Dialectical Behaviour (DBT) Counselling in Chichester
I am a Counselling Psychologist and highly specialist cognitive behavioural (CBT) therapist. CBT is the recommended therapy for Depression and Anxiety by the National Institute for Clinical Excellence (NICE) and the NHS. I trained at the Institute of Psychiatry in London, a world leader in CBT practice & research. It is a highly skilled active therapy that explores links between thoughts, behaviours & emotions to help you break free from negative cycles that might be holding you back. I also adopt somatic based techniques to provide a holistic whole body approach based on latest research, especially for clients with trauma.
I am a Counselling Psychologist and highly specialist cognitive behavioural (CBT) therapist. CBT is the recommended therapy for Depression and Anxiety by the National Institute for Clinical Excellence (NICE) and the NHS. I trained at the Institute of Psychiatry in London, a world leader in CBT practice & research. It is a highly skilled active therapy that explores links between thoughts, behaviours & emotions to help you break free from negative cycles that might be holding you back. I also adopt somatic based techniques to provide a holistic whole body approach based on latest research, especially for clients with trauma.
I am trained in CBT, Systemic Therapy, DBT, Mindfulness and trauma focused treatment.
I am a Cognitive Behavioural Therapist with a background in specialist NHS psychological treatment. I am the Director of Psychological Coaching Ltd, where i deliver a specialist psychological service to Grant Thornton UK LLP's Partners. I am the Mental Health Lead for the Cambridge Medical Academy (Cambridge University), where I train a global network of 800+ doctors and nurses in mental health. My research on improving access to mental health has been published internationally. I sit on a number of international Boards where I advise on mental health service design.
I am trained in CBT, Systemic Therapy, DBT, Mindfulness and trauma focused treatment.
I am a Cognitive Behavioural Therapist with a background in specialist NHS psychological treatment. I am the Director of Psychological Coaching Ltd, where i deliver a specialist psychological service to Grant Thornton UK LLP's Partners. I am the Mental Health Lead for the Cambridge Medical Academy (Cambridge University), where I train a global network of 800+ doctors and nurses in mental health. My research on improving access to mental health has been published internationally. I sit on a number of international Boards where I advise on mental health service design.
Are you struggling with low mood, anxiety, or feeling stuck? Or relying on alcohol or drugs to cope—telling yourself “just one more time,” only to find the cycle continues?
You’re not alone, and you don’t have to stay this way. With the right support, change is possible.
Holding hope until you’re ready to hold it yourself, I’m a counsellor with professional and lived experience. I offer a safe, compassionate space to feel heard, build insight, and create lasting change.
Are you struggling with low mood, anxiety, or feeling stuck? Or relying on alcohol or drugs to cope—telling yourself “just one more time,” only to find the cycle continues?
You’re not alone, and you don’t have to stay this way. With the right support, change is possible.
Holding hope until you’re ready to hold it yourself, I’m a counsellor with professional and lived experience. I offer a safe, compassionate space to feel heard, build insight, and create lasting change.
I draw from Schema Therapy, Compassion-Focused Therapy (CFT), EMDR, CBT, and DBT-informed approaches.
Are you wondering whether ADHD might explain some of the challenges you've experienced throughout your life? Perhaps you struggle with concentration, organisation, procrastination, emotional overwhelm, or a constant feeling of working harder than everyone else just to keep up. I provide comprehensive Adult ADHD Assessments and ADHD therapy for adults seeking clarity, understanding, and support. Alongside ADHD, many of the people I work with experience anxiety, low self-esteem, perfectionism, relationship difficulties, loneliness, or depression. Together, we can help you build greater confidence and self-compassion.
I draw from Schema Therapy, Compassion-Focused Therapy (CFT), EMDR, CBT, and DBT-informed approaches.
Are you wondering whether ADHD might explain some of the challenges you've experienced throughout your life? Perhaps you struggle with concentration, organisation, procrastination, emotional overwhelm, or a constant feeling of working harder than everyone else just to keep up. I provide comprehensive Adult ADHD Assessments and ADHD therapy for adults seeking clarity, understanding, and support. Alongside ADHD, many of the people I work with experience anxiety, low self-esteem, perfectionism, relationship difficulties, loneliness, or depression. Together, we can help you build greater confidence and self-compassion.
My training includes:
• Mentalization-Based Therapy for Families (MBT-F), DBT skills
• CBT and Trauma-Focused CBT for PTSD (Anna Freud Centre)
• ADOS-2 Assessment Training (Autism)
• Motivational Interviewing (Tavistock & Portman)
As a certified Schema therapist I can help you understand the underlying motivation that gets you stuck.
I implement a motivational & strength based approach, that is client led & works towards personal goals. I use CBT & DBT skills to work with unhelpful thinking & dealing with managing emotions. I am experienced in trauma focused work for PTSD.
My training includes:
• Mentalization-Based Therapy for Families (MBT-F), DBT skills
• CBT and Trauma-Focused CBT for PTSD (Anna Freud Centre)
• ADOS-2 Assessment Training (Autism)
• Motivational Interviewing (Tavistock & Portman)
As a certified Schema therapist I can help you understand the underlying motivation that gets you stuck.
I implement a motivational & strength based approach, that is client led & works towards personal goals. I use CBT & DBT skills to work with unhelpful thinking & dealing with managing emotions. I am experienced in trauma focused work for PTSD.
I get it, life can get overwhelming sometimes. You feel unwell and don't know where to start. You can't put your finger on anything because everything seems like a lot right now: Family, relationships, self-esteem, worry, insecurities, work... nothing feels good anymore. You feel lost and sometimes don't really know what to do. You might struggle to enjoy the things you used to or simply have a good time with friends. Sometimes you might feel ridden by anxiety, worry and overthinking, which makes you question literally everything and you feel exhausted!
I get it, life can get overwhelming sometimes. You feel unwell and don't know where to start. You can't put your finger on anything because everything seems like a lot right now: Family, relationships, self-esteem, worry, insecurities, work... nothing feels good anymore. You feel lost and sometimes don't really know what to do. You might struggle to enjoy the things you used to or simply have a good time with friends. Sometimes you might feel ridden by anxiety, worry and overthinking, which makes you question literally everything and you feel exhausted!
At Trauma Clinic, we’re here to support individuals who’ve experienced childhood or adult trauma and those navigating neurodiversity, including ADHD, autism, and dyslexia. Many of our clients feel overwhelmed, stuck, or misunderstood, but they seek to heal, build resilience, and embrace their unique strengths. We offer a compassionate, non-judgmental space where you can explore your feelings, process trauma, and rediscover yourself. Therapy is tailored to your specific needs, guiding you towards personal growth and emotional well-being.
At Trauma Clinic, we’re here to support individuals who’ve experienced childhood or adult trauma and those navigating neurodiversity, including ADHD, autism, and dyslexia. Many of our clients feel overwhelmed, stuck, or misunderstood, but they seek to heal, build resilience, and embrace their unique strengths. We offer a compassionate, non-judgmental space where you can explore your feelings, process trauma, and rediscover yourself. Therapy is tailored to your specific needs, guiding you towards personal growth and emotional well-being.
I am a warm and approachable therapist with an openness to understanding from your perspective what you are struggling with as well as tailoring treatment to meet your unique needs. My aim is to meet you right where you are and we will spend time in the initial sessions making sense of what you're currently experiencing and where you want to get to in therapy. I tend to use an integrative approach to therapy drawing on my varied experience and what we feel might best support you to move forwards.
I have a special interest in the interaction between physical and mental wellbeing and presenting symptoms.
I am a warm and approachable therapist with an openness to understanding from your perspective what you are struggling with as well as tailoring treatment to meet your unique needs. My aim is to meet you right where you are and we will spend time in the initial sessions making sense of what you're currently experiencing and where you want to get to in therapy. I tend to use an integrative approach to therapy drawing on my varied experience and what we feel might best support you to move forwards.
I have a special interest in the interaction between physical and mental wellbeing and presenting symptoms.
I am a qualified Clinical Psychologist and have completed further training to become an accredited Schema Therapist, an EMDR practitioner as well as completing Dialectical Behaviour Therapy training.
I understand that making the decision to engage in therapy can be a daunting one. I aim to provide a space where you feel safe, heard and valued. I place great emphasis on working collaboratively to understand a person's life experiences and how they have and continue to impact them. Our work together would be defined by your values and goals. The models of therapy that I draw on help to make sense of how patterns of being with yourself and others have developed, understanding these and then empathically challenging them to enable people to make meaningful sustained change in their lives.
I am a qualified Clinical Psychologist and have completed further training to become an accredited Schema Therapist, an EMDR practitioner as well as completing Dialectical Behaviour Therapy training.
I understand that making the decision to engage in therapy can be a daunting one. I aim to provide a space where you feel safe, heard and valued. I place great emphasis on working collaboratively to understand a person's life experiences and how they have and continue to impact them. Our work together would be defined by your values and goals. The models of therapy that I draw on help to make sense of how patterns of being with yourself and others have developed, understanding these and then empathically challenging them to enable people to make meaningful sustained change in their lives.
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We focus on managing overthinking, building confidence, and empowering yourself in difficult situations, using straightforward CBT and DBT tools that are simple to apply.
I work with adults from all backgrounds with a particular interest in working with men who feel stuck, overwhelmed, or caught in their head. Many of the people I work with struggle with overthinking, lack of direction, or feeling disconnected from themselves and others.
My approach is practical and action-focused. We focus on building structure, taking responsibility, and developing resilience so you can move forward with clarity and a stronger sense of control. Alongside this, we develop emotional awareness so you can better understand what’s driving things beneath the surface and respond more effectively.
We focus on managing overthinking, building confidence, and empowering yourself in difficult situations, using straightforward CBT and DBT tools that are simple to apply.
I work with adults from all backgrounds with a particular interest in working with men who feel stuck, overwhelmed, or caught in their head. Many of the people I work with struggle with overthinking, lack of direction, or feeling disconnected from themselves and others.
My approach is practical and action-focused. We focus on building structure, taking responsibility, and developing resilience so you can move forward with clarity and a stronger sense of control. Alongside this, we develop emotional awareness so you can better understand what’s driving things beneath the surface and respond more effectively.
The beautiful thing is: although facing our problems is hard, it is also endlessly surprising, joyful, sometimes hilarious, and illuminating.
If you're struggling with ADHD, anxiety, depression or trauma, I can help you to make powerful, practical changes to your life.
I’m a psychotherapist and supervisor, with ADHD, and decades of experience as a lead practitioner in mental health settings.
I know how stuck we can feel- and I've helped hundreds of people just like you to get unstuck.
Contrary to our worst fears, if you're committed to working hard, you don't have to stay stuck. A better world is possible.
The beautiful thing is: although facing our problems is hard, it is also endlessly surprising, joyful, sometimes hilarious, and illuminating.
If you're struggling with ADHD, anxiety, depression or trauma, I can help you to make powerful, practical changes to your life.
I’m a psychotherapist and supervisor, with ADHD, and decades of experience as a lead practitioner in mental health settings.
I know how stuck we can feel- and I've helped hundreds of people just like you to get unstuck.
Contrary to our worst fears, if you're committed to working hard, you don't have to stay stuck. A better world is possible.
I offer a tailored, DBT-informed approach that adapts to your specific needs.
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.
I offer a tailored, DBT-informed approach that adapts to your specific needs.
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.
I work in the NHS and privately with adults and am trained in delivering and integrating a wide range of evidence-based specialist therapy models including Cognitive Analytic Therapy, EMDR, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Mindfulness Based Cognitive Therapy, Compassion Focussed Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Dialectical Behaviour Therapy.
I am a qualified clinical psychologist with over 20 years experience working with adults with a range of difficulties including trauma, abuse, difficulties in relationships, self-harm, depression and anxiety. You may be quite clear about what your difficulties are and what help you would like or just feel unhappy and have a sense that your life is not going quite as you had hoped. I can work with you to think about why difficulties have arisen and how you can make changes in the here and now to help your life move forward.
I work in the NHS and privately with adults and am trained in delivering and integrating a wide range of evidence-based specialist therapy models including Cognitive Analytic Therapy, EMDR, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Mindfulness Based Cognitive Therapy, Compassion Focussed Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Dialectical Behaviour Therapy.
I am a qualified clinical psychologist with over 20 years experience working with adults with a range of difficulties including trauma, abuse, difficulties in relationships, self-harm, depression and anxiety. You may be quite clear about what your difficulties are and what help you would like or just feel unhappy and have a sense that your life is not going quite as you had hoped. I can work with you to think about why difficulties have arisen and how you can make changes in the here and now to help your life move forward.
I've trained in DBT which helps with creating a better relationship with emotions and managing self-destructive behaviours.
I work with individuals aged 16+ who may be coming to terms with the realisation that something in their life is not working for them, it's working against them. They want to come to terms with it and/or work on changing it. This could be a combination of issues. A past experience, identity issues, overwhelming emotions or relationship struggles to name a few. They want to live a life that aligns with them better, be present in their lives and gain resilience if life becomes difficult again. Therapy offers the possibility for this.
I've trained in DBT which helps with creating a better relationship with emotions and managing self-destructive behaviours.
I work with individuals aged 16+ who may be coming to terms with the realisation that something in their life is not working for them, it's working against them. They want to come to terms with it and/or work on changing it. This could be a combination of issues. A past experience, identity issues, overwhelming emotions or relationship struggles to name a few. They want to live a life that aligns with them better, be present in their lives and gain resilience if life becomes difficult again. Therapy offers the possibility for this.
I use Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Dialectical Behaviour Therapy ( DBT) in my work.
As a Clinical Psychologist I am passionate about working with people to address their emotional and mental health difficulties and to achieve their treatment goals. I have a particular interest in working with addictions, trauma, and anxiety disorders and as such these are my main areas of expertise. In addition to working privately, I also worked in an NHS Addictions Service until recently, predominantly with alcohol and illicit drugs, and as a result much of my work was with people with complex mental health needs.
I use Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Dialectical Behaviour Therapy ( DBT) in my work.
As a Clinical Psychologist I am passionate about working with people to address their emotional and mental health difficulties and to achieve their treatment goals. I have a particular interest in working with addictions, trauma, and anxiety disorders and as such these are my main areas of expertise. In addition to working privately, I also worked in an NHS Addictions Service until recently, predominantly with alcohol and illicit drugs, and as a result much of my work was with people with complex mental health needs.
I am an accredited practitioner in CBT and trained in EMDR, DBT, ACT and compassion focused therapy.
I passionately believe in the importance of a supportive, collaborative relationship to empower people to make changes in their lives. I am trained in several evidence-based therapies and we will select appropriate interventions according to an agreed shared understanding of your difficulties. I have over 20 years experience in the NHS working with people aged 14 upwards with mental health difficulties, providing both individual and group interventions and supervising staff teams.
I am an accredited practitioner in CBT and trained in EMDR, DBT, ACT and compassion focused therapy.
I passionately believe in the importance of a supportive, collaborative relationship to empower people to make changes in their lives. I am trained in several evidence-based therapies and we will select appropriate interventions according to an agreed shared understanding of your difficulties. I have over 20 years experience in the NHS working with people aged 14 upwards with mental health difficulties, providing both individual and group interventions and supervising staff teams.
As a Clinical Psychologist, I work with a range of problems people might be experiencing. This could be burnout, relationship difficulties, feeling stressed and overwhelmed, or feeling down and hopeless. As a cofounder of HN Psychology, I specialise working with people with brain injuries, neurological conditions, or health conditions. I work collaboratively to understand how problems have developed, and work towards your goals. My approach is grounded in warmth, compassion and openness, and my clients describe me as professional but down to earth.
As a Clinical Psychologist, I work with a range of problems people might be experiencing. This could be burnout, relationship difficulties, feeling stressed and overwhelmed, or feeling down and hopeless. As a cofounder of HN Psychology, I specialise working with people with brain injuries, neurological conditions, or health conditions. I work collaboratively to understand how problems have developed, and work towards your goals. My approach is grounded in warmth, compassion and openness, and my clients describe me as professional but down to earth.
My clients often feel painfully stuck in some way and that's why they come to me. Problems become overwhelming. For instance, being unhappy in a marriage; having a serious illness and dealing with its effects; feeling low and not understanding why; dealing with divorce; having problems with one's children and not being sure how to manage; wanting to move forward in life but just not managing somehow; work issues - struggles with colleagues, dissatisfaction with a career. Anxiety, depression and confusion usually accompany these challenging life situations.
My clients often feel painfully stuck in some way and that's why they come to me. Problems become overwhelming. For instance, being unhappy in a marriage; having a serious illness and dealing with its effects; feeling low and not understanding why; dealing with divorce; having problems with one's children and not being sure how to manage; wanting to move forward in life but just not managing somehow; work issues - struggles with colleagues, dissatisfaction with a career. Anxiety, depression and confusion usually accompany these challenging life situations.
Questa is a specialist practice; we provide a range of psychological services for children and adults, clinical and educational. In addition to therapy and supportive coaching, we provide NHS-commissioned Autism assessments and ADHD assessment/diagnosis. We offer therapy and support for a range of emotional problems for children, teenagers and adults and are specialists in anxiety, depression and trauma, providing therapy to emergency services personnel. Do call or email us today to discuss how we may be able to support you. We can usually help, but if we can't, then we’ll do our very best to offer advice and signposting.
Questa is a specialist practice; we provide a range of psychological services for children and adults, clinical and educational. In addition to therapy and supportive coaching, we provide NHS-commissioned Autism assessments and ADHD assessment/diagnosis. We offer therapy and support for a range of emotional problems for children, teenagers and adults and are specialists in anxiety, depression and trauma, providing therapy to emergency services personnel. Do call or email us today to discuss how we may be able to support you. We can usually help, but if we can't, then we’ll do our very best to offer advice and signposting.
I’m drawn to the quiet, tender spaces in people’s lives; places shaped by grief, loss & life transitions, and the feeling of being unseen or unanchored. Life has many seasons of change; moments that leave you feeling overwhelmed, unsteady, or unsure where to turn. You may be navigating bereavement, the end of a relationship, health challenges, or shifts in identity. Some experiences echo from the past; others arrive quietly as stress, sadness, guilt, anxiety, or a sense of inner hurt. I welcome anyone seeking space to reflect, heal, grow, or simply breathe again.
I’m drawn to the quiet, tender spaces in people’s lives; places shaped by grief, loss & life transitions, and the feeling of being unseen or unanchored. Life has many seasons of change; moments that leave you feeling overwhelmed, unsteady, or unsure where to turn. You may be navigating bereavement, the end of a relationship, health challenges, or shifts in identity. Some experiences echo from the past; others arrive quietly as stress, sadness, guilt, anxiety, or a sense of inner hurt. I welcome anyone seeking space to reflect, heal, grow, or simply breathe again.
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Dialectical Behaviour (DBT) Counsellors
Who is DBT for?
Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) is designed for people who experience extreme emotional suffering because they lack the skills of emotion regulation and distress tolerance. The basic affliction can underlie a wide range of conditions, from borderline and other personality disorders to PTSD and treatment-resistant anxiety and depression. The therapy is helpful to those whose emotional reactivity is so intense it is disruptive to everyday functioning and leads to frequent crises.
Why do people need DBT?
The ability to regulate emotions is a core psychological skill that enables people to function in life and pay attention to the world outside themselves; it is consistently associated with well-being. DBT is designed to help people learn how to manage and regulate their emotions. Originally developed to treat people with borderline personality disorder whose extreme emotional suffering led to self-harming behaviour and suicide attempts, the therapy is now applied to other conditions involving emotion dysregulation, particularly when other treatments have failed.
What happens in DBT?
Individuals meet weekly with their therapist to discuss their experiences relating to moods, behaviour, and skills. Using checklists they maintain, they review emotional experiences and positive practices they engage in. The diaries help individuals discern what led up to a specific problem encountered, this is followed by discussion of the consequences of their actions. In addition, individuals may meet in class-like small groups to learn skills such as mindfulness, emotion regulation and distress tolerance.
How long does DBT last?
Because it is intended to establish long-lasting behavioural change among those with persistent problems, DBT is designed to last six months to a year. DBT includes both weekly sessions of individual therapy and weekly skills-training sessions conducted in small groups. Studies of DBT have documented improvement within a year of treatment, particularly in controlling self-harmful behaviour; nevertheless, individuals may require therapy for several years.