Family Therapy Counselling in Brighton
I will use elements of other therapies, such as focused, somatic, inner child work, internal family systems, cognitive behaviour and art therapy.
Have you ever felt an unpleasant heaviness on your chest or tummy? A struggle to get the words out of your mouth that creates a lump in your throat that suffocates you. 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.
I will use elements of other therapies, such as focused, somatic, inner child work, internal family systems, cognitive behaviour and art therapy.
Have you ever felt an unpleasant heaviness on your chest or tummy? A struggle to get the words out of your mouth that creates a lump in your throat that suffocates you. 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.
Many of my clients come to me struggling with anxiety, a relationship breakdown or a recent trauma related to their family.
Hi I'm Ruth. Are you going through a difficult season in life right now ? I am an experienced and accredited psychotherapist working with individuals, young people (14+) and couples from all walks of life. I offer short or long term therapy according to client needs. I specialise in helping clients manage anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, coping with long term illness, disability and trauma. My approach is to explore the root causes of issues in the context of a supportive therapeutic relationship. I offer a welcoming, safe, confidential and non-judgemental space where you will be met with respect and acceptance.
Many of my clients come to me struggling with anxiety, a relationship breakdown or a recent trauma related to their family.
Hi I'm Ruth. Are you going through a difficult season in life right now ? I am an experienced and accredited psychotherapist working with individuals, young people (14+) and couples from all walks of life. I offer short or long term therapy according to client needs. I specialise in helping clients manage anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, coping with long term illness, disability and trauma. My approach is to explore the root causes of issues in the context of a supportive therapeutic relationship. I offer a welcoming, safe, confidential and non-judgemental space where you will be met with respect and acceptance.
My support can also stretch to family members or friends who have been impacted by someone else’s addiction or behaviours.
I work predominantly with Addiction and Mental Health disorders. I offer a free assessment to see if working with me is the right fit for you.
I can work short term or long term, and will tailor our work for your individual needs. I bring wide range of experience that will support you on your path to hope and belief life can be different.
My support can also stretch to family members or friends who have been impacted by someone else’s addiction or behaviours.
I work predominantly with Addiction and Mental Health disorders. I offer a free assessment to see if working with me is the right fit for you.
I can work short term or long term, and will tailor our work for your individual needs. I bring wide range of experience that will support you on your path to hope and belief life can be different.
I'm working with teenagers, adults, couples and family.
I'm PC qualified counsellor, member BACP and I'm working with clients from 16ys old and over. I have professional trained and experience in working with: Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Domestic Abuse, Gender identity, Relationship, Grief Eating Disorders and Sexual Offenders.
I'm working with teenagers, adults, couples and family.
I'm PC qualified counsellor, member BACP and I'm working with clients from 16ys old and over. I have professional trained and experience in working with: Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Domestic Abuse, Gender identity, Relationship, Grief Eating Disorders and Sexual Offenders.
With training in Psychodynamic and Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy, Integrative Humanistic Counselling, and 18 years of experience in social, family, and relationship research, I bring a rich blend of clinical insight and evidence-based understanding to my work.
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.
With training in Psychodynamic and Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy, Integrative Humanistic Counselling, and 18 years of experience in social, family, and relationship research, I bring a rich blend of clinical insight and evidence-based understanding to my work.
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.
My experience extends to more general conflict or estrangement within the family, workplace and friendship groups.
I offer weekly counselling or psychotherapy sessions to adults at my office next to Preston Park station in the city of Brighton & Hove and also online. You can expect to be listened to carefully, to be taken seriously and to be met by me as a qualified and experienced professional.
My experience extends to more general conflict or estrangement within the family, workplace and friendship groups.
I offer weekly counselling or psychotherapy sessions to adults at my office next to Preston Park station in the city of Brighton & Hove and also online. You can expect to be listened to carefully, to be taken seriously and to be met by me as a qualified and experienced professional.
Struggling with family issues?
I am emotionally focussed and attachment based in my outlook and I work with individuals and couples. I can help you make sense of difficult feelings about yourself, your life, or your partner. With couples, I incorporate Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy which is based in attachment theory.
Struggling with family issues?
I am emotionally focussed and attachment based in my outlook and I work with individuals and couples. I can help you make sense of difficult feelings about yourself, your life, or your partner. With couples, I incorporate Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy which is based in attachment theory.
I also work with partners of neurodivergent adults and/or family members.
When we are facing difficulties in life, a compassionate, caring and confidential space to talk can be so helpful. I offer clients a safe and non-judgemental approach for you to discuss whatever is troubling you. You may be feeling anxious or depressed and need some support. You may be feeling overwhelmed and need to find a sense of clarity about what you are thinking and how you are feeling. Counselling offers a regular space for you to make make decisions and any changes you feel will allow you to move forward with your life.
I also work with partners of neurodivergent adults and/or family members.
When we are facing difficulties in life, a compassionate, caring and confidential space to talk can be so helpful. I offer clients a safe and non-judgemental approach for you to discuss whatever is troubling you. You may be feeling anxious or depressed and need some support. You may be feeling overwhelmed and need to find a sense of clarity about what you are thinking and how you are feeling. Counselling offers a regular space for you to make make decisions and any changes you feel will allow you to move forward with your life.
Dear potential client,
I am an experienced humanistic counsellor. I am here for supporting you to understand your struggles with relationships, be that with friends, family or partners. I can support you with mild and some more complex, mental health challenges. I am experienced in supporting struggles with addiction, or if you are/have been affected by someone with an addiction. I am here for explorations of grief: I know it can touch us in all areas of life, from the loss of a parent, to childhood losses, to jobs, to break ups, to miscarriage or abortion, and with more subtle losses: loss of self, identity, meaning, community.
Dear potential client,
I am an experienced humanistic counsellor. I am here for supporting you to understand your struggles with relationships, be that with friends, family or partners. I can support you with mild and some more complex, mental health challenges. I am experienced in supporting struggles with addiction, or if you are/have been affected by someone with an addiction. I am here for explorations of grief: I know it can touch us in all areas of life, from the loss of a parent, to childhood losses, to jobs, to break ups, to miscarriage or abortion, and with more subtle losses: loss of self, identity, meaning, community.
Most of my work is with the 18-35 age range, with a focus on discovering identity, sexuality, family issues and overcoming addiction, but my practice is open to all ages.
I believe that we all deserve to have a voice and agency over our lives, but many of us find ourselves feeling powerless, lost, discontent or in despair. Not only can our personal lives be challenging, the world we live in can make those challenges even harder to overcome. Having a consistent, weekly session just for yourself can offer security & structure.
Most of my work is with the 18-35 age range, with a focus on discovering identity, sexuality, family issues and overcoming addiction, but my practice is open to all ages.
I believe that we all deserve to have a voice and agency over our lives, but many of us find ourselves feeling powerless, lost, discontent or in despair. Not only can our personal lives be challenging, the world we live in can make those challenges even harder to overcome. Having a consistent, weekly session just for yourself can offer security & structure.
I have experience working with a wide range of issues including, but not limited to trauma, anxiety, low self-worth, depression, relationship or family issues, eating disorders, abuse, grief and loss, separation, and suffering/witnessing traumatic events.
EMDR is an advanced psychotherapy which is included in the NICE guidelines and approved by the NHS and the World Health Organisation as an effective treatment for processing traumatic distress and emotional difficulties. These may present as negative emotions, beliefs, body sensations or mental images and can contribute to a variety of mental health issues.
I have experience working with a wide range of issues including, but not limited to trauma, anxiety, low self-worth, depression, relationship or family issues, eating disorders, abuse, grief and loss, separation, and suffering/witnessing traumatic events.
EMDR is an advanced psychotherapy which is included in the NICE guidelines and approved by the NHS and the World Health Organisation as an effective treatment for processing traumatic distress and emotional difficulties. These may present as negative emotions, beliefs, body sensations or mental images and can contribute to a variety of mental health issues.
Whatever is going on for you, whether you're feeling stuck, at a crossroads in life, grieving, stressed, low confidence, family issues, exploring an ADHD or Autism diagnosis, and what it means for you, navigating your identity, or a relationship breakdown.
Hello, I’m Bex.
I am a BACP Registered, Humanistic, Integrative Therapist based in Brighton working online and face to face. I see clients F2F in Brighton, Hove and Seaford.
I offer a compassionate, caring, active and affirming space where you can untangle the thoughts and feelings that may feel overwhelming.
How I work:
My practice is rooted in Humanistic and Integrative therapy. Which means I tailor our sessions to suit what you need, drawing on different modalities and tools.
Whether you’re feeling anxious or depressed, bereaved, exploring your identity, processing emotions, or seeking clarity on something.
Whatever is going on for you, whether you're feeling stuck, at a crossroads in life, grieving, stressed, low confidence, family issues, exploring an ADHD or Autism diagnosis, and what it means for you, navigating your identity, or a relationship breakdown.
Hello, I’m Bex.
I am a BACP Registered, Humanistic, Integrative Therapist based in Brighton working online and face to face. I see clients F2F in Brighton, Hove and Seaford.
I offer a compassionate, caring, active and affirming space where you can untangle the thoughts and feelings that may feel overwhelming.
How I work:
My practice is rooted in Humanistic and Integrative therapy. Which means I tailor our sessions to suit what you need, drawing on different modalities and tools.
Whether you’re feeling anxious or depressed, bereaved, exploring your identity, processing emotions, or seeking clarity on something.
I have experience of working with the following: anger, anxiety, ASC, low self-esteem, bereavement/loss, depression, family/relationship issues, birth stories, illness, cancer, mid-life identity, ageing, stress, shame, PMDD, career challenges/redundancy.
There are many reasons people decide to engage with therapy. Perhaps there is a particular issue that you would like to address, or you may wish to explore patterns and ways of being that no longer serve you. You may feel overwhelmed by your emotions or even disconnected from them. Maybe you just need a confidential space, free from judgement, where you can be heard as you process what is on your mind. Whatever brings you to counselling, I will work to understand what it is like to be you and to walk in your shoes. I will support you as you deepen your self-awareness and consider changes that you would like to make.
I have experience of working with the following: anger, anxiety, ASC, low self-esteem, bereavement/loss, depression, family/relationship issues, birth stories, illness, cancer, mid-life identity, ageing, stress, shame, PMDD, career challenges/redundancy.
There are many reasons people decide to engage with therapy. Perhaps there is a particular issue that you would like to address, or you may wish to explore patterns and ways of being that no longer serve you. You may feel overwhelmed by your emotions or even disconnected from them. Maybe you just need a confidential space, free from judgement, where you can be heard as you process what is on your mind. Whatever brings you to counselling, I will work to understand what it is like to be you and to walk in your shoes. I will support you as you deepen your self-awareness and consider changes that you would like to make.
I also offer group work in systemic family constellations.
I offer both short-term and long-term counselling and psychotherapy in person in Brighton and online for individuals or couples. Qualified with over fifteen years of clinical experience in the fields of abuse, trauma, mental health, I work with adults and use a number of different approaches to adjust the work to the individual needs of each client. My approach aims to assist in exploring thoughts, feelings, conflicts, both in the present & past and to help facilitate change, growth and resolution, reducing symptoms and helping you to engage with life more fully.
I also offer group work in systemic family constellations.
I offer both short-term and long-term counselling and psychotherapy in person in Brighton and online for individuals or couples. Qualified with over fifteen years of clinical experience in the fields of abuse, trauma, mental health, I work with adults and use a number of different approaches to adjust the work to the individual needs of each client. My approach aims to assist in exploring thoughts, feelings, conflicts, both in the present & past and to help facilitate change, growth and resolution, reducing symptoms and helping you to engage with life more fully.
We might use Transactional Analysis or Genograms to explore together how your history and family have made you who you are today.
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.
We might use Transactional Analysis or Genograms to explore together how your history and family have made you who you are today.
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.
Welcome, my name is Helen and I am an Integrative Relationship Therapist, Couples Counsellor and Family Counsellor.
I am currently working as a certified Relationship Therapist and Family Counsellor (MBACP) with Relate National and in Private Practice. I continually educate myself in matters of gender, sexuality, and relationship diversity, as well as being committed to addressing prejudice and inequality so my practice can be an inclusive space to a diverse clientele.
Welcome, my name is Helen and I am an Integrative Relationship Therapist, Couples Counsellor and Family Counsellor.
I am currently working as a certified Relationship Therapist and Family Counsellor (MBACP) with Relate National and in Private Practice. I continually educate myself in matters of gender, sexuality, and relationship diversity, as well as being committed to addressing prejudice and inequality so my practice can be an inclusive space to a diverse clientele.
I specialise in individual therapy using TA, incorporating Internal Family Systems to explore and integrate different parts of the self.
You may have found the courage to want to change your way of doing life. Whether the issue is specific or a general feeling of dissatisfaction, I believe the therapeutic relationship is created together and can facilitate the changes you want to bring about when created in a safe, open, curious and compassionate environment.
I specialise in individual therapy using TA, incorporating Internal Family Systems to explore and integrate different parts of the self.
You may have found the courage to want to change your way of doing life. Whether the issue is specific or a general feeling of dissatisfaction, I believe the therapeutic relationship is created together and can facilitate the changes you want to bring about when created in a safe, open, curious and compassionate environment.
I’m an experienced practitioner: trauma-informed, integrative & creative working through Internal Family Systems.
Overwhelmed? Struggling to find your way, your self? The issues that you face may be complex and nuanced or plain, painful and bitter and anything in between. But be of good heart. You need not be alone with these challenges. I will work with you carefully and thoughtfully to unpack the difficulties you face. I will bring a wide knowledge base and rich life experience to your sessions and provide a confidential, non judgemental space where you will be met with respect and kindness.
I’m an experienced practitioner: trauma-informed, integrative & creative working through Internal Family Systems.
Overwhelmed? Struggling to find your way, your self? The issues that you face may be complex and nuanced or plain, painful and bitter and anything in between. But be of good heart. You need not be alone with these challenges. I will work with you carefully and thoughtfully to unpack the difficulties you face. I will bring a wide knowledge base and rich life experience to your sessions and provide a confidential, non judgemental space where you will be met with respect and kindness.
Integrative Humanistic Counselling, using Person-centred, Gestalt, Transactional Analysis (TA), CBT, Creative, family therapy, Mindfulness.
I offer online, phone and face to face and walk therapy sessions, working under up to date risks assessments and client guidelines. I believe that each client is unique and an individual. This client - therapist working relationship, regardless of race, gender, religion, and sexual orientation, is the key to a positive and collaborative experience that offers insight and deeper understanding of our true needs and desires. I am proactive, flexible and adaptable according to your needs and requirements. I also work for Victim Support organisation. I am a qualified teacher with BA, MSc and PGCE qualifications, and DBS enhanced checked.
Integrative Humanistic Counselling, using Person-centred, Gestalt, Transactional Analysis (TA), CBT, Creative, family therapy, Mindfulness.
I offer online, phone and face to face and walk therapy sessions, working under up to date risks assessments and client guidelines. I believe that each client is unique and an individual. This client - therapist working relationship, regardless of race, gender, religion, and sexual orientation, is the key to a positive and collaborative experience that offers insight and deeper understanding of our true needs and desires. I am proactive, flexible and adaptable according to your needs and requirements. I also work for Victim Support organisation. I am a qualified teacher with BA, MSc and PGCE qualifications, and DBS enhanced checked.
Navigating challenging family dynamics or life transitions can be confusing and distressing, impacting your sense of self and well-being.
Hello. I am Helen Gilbert, your therapist, and we will get through this together. I'm a psychotherapist who works with people who need support to make sense of what's going on and to find a way to breathe a little more easily. I don't try to impose my own agenda or theory onto you and your situation. Therapy is different with every person.
Navigating challenging family dynamics or life transitions can be confusing and distressing, impacting your sense of self and well-being.
Hello. I am Helen Gilbert, your therapist, and we will get through this together. I'm a psychotherapist who works with people who need support to make sense of what's going on and to find a way to breathe a little more easily. I don't try to impose my own agenda or theory onto you and your situation. Therapy is different with every person.
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Family Therapy Counsellors
What do family therapists do?
A family therapist facilitates the process of understanding and improving how a family functions. The therapist will help family members develop empathy for one another. They’ll seek to understand existing patterns, misunderstandings, and conflicts that arise, in order to help the family arrive at a realistic, unified understanding and develop the coping skills they need to build stronger relationships.
How long does therapy for families take to work?
Therapy manifests differently in every family; a common time frame is 12 weekly sessions, but some families may see improvement after just a few weeks. Families should discuss their goals with the therapist at the beginning of the process and periodically revisit those goals to assess their progress together.
How can you encourage a family member to attend family therapy?
You can encourage family members to attend therapy by expressing with both love and concern the challenges you see and explaining how a therapist could help the family navigate those challenges together. An outside perspective can help everyone feel heard, get on the same page, and develop new skills. If family members are still hesitant, it may be helpful to emphasize that family therapy is short-term—it won’t last forever.
Is therapy for families effective?
Family therapy can significantly improve family dynamics and relationships. Research suggests that family therapy can help individuals understand their role in the family, communicate and solve problems together, reduce conflict and draw boundaries when necessary, and develop coping skills for stressors, major life changes, and mental or physical illnesses within the family.