Transpersonal Counselling in Hove

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Louise Dale
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, MBACP
Hove BN3
I am a humanistic psychotherapeutic counsellor with NHS experience. I offer a warm, safe and confidential space in which you can explore what feels most important to you and whatever might be troubling you. I work with clients experiencing mental health difficulties, relationship problems, issues related to identity (sexuality, gender, neurodiversity and disability) and with clients who are experiencing (or have experienced) abuse, neglect, bullying and bereavement. I have experience of working with clients who are experiencing suicidal thoughts and/or have previously attempted suicide.
I am a humanistic psychotherapeutic counsellor with NHS experience. I offer a warm, safe and confidential space in which you can explore what feels most important to you and whatever might be troubling you. I work with clients experiencing mental health difficulties, relationship problems, issues related to identity (sexuality, gender, neurodiversity and disability) and with clients who are experiencing (or have experienced) abuse, neglect, bullying and bereavement. I have experience of working with clients who are experiencing suicidal thoughts and/or have previously attempted suicide.
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Liz Lilley
Psychotherapist, MBACP
2 Endorsed
Hove BN3
If you want to make meaningful change in your life, I offer a space to discover what that looks like and support you to make those changes. This may involve reflection of the past, encountering and processing emotions, finding new insights about how and why you feel like you do and working with conflicts in your life. If trauma, anxiety, depression, grief or you feel lost or lack purpose in the world are part of your story. I can offer you an honest, truthful and welcoming space to meet you at depth and with all your life experience to support you to move towards awareness, acceptance and to take action to make positive change.
If you want to make meaningful change in your life, I offer a space to discover what that looks like and support you to make those changes. This may involve reflection of the past, encountering and processing emotions, finding new insights about how and why you feel like you do and working with conflicts in your life. If trauma, anxiety, depression, grief or you feel lost or lack purpose in the world are part of your story. I can offer you an honest, truthful and welcoming space to meet you at depth and with all your life experience to support you to move towards awareness, acceptance and to take action to make positive change.
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Selwyn Warren
Counsellor, BACP
Hove BN3
You may feel stuck in repeating cycles—around addiction, relationships, or intimacy—even though you understand your patterns and genuinely want things to change. Shame, attachment wounds, or codependency often sit underneath, leaving you longing for connection, self-acceptance, and a sense of freedom. Many of the people I work with feel tired of looking outside themselves for answers and are ready to begin a more grounded, authentic kind of healing. Most people come to therapy feeling unsure or ambivalent — often that’s exactly where meaningful change begins....
You may feel stuck in repeating cycles—around addiction, relationships, or intimacy—even though you understand your patterns and genuinely want things to change. Shame, attachment wounds, or codependency often sit underneath, leaving you longing for connection, self-acceptance, and a sense of freedom. Many of the people I work with feel tired of looking outside themselves for answers and are ready to begin a more grounded, authentic kind of healing. Most people come to therapy feeling unsure or ambivalent — often that’s exactly where meaningful change begins....
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Ro Brown
Counsellor, MBACP
Online Only
My work is integrative and depth-oriented, drawing from psychodynamic, humanistic, and transpersonal approaches.
Hi! I’m Ro (they/them). You might be navigating jealousy, attachment anxiety, communication breakdown, or feeling stuck in relational patterns that keep repeating. Perhaps you're exploring ethical non-monogamy (ENM), polyamory, or questioning monogamy, and want relationships that feel honest and sustainable. You may feel disconnected from yourself, carrying old relational wounds, struggling with emotional regulation, or unsure how past experiences are shaping intimacy now. You’re looking for space to slow down, untangle what’s happening, and build more secure, intentional ways of relating.
My work is integrative and depth-oriented, drawing from psychodynamic, humanistic, and transpersonal approaches.
Hi! I’m Ro (they/them). You might be navigating jealousy, attachment anxiety, communication breakdown, or feeling stuck in relational patterns that keep repeating. Perhaps you're exploring ethical non-monogamy (ENM), polyamory, or questioning monogamy, and want relationships that feel honest and sustainable. You may feel disconnected from yourself, carrying old relational wounds, struggling with emotional regulation, or unsure how past experiences are shaping intimacy now. You’re looking for space to slow down, untangle what’s happening, and build more secure, intentional ways of relating.
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Christian Bayley
Psychotherapist, MA, MUKCP
Hove BN3
My therapeutic approach is best described as ‘Integrative’ which means that I bring together different schools of thought such as Psychodynamic, Gestalt, Humanistic, Existential and the Transpersonal.
We will work collaboratively to create a space in which you can feel safe and secure to better reflect upon your life experiences in depth.Every one of us comes with a ‘story’ attached to our past which is influenced by our early experiences, and which forms our central core beliefs as adults.
My therapeutic approach is best described as ‘Integrative’ which means that I bring together different schools of thought such as Psychodynamic, Gestalt, Humanistic, Existential and the Transpersonal.
We will work collaboratively to create a space in which you can feel safe and secure to better reflect upon your life experiences in depth.Every one of us comes with a ‘story’ attached to our past which is influenced by our early experiences, and which forms our central core beliefs as adults.
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Tanya Levene
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, MBACP
Hove BN3
I have attended many courses including Mindfulness, Bodywork, Trans 101 & Gender & Sexuality in the Transpersonal.
Hi I'm Tanya (they/them). I am an experienced integrative Counsellor, Therapist & Supervisor. I work interactively, spiritually & creatively with adults, young people, couples & groups. I'm a warm, open minded person with a good sense of humour. I offer a confidential, respectful, safe space to create an empowering therapeutic relationship where you can explore, question, challenge & break free from self-imposed constraints & beliefs such as fear, lack of self-confidence & anxiety to find the authentic you. I offer short or long term therapy and sessions are 50mins either face 2 face, telephone or online.
I have attended many courses including Mindfulness, Bodywork, Trans 101 & Gender & Sexuality in the Transpersonal.
Hi I'm Tanya (they/them). I am an experienced integrative Counsellor, Therapist & Supervisor. I work interactively, spiritually & creatively with adults, young people, couples & groups. I'm a warm, open minded person with a good sense of humour. I offer a confidential, respectful, safe space to create an empowering therapeutic relationship where you can explore, question, challenge & break free from self-imposed constraints & beliefs such as fear, lack of self-confidence & anxiety to find the authentic you. I offer short or long term therapy and sessions are 50mins either face 2 face, telephone or online.
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Joaquim Albuquerque _ Joshua
Counsellor, MBACP
Hove BN3
Counselling is safe environment where you can offload and talk about whatever is going on for you. Life presents with many challenges and can feel overwhelming and very painful at times. It takes willingness and courage to ask for help, to open up to someone else and truly express your worries, thoughts and feelings. Therapy can be a deep journey of healing and change. We will work together towards your goals , with respect and understanding.
Counselling is safe environment where you can offload and talk about whatever is going on for you. Life presents with many challenges and can feel overwhelming and very painful at times. It takes willingness and courage to ask for help, to open up to someone else and truly express your worries, thoughts and feelings. Therapy can be a deep journey of healing and change. We will work together towards your goals , with respect and understanding.
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Arran Agyeman-Ellis
Counsellor, MBACP
Hove BN3
I am a Humanistic Integrative Counsellor and Holistic Life Coach. I work with adults who feel stuck, overwhelmed, or unsure how to move forward. You might be experiencing anxiety, low mood, stress, anger, or difficulties in your relationships, or struggling with confidence, self-esteem, or negative beliefs about yourself. You may feel like you’re going through the motions, facing a situation that has lasted a long time, or know something needs to change but aren’t sure how. You might also be faced with a decision, a dilemma, or a situation where you’re unsure how to approach things.
I am a Humanistic Integrative Counsellor and Holistic Life Coach. I work with adults who feel stuck, overwhelmed, or unsure how to move forward. You might be experiencing anxiety, low mood, stress, anger, or difficulties in your relationships, or struggling with confidence, self-esteem, or negative beliefs about yourself. You may feel like you’re going through the motions, facing a situation that has lasted a long time, or know something needs to change but aren’t sure how. You might also be faced with a decision, a dilemma, or a situation where you’re unsure how to approach things.
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Clara Zapata
Counsellor, BACP
Hove BN3
Hello My name is Clara and I am a humanistic counsellor I offer therapy face to face and online. In English & Spanish. Life as we know can be full of challenges. Sometimes things feel somewhat too difficult to just keep carrying on, at these times when carrying on, at these times when depression, fears, anxiety, lack of meaning and motivation are too big and overwhelming, therapy can feel like a sanctuary. A safe place to start making sense of it all, to feel supported, seen, heard and understood. The therapeutic relationship is such a powerful and healing gift to ourselves
Hello My name is Clara and I am a humanistic counsellor I offer therapy face to face and online. In English & Spanish. Life as we know can be full of challenges. Sometimes things feel somewhat too difficult to just keep carrying on, at these times when carrying on, at these times when depression, fears, anxiety, lack of meaning and motivation are too big and overwhelming, therapy can feel like a sanctuary. A safe place to start making sense of it all, to feel supported, seen, heard and understood. The therapeutic relationship is such a powerful and healing gift to ourselves
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Brian Farrell
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, MBACP
Hove BN3
My person-centred modality carries the core belief that we are all born innately good. Things happen to us along our journey in life. Learnt behaviour and experiences shape our thoughts and feelings in our development. We can repeat our reactions to circumstances when they occur in adulthood. We can become unconscious of our behaviours because of the busy lives we lead. It's as if our experiences stick to us like "papier mache' " in the developmental years, forming a different self. This can be an uncomfortable and unwelcome reality that we want to change in adulthood or when it becomes painful, but we often do not know how to.
My person-centred modality carries the core belief that we are all born innately good. Things happen to us along our journey in life. Learnt behaviour and experiences shape our thoughts and feelings in our development. We can repeat our reactions to circumstances when they occur in adulthood. We can become unconscious of our behaviours because of the busy lives we lead. It's as if our experiences stick to us like "papier mache' " in the developmental years, forming a different self. This can be an uncomfortable and unwelcome reality that we want to change in adulthood or when it becomes painful, but we often do not know how to.
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Isabel Monteiro
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBACP
Hove BN3
Mob: 07557 358139. English, Portuguese and Spanish. I work with adults and young people from various nationalities and cultures presenting a wide range of wellbeing issues. Sessions face-to-face, online video and telephone. Living and working in the UK for over 32 years. Grounded in the humanistic approach which focus on the human potential for creativity, love, growth, fulfilmentent and wellgeing, I'm committed to helping each of my clients to make sense of their circumstances, identifying choices for change and supporting them during the process of change; or simply supporting them on their self-development journey.
Mob: 07557 358139. English, Portuguese and Spanish. I work with adults and young people from various nationalities and cultures presenting a wide range of wellbeing issues. Sessions face-to-face, online video and telephone. Living and working in the UK for over 32 years. Grounded in the humanistic approach which focus on the human potential for creativity, love, growth, fulfilmentent and wellgeing, I'm committed to helping each of my clients to make sense of their circumstances, identifying choices for change and supporting them during the process of change; or simply supporting them on their self-development journey.
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Eloise Minton
Psychotherapist, COSRT Reg.
3 Endorsed
Hove BN3
Difficulties with sex, intimacy or relationships can be confusing, frustrating, or isolating, and it’s not always easy to talk about them. You may be struggling with desire, performance, pleasure, or confidence, or noticing how anxiety, shame, body image, or past experiences are impacting your relationship with sex. Some common issues I work with are low or mismatched desire, sexual pain (including vaginismus), orgasmic difficulties, erectile or ejaculation concerns, and many more. I also support those navigating communication challenges, attachment patterns, and major life transitions such as IVF and postpartum changes.
Difficulties with sex, intimacy or relationships can be confusing, frustrating, or isolating, and it’s not always easy to talk about them. You may be struggling with desire, performance, pleasure, or confidence, or noticing how anxiety, shame, body image, or past experiences are impacting your relationship with sex. Some common issues I work with are low or mismatched desire, sexual pain (including vaginismus), orgasmic difficulties, erectile or ejaculation concerns, and many more. I also support those navigating communication challenges, attachment patterns, and major life transitions such as IVF and postpartum changes.
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Cressida Ellis
Psychotherapist, MBACP Accred
Hove BN3
As an integrative psychotherapist (BACP accredited) and EMDR therapist, I draw on a combination of different approaches, so that the therapy is tailored to each client's individual needs. Clearly professional qualifications & experience are important, but I also place great value on the healing nature of the relationship between client and therapist. Therapy is a collaborative process & I believe that building trust, feeling understood & in charge of decision & choice making within the process are all key aspects of the counselling journey for clients. For more info please visit my website www.cjecounsellingandtherapy.com
As an integrative psychotherapist (BACP accredited) and EMDR therapist, I draw on a combination of different approaches, so that the therapy is tailored to each client's individual needs. Clearly professional qualifications & experience are important, but I also place great value on the healing nature of the relationship between client and therapist. Therapy is a collaborative process & I believe that building trust, feeling understood & in charge of decision & choice making within the process are all key aspects of the counselling journey for clients. For more info please visit my website www.cjecounsellingandtherapy.com
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Paul Weeden
Counsellor, MA, MBACP
Hove BN3
My ideal clients are executives, senior professionals and high achievers who have become so focused on performing well for others that they've lost touch with what they need for themselves. They are often intelligent, self-aware and highly capable — yet find themselves stuck, depleted or quietly anxious in ways they can't easily explain to the people around them. They may be managing teams, navigating high-stakes decisions, or sustaining a demanding lifestyle — while privately wondering how long they can keep going at this pace. The drive that once made them effective has quietly eroded the things that sustain them: relationships, i
My ideal clients are executives, senior professionals and high achievers who have become so focused on performing well for others that they've lost touch with what they need for themselves. They are often intelligent, self-aware and highly capable — yet find themselves stuck, depleted or quietly anxious in ways they can't easily explain to the people around them. They may be managing teams, navigating high-stakes decisions, or sustaining a demanding lifestyle — while privately wondering how long they can keep going at this pace. The drive that once made them effective has quietly eroded the things that sustain them: relationships, i
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Leslie Laine
Verified Verified
Hove BN3
I work to enable a person to be their natural self, to discover more and more how life wants them to be, even though life may have been full of difficult circumstances which have left their mark, and sometimes even destroying a person’s ability to live effectively and in harmony with themselves.
I work to enable a person to be their natural self, to discover more and more how life wants them to be, even though life may have been full of difficult circumstances which have left their mark, and sometimes even destroying a person’s ability to live effectively and in harmony with themselves.
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Jo Woods
Psychotherapist, MBACP Accred
Hove BN3
You might be in the middle of a crisis, feeling stressed, overwhelmed or disconnected, or maybe you want to come to terms with something that happened long ago. Or possibly you are feeling stuck in a cycle of difficult feelings, thoughts and behaviours, struggling with a significant relationship, or feeling unable to find meaning, peace or happiness in life. I will be alongside you as you explore and make sense of your thoughts, feelings and experiences in any area of you life. You would be free to choose how you use your therapy sessions, and I aim to bring compassion, acceptance, attentiveness and honesty in our work together.
You might be in the middle of a crisis, feeling stressed, overwhelmed or disconnected, or maybe you want to come to terms with something that happened long ago. Or possibly you are feeling stuck in a cycle of difficult feelings, thoughts and behaviours, struggling with a significant relationship, or feeling unable to find meaning, peace or happiness in life. I will be alongside you as you explore and make sense of your thoughts, feelings and experiences in any area of you life. You would be free to choose how you use your therapy sessions, and I aim to bring compassion, acceptance, attentiveness and honesty in our work together.
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Steven JD Molyneux
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBACP Accred
1 Endorsed
Hove BN3
I am a fully qualified Counsellor & Psychotherapist (MSc, B.A. (Hons), P.G. Dip.) offering private individual & couples therapy in Purley, South London. An Integrative Practitioner - simply put this means I am trained to deliver more than one type of therapy model - I specialise in both brief, solution-focused therapy as well as longer-term, in-depth treatment contracts. Having worked for 20+ years leading NHS, Hospice, Mental Health and Substance Misuse Clinical Services, as well as in Private Practice, I have extensive experience in working with a wide variety of individuals and diverse presenting issues.
I am a fully qualified Counsellor & Psychotherapist (MSc, B.A. (Hons), P.G. Dip.) offering private individual & couples therapy in Purley, South London. An Integrative Practitioner - simply put this means I am trained to deliver more than one type of therapy model - I specialise in both brief, solution-focused therapy as well as longer-term, in-depth treatment contracts. Having worked for 20+ years leading NHS, Hospice, Mental Health and Substance Misuse Clinical Services, as well as in Private Practice, I have extensive experience in working with a wide variety of individuals and diverse presenting issues.
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Rhian Davies-De Souza
Psychotherapist, MA, HCPC-Art Therap.
Hove BN3
Many of my clients come to therapy feeling overwhelmed, disconnected, or weighed down by things they can’t easily put into words—grief, anxiety, trauma, PTSD, birth trauma, identity questions, or unshakeable deep tiredness. They want to feel more at ease in themselves, more connected, and less alone. I offer a warm, trauma-informed space where we move at your pace. Whether you're neurodivergent, LGBTQ+, a parent, navigating childhood wounds, or have a child who is struggling—I'll meet you with care, curiosity, and respect. You don’t need to have the ‘right words’ to begin. Together, we’ll explore what’s happening
Many of my clients come to therapy feeling overwhelmed, disconnected, or weighed down by things they can’t easily put into words—grief, anxiety, trauma, PTSD, birth trauma, identity questions, or unshakeable deep tiredness. They want to feel more at ease in themselves, more connected, and less alone. I offer a warm, trauma-informed space where we move at your pace. Whether you're neurodivergent, LGBTQ+, a parent, navigating childhood wounds, or have a child who is struggling—I'll meet you with care, curiosity, and respect. You don’t need to have the ‘right words’ to begin. Together, we’ll explore what’s happening
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Helen James
Psychotherapist, MA, MUKCP
1 Endorsed
Hove BN3
Psychotherapy is a very effective means of addressing a multitude of emotional and mental health concerns. At my practice, I provide attachment-focused therapy that emphasises the development of interpersonal relationships and connections with others. With my support, you'll be able to explore your emotions and experiences in a safe and collaborative setting.
Psychotherapy is a very effective means of addressing a multitude of emotional and mental health concerns. At my practice, I provide attachment-focused therapy that emphasises the development of interpersonal relationships and connections with others. With my support, you'll be able to explore your emotions and experiences in a safe and collaborative setting.
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With over eight years of running my own private practice, I offer a warm, supportive and direct approach where you can explore what’s holding you back and begin to reconnect with your own strength. People who work with me often describe feeling more grounded, secure and more compassionate towards themselves. Clients also tend to gain new perspectives that help them move forward with clarity. My aim is to create a space where you can comfortably share what you are struggling with and where you feel genuinely supported, understood and begin to make changes that feel empowering and sustainable.
With over eight years of running my own private practice, I offer a warm, supportive and direct approach where you can explore what’s holding you back and begin to reconnect with your own strength. People who work with me often describe feeling more grounded, secure and more compassionate towards themselves. Clients also tend to gain new perspectives that help them move forward with clarity. My aim is to create a space where you can comfortably share what you are struggling with and where you feel genuinely supported, understood and begin to make changes that feel empowering and sustainable.
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Transpersonal Counsellors
How does transpersonal therapy work?
Transpersonal therapy focuses on a patient’s spirituality and meaning in life. Transpersonal therapists might borrow from Eastern traditions as well as Western psychology. They may incorporate techniques including meditation, visualisation, hypnotherapy, dream analysis, and or breathwork to produce altered states of consciousness. The therapist helps the patient to access their consciousness and spirituality to work through difficult mental states.

How long does transpersonal therapy last?
Because the goal is to understand a person as a whole, including their spirituality, treatment can range from months to a year or beyond. While patients learn the philosophy behind transpersonal therapy during treatment, they can also practice its principles throughout life after therapy sessions have ended.

Is transpersonal therapy effective?
Patients have found success with transpersonal therapy; this method is useful in improving anxiety, depression, self-esteem, identity, fears, relationship problems, and other concerns. Improvements in problem areas can continue even after transpersonal therapy ends, as individuals can utilise the tools they’ve learned during treatment sessions.

What are the limitations of transpersonal therapy?
There is some research on the effectiveness of transpersonal therapy, but empirical support for this therapy approach is sparse. It does not have the robust evidence base of other forms of therapy, such as cognitive behavioural therapy or acceptance and commitment therapy.