Sleep or Insomnia Counselling in Burgess Hill

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Scott Chesters
Counsellor, MBACP
First Session Free, Sessions 2-4 £30 Hello, I’m Scott. Life doesn’t always go to plan. At times it can feel overwhelming, confusing, or just too much to manage on your own. Whether you’re dealing with stress, relationship difficulties, grief, burnout, or simply feeling stuck—talking things through in a safe, supportive space can help. I’m a qualified counsellor offering a calm, non-judgmental environment where you can speak freely and feel truly heard. I work with men and women from all walks of life, helping people navigate change, uncertainty, and life’s challenges.
First Session Free, Sessions 2-4 £30 Hello, I’m Scott. Life doesn’t always go to plan. At times it can feel overwhelming, confusing, or just too much to manage on your own. Whether you’re dealing with stress, relationship difficulties, grief, burnout, or simply feeling stuck—talking things through in a safe, supportive space can help. I’m a qualified counsellor offering a calm, non-judgmental environment where you can speak freely and feel truly heard. I work with men and women from all walks of life, helping people navigate change, uncertainty, and life’s challenges.
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James Wright
Counsellor, MBACP
1 Endorsed
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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Lorna Reid
Psychotherapist, MBABCP
1 Endorsed
Hello! I am an accredited Psychological Therapist who is passionate about helping people feel understood, supported, and empowered to make changes. I have 17 years of experience helping adults with a wide range of mental health difficulties including depression, anxiety and trauma. I provide a supportive space so we can work together to understand and overcome the symptoms your difficulties bring. I'm especially interested in helping people to build confidence and resilience and develop tools to cope with current problems as well as supporting your longer term wellbeing.
Hello! I am an accredited Psychological Therapist who is passionate about helping people feel understood, supported, and empowered to make changes. I have 17 years of experience helping adults with a wide range of mental health difficulties including depression, anxiety and trauma. I provide a supportive space so we can work together to understand and overcome the symptoms your difficulties bring. I'm especially interested in helping people to build confidence and resilience and develop tools to cope with current problems as well as supporting your longer term wellbeing.
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Jeanette Stanton
Psychotherapist, MBABCP
3 Endorsed
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. I am also a BABCP trained CBT Supervisor.
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. I am also a BABCP trained CBT Supervisor.
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Dr Robin Goldthorpe
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Serves Area
I specialise in providing evidence-based talking therapies for 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 your emotions, 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 for you to discuss your mental wellbeing.
I specialise in providing evidence-based talking therapies for 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 your emotions, 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 for you to discuss your mental wellbeing.
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Kate Sapara
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, MBACP
Serves Area
Feeling seen, heard and understood is essential for our health and I provide a safe place for this. When we feel that our bodies and minds are working against us it can overwhelm, exhaust and isolate us. I help people who have experienced Adverse Childhood Experiences reconnect with their sense of safety, worth and agency. Sometimes simply the absence of empathy and understanding in our early years can be sufficient to cause deep wounds. I am an experienced therapist, using a Trauma-informed, Attachment and body-based approach to gently support healing.
Feeling seen, heard and understood is essential for our health and I provide a safe place for this. When we feel that our bodies and minds are working against us it can overwhelm, exhaust and isolate us. I help people who have experienced Adverse Childhood Experiences reconnect with their sense of safety, worth and agency. Sometimes simply the absence of empathy and understanding in our early years can be sufficient to cause deep wounds. I am an experienced therapist, using a Trauma-informed, Attachment and body-based approach to gently support healing.
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New Leaf Counselling
Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
Serves Area
Life gives us challenges at times no matter who we are. We are better equipped to deal with these challenges when we have the right support in place. This is where counselling can play a big part in supporting you to deal with whatever challenges you might be facing. Studies have shown that traumatic childhood events can present in our lives when we reach adulthood leaving us in a state of confusion. No matter what your challenges are or where they have come from counselling is there to help you deal with them in a safe and neutral place. I can offer online counselling, face to face, and a walk and talk service.
Life gives us challenges at times no matter who we are. We are better equipped to deal with these challenges when we have the right support in place. This is where counselling can play a big part in supporting you to deal with whatever challenges you might be facing. Studies have shown that traumatic childhood events can present in our lives when we reach adulthood leaving us in a state of confusion. No matter what your challenges are or where they have come from counselling is there to help you deal with them in a safe and neutral place. I can offer online counselling, face to face, and a walk and talk service.
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Becky Williams
Psychotherapist, MSc, MUKCP
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Our sense of self is shaped by our experiences and relationships in terms of how we see ourselves, others and the world. The narrative we carry can be strong but is not static. Are you looking for help with repeating patterns/ behaviours, anxiety, depression, feeling stuck, processing trauma? I specialise in helping individuals life a more fulfilling life both by offering ways to reduce symptoms but also by getting to the root of issues and their origins. I use Integrative Psychotherapy drawing on IFS, EMDR and Somatic approaches such as breath work and meditation where appropriate. We will collaborate on the best approach for you.
Our sense of self is shaped by our experiences and relationships in terms of how we see ourselves, others and the world. The narrative we carry can be strong but is not static. Are you looking for help with repeating patterns/ behaviours, anxiety, depression, feeling stuck, processing trauma? I specialise in helping individuals life a more fulfilling life both by offering ways to reduce symptoms but also by getting to the root of issues and their origins. I use Integrative Psychotherapy drawing on IFS, EMDR and Somatic approaches such as breath work and meditation where appropriate. We will collaborate on the best approach for you.
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Claire Elmes
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Serves Area
Welcome! I specialise in helping individuals navigate challenges like work-related stress, trauma, anxiety, ADHD, perfectionism, motivation, low self-esteem, and parenting. My integrative approach combines therapy and coaching to address past trauma, limiting beliefs, and emotional blocks while creating actionable steps toward your goals. I lead a dedicated team, allowing us to offer a broad range of interventions bespoke to your needs. 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 also provide supervision.
Welcome! I specialise in helping individuals navigate challenges like work-related stress, trauma, anxiety, ADHD, perfectionism, motivation, low self-esteem, and parenting. My integrative approach combines therapy and coaching to address past trauma, limiting beliefs, and emotional blocks while creating actionable steps toward your goals. I lead a dedicated team, allowing us to offer a broad range of interventions bespoke to your needs. 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 also provide supervision.
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Judy Durrant
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, MNCPS Acc.
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
People seek counselling and therapy for all kinds of reasons and the outcome people seek from therapy is change. I aim to meet everyone with genuine interest and curiosity, to provide a safe, non-judgmental, and friendly space, in which you can explore the issues you need to, as I support you to do so and to move towards the changes you want to make.
People seek counselling and therapy for all kinds of reasons and the outcome people seek from therapy is change. I aim to meet everyone with genuine interest and curiosity, to provide a safe, non-judgmental, and friendly space, in which you can explore the issues you need to, as I support you to do so and to move towards the changes you want to make.
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Kirstie Flood
Psychotherapist, MUKCP
Serves Area
Waitlist for new clients
Hello, I’m Kirstie. I’m a UKCP registered psychotherapist working in-person in West Sussex. I offer an integrated therapeutic approach using clinical hypnotherapy as one of a range of psychotherapy interventions, to help you make the changes you need to move on with your life. The treatment you receive will be as unique as you are, to help bring about deep and therefore lasting change. Therapy is collabrative, we will work together in helping you make the changes you want to make in your life.
Hello, I’m Kirstie. I’m a UKCP registered psychotherapist working in-person in West Sussex. I offer an integrated therapeutic approach using clinical hypnotherapy as one of a range of psychotherapy interventions, to help you make the changes you need to move on with your life. The treatment you receive will be as unique as you are, to help bring about deep and therefore lasting change. Therapy is collabrative, we will work together in helping you make the changes you want to make in your life.
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Special Space Play Therapy
Counsellor, PTUK
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
My name is Katie and I have many years experience of working with neurodiverse young people and their families. I offer Play Therapy sessions for children providing a safe space for your child to process their thoughts and feelings non-directively, through play and creative arts, giving them a better skill set to cope with everyday challenges. I am a registered member of Play Therapy UK, accredited by the Professional Standards Authority and DBS checked. I work in West and Mid-Sussex area, as well as Brighton and Hove. Please see my website www.special-space for more details and information.
My name is Katie and I have many years experience of working with neurodiverse young people and their families. I offer Play Therapy sessions for children providing a safe space for your child to process their thoughts and feelings non-directively, through play and creative arts, giving them a better skill set to cope with everyday challenges. I am a registered member of Play Therapy UK, accredited by the Professional Standards Authority and DBS checked. I work in West and Mid-Sussex area, as well as Brighton and Hove. Please see my website www.special-space for more details and information.
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Counselling with Annie
Counsellor, MBACP
Serves Area
If you're here, the chances are you've experienced some turmoil or upheaval, perhaps a bereavement, trauma or poor physical or mental health. Maybe you're feeling like you don't know yourself, or like you don't fit in. You don't have to navigate difficult periods and life events alone - therapeutic conversations and support can help, offering the time and space for self-compassion, to heal and rediscover yourself and to feel empowered to lead the kind of life that is right for you. I offer down-to-earth counselling and support as you increase self-awareness, explore unhelpful self-beliefs and make sense of current or past events.
If you're here, the chances are you've experienced some turmoil or upheaval, perhaps a bereavement, trauma or poor physical or mental health. Maybe you're feeling like you don't know yourself, or like you don't fit in. You don't have to navigate difficult periods and life events alone - therapeutic conversations and support can help, offering the time and space for self-compassion, to heal and rediscover yourself and to feel empowered to lead the kind of life that is right for you. I offer down-to-earth counselling and support as you increase self-awareness, explore unhelpful self-beliefs and make sense of current or past events.
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Remy Marckus
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
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. With over 15 years of experience working in the NHS I have developed a keen interest in supporting people to build confidence in managing a wide range of difficulties such as Anxiety, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, Depression, Health Anxiety, Low Self-Esteem, Bereavement, Trauma and Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD).
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. With over 15 years of experience working in the NHS I have developed a keen interest in supporting people to build confidence in managing a wide range of difficulties such as Anxiety, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, Depression, Health Anxiety, Low Self-Esteem, Bereavement, Trauma and Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD).
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Kate Wills Counselling
Psychotherapist, MBACP Accred
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
As an integrative counsellor and psychotherapist, I take a holistic and collaborative approach to help you improve your well-being. I believe we all have the answers inside us and, with a little support, a good therapist can help you find the solutions that are best for you. Because I believe your experience and view of the world is unique to you, I work in a way that values your individuality and allows you a safe space to explore any issue you choose to bring.
As an integrative counsellor and psychotherapist, I take a holistic and collaborative approach to help you improve your well-being. I believe we all have the answers inside us and, with a little support, a good therapist can help you find the solutions that are best for you. Because I believe your experience and view of the world is unique to you, I work in a way that values your individuality and allows you a safe space to explore any issue you choose to bring.
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More Therapists Nearby

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Dr. Chris James - Sleep Specialist & Adult ADHD
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Online Only
For others, it's about building on existing skills - how to get more out of relationships, improving communication, being more assertive, boosting your sleep and performance, learning to be the best version of yourself.
I'm a highly experienced Consultant Clinical Psychologist and sleep specialist providing evidence-based psychological interventions (including CBT) for a range of difficulties including insomnia, adult ADHD, anxiety, work-related stress and burnout, trauma, depression, OCD, health anxiety, phobia, self-esteem issues and relationship difficulties.
For others, it's about building on existing skills - how to get more out of relationships, improving communication, being more assertive, boosting your sleep and performance, learning to be the best version of yourself.
I'm a highly experienced Consultant Clinical Psychologist and sleep specialist providing evidence-based psychological interventions (including CBT) for a range of difficulties including insomnia, adult ADHD, anxiety, work-related stress and burnout, trauma, depression, OCD, health anxiety, phobia, self-esteem issues and relationship difficulties.
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Tim Gibson
Psychotherapist, MBABCP
I have developed a specialist interest in providing effective treatment for the range of anxiety disorders, OCD, PTSD and Insomnia.
If you are looking for a specialist CBT therapist in Chichester, or online, then get in touch now, so we can start to understand your difficulties and help you to feel better! I am fully accredited with the BABCP with substantial experience across NHS services, alongside lecturing on Post-Graduate University CBT programmes. I can support you to understand and overcome a broad range of psychological difficulties, through my compassionate, individualised and evidenced-based approach to delivering therapy that works for you!
I have developed a specialist interest in providing effective treatment for the range of anxiety disorders, OCD, PTSD and Insomnia.
If you are looking for a specialist CBT therapist in Chichester, or online, then get in touch now, so we can start to understand your difficulties and help you to feel better! I am fully accredited with the BABCP with substantial experience across NHS services, alongside lecturing on Post-Graduate University CBT programmes. I can support you to understand and overcome a broad range of psychological difficulties, through my compassionate, individualised and evidenced-based approach to delivering therapy that works for you!
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Dr Rachel Blundell
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
I am a Clinical Psychologist with extensive experience in the NHS, third sector as well as private therapy. I specialise in working with adults who experience anxiety, low mood or stress. I am trained in evidence based therapies such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Compassion Focused Therapy. Therapy is tailored to individual need and goals, using a person centred and strengths based approach. I also have experience adapting therapy for adults with a diagnosis of autism and learning disabilities.
I am a Clinical Psychologist with extensive experience in the NHS, third sector as well as private therapy. I specialise in working with adults who experience anxiety, low mood or stress. I am trained in evidence based therapies such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Compassion Focused Therapy. Therapy is tailored to individual need and goals, using a person centred and strengths based approach. I also have experience adapting therapy for adults with a diagnosis of autism and learning disabilities.
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The Mind-Body Guide
Psychotherapist, DCounsPsych, PNCPS Acc.
Online Only
Are you living with chronic pain a long-term condition or medically unexplained symptoms? Are you still suffering despite having been treated by doctors and other health professionals? Have your symptoms been fully investigated? I work with people who find themselves in this predicament. Individuals who have researched alternatives and come across a Mind-Body approach but aren’t quite sure if it will provide them with answers or relief. I could be the therapist for you. As a specialist pain psychotherapist and physiotherapist, I understand how the Mind and Body work. This is so important when it comes to pain and suffering.
Are you living with chronic pain a long-term condition or medically unexplained symptoms? Are you still suffering despite having been treated by doctors and other health professionals? Have your symptoms been fully investigated? I work with people who find themselves in this predicament. Individuals who have researched alternatives and come across a Mind-Body approach but aren’t quite sure if it will provide them with answers or relief. I could be the therapist for you. As a specialist pain psychotherapist and physiotherapist, I understand how the Mind and Body work. This is so important when it comes to pain and suffering.
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Dr Clara O’Brien
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Worthing BN14
I also provide treatment for post traumatic stress symptoms, sleep difficulties and fatigue.
I am a Consultant Clinical Neuropsychologist/ Psychologist with experience in providing assessment, cognitive rehabilitation and psychological therapy to clients with brain injuries and neurological conditions. I favour an ACT-based therapy approach and can modify therapy if you have cognitive difficulties or fatigue and find it hard to access therapy.
I also provide treatment for post traumatic stress symptoms, sleep difficulties and fatigue.
I am a Consultant Clinical Neuropsychologist/ Psychologist with experience in providing assessment, cognitive rehabilitation and psychological therapy to clients with brain injuries and neurological conditions. I favour an ACT-based therapy approach and can modify therapy if you have cognitive difficulties or fatigue and find it hard to access therapy.
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Sleep or Insomnia Counsellors

How effective is treatment for insomnia?

The most effective treatments for insomnia are behavioral techniques that reduce anxiety, including anxiety about falling asleep, and allow the body’s natural cycles to be recalibrated. The most common treatment is cognitive behavioral therapy for insomnia (CBT-I), which researchers have found to be more useful than medication, with rates of success as high as 80 percent.

Are there specific medications for sleep problems?

There are many medications, both over-the-counter and prescription that treat sleep problems. Supplements such as melatonin are popular and may help, though there is little evidence that it is more effective than a placebo. Prescription medications such as zolpidem are sometimes prescribed.

Are there natural treatments for sleep problems?

There are many natural treatments for everyday sleep problems. Reducing blue-light emitting screens, setting a regular bedtime, regular exercise, reducing caffeine and nicotine consumption, and keeping the bedroom dark and cool at night are all lifestyle changes that can help those who struggle with sleep but may not reach the level of an insomnia diagnosis.

What’s the difference between having trouble falling asleep and insomnia?

Life events, stress, and anxiety can lead to sleepless nights for everyone from time to time. To be diagnosed with insomnia, a patient must experience trouble falling asleep, trouble remaining asleep, waking up too early, or non-restorative sleep at least three nights per week for at least one month. Sleep problems affect one-third to one-half of the population, while chronic insomnia affects about 10 to 15 percent of people.