Male Counsellors in Burgess Hill

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Scott Chesters
Counsellor, MBACP
Hello - I am a qualified counsellor offering calm, thoughtful support to adults and young people who feel emotionally stretched or worn down. You may be used to coping and carrying responsibility, yet privately feeling anxious, low, irritable or disconnected. Perhaps anger surfaces more quickly than you would like, or familiar relationship patterns leave you frustrated or hurt. You are not seeking surface-level reassurance — you want to understand what is happening beneath the surface and feel steadier in yourself.
Hello - I am a qualified counsellor offering calm, thoughtful support to adults and young people who feel emotionally stretched or worn down. You may be used to coping and carrying responsibility, yet privately feeling anxious, low, irritable or disconnected. Perhaps anger surfaces more quickly than you would like, or familiar relationship patterns leave you frustrated or hurt. You are not seeking surface-level reassurance — you want to understand what is happening beneath the surface and feel steadier in yourself.
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Alex Beaumont
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, MBACP
1 Endorsed
Hi, I'm Alex and I work with a range lf clients. I offer you the space, safety and autonomy to help you through whatever you wish to bring to therapy. I will be there every step of the way as together we 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 any goals and expectations you may wish to work on. Please get in touch if you want to find out more about the way I work and to see if we might be a good fit.
Hi, I'm Alex and I work with a range lf clients. I offer you the space, safety and autonomy to help you through whatever you wish to bring to therapy. I will be there every step of the way as together we 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 any goals and expectations you may wish to work on. Please get in touch if you want to find out more about the way I work and to see if we might be a good fit.
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Joe Isted
Counsellor, MBACP
Hello, whatever has brought you here, you are welcome and safe. You might be feeling anxious, overwhelmed, stuck, or unsure why things feel difficult right now. Many people who reach out for counselling have been trying to cope on their own for a long time. I am a BACP registered counsellor and I work with adults who are experiencing anxiety, low mood, stress, relationship difficulties, or a sense that something isn’t quite right. You don’t need to have everything figured out before starting therapy, we can begin wherever you are. Together, we create a space where you can talk openly and more importantly be heard.
Hello, whatever has brought you here, you are welcome and safe. You might be feeling anxious, overwhelmed, stuck, or unsure why things feel difficult right now. Many people who reach out for counselling have been trying to cope on their own for a long time. I am a BACP registered counsellor and I work with adults who are experiencing anxiety, low mood, stress, relationship difficulties, or a sense that something isn’t quite right. You don’t need to have everything figured out before starting therapy, we can begin wherever you are. Together, we create a space where you can talk openly and more importantly be heard.
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Rhys Lovell
Counsellor, MBACP
2 Endorsed
Hello and welcome to my profile. Whether you’re feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, stuck in patterns that no longer serve you, or struggling with the weight of past experiences, I provide a compassionate and non-judgmental space where you can explore these challenges at your own pace. Working together, we will strive to uncover the root causes of your concerns, helping you gain clarity, build resilience, and explore strategies for change. My goal is to support you in feeling more empowered, connected, and able to move forward with greater confidence and peace of mind in your everyday life.
Hello and welcome to my profile. Whether you’re feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, stuck in patterns that no longer serve you, or struggling with the weight of past experiences, I provide a compassionate and non-judgmental space where you can explore these challenges at your own pace. Working together, we will strive to uncover the root causes of your concerns, helping you gain clarity, build resilience, and explore strategies for change. My goal is to support you in feeling more empowered, connected, and able to move forward with greater confidence and peace of mind in your everyday life.
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James Wright
Counsellor, MBACP
I am a qualified experienced 10+ years counsellor working with Adults & Children on a wide range of presenting issues. My aim is to create an environment where you can feel accepted, respected & safe to talk about whatever you want to, without feeling judged. I aim to understand you as if I am stepping into your shoes and seeing the world through your eyes.
I am a qualified experienced 10+ years counsellor working with Adults & Children on a wide range of presenting issues. My aim is to create an environment where you can feel accepted, respected & safe to talk about whatever you want to, without feeling judged. I aim to understand you as if I am stepping into your shoes and seeing the world through your eyes.
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Aronn Pace
Counsellor, MBACP
I’m Aronn, a trauma-informed psychotherapeutic counsellor. I genuinely love the work that I do, and the clients that I get to work with. I work with an open-mind and an open-heart, meeting my clients wherever they are at, and supporting them in achieving what they would like to achieve from having therapy. I work all sorts of clients, from different backgrounds, unique life experiences, various challenges, and a variety of hopes and dreams.
I’m Aronn, a trauma-informed psychotherapeutic counsellor. I genuinely love the work that I do, and the clients that I get to work with. I work with an open-mind and an open-heart, meeting my clients wherever they are at, and supporting them in achieving what they would like to achieve from having therapy. I work all sorts of clients, from different backgrounds, unique life experiences, various challenges, and a variety of hopes and dreams.
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Jack Parnell-Driver
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Online Only
Hello, I'm Jack – a BACP accredited psychotherapeutic counsellor and clinical supervisor. I offer online or telephone counselling, with both short-term and long-term support options. My approach is guided by you—I'll meet you where you are, and together, we can create a safe, supportive space to explore what's on your mind. This is your time to be heard and understood. I draw primarily from person-centred and humanistic approaches, focusing on understanding your unique experiences and perspective. Together, we can explore what you'd like to work on.
Hello, I'm Jack – a BACP accredited psychotherapeutic counsellor and clinical supervisor. I offer online or telephone counselling, with both short-term and long-term support options. My approach is guided by you—I'll meet you where you are, and together, we can create a safe, supportive space to explore what's on your mind. This is your time to be heard and understood. I draw primarily from person-centred and humanistic approaches, focusing on understanding your unique experiences and perspective. Together, we can explore what you'd like to work on.
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Lee Thorogood
Psychotherapist, MNCPS Acc.
Serves Area
Welcome, I am Lee, I can offer you a safe, confidential and non-judgemental space to talk about your thoughts and feelings. I work with clients for short or longer term counselling/therapy. We will work collaboratively to identify the areas of your life that are troubling or distressing and agree the focus of therapy together. Many people come to therapy simply to learn more about themselves and understand the effect of past distressing experiences. I hope therapy will bring you greater awareness, spontaneity and increased intimacy.
Welcome, I am Lee, I can offer you a safe, confidential and non-judgemental space to talk about your thoughts and feelings. I work with clients for short or longer term counselling/therapy. We will work collaboratively to identify the areas of your life that are troubling or distressing and agree the focus of therapy together. Many people come to therapy simply to learn more about themselves and understand the effect of past distressing experiences. I hope therapy will bring you greater awareness, spontaneity and increased intimacy.
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John Barber Msc (Dist.)
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBABCP
Serves Area
John trained in Psychology at London and Oxford Universities. He then worked as an internal consultant for Unilever Research Laboratories until 2003. In 2004 he trained in Cognitive Behaviour Therapy, holding an honorary lectureship at Derby Univ., before moving to the NHS to provide CBT for teenagers. He now works privately with both adults and children.
John trained in Psychology at London and Oxford Universities. He then worked as an internal consultant for Unilever Research Laboratories until 2003. In 2004 he trained in Cognitive Behaviour Therapy, holding an honorary lectureship at Derby Univ., before moving to the NHS to provide CBT for teenagers. He now works privately with both adults and children.
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Owain Powell
Counsellor, MBACP
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Hello and welcome to my profile.. Is there something on your mind that you want to explore, share or think about in a safe and accommodating space? Counselling can assist you in many ways, and by offering a non-judgemental, safe and therapeutic space I would look to hold and share whatever you choose to bring to a session. Taking the first steps to seek counselling can be scary and uncertain and very daunting and I want to share that I take care and time to understand what has made you look to counselling and discuss and explore a way of work that will support you in a confidential and safe space.
Hello and welcome to my profile.. Is there something on your mind that you want to explore, share or think about in a safe and accommodating space? Counselling can assist you in many ways, and by offering a non-judgemental, safe and therapeutic space I would look to hold and share whatever you choose to bring to a session. Taking the first steps to seek counselling can be scary and uncertain and very daunting and I want to share that I take care and time to understand what has made you look to counselling and discuss and explore a way of work that will support you in a confidential and safe space.
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Anthony Louis Austin
Psychotherapist, MBACP Accred
Serves Area
Why Seek Therapy? Feeling stuck or overwhelmed? You're not alone. Are you feeling down, unsure about your emotions, overwhelmed, or just need someone to listen and understand you? Many people turn to therapy for various reasons, and often the hardest part is overcoming the belief that our struggles are ordinary and we should just "get on with it." But reaching out can make a world of difference.
Why Seek Therapy? Feeling stuck or overwhelmed? You're not alone. Are you feeling down, unsure about your emotions, overwhelmed, or just need someone to listen and understand you? Many people turn to therapy for various reasons, and often the hardest part is overcoming the belief that our struggles are ordinary and we should just "get on with it." But reaching out can make a world of difference.
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Kevin Ventris
Counsellor, MBACP
Serves Area
Do you find yourself grappling with the weight of low self-esteem, self-doubt, stress, anxiety, or depression, or facing difficulties such as bereavement, trauma, family issues, the loss of a job or relationship problems and you find yourself personally limited or overwhelmed. Perhaps you may be experiencing familiar distressing situations and begin to wonder why you encounter the same problem over and over again or question the ways you find yourself reacting and relating. Life transitions can also be confusing times, as you ask yourself big questions such as: Who am I? What do I want?
Do you find yourself grappling with the weight of low self-esteem, self-doubt, stress, anxiety, or depression, or facing difficulties such as bereavement, trauma, family issues, the loss of a job or relationship problems and you find yourself personally limited or overwhelmed. Perhaps you may be experiencing familiar distressing situations and begin to wonder why you encounter the same problem over and over again or question the ways you find yourself reacting and relating. Life transitions can also be confusing times, as you ask yourself big questions such as: Who am I? What do I want?
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Giles Matthew Allen
Psychiatrist, MBBS
Serves Area
I work within a Jungian framework, where symptoms are seen as communications from the psyche that need to be honoured, in order to be understood and worked through. I endeavour to meet the patient where they are, and through the interpersonal relationship that emerges between us, with its conscious and unconscious aspects, narratives and meaning can emerge safely and creatively, whether through speech, silence, dreams or bodily gesture. Although my main focus is psychodynamic, I have 27 years experience as a practicing psychiatrist, and I also practice Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR) therapy.
I work within a Jungian framework, where symptoms are seen as communications from the psyche that need to be honoured, in order to be understood and worked through. I endeavour to meet the patient where they are, and through the interpersonal relationship that emerges between us, with its conscious and unconscious aspects, narratives and meaning can emerge safely and creatively, whether through speech, silence, dreams or bodily gesture. Although my main focus is psychodynamic, I have 27 years experience as a practicing psychiatrist, and I also practice Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR) therapy.
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Will Geffin
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, MNCPS Acc.
Serves Area
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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Roger Eustance
Counsellor, MBACP
Serves Area
At times, life can feel overwhelming to face alone, yet too difficult to share with those close to us. You may be facing new challenges, feeling stuck with a long-held concern, or adjusting to sudden change or loss. Whatever you are experiencing, sharing your story in a safe, supportive and confidential space can bring clarity, relief and deeper understanding. I offer a compassionate, non-judgemental therapeutic relationship where you are accepted, respected and heard. Grounded in trust, my role is as a fellow traveller, supporting you to explore and reconnect with the answers within you as your need for true acceptance is met.
At times, life can feel overwhelming to face alone, yet too difficult to share with those close to us. You may be facing new challenges, feeling stuck with a long-held concern, or adjusting to sudden change or loss. Whatever you are experiencing, sharing your story in a safe, supportive and confidential space can bring clarity, relief and deeper understanding. I offer a compassionate, non-judgemental therapeutic relationship where you are accepted, respected and heard. Grounded in trust, my role is as a fellow traveller, supporting you to explore and reconnect with the answers within you as your need for true acceptance is met.
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Photo of Stuart Brownings, Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Stuart Brownings
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
If you are experiencing the distressing symptoms of Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) or you have a diagnosis of OCD please do get in touch. You may be having distressing and unwanted intrusive thoughts or images, engaging in repetitive behaviours such as frequent checking, washing or repeating or mental reviewing and avoidance. Often people can feel embarrassed or scared talking about their intrusive thoughts or the behaviours they feel urged to undertake. I hope my years of experience using Cognitive Behavioural Therapy and Exposure and Response Prevention will help you feel able to discuss and successfully challenge OCD.
If you are experiencing the distressing symptoms of Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) or you have a diagnosis of OCD please do get in touch. You may be having distressing and unwanted intrusive thoughts or images, engaging in repetitive behaviours such as frequent checking, washing or repeating or mental reviewing and avoidance. Often people can feel embarrassed or scared talking about their intrusive thoughts or the behaviours they feel urged to undertake. I hope my years of experience using Cognitive Behavioural Therapy and Exposure and Response Prevention will help you feel able to discuss and successfully challenge OCD.
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Patrick Crabtree
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, BACP
Serves Area
Hello, I'm Patrick and I would simply like to encourage you to pause here a moment, and reflect on how you would like your life to be going forward. If you sense it's a time for change but aren't quite sure what that looks like or are unsure where to begin, I can help you. Counselling provides temporary, gentle yet focussed professional support that can help you gain understanding and subsequent clarity of your problems that can naturally illuminate those next steps forward that might at the moment be illuding you.
Hello, I'm Patrick and I would simply like to encourage you to pause here a moment, and reflect on how you would like your life to be going forward. If you sense it's a time for change but aren't quite sure what that looks like or are unsure where to begin, I can help you. Counselling provides temporary, gentle yet focussed professional support that can help you gain understanding and subsequent clarity of your problems that can naturally illuminate those next steps forward that might at the moment be illuding you.
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Yiannis Athanasiadis
Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
Serves Area
My ideal client feels "stuck", either literally behind the wheel or figuratively in life. You might feel your world shrinking due to driving anxiety, motorway panic, or trauma from a past accident. Or perhaps traditional face-to-face therapy feels too stagnant; you need a space that moves with you. You want to reclaim your independence and confidence, but the fear feels too heavy to navigate alone. You are looking for a therapist who understands that how we navigate the road often reflects how we navigate life. You need a safe, non-judgmental environment where you can finally feel back in the driver’s seat.
My ideal client feels "stuck", either literally behind the wheel or figuratively in life. You might feel your world shrinking due to driving anxiety, motorway panic, or trauma from a past accident. Or perhaps traditional face-to-face therapy feels too stagnant; you need a space that moves with you. You want to reclaim your independence and confidence, but the fear feels too heavy to navigate alone. You are looking for a therapist who understands that how we navigate the road often reflects how we navigate life. You need a safe, non-judgmental environment where you can finally feel back in the driver’s seat.
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SJM Counselling
Counsellor, MBACP
Serves Area
Hi, I am Sam. Whether you're facing anxiety, depression, stress, relationship problems or difficulties relating to ADHD, I offer a safe and impartial space in which to really consider what’s going on in your life at your own pace and begin to make real changes. I have always approached each client I work with slightly differently and I believe this forms the basis of meaningful connection between us. This is, for me, the most fundamental element of good therapy. People are different and being adaptive is key. I listen and I aim to understand and get to know you in a way which facilitates change and movement.
Hi, I am Sam. Whether you're facing anxiety, depression, stress, relationship problems or difficulties relating to ADHD, I offer a safe and impartial space in which to really consider what’s going on in your life at your own pace and begin to make real changes. I have always approached each client I work with slightly differently and I believe this forms the basis of meaningful connection between us. This is, for me, the most fundamental element of good therapy. People are different and being adaptive is key. I listen and I aim to understand and get to know you in a way which facilitates change and movement.
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Dr Robin Goldthorpe
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Serves Area
I specialise in providing evidence-based talking therapies to adults and older adults experiencing depression/ low mood, anxiety, and stress. Having worked in mental health for nearly 10 years, I have experience providing therapy to people of all ages with varying levels of need. I provide structured talking therapies, with my approach focussing on understanding why you feel the way you do, developing skills to better manage the emotions you experience, and learning how to improve your mental health moving forwards. I aim to do this in a safe and informal environment, providing a confidential space to discuss your mental wellbeing.
I specialise in providing evidence-based talking therapies to adults and older adults experiencing depression/ low mood, anxiety, and stress. Having worked in mental health for nearly 10 years, I have experience providing therapy to people of all ages with varying levels of need. I provide structured talking therapies, with my approach focussing on understanding why you feel the way you do, developing skills to better manage the emotions you experience, and learning how to improve your mental health moving forwards. I aim to do this in a safe and informal environment, providing a confidential space to discuss your mental wellbeing.
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FAQ - Therapist Gender
As a man, why might I want to see a male therapist?
There are many reasons a man might wish to work with a male therapist, including a degree of shared identity, which may help client and therapist connect to each other and allow for a more free-flowing discussion of issues that can be deeply personal. Some men may feel more comfortable talking to a male therapist about relationship concerns, the pressures they feel around the roles society and family place on men, career or job challenges, self-esteem, or anger problems. For some men who have not had a male role models in their lives, a good male therapist may be especially helpful.

How can I find out about a therapist’s experience treating men?
Individuals looking for treatment should feel comfortable directly asking a therapist about their history treating men overall and the issues that arise in therapy with men. A good therapist will be happy to discuss such matters as well as their educational background, approach to treatment, and how they think they can aid a prospective client.

Can clients benefit from having a therapist of the same gender?
Therapy is not gender-specific, but some men as well as women feel more comfortable opening up about their experiences and history with therapists of a specific gender. An individual may feel that they have to explain less background information and be on the same page more quickly, particularly when discussing gender-specific challenges. That said, a good clinician can transcend most if not all gender concerns. Ultimately, the most important factor in therapy is the connection and trust the client is able to build with the practitioner.

Would a male therapist have specific training in treating men?
Generally, no. There are no certifications for treating men specifically, but there are continuing education classes that therapists may take that focus on treating men as a group. There are many therapists who focus on men and male issues in their treatment and therefore have experience and expertise in this domain.