Chronic Pain Counselling in Brighton
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Kinza Janjua
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified
Verified
Are you feeling overwhelmed and experiencing emotional or physical
pain
? Are you struggling with depression, stress or anxiety? Maybe you are navigating major life events, dealing with feelings of loss or living with a long-term health condition. I can provide a safe space to help you make sense of your experiences, make changes and move towards living a more fulfilled life.
Hannah Stocks
Counsellor, BACP
Verified
Verified
For me and my practice, it is really important to understand and acknowledge the complexity of every individuals experience. I endeavour to do this by holding an open mind and creating a safe boundaried space in which we can both get to know you better. I encorporate a range of theories and skills in order to best facilitate your individual process and needs. Within my practice I work with a range of issues such as anxiety & depression, sexual abuse, trauma, sexuality exploration, gender, anger, loss,
illness
and body image. I am currently working online.
Brighton Counselling
Counsellor, MUKCP
Verified
Verified
Bereavement counselling can help in coping with the
pain
and potential loneliness of grief.
Unresolved childhood issues & trauma Counselling can be an effective way in which to make sense of past issues and patterns of behaviour in order to see how aspects of past history are perhaps getting in the way. Perhaps you are struggling to accept a change in your life or want to look at unfinished business from the past. Working through this in Counselling can help come to terms with change or loss in a more manageable way. Anxiety can gradually build up when perhaps we find ourselves overloaded by stressful circumstances. When we feel anxious it can be overwhelming and debilitating. It can become very hard to see clearly.
Jo Dice Therapy
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified
Verified
Are you overwhelmed by constant worry, feeling crippled by fear and exhaustion, having panic attacks and fighting a constant battle with your mental health? Anxiety and stress related
illness
can be totally debilitating. That sickening feeling in the pit of your stomach, palpitations, brain static, you cannot think straight and you are totally confused about how to make yourself feel better. Perhaps you are turning to alcohol, drugs or unhealthy behaviours, as they are the only ways you know how to escape this horrible feeling. You might be wondering; why is this happening, where did it come from, will I ever get better?
Hazel Ann Hyslop
Psychotherapist, MSc, MUKCP
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Hi thank you for viewing my profile and I look forward to helping you. I have over 28 years experience of working in the NHS, Social Care, Charity and Corporate Sectors. My goal is to help and support you if you’re experiencing stress, distress, emotional
pain
or trauma or other issues in relationships, career, retirement, health etc. Having experienced numerous changes in my own life, I can relate to the experiences of others. I offer an approach that is tried and tested. My style, is open, warm, relaxed and non-judgemental. My goal is to help facilitate change and support you. Please do not hesitate to contact me for support.
Giovanni Felice Pace
Psychologist, MSc, HCPC - Couns. Psych.
Verified
Verified
Hello, I'm Giovanni, a Chartered Psychologist and UKCP Psychotherapist. I firmly believe that the therapeutic relationship is the main vessel of real change. Therapy is a journey to be embarked safely, and it can help you with your
pain
. Together, we can try to explore that
pain
or uncertainty that hinders the possibility you have to live a full and meaningful life. We will work together towards your objectives, it doesn't matter how far they seem now or how painful is to think about them.
Paula Reybitz
Psychotherapist, MSc, MUKCP
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Therapy is a place to understand and change the part of the story that causes us
pain
.
Congratulations to YOU on taking this step, it shows your self-awareness and care. As a next step, I offer you free 20 minute Zoom session to explore how therapy with myself might be of use to you.
Harriet Dudley
Psychotherapist, MSc, MUKCP
Verified
Verified
As an integrative psychotherapist I tailor my approach to meet your needs. Together we will develop tools to help you manage your thoughts and feelings so that you can have the relationships you want and pursue a meaningful life. If you are struggling with emotional
pain
, worry, anxiety or depression, I can provide a safe and confidential space to begin your recovery. During your introductory session you can get a sense of if and how we might work together.
Beri Cohn
Psychologist, MSc, HCPC - Couns. Psych.
Verified
Verified
I also work with acquired brain injury,
pain
management and ASD.
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 both face to face and on-line. My clients have varied needs and I offer an individual plan of treatment for each person depending upon their specific needs and goals.
Waitlist for new clients
Rae Yates
Counsellor, MNCS Accred
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
Life experiences, trauma, injustice, relationships, family, work, health, money, can all cause us
pain
, leading to anxiety, grief, fear, shame, loss, low self-esteem.
I am a Queer Non-Binary / LGBTQIA+ Person-Centred Counsellor and Supervisor. I work with people with all kinds of issues, concerns and distress. I work with individual adults (18+) who are gay, bi, queer, trans, non-binary, cis, agender, intersex & sexuality/gender questioning. I also work with people who are neurodivergent, hear voices or have unusual beliefs /experiences, people in non-monogamous or poly relationships, people labelled with PTSD, schizophrenia or a personality disorder.
Dr Mick Darby
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Couns. Psych.
Verified
Verified
I work to help my clients transform their current mental health, relationship or life challenges into opportunities for profound personal growth fuelled by greater self-understanding and consistent behavioural change. My approach uses only evidence-based psychological science. My aim is to make psychological therapy restorative and regenerative through the use of uplifting collaborative methods that move my clients towards leading a more meaningful fulfilling and enjoyable life (even when emotional
pain
and mental suffering are present). I'm happy to answer any questions you might have so feel free to get in touch for a quick chat.
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Jeanette Stanton
Psychotherapist, MBABCP
Verified
Verified
I have extensive experience in working with Phobias, Anxiety, Stress, Sleep difficulties, Body Dysmorphia, Social anxiety, OCD, Agoraphobia, Health anxiety, panic and low self esteem and LTC's including cancer, diabetes, COPD, IBS,
chronic pain
, CFS.
I am an accredited CBT Therapist and EMDR practitioner with many years experience of working in NHS physical and mental healthcare settings. My aim is to provide a CBT or EMDR approach, tailored to your goals of therapy and provide you with strategies to promote recovery and enable you to engage more fully with life and enjoyable activities. I also offer specialised CBT for people who are struggling with psychological distress that may be associated with physical health conditions. Therapy for health conditions is aimed at improving psychological wellbeing and can help people improve management of their physical health condition.
Raff Knight
Psychotherapist, PsychD, BACP
Verified
Verified
It can be lonely and isolating, it can be difficult to voice what it is that is creating so much emotional and sometimes physical
pain
.
I am a warm, caring professional offering safe non judgemental space . I work with all aspects of complex trauma, abuse, relationships, anxiety, depression, bereavement, addictions and depression. I have many years experience and have accumulated many professional skills. This enables me to put together a therapeutic structure to suit your individual needs, which will help you to make sense of where you are and where you want to be. We all need help at some point in our lives, and have personal challenges which we may not understand. I am here to support you on your unique individual , transformational journey.
Rowan Moloney
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBACP
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I often work with chronic
illness
, loss and grief & trauma and dissociation.
Are there parts of you that feel unrepresented, hidden, anxious, ashamed, angry, or judged by others? We aren't born feeling this way, have you ever wondered how you got to where you are now? My clients come to me because they trust I can weather the hard places we visit together. We need to be able to talk about the harder things in life and I would like to offer you the space for this; a space of acceptance, warmth, and goodwill. Let's connect the dots of where you are now, how you got here, and work towards where you'd like to be. Please know that all parts of you are welcome with me. There is hope and there can be healing.
Remy Marckus
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified
Verified
I am a Chartered Clinical Psychologist who has been studying and working in the field for the past 22 years and I now run a private practice in Mid Sussex. After completing a Doctorate in Clinical Psychology at Newcastle University in 2006, I have more than 14 years’ experience working within the NHS. I have a specific interest and expertise in working with clients who have been diagnosed with a progressive neurological condition such as Dementia, Multiple Sclerosis or Parkinson's Disease. Working in this way necessarily involves supporting people who are caring for loved one who is experiencing one of these conditions.
Sherry Walters
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
If you've arrived here, you are already thinking about counselling. You might feel depressed, anxious or overwhelmed and finding it difficult to cope with the challenges of life. Perhaps you have experienced a recent loss, had a sudden change of circumstances or are struggling with relationships. Maybe you don't even know what's troubling you. Research shows positive change happens when there is a good match between client and counsellor. It’s difficult to choose a counsellor or know what to expect from counselling without having a face-to-face meeting. This is why I offer a reduced rate intro session of £15 where we can meet
Stephanie Baum
Psychotherapist, MA, MBACP
Verified
Verified
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?
Peter Hannah
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, MUKCP
Verified
Verified
I have over 10 years experience and can help with a range of issues. Including anxiety, panic attacks, social anxiety, trauma, depression, relationship issues, eco-grief /anxiety, eating disorders, bereavement, anger, rage, and addiction.
Dr Nikki Pitman
Psychologist, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified
Verified
I am a Clinical Psychologist and EMDR therapist working with people experiencing difficulties such as complex trauma/PTSD, long-term health conditions and adjustment to diagnosis, anxiety, low self-esteem, and depression. I am passionate about working alongside people to enable them to achieve meaningful, long-lasting change by using evidence-based psychological therapy. I have experience working with a large range of mental health difficulties over the last 10 years; both within the NHS and private settings.
Heather King
Psychotherapist, MHGI
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Do you feel like something needs to change? Although everyone has their own unique reasons for deciding to see a therapist, most people will be driven by a feeling that something in their life needs to change. Maybe you have been struggling with anxiety or depression, or an addiction or addictive behaviour has started to dominate your days? Perhaps you are struggling to let go of a bad experience from your past? Maybe low self-esteem is limiting your potential? Or it could be that you just don’t feel like ‘you’ anymore…. Whatever you are facing, I can help.
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Chronic Pain Counsellors
How does chronic pain therapy work?
Engaging with a psychotherapist to help treat chronic pain does not mean that one’s pain is all in their head. Therapy for chronic-pain patients has been shown to benefit both the mind and the body, targeting physical symptoms and increasing daily functioning. In other words, for many, addressing their emotional health through therapy affects their physical health. A therapist can help a client challenge unhelpful thoughts about pain and develop new ways to respond to it, such as distraction or calming breathing techniques. Studies have found that therapy can be as effective as surgery for certain cases of chronic pain and many doctors recommend trying psychotherapy in advance of considering invasive surgery.
What are the most effective treatment options for chronic pain?
Stress, anxiety, depression, catastrophising, ruminating, lack of activity, and social withdrawal all make chronic pain worse. Addressing these issues, research shows, can help people gain control over their pain symptoms. Therapeutic approaches such as cognitive behavioural therapy, biofeedback, and mindfulness-based stress reduction, along with greater pain-management education, have been found to help people reduce fear and disability.
Are there new treatments for chronic pain?
Many cases of chronic pain, particularly those involving back pain, remain medically unexplained. But there is evidence that changes in the brain or nervous system are caused by previous physical ailments such as tissue damage; in such cases, the brain may continue to send out pain signals despite the physical cause having healed. To aid patients under these circumstances, a recently developed treatment known as pain reprocessing therapy (PRT) is designed to help the brain “unlearn” this response. A PRT practitioner helps individuals to reduce the “threat value” of their ongoing pain signals until they can reappraise them as less threatening and fear-inducing. They also help an individual to develop new emotional regulation skills.
How long does therapy for chronic pain take?
There is no set timeline for recovery from chronic pain, especially as there may be a range of physical and psychological causes for any individual’s discomfort, but most patients should expect to see a therapist for a number of weeks or months, typically spanning at least 12 sessions. Studies of pain reprocessing therapy found that many individuals’ experience of pain lessened in eight sessions over four weeks.