Career Guidance Counselling in Brighton

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Health, Career, Finances, Relationships, Lifestyle.
The biggest barrier to improving our lives is fear. Fear of change, fear of uncertainty. This creates procrastination. Fear is debilitating. I specialise in providing you with the ability to overcome fears, gain confidence, achieve clarity, and take concrete steps to pursue your goals. I help you take control of your life, and achieve your potential.
Health, Career, Finances, Relationships, Lifestyle.
The biggest barrier to improving our lives is fear. Fear of change, fear of uncertainty. This creates procrastination. Fear is debilitating. I specialise in providing you with the ability to overcome fears, gain confidence, achieve clarity, and take concrete steps to pursue your goals. I help you take control of your life, and achieve your potential.
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Zeynep Gunduztepe
Psychotherapist, MSc, GMBPsS
Alongside psychotherapy, offers career-focused support, including career planning, future decision-making, and guidance around workplace challenges and work-related stress.
I offer a supportive and structured therapeutic space where clients can better understand their emotional patterns and develop practical tools to manage stress, anxiety, and performance pressure. My work focuses on strengthening self-confidence, improving communication, and addressing attachment-related difficulties in a way that feels safe and manageable.
Alongside psychotherapy, offers career-focused support, including career planning, future decision-making, and guidance around workplace challenges and work-related stress.
I offer a supportive and structured therapeutic space where clients can better understand their emotional patterns and develop practical tools to manage stress, anxiety, and performance pressure. My work focuses on strengthening self-confidence, improving communication, and addressing attachment-related difficulties in a way that feels safe and manageable.
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Claire Elmes
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Serves Area
Whether you are seeking personal growth, enhancing your performance in a purpose-driven career, or seeking support for your family, we have a package to suit you.
I combine therapeutic techniques (such as EMDR and CBT) with coaching strategies to create a holistic path forward. Using therapy, coaching, biofeedback and neurofeedback among other tools, we provide creative and innovative fun solutions. My packages include: Business Coaching, Therapeutic coaching, Neurofeedback, Child & Family support and Courses
Whether you are seeking personal growth, enhancing your performance in a purpose-driven career, or seeking support for your family, we have a package to suit you.
I combine therapeutic techniques (such as EMDR and CBT) with coaching strategies to create a holistic path forward. Using therapy, coaching, biofeedback and neurofeedback among other tools, we provide creative and innovative fun solutions. My packages include: Business Coaching, Therapeutic coaching, Neurofeedback, Child & Family support and Courses
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Paul Vernon
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
I’m a registered and accredited therapist with lots of experience of working with adults, young people, couples and families. I offer a secure and confidential space where we can address and navigate the concerns you bring, and together we'll delve into the impact of past events on your current life and relationships. My style is compassionate and non-judgemental but challenging enough to ensure positive change can occur. I will adapt my style, approach and methods according to your needs or situation, and I will work at your pace.
I’m a registered and accredited therapist with lots of experience of working with adults, young people, couples and families. I offer a secure and confidential space where we can address and navigate the concerns you bring, and together we'll delve into the impact of past events on your current life and relationships. My style is compassionate and non-judgemental but challenging enough to ensure positive change can occur. I will adapt my style, approach and methods according to your needs or situation, and I will work at your pace.
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Alex Beaumont
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, MBACP
Hi, I'm Alex and I'm here to offer you the space, safety and autonomy to help you through whatever you wish to bring to therapy. If you have goals, we can work on these together and I will be there every step of the way. I offer clients a safe, trusting and supportive space for you to explore your issues, feelings and behaviours. I will let you set the pace, and decide what content to bring. I am responsible for helping you through the process as we work with your hopes and expectations but ultimately, the sessions are there to work for you. We will agree these expectations together
Hi, I'm Alex and I'm here to offer you the space, safety and autonomy to help you through whatever you wish to bring to therapy. If you have goals, we can work on these together and I will be there every step of the way. I offer clients a safe, trusting and supportive space for you to explore your issues, feelings and behaviours. I will let you set the pace, and decide what content to bring. I am responsible for helping you through the process as we work with your hopes and expectations but ultimately, the sessions are there to work for you. We will agree these expectations together
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Andi Heaton
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBACP Accred
A warm welcome. My name is Andi and I am a psychotherapist with over 20 years experience in counselling and psychotherapy across the Brighton area. We all sometimes feel a bit broken or stuck and often can adopt unhelpful strategies to cope with difficult emotions. You may be in the midst of a current crisis or perhaps trying to make sense of something in the past which is impacting you now. I have worked with a wide range of difficulties and have most experience in working with anxiety, depression and chronic illness. I also work with parents and children who are estranged from each other
A warm welcome. My name is Andi and I am a psychotherapist with over 20 years experience in counselling and psychotherapy across the Brighton area. We all sometimes feel a bit broken or stuck and often can adopt unhelpful strategies to cope with difficult emotions. You may be in the midst of a current crisis or perhaps trying to make sense of something in the past which is impacting you now. I have worked with a wide range of difficulties and have most experience in working with anxiety, depression and chronic illness. I also work with parents and children who are estranged from each other
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Simon Buckland
Counsellor, MSc, MBACP Accred
If you’re feeling stuck in patterns of anxiety, emotional overwhelm, or self-doubt, you’re not alone. I will help you to understand the deeper roots of your difficulties — while at the same time showing you how to manage the symptoms.
If you’re feeling stuck in patterns of anxiety, emotional overwhelm, or self-doubt, you’re not alone. I will help you to understand the deeper roots of your difficulties — while at the same time showing you how to manage the symptoms.
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Stephanie Baum
Psychotherapist, MA, MBACP
1 Endorsed
Do you feel drained and exhausted but don’t really know why? Do you observe other people around you seemingly effortlessly manage tasks that you seem unable to accomplish? Do you notice repeating patterns in your relationships or at work? Do you feel stuck? Do you feel you never found out who you really are or what you are good at? Do your passions, interests, relationships or jobs change all the time? Do you feel like you will never find out what you really want? Would you like to have more connection with yourself? Find more access to that inner voice that seems to know what you really need, deep inside?
Do you feel drained and exhausted but don’t really know why? Do you observe other people around you seemingly effortlessly manage tasks that you seem unable to accomplish? Do you notice repeating patterns in your relationships or at work? Do you feel stuck? Do you feel you never found out who you really are or what you are good at? Do your passions, interests, relationships or jobs change all the time? Do you feel like you will never find out what you really want? Would you like to have more connection with yourself? Find more access to that inner voice that seems to know what you really need, deep inside?
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Cristina La Cara
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
As a therapeutic coach, I offer a compassionate, trauma-informed space where reflection meets transformation. With over two decades of experience in healthcare and leadership, I support individuals navigating change, burnout, identity, and belonging—especially those whose voices have been marginalised or overlooked. My coaching blends emotional intelligence, psychological safety, and intersectional awareness. Whether you're a leader seeking to model healthy boundaries, a professional facing restructuring, or someone longing for authentic connection, I help you align with your values and reclaim your agency.
As a therapeutic coach, I offer a compassionate, trauma-informed space where reflection meets transformation. With over two decades of experience in healthcare and leadership, I support individuals navigating change, burnout, identity, and belonging—especially those whose voices have been marginalised or overlooked. My coaching blends emotional intelligence, psychological safety, and intersectional awareness. Whether you're a leader seeking to model healthy boundaries, a professional facing restructuring, or someone longing for authentic connection, I help you align with your values and reclaim your agency.
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Will Geffin
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, MNCPS Acc.
I offer therapy & counselling to help people to deal with, change or accept unhelpful, disturbing thoughts, feelings & behaviours & deal with recent or long-held problems. The good news is, it's possible to change & live a better, more fulfilling life. I help with depression & low mood, anxiety/performance anxiety, stress & panic, relationship problems, anger, low self-esteem, bereavement, health/body issues, post-traumatic stress disorder & obsessive, compulsive behaviour. I work with young adults & older adults & also specialise in working with artists, performers & those in the creative industries. I offer concessions. Please ask
I offer therapy & counselling to help people to deal with, change or accept unhelpful, disturbing thoughts, feelings & behaviours & deal with recent or long-held problems. The good news is, it's possible to change & live a better, more fulfilling life. I help with depression & low mood, anxiety/performance anxiety, stress & panic, relationship problems, anger, low self-esteem, bereavement, health/body issues, post-traumatic stress disorder & obsessive, compulsive behaviour. I work with young adults & older adults & also specialise in working with artists, performers & those in the creative industries. I offer concessions. Please ask
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Sam De Gruchy
Counsellor, MSc, MBACP
You might find troubling emotions, thoughts, experiences or patterns are leaving you feeling overwhelmed, stuck or perhaps lost. I support clients with releasing such blocks, leading to greater appreciation and understanding of themselves, with improved clarity and freedom in their lives. I offer a nurturing space to explore your authenticity with courage, trust and compassion - and to release difficult emotions or patterns that may currently be working overtime to protect you. My commitment to you is support you in aiming up, whilst at the same time being patient, caring and compassionate toward how things are for you right now.
You might find troubling emotions, thoughts, experiences or patterns are leaving you feeling overwhelmed, stuck or perhaps lost. I support clients with releasing such blocks, leading to greater appreciation and understanding of themselves, with improved clarity and freedom in their lives. I offer a nurturing space to explore your authenticity with courage, trust and compassion - and to release difficult emotions or patterns that may currently be working overtime to protect you. My commitment to you is support you in aiming up, whilst at the same time being patient, caring and compassionate toward how things are for you right now.
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Jon Crawley
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, MNCPS Acc.
2 Endorsed
As a registered Psychotherapeutic Counsellor & Therapist (Dip Couns, MNCPS Accred), I work with individuals and couples on a short, medium, and long-term basis.
As a registered Psychotherapeutic Counsellor & Therapist (Dip Couns, MNCPS Accred), I work with individuals and couples on a short, medium, and long-term basis.
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Clair Morrow
Counsellor, MA, MNCPS Acc.
I work with couples and individuals who feel disconnected, unheard, or stuck in painful emotional and relational patterns — often at the point of breakdown. As an Emotionally Focused Couples Therapist, I help couples rebuild trust, improve communication, and rekindle intimacy. With individuals, issues include unresolved childhood experiences, emotional challenges, problematic attachment styles, and relationship dynamics that may be holding them back. My approach is warm, inclusive, and grounded in deep empathy.
I work with couples and individuals who feel disconnected, unheard, or stuck in painful emotional and relational patterns — often at the point of breakdown. As an Emotionally Focused Couples Therapist, I help couples rebuild trust, improve communication, and rekindle intimacy. With individuals, issues include unresolved childhood experiences, emotional challenges, problematic attachment styles, and relationship dynamics that may be holding them back. My approach is warm, inclusive, and grounded in deep empathy.
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Isabelle Loynes
Counsellor, MBACP
2 Endorsed
I’m a psychotherapeutic counsellor, working from a peaceful cabin in BN1, surrounded by the calming presence of nature. I provide a nurturing space, where we will untangle the thoughts, feelings, or, experiences that have brought you to therapy. Together, we will build an understanding of your inner world, noticing why you might feel, think and do what you do. With this deeper understanding will come space to notice, acknowledge and grieve the things you haven’t felt able to in the past. Leaving you with a greater sense of self-awareness and the freedom to live life more authentically.
I’m a psychotherapeutic counsellor, working from a peaceful cabin in BN1, surrounded by the calming presence of nature. I provide a nurturing space, where we will untangle the thoughts, feelings, or, experiences that have brought you to therapy. Together, we will build an understanding of your inner world, noticing why you might feel, think and do what you do. With this deeper understanding will come space to notice, acknowledge and grieve the things you haven’t felt able to in the past. Leaving you with a greater sense of self-awareness and the freedom to live life more authentically.
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Kesley Cage
Counsellor, MBACP
Improving your thoughts, feelings and behaviours, is all an inside job.
What a world we live in, hey? So much pain. So much drama, and heartache. Yet, also so much beauty, love, and understanding. There's nothing to do except be here now, and show up fully, living as best as we can. This is where therapy begins. It may be hard work to change your habits, or to stop your thoughts spiralling. However you may find stillness, presence and recovery. No matter what adversity you've been through, I believe that you can grow from it and gain resilience. (Please visit my website to learn more and view availability for an initial consultation).
Improving your thoughts, feelings and behaviours, is all an inside job.
What a world we live in, hey? So much pain. So much drama, and heartache. Yet, also so much beauty, love, and understanding. There's nothing to do except be here now, and show up fully, living as best as we can. This is where therapy begins. It may be hard work to change your habits, or to stop your thoughts spiralling. However you may find stillness, presence and recovery. No matter what adversity you've been through, I believe that you can grow from it and gain resilience. (Please visit my website to learn more and view availability for an initial consultation).
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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 something longer standing. have worked with hundreds of clients on a wide range of issues, and I am also experienced in the field of 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 for around six sessions, or longer term if required. I offer face to face counselling in my or online, and I specialise in working with performers, actors, musicials and dancers having previously run the 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 something longer standing. have worked with hundreds of clients on a wide range of issues, and I am also experienced in the field of 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 for around six sessions, or longer term if required. I offer face to face counselling in my or online, and I specialise in working with performers, actors, musicials and dancers having previously run the college counselling service .
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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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Psychosynthesis Counselling Therapist Are you looking for inspiration, guidance and support? I am an experienced and qualified counsellor with a warm, motivational and supportive, yet direct approach to helping people transform their lives. Offering new perspectives, I have helped many people feel more empowered and less controlled by limiting patterns and beliefs.
Psychosynthesis Counselling Therapist Are you looking for inspiration, guidance and support? I am an experienced and qualified counsellor with a warm, motivational and supportive, yet direct approach to helping people transform their lives. Offering new perspectives, I have helped many people feel more empowered and less controlled by limiting patterns and beliefs.
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Clare Box Counselling
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
I believe the first steps towards counselling can be a very daunting prospect. If you are feeling anxious and reluctant about taking that step. I am here to help make the process an easy one. I have worked with many issues such as anxiety, depression, panic attacks, suicidal thoughts, stress, anger, bullying, to name a few. Together we can help to break negative cycles of behaviour or thought patterns. Helping to regain control of your life. Whilst creating a greater understanding as to why this might be occurring. If you find it difficult to talk, then together, we can help to find the words that may be unspeakable.
I believe the first steps towards counselling can be a very daunting prospect. If you are feeling anxious and reluctant about taking that step. I am here to help make the process an easy one. I have worked with many issues such as anxiety, depression, panic attacks, suicidal thoughts, stress, anger, bullying, to name a few. Together we can help to break negative cycles of behaviour or thought patterns. Helping to regain control of your life. Whilst creating a greater understanding as to why this might be occurring. If you find it difficult to talk, then together, we can help to find the words that may be unspeakable.
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Lucy Jordan
Counsellor, MSc, MBACP
5 Endorsed
Hi, I’m Lucy, a qualified psychodynamic counsellor offering a warm, confidential and non-judgemental space for you to explore your experiences at your own pace. You may be struggling with anxiety, depression, relationships, low self-worth or are feeling stuck- therapy offers an opportunity to pause, reflect, and explore these thoughts, feelings and experiences. Whether you’re coming with a specific concern or simply a sense that something isn’t quite right, you are welcome.  Through our work together I hope to offer new perspectives, help build resilience, increase curiosity and make lasting change possible.
Hi, I’m Lucy, a qualified psychodynamic counsellor offering a warm, confidential and non-judgemental space for you to explore your experiences at your own pace. You may be struggling with anxiety, depression, relationships, low self-worth or are feeling stuck- therapy offers an opportunity to pause, reflect, and explore these thoughts, feelings and experiences. Whether you’re coming with a specific concern or simply a sense that something isn’t quite right, you are welcome.  Through our work together I hope to offer new perspectives, help build resilience, increase curiosity and make lasting change possible.
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Career Guidance Counsellors
How do I know if I need career counselling?
Determining whether a career counsellor is needed involves assessing one's current career and identifying what changes can be made to improve one's overall quality of life. In particular, feelings of loss of motivation, fatigue, anxiety, depression, procrastination, or ongoing levels of high stress can all be indicative of a need for career-related counselling. In addition, individuals changing jobs may want the decision-making support or self-reflection opportunities provided by a career counsellor.

Who can benefit from career counselling?
Anyone can benefit from the self-reflection, skill development, and stress management techniques that career counselling can provide. However, individuals who are feeling overwhelmed or burnt out with their current job and individuals considering a major career change may particularly benefit from career counselling to improve their wellbeing. Additionally, individuals who are facing issues in their current job, such as coworker relationship challenges or not meeting performance goals, may benefit from the perspective that a career counsellor can provide. College-age or young professionals may also uniquely benefit from career counselling as they make key decisions surrounding education and job training that will impact their career trajectory.

How long does career counselling typically last?
The length of career counselling can vary greatly depending on the needs of the individual and what type of support they are seeking Career coaching or advising services—which serve clients in a specific, goal-oriented capacity—often last for a shorter duration and are sometimes only a single session or a few sessions in length. In contrast, career counselling as part of a more integrative therapeutic relationship with a counsellor may last longer, particularly if the issues faced by the client are longstanding and/or more complex in nature; in such cases, individuals may expect therapy to last multiple months or longer.

How to prepare for career counselling?
Clients can prepare for career counselling sessions by outlining the specific topics they would like to address with the counsellor, such as current job challenges or hopes for the future of their career. Compiling one's thoughts on such topics often requires reflection on one's career and future goals, which in itself can be beneficial for session preparation. Clients may also want to put together a list of questions they would like to ask the counsellor, particularly if the career counsellor they are seeing has particular expertise in a given career area. Conducting research into potential future jobs, training opportunities, or support resources in one's area may also help clients prepare for career counselling by providing them with a background of what resources are available in their area.