LGBTQ+ Counselling in Brighton
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Jill Deacon
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified
Verified
I welcome members of the
LGBTQ
community and offer support for related issues of gender, sexuality and relationship diversity.
Speaking with someone for the first time about personal issues or trauma can feel really daunting. It is important to feel safe and not judged when talking about difficult things, and my aim is for us to develop a relationship where you can explore whatever it is that you need to. There is not an exhaustive list of the reasons for coming to counselling initially but one thing is sure and that is it begins with building trust and beginning to speak openly.
Sophie Barnes
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Verified
Verified
Working with individuals and couples, online, I am an
LGBTQ
+ affirmative, trauma-informed psychodynamic therapist. Therapy involves a joint inquiry into the underlying beliefs and habitual ways of being and seeing that we carry. Regular sessions provide a reflective, confidential space for self-exploration and support, in which to look together at any areas of concern to you. As we begin to make sense of troubling, confusing or conflicting feelings and experiences, it can become possible to discover greater ease, choice and fulfillment in the present.
Brighton BN1
& Online
Acorn Counselling Therapy
Counsellor, MNCS Accred
Verified
Verified
My specialism lies in working with issues realted to being
LGBTQ
.
Like acorns, a change in your life can start small and grow into something strong and powerful, transforming how you think, feel and live. Counselling can be an exciting and challenging journey, dealing with what's happening now or looking at your past. I will support you on this journey to understand yourself better, giving you the potential to grow and develop self-awareness. You and I will look at how you think, feel and behave, which can give you focus on which parts of yourself you want to develop, and which parts you can use to support the work you do. This is very important and useful on the counselling journey.
Paul Vigg
Counsellor, MA, MBACP
Verified
Verified
Current availability - Thurs/Fri from AM to PM. We're living through a strange and uncertain time. Know that I am available to support you and that help is available. I identify as a
gay
man and part of the
queer
,
LGBTQ
+ and GSRD communities. I have experience working with people of a range of gender identities and sexualities (in my private work and in the past with the
LGBTQ
+ mental health charity MindOut) and work towards an inclusive and anti-racist practice. I am a
trans
and nonbinary ally and a feminist. Find me on Instragram: instagram.com/viggcounselling
Waitlist for new clients
Rae Yates
Counsellor, MNCS Accred
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
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.
Nat Creighton Counselling
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Verified
Verified
I set up Nat Creighton Counselling with a focus on providing safe, inclusive, accepting and
LGBTQ
+ knowledgeable counselling.
I offer long and short term therapy with a specialism in working with members of the
LGBTQ
+ community. I have a strong belief that people should be able to define life on their own terms and find their own meaning. I am interested in helping clients examine what can get in the way of that, whether it is personal history, external pressures, feelings of shame, or expectations of what is and isn’t normal. I work with the person rather than with any diagnosis believing that we all are doing the best we can within the environment and resources available and I want to help you discover what is important to you.
Jack Parnell-Driver
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified
Verified
Sexuality and Gender Idenity and People from the
LGBTQ
+ Community.
I'm Jack, a BACP registered psychotherapeutic counsellor. I take a humanistic approach which places us alongside eachother. I will be led by you to create a safe and supportive space. We can generally focus on understanding your unique perspective and experiences. I also like to consider how we can accept responsibilities and explore your choices (or lack of choice). We can decide together what we’re working on; but typically we may touch on finding your strength, self-development, and ways you can grow and feel better about yourself and your situation.
Not accepting new clients
Andi Lee Smart
Psychologist, CPsychol
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I have specialised in supporting the
lesbian
,
gay
,
bisexual
,
transgender
and
queer
+ community for 10 years.
Life can throw many diverse challenges at us: for example loss, crisis and/or change that can cause us to question our sense of direction. I believe that within these challenging times we have the ability to grow and develop – even flourish – through exploring how the emotional, psychological and physical self are interconnected – the way in which one area feeds into another. This path of exploration often requires us to delve into our internal and external worlds: who we are, our authentic selves, others around us as well as the world in which we live.
M Fok
Counsellor, MA, BACP
Verified
Verified
As a non-binary therapist with BAME &
LGBTQIA
background, specializing in
LGBTQIA
+ counselling and gender transitioning.
Have you faced judgement for simply being yourself? Has your sexuality, identity, gender, and life choices been disapproved of? It's challenging to live with constant questioning from family, friends, or others. We may even begin to question ourselves, wondering if we're "normal," if we're making the right choices, or if we'll ever be accepted. These thoughts can make it difficult to be confident in who we are and to find happiness. My role here is not to aim to fix things or help you feel "normal". Instead, I strive to work alongside you to discover a path that is uniquely yours, empowering you to be yourself and find happiness.
Office is near:
Brighton BN1 & Online
Jules Haley
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified
Verified
I’m an experienced BACP registered therapist offering long or short term, individual and couples/ relationship counselling, online and in Worthing/Brighton. I use the pronouns ‘she/they’. I work with adults (18+) who have a range of life experiences including trauma/abuse, chronic illness, alcohol issues and those wanting to explore their sexuality and gender. I work with people from a range of cultural backgrounds including
queer
, poly and and kink communities, neurodiversity, asexuality, and people who identify or questioning across the gender spectrum. I am committed to providing an inclusive, safe and confidential space.
Ioanna Matte
Psychotherapist, MSc, MNCS Snr Accred
Verified
Verified
My approach and way of working is at its core humanistic and existential; trauma & dissociation-informed; and
queer
&
trans
affirmative.
I am a qualified and Senior Accredited Counsellor/Psychotherapist and a Psychologist. I have been a practicing counsellor and psychotherapist in London and online since 2010. I work with adults and couples dealing with a wide range of difficulties; individuals affected by domestic violence and trauma; and with the LGBTQI+ and neurodivergent communities. My practice is inclusive of all races, ethnicities, genders, sexual orientations, ages, disabilities, and religious beliefs. I endeavour to understand and acknowledge how intersecting identities and socio-political context affect our lives, our relationships, and our sense of self.
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Dana Cohen
Counsellor, MA, MBACP
Verified
Verified
I am an
LGBTQ
affirmative counsellor and psychotherapist. I support
lesbian
,
gay
, bi,
trans
and
queer
individuals and couples in Brighton & Hove, and online throughout the UK. If you identify as
LGBTQ
, it can make a huge difference to find an
LGBTQ
counsellor who accepts you as you are, with warmth and understanding. I have 19 years experience in
LGBTQ
counselling, advocacy and support services, and work with a broad spectrum of
LGBTQ
identities and ways of being. I provide a safe, confidential space where you can talk openly about problems that are affecting you and explore your fears, hopes and dreams.
John Davis
Psychotherapist, MA, MBACP
Verified
Verified
Whilst my work has been wide-ranging, I have particular experience in working with adolescents, members of the
LGBT
community & people struggling with thoughts around those big existential issues such as finding meaning in life, who am I and that awareness of our own mortality.
Welcome. I am an Integrative Psychotherapist who has worked in depth with both adolescents & adults dealing with a variety of issues; depression, bereavement, sexuality, anxiety, relationships and complex life issues which sometimes cause us distress in our life. For me it is important to get to know you and learn where you would like the focus of our work to be. I can offer you a safe space in which we can explore your issues and gain new perspectives on them; hopefully enabling you to move forward in life
Claudia Kent
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBACP
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I work affirmatively with
LGBTQIA
+ persons and those practicing kink or polyamory as well as anyone exploring what gender, sexuality or identity might mean in their lives and relationships.
My name is Claudia (she/her), and I work in a gentle manner that aims to make the counselling room into a welcoming space for exploring all feelings. I am genuinely interested in the broad range of human experience, and my ambition is to support you as you process your story and feelings at a pace that feels comfortable. If you find yourself stuck or confused, I use active, compassionate listening methods to help you onwards.
Dave Chambers
Counsellor, MSc, MBACP
Verified
Verified
I have received additional training in working with clients from the Black, Asian and
LGBTQ
+ communities, and use affirmative practice.
I am a qualified person-centred counsellor and psychotherapist based in Manchester, offering online counselling to individuals and couples in the UK. My approach is warm and friendly and I work with care and compassion. I offer a safe space, free from judgement, where you can be yourself and explore any issues that may be causing confusion, discomfort or distress. You will decide what we talk about and we will always work at a pace that is comfortable for you. It is important that you feel at ease working with me, so I offer a free first session (50 minutes), so you can see how I work and decide whether you wish to continue.
Keely Sadler
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified
Verified
We can look at matters such as depression, anxiety, addiction, loss, relationships, sexuality (including
LGBTQ
+), disability and trauma.
Are you having a tough time at the moment? Is life a little overwhelming or maybe you’re struggling to find clarity in your thoughts? I know how it can be scary and a little daunting reaching out but I can help by offering you a kind, non-judgemental, therapeutic space where we can gently work together through any issues you may be experiencing. I am able to offer you short and long term therapy. My approach is person-centred, meaning that our sessions are non-directive, being led by you at your pace. I offer a free 30 minute first session to see if I'm the right match for you.
Natalie Wood
Counsellor, MA, MBACP Accred
Verified
Verified
I have additional specialisms in: online
LGBT
counselling, working with people affected by HIV, and working with relationship diversity, including polyamory and ethical non-monogamy.
At various points in our lives, we all experience feelings, thoughts and events that we find challenging. You may be feeling anxious or depressed, finding it difficult to come to terms with something that has happened in the past, or worried about what the future will bring. Perhaps you feel stuck in a difficult situation, or caught between what seem like impossible choices. You may be seeking an opportunity to think about who you are, what is important to you, and the kind of life you want to lead.
Office is near:
Brighton BN1 & Online
Ameda Blades
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Verified
Verified
I'm of dual nationality and work in a BAME and
LGBTQIA
+ affirmative way.
The modality that I use is person-centred and experiential however I draw from a broad range of theoretical perspectives to work in an integrative way. I work in a sex and body positive way, this includes working with those who work in the sex industry and those who struggling with paraphilic disorders. The majority of my working life has been working with individuals who have experienced personal and vicarious trauma or those who live or work in a chaotic and traumatic environment. When working with dissociative identity disorder as a presentation double length sessions (100 minutes) per week is available.
Tanya Levene
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, MBACP
Verified
Verified
Although I work with people from across all parts of society, my speciality is with the
LGBTQIA
+ community, which includes
trans
, non-binary, & gender non-conforming people & those adjacent such as partners, friends & families.
Hi I'm Tanya (they/she). I am an experienced integrative Counsellor, Therapist & Supervisor. I work interactively, spiritually & creatively with adults, young people, couples & groups. I'm a warm, open minded person with a good sense of humour. I offer a confidential, respectful, safe space to create an empowering therapeutic relationship where you can explore, question, challenge & break free from self-imposed constraints & beliefs such as fear, lack of self-confidence & anxiety to find the authentic you. I offer short or long term therapy and sessions are 50mins either face 2 face, telephone or online.
Laura Steele
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBACP
Verified
Verified
I offer contemporary (
LGBTQIA
+ affirmative, feminist, trauma-informed, heart-centred) Person-Centred Therapy.
Are things in your life feeling overwhelming? Perhaps you have a niggling sense of unease that you can’t ignore. Maybe you are feeling the weight of an old wound, or looking to find your way through a fresh one. Depression, feeling sad, anxiety, stress, grief, bereavement, panic attacks, relationship difficulties, low self-esteem, spirituality, gender or sexual identity, including
LGBTQIA
+ experiences, are just a few of the reasons that you might be seeking psychotherapy. Whatever you are feeling, you are not alone. And whatever brings you to therapy, you are welcome and deserving of the space to talk.
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LGBTQ+ Counsellors
Do LGBTQ-affirmative therapists receive special training?
Yes. Many therapists who practice LGBTQ-affirmative therapy have completed specialised training, either during their degree programme or as continuing education, to learn the core principles of affirmative therapy and how to best support their LGBTQ clients; some have received certifications in LGBTQ-affirmative therapy. Prospective clients should inquire as to a clinician’s background and training to ensure a good fit.
Why might I want to see an LGBTQ-affirming or LGBTQ-friendly therapist?
Queer and gender-non-conforming individuals frequently experience bias and marginalisation in day-to-day life. Working with a therapist who understands these unique challenges, as well as accepts and affirms their identity, can help LGBTQ clients feel safe and supported during therapy—allowing them to better navigate their relationships, mental health, and anything else that they wish to explore during therapy. It is important to note that many therapists can be effective in their work with LGBTQ+ individuals, even in the absence of specific training or background knowledge. The most important component in therapy is the alliance between therapist and client, and this alliance can exist between individuals with very different backgrounds.
How can I find an LGBTQ-friendly therapist?
You may wish to inquire about a therapist’s expertise with your specific challenges or concerns—depression, for example, or relationship strife—as well as their past experiences treating LGBTQ+ clients. Prospective clients may also ask whether a therapist has obtained additional training and/or certification in LGBTQ-affirmative techniques.
How can I inquire about a therapist’s experience with LGBTQ issues?
Prospective clients should feel empowered to directly ask therapists whether they have received training or been certified in LGBTQ-affirming therapy; competent therapists will be happy to explain their educational background and preferred approach(es) to help a client find the best match for them. Clients may also wish to ask how a therapist has treated clients with their particular challenges in the past and what they expect treatment to look like.
Are all the therapists listed in the LGBTQ directory themselves members of the LGBTQ community?
While therapists may choose to disclose their sexual orientation or gender identity in their profiles, the LGBTQ directory features not only those who have shared this information but also those who assert specialised training or experience in providing support to queer individuals, couples or families.