Anxiety Counselling in Hassocks

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Jess Whitbourn
Counsellor, MBACP
I work with adults and young people across a broad range of challenges to include ADHD, AFRID, Anxiety, Autism, Bereavement, Dementia, Depression, Family issues, Loss, Low mood, and Self-harm.
Hi, I’m Jess I work with you, providing a warm and welcoming space. To meet you where you are, to understand what you need and to help you move forward Together, in this confidential and collaborative space, we work to understand the challenges you’re facing, to build greater self-awareness, self-esteem and confidence. In the sessions we work to explore your thoughts and feelings at your own pace.
I work with adults and young people across a broad range of challenges to include ADHD, AFRID, Anxiety, Autism, Bereavement, Dementia, Depression, Family issues, Loss, Low mood, and Self-harm.
Hi, I’m Jess I work with you, providing a warm and welcoming space. To meet you where you are, to understand what you need and to help you move forward Together, in this confidential and collaborative space, we work to understand the challenges you’re facing, to build greater self-awareness, self-esteem and confidence. In the sessions we work to explore your thoughts and feelings at your own pace.
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Nicola Cracknell
Psychotherapist, MBABCP
Hi I’m Nicola.. I assume if you’re reading this then you or someone you love, is struggling with how life is at the moment and may be looking for change in some way? Sometimes the issue is clear, but other times we might just feel ‘off’ and need a little exploration to figure out what needs to change in order to feel better. I offer a warm, compassionate, and structured approach to therapy, working collaboratively and at a pace that feels right for you.
Hi I’m Nicola.. I assume if you’re reading this then you or someone you love, is struggling with how life is at the moment and may be looking for change in some way? Sometimes the issue is clear, but other times we might just feel ‘off’ and need a little exploration to figure out what needs to change in order to feel better. I offer a warm, compassionate, and structured approach to therapy, working collaboratively and at a pace that feels right for you.
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Dr Devon Rodwell Clinical Psychology
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Serves Area
Accessing psychological support can be anxiety provoking, and it is important to find a therapist who feels like a good fit for you.
I offer support to children, adolescents and adults experiencing a range of difficulties, including; • Anxiety • Low mood • PTSD • Chronic illness • Low self-esteem • Emotional dysregulation in the context of neurodiversity • Relationship difficulties I am trained in a variety of evidence-based psychological models, including CBT, EMDR and family therapy.
Accessing psychological support can be anxiety provoking, and it is important to find a therapist who feels like a good fit for you.
I offer support to children, adolescents and adults experiencing a range of difficulties, including; • Anxiety • Low mood • PTSD • Chronic illness • Low self-esteem • Emotional dysregulation in the context of neurodiversity • Relationship difficulties I am trained in a variety of evidence-based psychological models, including CBT, EMDR and family therapy.
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Andi Heaton
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBACP Accred
Serves Area
I have worked with a wide range of difficulties and have most experience in working with anxiety, depression and chronic illness.
I worked in the NHS for 8 years as a Senior Psychological Therapist looking after patients with a diagnosis of cancer which frequently involved a change in their appearance. Im trained in a broad range of treatment approaches including CBT. Dependent on your needs I have the experience to adapt the therapeutic approach to give you the best outcome.
I have worked with a wide range of difficulties and have most experience in working with anxiety, depression and chronic illness.
I worked in the NHS for 8 years as a Senior Psychological Therapist looking after patients with a diagnosis of cancer which frequently involved a change in their appearance. Im trained in a broad range of treatment approaches including CBT. Dependent on your needs I have the experience to adapt the therapeutic approach to give you the best outcome.
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Petr Eurik Gilar
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
I also work comfortably with questions around sexuality and intimacy, including areas people may feel anxious or ashamed about.
I help people who appear to be coping but feel emotionally stuck, disconnected, or dissatisfied in relationships or intimacy. By working at the root of long-standing patterns rather than offering quick fixes, therapy becomes a space for deeper understanding and meaningful change.
I also work comfortably with questions around sexuality and intimacy, including areas people may feel anxious or ashamed about.
I help people who appear to be coping but feel emotionally stuck, disconnected, or dissatisfied in relationships or intimacy. By working at the root of long-standing patterns rather than offering quick fixes, therapy becomes a space for deeper understanding and meaningful change.
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Imogen Gabrielle Ellis-Jones
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, MNCPS Acc.
Serves Area
Individual Counselling will help you with low confidence and anxiety.
Couples Counselling will help you to understand your emotions and discover a new intimacy. I talk to couples every day who are wanting more from their relationships. Some want to renew a long gone passion and others are just fighting to stay together - the answer is often found by looking at new ways to communicate with each other rather than fixing a disagreement. There will be reasons for your behaviour that make sense and I will help you to uncover these throughout our sessions together. You may have an ‘arguing style’ and by looking more deeply, at your inner hurt and anger, we will be able to discover what is really going on.
Individual Counselling will help you with low confidence and anxiety.
Couples Counselling will help you to understand your emotions and discover a new intimacy. I talk to couples every day who are wanting more from their relationships. Some want to renew a long gone passion and others are just fighting to stay together - the answer is often found by looking at new ways to communicate with each other rather than fixing a disagreement. There will be reasons for your behaviour that make sense and I will help you to uncover these throughout our sessions together. You may have an ‘arguing style’ and by looking more deeply, at your inner hurt and anger, we will be able to discover what is really going on.
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Anna Hardy
Psychotherapist, MBACP Accred
Serves Area
At times life can feel tough, possibly overwhelmed, stuck, anxious, depressed, angry or lacking in self esteem.
Therapy puts a huge emphasis on the power of our relationship, so choosing the right therapist is key, see my website on 'how to choose a therapist'. I am naturally empathic, curious and I listen with respect in a confidential, safe and professional space, bringing in creativity when appropritae to help articulate emotions. Clinics in Chailey & Hove.
At times life can feel tough, possibly overwhelmed, stuck, anxious, depressed, angry or lacking in self esteem.
Therapy puts a huge emphasis on the power of our relationship, so choosing the right therapist is key, see my website on 'how to choose a therapist'. I am naturally empathic, curious and I listen with respect in a confidential, safe and professional space, bringing in creativity when appropritae to help articulate emotions. Clinics in Chailey & Hove.
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Rhys Lovell
Counsellor, MBACP
2 Endorsed
Serves Area
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.
As a humanistic counsellor, I believe that each person has the inner strength and capacity to overcome their challenges, and my role is to support you in rediscovering that potential within yourself. My approach is collaborative, warm and flexible, in order for us to work together in a way which feels right for you.
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.
As a humanistic counsellor, I believe that each person has the inner strength and capacity to overcome their challenges, and my role is to support you in rediscovering that potential within yourself. My approach is collaborative, warm and flexible, in order for us to work together in a way which feels right for you.
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Mark Reeves
Psychotherapist, MA, MBACP
Serves Area
Some of the issues I can help you explore are: Self-esteem/confidence, Anxiety, Stress, Depression, Bereavement, Relationships, Direction, Meaning & purpose.
I offer a warm, welcoming, safe and confidential space for you to address any of the personal issues that you may be facing. I want to help you take the steps that you need in order to feel happier, more at peace and personally fulfilled. I also offer Nature-based therapy in woodlands near Brighton.
Some of the issues I can help you explore are: Self-esteem/confidence, Anxiety, Stress, Depression, Bereavement, Relationships, Direction, Meaning & purpose.
I offer a warm, welcoming, safe and confidential space for you to address any of the personal issues that you may be facing. I want to help you take the steps that you need in order to feel happier, more at peace and personally fulfilled. I also offer Nature-based therapy in woodlands near Brighton.
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Arlene Marcia Alexander-Price
Psychotherapist, MBABCP
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
I work with low self esteem, depression, social, health and generalised anxiety disorders, obsessive compulsive disorder, post traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) & body focussed repetitive disorders such as skin picking.
I’ve practiced as an accredited Cognitive Behavioural Psychotherapist since 2009 and mental health nurse for the past 20 years for the NHS and private sector. Both professions combined enable me to work with mild to severe mental health conditions. I have a special interest working with individuals from Black and Minority Ethnic communities and mixed heritage. I am a BABCP accredited supervisor , certified to diagnose Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) and to assess for symptoms of Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). I’m keen to collaborate to work towards my clients therapy goals. NICE recommended treatment delivered.
I work with low self esteem, depression, social, health and generalised anxiety disorders, obsessive compulsive disorder, post traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) & body focussed repetitive disorders such as skin picking.
I’ve practiced as an accredited Cognitive Behavioural Psychotherapist since 2009 and mental health nurse for the past 20 years for the NHS and private sector. Both professions combined enable me to work with mild to severe mental health conditions. I have a special interest working with individuals from Black and Minority Ethnic communities and mixed heritage. I am a BABCP accredited supervisor , certified to diagnose Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) and to assess for symptoms of Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). I’m keen to collaborate to work towards my clients therapy goals. NICE recommended treatment delivered.
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Louise Herbert
Psychotherapist, MUKCP
Serves Area
You might be navigating challenging life transitions, struggling with anxiety or low mood, coping with the echoes of past experiences, or perhaps feeling a persistent sense of dissatisfaction or disconnection.
I am an experienced UKCP Registered Psychotherapist (PTSTA(P). I provide individual psychotherapy for adults, aged 18 and over. I can also see TA students who wish to count their psychotherapy hours as part of their training. I am also a qualified UKCP registered Supervisor, and work with supervisees in TA and other modalities, both in groups and 1-1.
You might be navigating challenging life transitions, struggling with anxiety or low mood, coping with the echoes of past experiences, or perhaps feeling a persistent sense of dissatisfaction or disconnection.
I am an experienced UKCP Registered Psychotherapist (PTSTA(P). I provide individual psychotherapy for adults, aged 18 and over. I can also see TA students who wish to count their psychotherapy hours as part of their training. I am also a qualified UKCP registered Supervisor, and work with supervisees in TA and other modalities, both in groups and 1-1.
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Elizabeth Joy
Counsellor, MBACP
Serves Area
Is anxiety taking over your life?
As a Integrative Counsellor, I provide a unique approach to therapy by combining elements of various different theories, including Humanistic, Psychodynamic and CBT. The way I work with each client depends on the issues presented and the number of sessions we have, but above all it depends on what works best for you.
Is anxiety taking over your life?
As a Integrative Counsellor, I provide a unique approach to therapy by combining elements of various different theories, including Humanistic, Psychodynamic and CBT. The way I work with each client depends on the issues presented and the number of sessions we have, but above all it depends on what works best for you.
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Penny Mackay
Counsellor, BACP
Serves Area
I work very well with anxiety, self-esteem issues, grief, relationship difficulties and low mood, autism, ADHD and HSP.
I work with adults and children and young people. I have a special interest and experience working with neuro-divergence. It may be that you have recently started to understand what makes you who you are, or it may be that you have known for a long time. We can all benefit from a compassionate space to explore our inner experience with another. With children and young people, I offer creative therapies and am very happy to be flexible in approach.
I work very well with anxiety, self-esteem issues, grief, relationship difficulties and low mood, autism, ADHD and HSP.
I work with adults and children and young people. I have a special interest and experience working with neuro-divergence. It may be that you have recently started to understand what makes you who you are, or it may be that you have known for a long time. We can all benefit from a compassionate space to explore our inner experience with another. With children and young people, I offer creative therapies and am very happy to be flexible in approach.
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Sarah Brown
Psychotherapist, MA, MBACP Accred
Serves Area
I can help you reprocess trauma and move on from distressing anxiety and depression.
I'm an EMDR Consultant and I offer an initial session where we can discuss your problems, your goals and work out a treatment plan. In EMDR we target specific traumatic experiences and symptoms. A large body of research has found that working at a subcortical level, using EMDR, effectively reprocesses experiences that are stuck in your body and your nervous system. After EMDR you are likely to feel much less dys-regulated.
I can help you reprocess trauma and move on from distressing anxiety and depression.
I'm an EMDR Consultant and I offer an initial session where we can discuss your problems, your goals and work out a treatment plan. In EMDR we target specific traumatic experiences and symptoms. A large body of research has found that working at a subcortical level, using EMDR, effectively reprocesses experiences that are stuck in your body and your nervous system. After EMDR you are likely to feel much less dys-regulated.
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Leasa Langridge Counselling & Supervision
Counsellor, MBACP
Online Only
If you’re searching for the right counsellor for you, the best tip I can offer is to contact a few and find someone you feel drawn to, someone you can connect with and form a warm and safe working relationship with. In my experience this really is what makes all the difference. I’m a BACP-registered counsellor and clinical supervisor with over 15 years’ experience in private practice. I work with adults from all walks of life and offer sessions online, making support accessible wherever you are.
If you’re searching for the right counsellor for you, the best tip I can offer is to contact a few and find someone you feel drawn to, someone you can connect with and form a warm and safe working relationship with. In my experience this really is what makes all the difference. I’m a BACP-registered counsellor and clinical supervisor with over 15 years’ experience in private practice. I work with adults from all walks of life and offer sessions online, making support accessible wherever you are.
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Jo Grigg
Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
Whether you're navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship challenges, or simply seeking a safe place to be yourself, I’m here to provide that support and understand your needs.
My therapeutic journey began with a desire to help people succeed, leading me to work with organisations such as the Salvation Army, Cruse Bereavement, and 999 responders. Through these experiences, I trained and worked with children (8+), as well as alongside qualified therapists as a qualified Supervisor.
Whether you're navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship challenges, or simply seeking a safe place to be yourself, I’m here to provide that support and understand your needs.
My therapeutic journey began with a desire to help people succeed, leading me to work with organisations such as the Salvation Army, Cruse Bereavement, and 999 responders. Through these experiences, I trained and worked with children (8+), as well as alongside qualified therapists as a qualified Supervisor.
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Kirstie Flood
Psychotherapist, MUKCP
I specialise in working with anxiety, stress, low self-esteem, trauma, and functional disorders.
Hello, I’m Kirstie. I’m a UKCP registered psychotherapist working in-person in West Sussex. I offer an integrated therapeutic approach and as 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.
I specialise in working with anxiety, stress, low self-esteem, trauma, and functional disorders.
Hello, I’m Kirstie. I’m a UKCP registered psychotherapist working in-person in West Sussex. I offer an integrated therapeutic approach and as 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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Lucy Francis
Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
Serves Area
I support adults and young people (14yrs and over) who feel held back by ongoing worries, challenges, or patterns they'd like to understand better.
I welcome the messy, confusing and contradictory parts of being human and believe that when someone feels genuinely heard, they begin to hear themselves more clearly too. What matters most to me is creating a relationship where you can exhale - where you don’t have to keep everything together, or hold your thoughts alone.
I support adults and young people (14yrs and over) who feel held back by ongoing worries, challenges, or patterns they'd like to understand better.
I welcome the messy, confusing and contradictory parts of being human and believe that when someone feels genuinely heard, they begin to hear themselves more clearly too. What matters most to me is creating a relationship where you can exhale - where you don’t have to keep everything together, or hold your thoughts alone.
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Vikki Harris
Psychotherapist, BACP
Serves Area
I help you tune into your thoughts, emotions, sensations, supporting you through whatever you are experiencing, perhaps your anxiety, relationship challenges, or life transitions.
Do you feel stuck, restless, or as if something is getting in the way of feeling fully alive? Perhaps you sense a hunger for connection, clarity, or change, even if you can’t yet name it. Therapy is a profound act of courage, beginning with a willingness to explore what’s holding you back and a desire for something different. I welcome every part of you, your pain, your protections, and the wisdom you carry. You’re not alone. Together, we embark on a journey of curiosity, compassion, clarity, and connection, supporting growth, insight, and self-understanding at your own pace.
I help you tune into your thoughts, emotions, sensations, supporting you through whatever you are experiencing, perhaps your anxiety, relationship challenges, or life transitions.
Do you feel stuck, restless, or as if something is getting in the way of feeling fully alive? Perhaps you sense a hunger for connection, clarity, or change, even if you can’t yet name it. Therapy is a profound act of courage, beginning with a willingness to explore what’s holding you back and a desire for something different. I welcome every part of you, your pain, your protections, and the wisdom you carry. You’re not alone. Together, we embark on a journey of curiosity, compassion, clarity, and connection, supporting growth, insight, and self-understanding at your own pace.
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Dr Monika Urbanek
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Serves Area
I specialise in working with adults and children experiencing anxiety-related difficulties, including OCD, phobias such as dental phobia, trauma and PTSD, health anxiety, social anxiety, and panic attacks.
My interventions are tailored to each person’s needs and draw on a range of evidence-based therapies, including CBT, ACT, EMDR, CFT, psychodynamic, and systemic approaches.
I specialise in working with adults and children experiencing anxiety-related difficulties, including OCD, phobias such as dental phobia, trauma and PTSD, health anxiety, social anxiety, and panic attacks.
My interventions are tailored to each person’s needs and draw on a range of evidence-based therapies, including CBT, ACT, EMDR, CFT, psychodynamic, and systemic approaches.
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Anxiety Counsellors
When should I seek treatment for anxiety?
Everyone feels anxious at times, but when anxiety causes disruption to your daily life, it may be time to seek help. Such disruption can be mental, physical, or both: having fear dominate your thoughts, avoiding situations or objects that bring on feelings of anxiety, or experiencing shortness of breath, sweating, dizziness, or panic attacks. When these symptoms are recurrent and distressing, it may be time to talk to someone.

What are the most common types of treatment for anxiety?
Talk therapy, particularly cognitive behavioural therapy, is the most common treatment for anxiety. Studies have shown it is equally effective as medication. Other forms of therapy are popular, depending on a patient’s experience. Exposure therapy, for instance, can be useful for people dealing with fears and phobias, or who have experienced traumatic events. Dialectical Behavioural Therapy may be useful for patients who need help with emotion regulation. Anxiolytic medications, like benzodiazepines, can also help with calming a person enough to focus on the skills they’ve learned, and physical exercise has been shown to help symptoms of anxiety across the board.

How long does therapy for anxiety take to work?
The amount of time needed to alleviate symptoms depends on the severity of a person’s condition. Some therapies may take 5-20 weekly sessions to show results. Anti-depressant medications typically take two to four weeks before a benefit is felt. Anti-anxiety medications are felt typically within 20-30 minutes. Medications are best used to offer a patient a better headspace in which to work on techniques learned in therapy. Exercise, improved sleep habits, and meditation are effective, but takes weeks or months to show results.

How effective is treatment for anxiety?
Treatment for anxiety has been shown to be moderately to highly effective, according to a large body of psychology studies and analyses. For some people, treatment using CBT or exposure therapy alone is effective. Others respond best to a combination of medication and therapy.