Domestic Abuse Counselling in Hove
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Louise Grace Montgomery
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified
Verified
I have extensive experience working with substance misuse, alcohol dependance,
domestic
abuse
, trauma, anxiety and confidence issues.
Hi, my name is Louise and I am a Humanistic Counsellor. Reaching out to a counsellor can be daunting, especially if you're feeling overwhelmed or upset. I am warm, kind and understanding and will adapt my approach to make sharing your problems as comfortable as possible. My sessions are interactive, working collaboratively. I provide an accepting and supportive space for you to explore the issues that are upsetting you, to help ease your burdens and gain new insights to navigate your world. To unravel any confusion, to share your suffering. I am here to hold whatever you wish to bring, with kindness and understanding.

Joanne Walker
Counsellor, MNCS Accred
Verified
Verified
I'm an Integrative Counsellor with past experience in general practice, mental health and
domestic
violence
settings.
At times we can struggle with our circumstances and relationships. This may result in feeling confused and overwhelmed. Traumas past and present impact upon our quality of life and coping mechanisms can fail or become unhelpful. Counselling allows some time and space to focus on your issues and it can provide insight and clarity. It's an opportunity for honest open communication, without the fear of judgement and negative repercussions. This self-exploration tends to aid growth and healing, ultimately resulting in change and acceptance. I support you rather than diagnose or label, being with you through life's challenges.

John Wenger
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Verified
Verified
I work alongside people who are dealing with all kinds of issues, including, but not limited to, anxiety, relationship issues, depression, family issues, career and life choices, affairs and betrayals, separation and divorce,
abuse
, anger management, bereavement, low self-esteem, low self-confidence, sex and sexuality, LGBT-related issues and stress.
Sometimes, life feels a little out of balance. It's important that we find our own answers to the things that concern us about our lives. It's also important that we find a way to do this that suits our preferences, our needs and our styles. It's vital that we find a place where we can consider those questions about our lives and the situations we find ourselves in with patience, compassion and care. Finding a counsellor or psychotherapist to be with us can bring enormous benefit during difficult times.

Sarah Jones
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified
Verified
Life can be difficult and its easy to feel things are impossible, feeling unable to cope or out of control. You may want things to change, or want to change something about yourself. Counselling can help you understand and deal with difficult feelings and situations, counselling is not just about helping you solve problems its about helping you make positive changes. I have experience in a wide range of issues such as: Bereavement, Anxiety, Substance Misuse, Anger, Relationships, Self Harm, Low Self Esteem and Sexual
Abuse
. Together we can focus on whatever is important to you.

Aaron Swartz
Psychotherapist, MA, MBACP
Verified
Verified
My name is Aaron. Are you struggling with, Anxiety, Stress, Anger, Relationship Difficulties,
Abuse
, Addiction, Bereavement and/or Depression? Or do you feel stuck, unable to move forward and change your situation? Could you benefit from a place to take some time-out? To explore your thoughts and feelings? To change your life and be happy I am a practising Buddhist and Adult & Child Counsellor & Arts Psychotherapist & Somatic Experiencer (SEP)in Hove & Brighton. I have been seeing children, young people, adults and couples in Brighton, Hove for the past 17 years.

Starling Counselling & Psychotherapy
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified
Verified
(though not limited to) Borderline Personality Disorder/EID/EUPD, Trauma, PTSD/CPTSD, Anxiety, depression & mood disorders, relationship issues, attachment difficulties, childhood issues/trauma, sexual &
domestic
abuse
.
Thanks for stopping at my profile. I'm a qualified Psychotherapist & member of the BACP, UKCP & EMDR Association UK, based in Hove, Worthing & Haywards Heath (and online). I offer a compassionate, non-judgemental & empathic stance, and challenge where appropriate. My role is to help you understand the issues you bring to therapy, including your past experiences, determining patterns that haven't served you well & the reasons behind your distress. I assist you in altering unhelpful patterns to alleviate your emotional pain & work towards making the life changes that you want, while gaining more positive experiences of the world.

Phoenix Therapy Practice
Psychotherapist, PhD, MUKCP
Verified
Verified
We are a not for profit therapy service offering free initial consultations where we think with you in depth about your difficulties and your needs. This is followed, if you wish it, by referral to one of our 20 experienced psychologists, counsellors and therapists. We provide a range of services for those with mild, moderate and severe difficulties including depression, anxiety, phobias, relationship difficulties, early trauma, self harm, gender issues,
domestic
violence
, unresolved grief and personality disorder. We offer individual counselling, psychotherapy, couples therapy and family work. We see adults and children.

Hannah Stocks
Counsellor, BACP
Verified
Verified
For me and my practice, it is really important to understand and acknowledge the complexity of every individuals experience. I endeavour to do this by holding an open mind and creating a safe boundaried space in which we can both get to know you better. I encorporate a range of theories and skills in order to best facilitate your individual process and needs. Within my practice I work with a range of issues such as anxiety & depression, sexual
abuse
, trauma, sexuality exploration, gender, anger, loss, illness and body image. I am currently working online.

Alison Edwards
Counsellor, MSc, MBACP
Verified
Verified
I offer one-to-one therapy to support you to find ways to make changes in your life that will help you to feel better and improve your confidence and sense of wellbeing. I have experience of working with a wide range of issues which include, depression/sadness, anxiety, stress, anger, loneliness, social rejection, low self-esteem, lack of motivation, bereavement/loss,
abuse
, parenting concerns, and difficulties related to alcohol, drugs and food. I draw on my counselling and psychological training to tailor sessions to best suit individual need.

Sarah Brown
Psychotherapist, MA, MBACP Accred
Verified
Verified
Sometimes life can feel a huge strain and our normal ways of coping can feel inadequate. Old issues and feelings can surface and feel like they are taking over. When this happens it may be time to root out the problem so the present situation becomes more bearable. EMDR can help do that. In an initial session we can discuss your problems and find out what will be most helpful for you. Past overwhelming experiences in your life ( e.g. bereavement, sexual assault, bullying, medical or health experiences, childhood
abuse
or neglect, transport accidents) may be intruding in a way that feels unmanageable. If so, EMDR can help.

Paul Goodall
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified
Verified
I have experience of working with neurodiversity and people with ADHD and autism, depression, anxiety, childhood
abuse
, trauma, anger, drug and alcohol use and other addictions.
Every person has their own unique story. What happens in our lives as our story unfolds shapes who we are, how we see and experience the world, how we feel about it and where we fit within it. Counselling can help you discover more about who you are, learn about your relationships, understand past events and how you developed, help you have deeper understanding of yourself and learn new ways to live your life. Counselling can help you change from feeling that your story is being written for you and learn how to start writing it for yourself. I currently have availability to take new clients.
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Sharon Cunliffe
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBACP
Verified
Verified
In addition, I have a wide range of experience with issues such as anxiety, anger management, low self-esteem/confidence,
abuse
and early life difficulties.
People seek counselling for a variety of different personal reasons and difficulties. Whatever is going on for you right now, I provide a confidential and calm environment, to help you to develop a deeper understanding of yourself and your issues. I believe each client knows themselves best, therefore we will work together in a collaborative manner. I will help you to identify therapeutic goals and strategies of how you can achieve them, enabling you to feel more empowered to cope with the challenges that life throws at you, rather than feeling overwhelmed or held back by them.

Monika Madej-Torentz
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified
Verified
Specialising in ADHD, relationship, trauma and
domestic
abuse
. With background in Person Centred counselling I specialise in working with ADHD client, being ADHD my self. Each and every person is different so do they experience and needs in counselling. A part of self awareness, acceptance and embracing possibilities of ADHD I'm making use of simple techniques from life coaching, NLP and DBT to manage stumbling blocks of the condition. I'm working with teenagers, adults, couples and family. I have training and experience working with trauma,
domestic
abuse
, relationship, anxiety and depression.

Claire Elmes
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Verified
Verified
Welcome! I offer a wide range of services & would love to help you. I can work with adults, children & groups of professionals. I can help if you are feeling sad, anxious, have low self esteem, you might be struggling with lifestyle, sleep, routine & creating habits that stick and want some changes. Quite often these things stem from past experience, you might have suffered trauma such as bullying,
abuse
, parental separation. I am also helping companies and HR managers with creating well-being support & positive changes returning to the 'hybrid' way of working following COVID 19. I also offer Supervision to other practitioners.

Fran Roberts
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Verified
Verified
I specialise in many areas including anxiety, depression, identity issues, relationships, self-esteem, well-being, self-harm and general counselling.

Aurelia De Rocha
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified
Verified
If you've got problems, I can help.. As a therapist I am happiest when I am genuinely able to make a difference to someone and help them feel better. I have had a great deal of experience of working with many different people, each one of them with their own unique story, and their own way of seeing the world, each one of them also with the problems that sometimes arise for all of us as human beings trying to live the best we can. Maybe you feel anxious and don't know why? Perhaps you've had things happen that are still affecting you?

Pierre Corcoran
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, BACP
Verified
Verified
Are you battling anxiety and depression? Are you tired of living under restriction? Are you worn-out and think it must always be like this? It doesn't have to be!

Julian Moorman
Psychotherapist, MSc, ACP
Verified
Verified
I have substantial experience working with children and young people of all ages and their parents. I am licenced to work with young people up to the age of 25. I am able to work with young people presenting with a wide range of difficulties, including anxiety, depression, peer relationship difficulties, school issues, behavioural difficulties, anger outbursts, emotional regulation issues, low self-esteem, trauma, bereavement, separation anxiety, eating disorders, and gender identity issues, amongst others.

Selene Rull-Usano
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified
Verified
Hello I’m Selene. I have 20 years of experience as a counsellor. I am a warm and open-minded person with a good sense of humour. I offer a welcoming and confidential space where we can together create an empowering therapeutic relationship. I believe you are an expert in your own life and my role is to support and challenge you reconnecting with yourself and your strengths. Counselling is an opportunity to give yourself the time and space to imagine who you want to be. Sometimes fear and shame make us stuck and disconnected from others and not able to ask for what we want. Therapy can help you free yourself and open connection.

Teresa Finlay
Psychotherapist, MUKCP
Verified
Verified
I am a fully qualified psychotherapist and clinical supervisor with over 15 years experience of working with a broad range of clients including those experiencing low mood, depression, anxiety, low self-esteem and emotional instability. I have a particular interest in attachment and relational trauma and the way this impacts how we understand our own thoughts, feelings and experiences as well as our capacity to form relationships with others (partners, friends, children, colleagues).
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Domestic Abuse Counsellors
What are the most effective ways to recover from domestic abuse?
Leaving an abusive relationship requires tremendous courage, so survivors in treatment should recognise that they have already completed the most important step. Still, the trauma of physical or emotional abuse can be difficult to process and overcome. Therapy can help survivors process trauma, grief, and difficult emotions, treat relevant mental health symptoms, and create a new framework for boundaries and relationships in the future. For some, support groups can also be an invaluable outlet for healing.
When should an individual seek help for domestic abuse?
Victims of intimate partner violence should seek help immediately. It can take substantial time, planning, energy, and courage to leave an abusive relationship, but starting the process—by seeking therapy, calling the domestic violence hotline, or simply confiding in a loved one—will help them get there. Those who have left abusive relationships but haven’t sought treatment can also greatly benefit from therapy to process and heal from the experience.
What are the consequences of staying in an abusive relationship?
Remaining in an abusive relationship has serious repercussions. In addition to the ongoing threat of physical danger and emotional abuse, research shows that intimate partner violence is associated with a range of mental health disorders including depression, post-traumatic stress disorder, anxiety, and substance abuse. Therefore it’s important for individuals in an abusive relationship to seek help as soon as possible.
How can you get domestic abuse treatment for someone else?
It can be very complicated to identify and leave an abusive relationship; barriers include the threat of violence, financial instability, and family pressures. Those concerned about a loved one in an abusive relationship should talk to them about the situation, provide them with resources such as the domestic violence hotline, and introduce the idea of seeing a therapist due to their concern for the person’s safety and well-being.