Acceptance and Commitment (ACT) Counselling in Portslade
ACT therapy with me focuses on helping you to better understand your experiences and move towards a meaningful life, even when difficult thoughts and feelings are present.
Hi, I’m Anni and I'm a qualified counsellor offering a warm, thoughtful and professional space where your individual needs are placed at the centre of our work. We will explore your experiences with care and understanding, and gently build skills to help you respond to difficult thoughts and emotions with greater steadiness and clarity. Together, we will focus on supporting you to move towards a life that feels meaningful and aligned. Above all, I aim to offer a space that feels safe, genuine, and supportive, where you can begin to make sense of your experiences and find your way forward with confidence.
ACT therapy with me focuses on helping you to better understand your experiences and move towards a meaningful life, even when difficult thoughts and feelings are present.
Hi, I’m Anni and I'm a qualified counsellor offering a warm, thoughtful and professional space where your individual needs are placed at the centre of our work. We will explore your experiences with care and understanding, and gently build skills to help you respond to difficult thoughts and emotions with greater steadiness and clarity. Together, we will focus on supporting you to move towards a life that feels meaningful and aligned. Above all, I aim to offer a space that feels safe, genuine, and supportive, where you can begin to make sense of your experiences and find your way forward with confidence.
I am an experienced Clinical Psychologist and I draw on a broad range of models in my therapeutic work including Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Mindfulness, CBT, Compassion Focussed Therapy, Narrative Therapy, Psychodynamic psychotherapy, attachment-based therapies and more holistic approaches that look at how to support the nervous system.
My main focus is always on creating a safe therapeutic relationship where we can think creatively together about the difficulties you might be facing. I particularly enjoy working with neurodivergent young people and adults, exploring together how they experience the world. I work predominantly from a trauma-informed perspective and a lot of my work with neurodivergent families focusses on the parent-child relationship.
I am an experienced Clinical Psychologist and I draw on a broad range of models in my therapeutic work including Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Mindfulness, CBT, Compassion Focussed Therapy, Narrative Therapy, Psychodynamic psychotherapy, attachment-based therapies and more holistic approaches that look at how to support the nervous system.
My main focus is always on creating a safe therapeutic relationship where we can think creatively together about the difficulties you might be facing. I particularly enjoy working with neurodivergent young people and adults, exploring together how they experience the world. I work predominantly from a trauma-informed perspective and a lot of my work with neurodivergent families focusses on the parent-child relationship.
No matter what brings you to therapy, your experience matters. You may notice patterns repeating, intense emotions that don’t let up, or physical sensations that leave you on edge without a clear reason. Our brains and bodies often react long before we understand why, and therapy can help you make sense of these responses rather than feeling ruled by them.
No matter what brings you to therapy, your experience matters. You may notice patterns repeating, intense emotions that don’t let up, or physical sensations that leave you on edge without a clear reason. Our brains and bodies often react long before we understand why, and therapy can help you make sense of these responses rather than feeling ruled by them.
I can help you with whatever is distressing you in your life whether it be anxiety fuelled by the current circumstances or something longer standing. have worked with hundreds of clients on a wide range of issues, and I am also experienced in the field of eating disorders. Contact me for a free online assessment, share what is troubling you and identify what you want to change. I can work short term for around six sessions, or longer term if required. I offer face to face counselling in my or online, and I specialise in working with performers, actors, musicials and dancers having previously run the college counselling service .
I can help you with whatever is distressing you in your life whether it be anxiety fuelled by the current circumstances or something longer standing. have worked with hundreds of clients on a wide range of issues, and I am also experienced in the field of eating disorders. Contact me for a free online assessment, share what is troubling you and identify what you want to change. I can work short term for around six sessions, or longer term if required. I offer face to face counselling in my or online, and I specialise in working with performers, actors, musicials and dancers having previously run the college counselling service .
You can trust that I will always act in your best interest, respect your autonomy, and that I will maintain the confidentiality of our work together.
Hi, I’m Tim and I can help if you struggle with addictions, relationship issues, anxiety, depression or ADHD. My approach is rooted in the understanding that you have the capacity to change and that therapy is an important part of this process. I offer an empathic, authentic and non-judgemental space that focuses on you achieving your therapy goals.
You can trust that I will always act in your best interest, respect your autonomy, and that I will maintain the confidentiality of our work together.
Hi, I’m Tim and I can help if you struggle with addictions, relationship issues, anxiety, depression or ADHD. My approach is rooted in the understanding that you have the capacity to change and that therapy is an important part of this process. I offer an empathic, authentic and non-judgemental space that focuses on you achieving your therapy goals.
Working with me would mean being able to speak freely in a safe, non-judgemental environment. Sometimes it's difficult to speak to friends or family so talking therapy could be the right choice for you. I offer you an empathetic and respectful space.
My work with you would be based on developing a therapeutic, supportive and healthy relationship, giving you the opportunity to explore your issues, find inner strength and confidence, reach your goals and find ways to experience a much more satisfying, healthier and meaningful life in the future.
Working with me would mean being able to speak freely in a safe, non-judgemental environment. Sometimes it's difficult to speak to friends or family so talking therapy could be the right choice for you. I offer you an empathetic and respectful space.
My work with you would be based on developing a therapeutic, supportive and healthy relationship, giving you the opportunity to explore your issues, find inner strength and confidence, reach your goals and find ways to experience a much more satisfying, healthier and meaningful life in the future.
The Therapy Clinic is a psychotherapy and counselling service in Brighton and Hove, founded to provide accessible, affordable, high quality services to those that need it in the community. We offer a range of approaches and affordabilities, and have a social enterprise ethos at heart. Whether you are feeling depressed, anxious, having issues in your relationship, or whether you are living with complex mental health needs, our team of clinicians, or our wider therapeutic network, can help. We offer individual, couple, and family counselling.
The Therapy Clinic is a psychotherapy and counselling service in Brighton and Hove, founded to provide accessible, affordable, high quality services to those that need it in the community. We offer a range of approaches and affordabilities, and have a social enterprise ethos at heart. Whether you are feeling depressed, anxious, having issues in your relationship, or whether you are living with complex mental health needs, our team of clinicians, or our wider therapeutic network, can help. We offer individual, couple, and family counselling.
My approach integrates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Hypnotherapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy ( ACT), Mindfulness practice, and Compassion-focused techniques.
Struggling with stress, anxiety, or unhelpful habits? Let's work together to find clarity and calm.
I'm Chris, a Brighton-based Integrated Therapist offering evidence-based, jargon-free support for individuals facing challenges like stress, anxiety, sleep disturbances, and motivation issues.
Whether you're feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or uncertain about the next steps, I'm here to help you navigate through.
My approach integrates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Hypnotherapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy ( ACT), Mindfulness practice, and Compassion-focused techniques.
Struggling with stress, anxiety, or unhelpful habits? Let's work together to find clarity and calm.
I'm Chris, a Brighton-based Integrated Therapist offering evidence-based, jargon-free support for individuals facing challenges like stress, anxiety, sleep disturbances, and motivation issues.
Whether you're feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or uncertain about the next steps, I'm here to help you navigate through.
I am Anna, a Chartered Clinical Psychologist, Clinical Supervisor and Consultant for the TV, Media and Radio. I have worked in the NHS in mental health services since 2014, specialising in supporting working age adults presenting with a range of difficulties. I am able to support both individuals and couples.
I specialise in supporting people from the LGBTQI+ community and creative professionals. As a person from the LGBTQI+ community, with a background of having grown up in the fashion world in Italy, I have an ability to create a non-judgmental space where safe exploration of different aspects of your identity is encouraged.
I am Anna, a Chartered Clinical Psychologist, Clinical Supervisor and Consultant for the TV, Media and Radio. I have worked in the NHS in mental health services since 2014, specialising in supporting working age adults presenting with a range of difficulties. I am able to support both individuals and couples.
I specialise in supporting people from the LGBTQI+ community and creative professionals. As a person from the LGBTQI+ community, with a background of having grown up in the fashion world in Italy, I have an ability to create a non-judgmental space where safe exploration of different aspects of your identity is encouraged.
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My main therapeutic approaches are cognitive – behavioural therapy (CBT) and acceptance and commitment therapy ( ACT), but I also draw upon other evidence-based therapies to inform and provide the most appropriate experience for you.
I'm a Clinical Psychologist based in Guildford, providing therapeutic services to young adults and adults aged 16 years and over. I qualified with a Doctorate in Clinical Psychology in 2003, and have over twenty years experience supporting and working with adults from a range of diverse backgrounds providing psychological intervention and guidance for a broad spectrum of mental health issues. During my career I have worked mainly in general adult mental health and in addition have specialised in helping people cope with the impact of chronic illness and long-term health conditions.
My main therapeutic approaches are cognitive – behavioural therapy (CBT) and acceptance and commitment therapy ( ACT), but I also draw upon other evidence-based therapies to inform and provide the most appropriate experience for you.
I'm a Clinical Psychologist based in Guildford, providing therapeutic services to young adults and adults aged 16 years and over. I qualified with a Doctorate in Clinical Psychology in 2003, and have over twenty years experience supporting and working with adults from a range of diverse backgrounds providing psychological intervention and guidance for a broad spectrum of mental health issues. During my career I have worked mainly in general adult mental health and in addition have specialised in helping people cope with the impact of chronic illness and long-term health conditions.
Registered counselling psychologist with over 10 years experience of working with people with a range of difficulties from mild to severe and enduring. As a counselling psychologist I draw upon a variety of evidence based models in order to support you in the most effective way. Trained in humanistic, psychodynamic, CBT , mindfulness and EMDR. This means I can deliver treatment that is specifically designed for your needs. Experienced across a variety of settings (young people’s services, charities such as Mind, NHS), I currently work in the NHS and run a private practice for adults and young people.
Registered counselling psychologist with over 10 years experience of working with people with a range of difficulties from mild to severe and enduring. As a counselling psychologist I draw upon a variety of evidence based models in order to support you in the most effective way. Trained in humanistic, psychodynamic, CBT , mindfulness and EMDR. This means I can deliver treatment that is specifically designed for your needs. Experienced across a variety of settings (young people’s services, charities such as Mind, NHS), I currently work in the NHS and run a private practice for adults and young people.
You may feel overwhelmed, stuck, or unsure of the way forward. Life’s pressures—work, family, and relationships—can leave you struggling with self-doubt, low confidence, or a sense of failure. You may sense something isn’t quite right but are unsure why you feel or think the way you do.
You may feel overwhelmed, stuck, or unsure of the way forward. Life’s pressures—work, family, and relationships—can leave you struggling with self-doubt, low confidence, or a sense of failure. You may sense something isn’t quite right but are unsure why you feel or think the way you do.
In addition to this, I also work with ACT ( Acceptance Commitment Therapy) which identifies your values, and if they aren't aligned in your life right now - how what thoughts or feelings that might be getting in the way.
Welcome to my page. I am a Registered BAP Person-Centred counsellor, offering long term or short term counselling to adults and young people from 10 years upwards. My commitment to clients is offering a confidential, non-judgmental therapeutic space exploring any difficulties or anxieties that are present - I work with a range of present issues such as anxiety, depression, grief and have experience in many settings such as bereavement/pre-bereavement, schools, and have a keen interest in Autism/ADHD, specifically women and girls.
In addition to this, I also work with ACT ( Acceptance Commitment Therapy) which identifies your values, and if they aren't aligned in your life right now - how what thoughts or feelings that might be getting in the way.
Welcome to my page. I am a Registered BAP Person-Centred counsellor, offering long term or short term counselling to adults and young people from 10 years upwards. My commitment to clients is offering a confidential, non-judgmental therapeutic space exploring any difficulties or anxieties that are present - I work with a range of present issues such as anxiety, depression, grief and have experience in many settings such as bereavement/pre-bereavement, schools, and have a keen interest in Autism/ADHD, specifically women and girls.
Hello, I’m David, a relationship therapist, clinical sexologist and psychotherapist.
You might be feeling stuck in patterns that are hard to shift — whether that’s in your relationships, sex life, or how you feel about yourself. I work with men, women and trans clients facing attachment and relational challenges, sexual anxiety, erectile or ejaculation difficulties, concerns around porn or sex use, kink, LGBTQ+ experiences, and chemsex.
For couples, we can work together on challenges such as infidelity, loss of intimacy, mismatched or low desire, communication difficulties, or navigating alternative relationship structures.
Hello, I’m David, a relationship therapist, clinical sexologist and psychotherapist.
You might be feeling stuck in patterns that are hard to shift — whether that’s in your relationships, sex life, or how you feel about yourself. I work with men, women and trans clients facing attachment and relational challenges, sexual anxiety, erectile or ejaculation difficulties, concerns around porn or sex use, kink, LGBTQ+ experiences, and chemsex.
For couples, we can work together on challenges such as infidelity, loss of intimacy, mismatched or low desire, communication difficulties, or navigating alternative relationship structures.
My approach is transdiagnotic and consists of using an integration of Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Hypnotherapy,& Acceptance and Commitment Therapy.
Hi I'm Ari, on-line & in-person Cognitive Behavioural Hypnotherapist. I work with clients suffering with burn-out & chronic stress from the work place, anxiety disorders, panic attacks, low self-worth, negative thoughts & behaviour such as withdrawal from others, mood swings, procrastination and impulsive behaviour. I am passionate about helping individuals create positive change in their life, & a huge advocate of the mind-body connection. I believe with the right theraputic alliance, individuals can champion their own mind-body connection, given the right tools & interventions to build long-lasting resilience and self-efficacy.
My approach is transdiagnotic and consists of using an integration of Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Hypnotherapy,& Acceptance and Commitment Therapy.
Hi I'm Ari, on-line & in-person Cognitive Behavioural Hypnotherapist. I work with clients suffering with burn-out & chronic stress from the work place, anxiety disorders, panic attacks, low self-worth, negative thoughts & behaviour such as withdrawal from others, mood swings, procrastination and impulsive behaviour. I am passionate about helping individuals create positive change in their life, & a huge advocate of the mind-body connection. I believe with the right theraputic alliance, individuals can champion their own mind-body connection, given the right tools & interventions to build long-lasting resilience and self-efficacy.
My ideal clients grapple with issues of identity, acceptance, and relationship dynamics.
I specialise in empathetic and informed counselling for Lesbian, Gay and Bisexual couples and individuals, focusing on identity exploration, relationship dynamics, and minority stress. My approach is rooted in understanding the complex emotions, trauma, and challenges of navigating a society that may not fully accept their identities.
My ideal clients grapple with issues of identity, acceptance, and relationship dynamics.
I specialise in empathetic and informed counselling for Lesbian, Gay and Bisexual couples and individuals, focusing on identity exploration, relationship dynamics, and minority stress. My approach is rooted in understanding the complex emotions, trauma, and challenges of navigating a society that may not fully accept their identities.
Jackson Psychology Services - Dr Danielle Jackson
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Online Only
I believe that the therapeutic relationship is an important factor in creating an environment that fosters change, hope, acceptance and understanding.
I have worked with people to help them manage a range of difficulties including depression, anxiety, OCD, panic and phobias as well as work-related stress, sleep problems, anger, low self-esteem, trauma, child sexual abuse, rape, relationship difficulties, Looked After Children and perinatal work including perinatal loss. In most cases, I have been able to help them move towards recovery and improve their quality of life. I also offer adult ADHD assessments.
I believe that the therapeutic relationship is an important factor in creating an environment that fosters change, hope, acceptance and understanding.
I have worked with people to help them manage a range of difficulties including depression, anxiety, OCD, panic and phobias as well as work-related stress, sleep problems, anger, low self-esteem, trauma, child sexual abuse, rape, relationship difficulties, Looked After Children and perinatal work including perinatal loss. In most cases, I have been able to help them move towards recovery and improve their quality of life. I also offer adult ADHD assessments.
I help people who struggle with anxiety, depression and a range of other issues using effective and meaningful techniques. I facilitate self-exploration and personal growth, and help to create lasting positive change and a deeper understanding of oneself.
I help people who struggle with anxiety, depression and a range of other issues using effective and meaningful techniques. I facilitate self-exploration and personal growth, and help to create lasting positive change and a deeper understanding of oneself.
Anxious?
Depressed?
Drinking too much?
Over using recreational drugs?
Relationships suffering?
I use a hypno-psychotherapeutic approach to help you safely & supportively recreate unwanted, feared scenarios, such as the above, before re-stepping into them but this time forewarned and forearmed.
I am Integratively trained so this means I have trained in many modalities so I can get you to where you really want to be not where you habitually return to as if it's an inevitability you can do nothing about.
You can & I'll show you how. Never mind the why it's about the how.
It's about what you want, NOT what you don't!
My door's open....
Anxious?
Depressed?
Drinking too much?
Over using recreational drugs?
Relationships suffering?
I use a hypno-psychotherapeutic approach to help you safely & supportively recreate unwanted, feared scenarios, such as the above, before re-stepping into them but this time forewarned and forearmed.
I am Integratively trained so this means I have trained in many modalities so I can get you to where you really want to be not where you habitually return to as if it's an inevitability you can do nothing about.
You can & I'll show you how. Never mind the why it's about the how.
It's about what you want, NOT what you don't!
My door's open....
Gemma Fisk
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
1 Endorsed
Horsham RH12
Waitlist for new clients
I am a Clinical Psychologist who specialises in supporting children and young people, and their families. I work with a range of presenting issues including anxiety, low mood, low self-esteem and behavioural difficulties.
I am a Clinical Psychologist who specialises in supporting children and young people, and their families. I work with a range of presenting issues including anxiety, low mood, low self-esteem and behavioural difficulties.
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Acceptance and Commitment (ACT) Counsellors
How does acceptance and commitment therapy work?
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy encourages a person to listen to their self-talk. A person’s inner dialog can be indicative of how they treat themselves. ACT also encourages self-compassion; this can lead to a better understanding of negative thought patterns and emotional states. This understanding can then lead the individual to needed behavior change.
What are the goals of acceptance and commitment therapy?
The goal of acceptance and commitment is to expand a person’s psychological flexibility, a trait that encourages an individual to live in the present moment and to accept all their thoughts, feelings, and emotions, even ones that are difficult such as sadness and anxiety. In ACT, this acceptance is congruent with the individual’s values and beliefs.
Does acceptance and commitment therapy work for depression?
Acceptance and commitment therapy is effective for depression because it allows the individual to view their discomfort and suffering differently. Depressive feelings about relationship heartaches, for example, are a part of life. A despondent person learns to let go of their struggles and instead view their painful thoughts and feelings with compassion. This will lead the individual toward positive change.
How long are people typically in acceptance and commitment therapy?
A typical acceptance and commitment therapy session is 50 minutes long with one session per week. Treatment for common problems such as anxiety, depression, or relationship difficulties can last between eight weeks to four months. However, more severe cases may require more than one session a week and/or a longer time frame for treatment.