years’ experience supporting children and adolescents with a range of social, emotional and mental health needs. My training as an integrative psychotherapeutic counsellor means I can tailor therapy or counselling to the needs of the individual. Experience has taught me that It is the relationship between myself and a child or young person that is central to therapy being helpful and I offer an environment where children and young people can explore their thoughts and feelings freely.
I am a warm and compassionate integrative psychotherapeutic counsellor - specifically trained to work with children and young people - with over 20-years’ experience supporting children and adolescents with a range of social, emotional and mental health needs. My training as an integrative psychotherapeutic counsellor means I can tailor therapy or counselling to the needs of the individual. Experience has taught me that It is the relationship between myself and a child or young person that is central to therapy being helpful and I offer an environment where children and young people can explore their thoughts and feelings freely.
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david J jordan
Psychotherapist, MSc, MUKCP
I am a UKCP-accredited Humanistic Psychotherapist and EMDR-trained practitioner with a background in education and the music industry. In addition to my client work, I am a Lecturer in Humanistic Counselling and Psychotherapy at the University of Brighton. My approach is based on the belief that our past, especially early experiences, shapes who we are today. Exploring these patterns can reveal why we feel stuck or repeat unhelpful behaviours in relationships or work. Humanistic therapy supports greater self-understanding and helps you make choices that align with what truly matters to you.
I am a UKCP-accredited Humanistic Psychotherapist and EMDR-trained practitioner with a background in education and the music industry. In addition to my client work, I am a Lecturer in Humanistic Counselling and Psychotherapy at the University of Brighton. My approach is based on the belief that our past, especially early experiences, shapes who we are today. Exploring these patterns can reveal why we feel stuck or repeat unhelpful behaviours in relationships or work. Humanistic therapy supports greater self-understanding and helps you make choices that align with what truly matters to you.
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Oriana Lauria
Counsellor, MBACP
1 Endorsed
I offer an integrative approach that combines talking therapy with creative, somatic, and experiential techniques, so we're not just thinking about what's going on, but exploring how it lives in your body, emotions, and nervous system too. This isn't about 'fixing' yourself, it's about building awareness, self-compassion, and a genuine sense of choice. You may be feeling anxious, overwhelmed, or stuck, noticing that talking things through alone hasn't been enough. Perhaps your body holds tension, pain, or fatigue that words don't reach. You may identify as neurodivergent, live with chronic pain, or simply feel things more intensely
I offer an integrative approach that combines talking therapy with creative, somatic, and experiential techniques, so we're not just thinking about what's going on, but exploring how it lives in your body, emotions, and nervous system too. This isn't about 'fixing' yourself, it's about building awareness, self-compassion, and a genuine sense of choice. You may be feeling anxious, overwhelmed, or stuck, noticing that talking things through alone hasn't been enough. Perhaps your body holds tension, pain, or fatigue that words don't reach. You may identify as neurodivergent, live with chronic pain, or simply feel things more intensely
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Fiona Macbeth
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBACP Accred
I can help you with whatever is distressing you in your life whether it be anxiety fuelled by the current circumstances, or some longer standing issues like depression, relationship problems or eating disorders. Contact me for a free online assessment, share what is troubling you and identify what you want to change. I can work short term with six sessions, or longer term for 12 or more if required. I offer face to face counselling in my own counselling rooms near Brighton or online. I specialise in working with actors, musicians and dancers and young people (18-21) having previously run a performance college counselling service .
I can help you with whatever is distressing you in your life whether it be anxiety fuelled by the current circumstances, or some longer standing issues like depression, relationship problems or eating disorders. Contact me for a free online assessment, share what is troubling you and identify what you want to change. I can work short term with six sessions, or longer term for 12 or more if required. I offer face to face counselling in my own counselling rooms near Brighton or online. I specialise in working with actors, musicians and dancers and young people (18-21) having previously run a performance college counselling service .
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Verity Pickering
Counsellor, MBACP
Online Only
Counselling is a collaborative process – together, we’ll work at your pace to explore what matters most to you. There is no right or wrong way to use your sessions. Counselling can be what you make it. Your goals are unique and individual to you – each story is important, valued and recognised.
Counselling is a collaborative process – together, we’ll work at your pace to explore what matters most to you. There is no right or wrong way to use your sessions. Counselling can be what you make it. Your goals are unique and individual to you – each story is important, valued and recognised.
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Maria Tribe
Psychotherapist, MA, MUKCP
Whether you are managing a life event or would like some help improving your emotional health, I provide a safe space to explore present or historical issues, to look at specific problems, psychological patterns, or to manage life in general. My specialism is EMDR for PTSD/ complex trauma, which includes depression, anxiety disorders, relational issues and problems with emotional regulation. I work for the NHS as a psychotherapist at The Royal Sussex County Hospital, and for 2 years was the young person's therapist for survivors of sexual violence/ abuse at Survivors Network
Whether you are managing a life event or would like some help improving your emotional health, I provide a safe space to explore present or historical issues, to look at specific problems, psychological patterns, or to manage life in general. My specialism is EMDR for PTSD/ complex trauma, which includes depression, anxiety disorders, relational issues and problems with emotional regulation. I work for the NHS as a psychotherapist at The Royal Sussex County Hospital, and for 2 years was the young person's therapist for survivors of sexual violence/ abuse at Survivors Network
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Foteini Athanasiadou
Psychotherapist, UKCP Trainee
1 Endorsed
The journey to change and healing is unique to each person. I offer space for verbal dialogue, somatic practices and creativity to respond to your needs and preferred ways of being in therapy. I will meet and listen to you just as you are; therapy sessions are a safe space to process themes like family wounds, overwhelming feelings, such as shame, anxiety and sadness, relational difficulties and stuckness or ambivalence in a way that feels meaningful. Together, we will explore how your life experiences, personal movement, thoughts, feelings and beliefs relate to each other, supporting greater self-understanding, growth and healing
The journey to change and healing is unique to each person. I offer space for verbal dialogue, somatic practices and creativity to respond to your needs and preferred ways of being in therapy. I will meet and listen to you just as you are; therapy sessions are a safe space to process themes like family wounds, overwhelming feelings, such as shame, anxiety and sadness, relational difficulties and stuckness or ambivalence in a way that feels meaningful. Together, we will explore how your life experiences, personal movement, thoughts, feelings and beliefs relate to each other, supporting greater self-understanding, growth and healing
01273 115324 View 01273 115324
Amelia Sturdy
Psychotherapist, MA, HCPC-Art Therap.
I am a HCPC-registered Art Psychotherapist with over 20 years of experience working with children and young people across educational and charitable settings. I offer a safe, supportive space where children can explore their emotions, experiences, and inner world through the creative process. Children often find it difficult to articulate how they feel using words alone. Art therapy provides an alternative means of expression, allowing thoughts and feelings to emerge naturally through image-making and creative play. These expressions can then be safely explored verbally and understood within a contained therapeutic relationship.
I am a HCPC-registered Art Psychotherapist with over 20 years of experience working with children and young people across educational and charitable settings. I offer a safe, supportive space where children can explore their emotions, experiences, and inner world through the creative process. Children often find it difficult to articulate how they feel using words alone. Art therapy provides an alternative means of expression, allowing thoughts and feelings to emerge naturally through image-making and creative play. These expressions can then be safely explored verbally and understood within a contained therapeutic relationship.
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Anna Murphy
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
6 Endorsed
I am an experienced therapist working with both couples and individuals. I work with a wide range of issues including anxiety, depression, bereavement, career issues and relationships. If you are a couple, you may be attending therapy to work through a particular challenge or event, to maintain a relationship that's essentially working well, or to consider ending a relationship kindly and respectfully. Whether you're attending individually or as a couple, at the start of our work, we'll identify what you want to achieve from counselling. Whether your aims are abstract or specific, we can work towards them together.
I am an experienced therapist working with both couples and individuals. I work with a wide range of issues including anxiety, depression, bereavement, career issues and relationships. If you are a couple, you may be attending therapy to work through a particular challenge or event, to maintain a relationship that's essentially working well, or to consider ending a relationship kindly and respectfully. Whether you're attending individually or as a couple, at the start of our work, we'll identify what you want to achieve from counselling. Whether your aims are abstract or specific, we can work towards them together.
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How does your Counsellor compare?

Number of Counsellors in Brighton

600+

Average cost per session

£69

Counsellors in Brighton who prioritize treating:

91% Anxiety
85% Depression
83% Self Esteem
81% Relationship Issues
73% Stress
65% Trauma and PTSD
65% Complex PTSD

Average years in practice

10 Years

Top 3 insurances accepted

70% Aviva
66% AXA PPP
58% Vitality

How Counsellors in Brighton see their clients

79% In Person and Online
21% Online Only

Gender breakdown

72% Female
25% Male
3% Non-Binary
FAQs - About Therapy and Counselling

How can I find a therapist in Brighton?

Search for nearby therapists or counsellors by inputting your city, postcode, or a provider’s name into the search bar. From there, you can filter providers by the issues they treat, cost, insurance, gender, and other factors to find providers who are well-suited to your needs. To navigate between locations within the same country, enter a new city or postcode into the search bar.

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Is everyone in the Psychology Today Therapy Directory a licensed therapist?

Counsellors and Psychotherapists listed in the directory are members of the main professional associations, mainly the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and the UK Council for Psychotherapy (UKCP). Most Psychologists in the directory are accredited members of the British Psychological Society (BPS) and/or are registered in the Health and Care Professions Council (HPCP).

Providers whose professional membership or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Given that professional memberships are not a statutory requirement for psychotherapists and counsellors in the UK, certain qualified professionals or organisations may choose not to maintain such memberships despite possessing the necessary qualifications. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.

What’s the difference between a psychologist, a therapist, and a counsellor?

Counsellors, psychotherapists and psychologists can all provide counselling or talking therapy and have credentials and experience that enable them to do so in the UK. Psychologists have earned a degree in psychology and many are members of the British Psychological Society (BPS) and have completed a postgraduate qualification in a specialism. Counsellors and Psychotherapists are not required to have a psychology degree, but to belong to a professional organisation such as the BACP or UKCP, they are required to have completed a training course as well as clinical and supervision hours.

What type of therapy is right for me?

The type of therapy best suited to a particular individual depends on several factors, including their primary reason for seeking therapy, their preferred timeline (some therapy types last for a set number of sessions, while others are open-ended), and their personality and preferences—some may prefer a more structured approach. For many individuals, multiple types of therapy could provide a good fit.

How much does therapy cost?

The cost of therapy depends on a number of variables, including location and the therapist’s experience and training. On average, a therapy session in the UK could be between £30 - £60 when seeing a counsellor and £60 - £150 and up when seeing a clinical psychologist. If you have private insurance, your plan may cover some if not all of your sessions. You should contact your insurance provider to determine if they provide coverage for therapy sessions and to determine what, if any, requirements they might have in order for your sessions to be covered, such as a referral from your GP or medical specialist.

What are more affordable or low cost therapy solutions?

Many therapists offer sliding scale payments, usually on a limited number of slots, which consists in an agreement between the therapist and a client to pay a reduced rate. Therapists who provide such arrangements often consider the client's income or ability to pay, but the extent of the discount is ultimately at the therapist's discretion. Furthermore, while group therapy may have different goals and benefits compared to individual therapy, it can be a more affordable solution to address certain types of issues.

If you are struggling to access therapy due to budget constraints, you could also consider public funded mental health services. The NHS Talking therapies programme offers free of charge counselling for common mental health problems like anxiety and depression. The service is available to anyone registered with a GP, though you do not necessarily need to be referred by your GP and can refer yourself directly to a Talking therapies service. The service will provide different solutions, including group and individual therapy, for a limited number of sessions which are generally up to six.

Is online therapy cheaper than in-person therapy?

Many therapists charge the same amount for online therapy as they do for in-person therapy—though clients may still find this cost-effective if it cuts down on their transportation costs. Health insurance plans often offer equivalent coverage for online and in-person therapy; indeed, in many places, they are legally required to do so. Text-based or on-demand therapy apps may be cheaper than traditional one-on-one psychotherapy; however, the practice may be less effective and is not likely to be covered by insurance.

Is online therapy a good option?

Therapy conducted online can be just as effective as in-person therapy, as long as there is a strong alliance between the client and the therapist. To find a therapist who provides telehealth services to clients in your area, click “Online Therapy” on the directory homepage and search by your city or town or your postcode.

Are therapy sessions confidential?

Therapists who are part of a professional organisation such as the BACP, the UKCP, or BPS are bound by an ethical framework that requires them to uphold a confidentiality agreement. Confidentiality is a crucial part of the therapeutic relationship and only under specific circumstances, such as when there has been participation in a criminal act or act of terror, or if there is potential or known harm to the client or others, will a therapist be obligated to break the agreement. These exceptions to the confidentiality agreement are usually discussed during the initial consultation.