Acceptance and Commitment (ACT) Counselling in Saint Leonards-on-sea
Hello. I'm Chris and I'm a UKCP-member psychotherapist working with individuals and groups in Hastings and St Leonards, East Sussex. I'm committed to helping you explore your experiences, challenges, and unique identity. I work with clients from all backgrounds and affirm cultural and identity diversity. I am practiced in helping clients with relationship, sex, and intimacy issues, as well as difficult childhood experiences. Maybe you are feeling generally low or anxious or feel that your life lacks focus, purpose, or meaning. Alongside you, I can help you make sense of your situation and reconnect with your authentic self.
Hello. I'm Chris and I'm a UKCP-member psychotherapist working with individuals and groups in Hastings and St Leonards, East Sussex. I'm committed to helping you explore your experiences, challenges, and unique identity. I work with clients from all backgrounds and affirm cultural and identity diversity. I am practiced in helping clients with relationship, sex, and intimacy issues, as well as difficult childhood experiences. Maybe you are feeling generally low or anxious or feel that your life lacks focus, purpose, or meaning. Alongside you, I can help you make sense of your situation and reconnect with your authentic self.
You may feel stuck in patterns that repeat in your relationships, intimacy, or emotional life, despite wanting change. I offer a warm, engaged space where we can explore what lies beneath these patterns and begin to shift them.
With over 20 years’ experience, I work with individuals and couples around fertility, psychosexual challenges, and relationship difficulties. My approach is integrative and active, supporting you to understand and shift these patterns in real time.
Over time, this work supports a deeper sense of clarity, connection, and lasting change. ng transformation. If this feels relevant for you, I offer a supportive
You may feel stuck in patterns that repeat in your relationships, intimacy, or emotional life, despite wanting change. I offer a warm, engaged space where we can explore what lies beneath these patterns and begin to shift them.
With over 20 years’ experience, I work with individuals and couples around fertility, psychosexual challenges, and relationship difficulties. My approach is integrative and active, supporting you to understand and shift these patterns in real time.
Over time, this work supports a deeper sense of clarity, connection, and lasting change. ng transformation. If this feels relevant for you, I offer a supportive
Alongside my humanistic foundation, I integrate elements of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy ( ACT), including the DNA-V model developed by Louise Hayes.
I am a qualified humanistic counsellor working with children (aged 7+), young people, and adults. I offer a safe, supportive, and confidential space where you can explore your thoughts and feelings at your own pace. I currently work within primary school settings and also see clients privately from my therapy room in Bexhill.
I have experience supporting both young people and adults with a wide range of difficulties, including grief, anxiety, stress, low mood and depression, trauma, self-harm, low self-esteem, and life transitions and more. Whether you are feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or simply in need of a space to reflect.
Alongside my humanistic foundation, I integrate elements of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy ( ACT), including the DNA-V model developed by Louise Hayes.
I am a qualified humanistic counsellor working with children (aged 7+), young people, and adults. I offer a safe, supportive, and confidential space where you can explore your thoughts and feelings at your own pace. I currently work within primary school settings and also see clients privately from my therapy room in Bexhill.
I have experience supporting both young people and adults with a wide range of difficulties, including grief, anxiety, stress, low mood and depression, trauma, self-harm, low self-esteem, and life transitions and more. Whether you are feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or simply in need of a space to reflect.
I am a Chartered Psychologist with the British Psychological Society and have a doctorate in Psychotherapeutic and Counselling Psychology from the University of Surrey. Prior to this qualification I was awarded a Bachelor of Science (First Class Honours) degree in Psychology with Clinical Psychology from the University of Kent. I have a wide range of experience working within a number of Community Mental Health Teams and Psychological Services Departments for the Kent and Medway NHS Foundation Trust. These roles involved working with a broad spectrum of psychological distress ranging from mild to severe and enduring.
I am a Chartered Psychologist with the British Psychological Society and have a doctorate in Psychotherapeutic and Counselling Psychology from the University of Surrey. Prior to this qualification I was awarded a Bachelor of Science (First Class Honours) degree in Psychology with Clinical Psychology from the University of Kent. I have a wide range of experience working within a number of Community Mental Health Teams and Psychological Services Departments for the Kent and Medway NHS Foundation Trust. These roles involved working with a broad spectrum of psychological distress ranging from mild to severe and enduring.
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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.
I am a specialist in addiction and trauma counselling
I am a specialist in addiction and trauma counselling
I offer integrative psychotherapy (IFS, ACT, REBT, CBT, etc.) for adults experiencing anxiety, trauma, relationship difficulties, addiction/compulsive behaviours & have particular experience working with neurodivergent and LGBTQIA+ clients.
The majority of my clients are neurodivergent and/or queer and want to explore what that means for them with someone who understands. Are you living with anxiety, emotional overwhelm, or the impact of past experiences that still affect how safe you feel in relationships? Maybe you struggle with self-esteem, overthinking, trauma responses, or patterns linked to neurodivergence such as burnout or masking? Some clients come questioning their identity, sexuality, or sense of self; others feel stuck using coping behaviours that no longer help. You don’t need a diagnosis, just the sense that something needs understanding.
I offer integrative psychotherapy (IFS, ACT, REBT, CBT, etc.) for adults experiencing anxiety, trauma, relationship difficulties, addiction/compulsive behaviours & have particular experience working with neurodivergent and LGBTQIA+ clients.
The majority of my clients are neurodivergent and/or queer and want to explore what that means for them with someone who understands. Are you living with anxiety, emotional overwhelm, or the impact of past experiences that still affect how safe you feel in relationships? Maybe you struggle with self-esteem, overthinking, trauma responses, or patterns linked to neurodivergence such as burnout or masking? Some clients come questioning their identity, sexuality, or sense of self; others feel stuck using coping behaviours that no longer help. You don’t need a diagnosis, just the sense that something needs understanding.
Lisa trained as a Psychosexual and Relationship Therapist with CICS in the UK. She is a GSRD (Gender, Sexual and Relationship Diversity) Therapist. Lisa integrates her expertise as a Yoga Therapist, Educator, and EMDR Trauma Therapist to support individuals, couples, and polycules in achieving greater emotional, mental, physical, and sexual well-being.
Pluralistic in her approach using a bio-psycho-social framework, while working somatically to help people feel safe in their bodies, gain a deeper understanding of their sexuality, explore how it fits within their relationships, and access pleasure.
Australian, sex-positive & Queer.
Lisa trained as a Psychosexual and Relationship Therapist with CICS in the UK. She is a GSRD (Gender, Sexual and Relationship Diversity) Therapist. Lisa integrates her expertise as a Yoga Therapist, Educator, and EMDR Trauma Therapist to support individuals, couples, and polycules in achieving greater emotional, mental, physical, and sexual well-being.
Pluralistic in her approach using a bio-psycho-social framework, while working somatically to help people feel safe in their bodies, gain a deeper understanding of their sexuality, explore how it fits within their relationships, and access pleasure.
Australian, sex-positive & Queer.
Often people find it hard to talk about their feelings at this time, when there are so many pressures arising from being told how you 'ought' to feel, act or behave.
I offer a unique perspective and understanding of the difficulties that can arise in relation to perinatal experiences (pregnancy, birth & beyond) . I can help with difficulties like anxiety & panic, PTSD, depression, postpartum psychosis, OCD, phobias and tokophobia - fear of pregnancy/birth - and trauma (earlier life or birth trauma) & pregnancy loss.
Often people find it hard to talk about their feelings at this time, when there are so many pressures arising from being told how you 'ought' to feel, act or behave.
I offer a unique perspective and understanding of the difficulties that can arise in relation to perinatal experiences (pregnancy, birth & beyond) . I can help with difficulties like anxiety & panic, PTSD, depression, postpartum psychosis, OCD, phobias and tokophobia - fear of pregnancy/birth - and trauma (earlier life or birth trauma) & pregnancy loss.
Hi my name is Christina, I am a qualified and accrediated psychotherapist. I offer a warm, collaborative space so that together, we can explore the issues you are experiencing and would like support with. My approach is compassionate, evidence-based, and tailored to your individual needs.
I work integratively with Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) and Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR) and these modalities can support you in understanding patterns, process past experiences, and build emotional resilience. I also use a range of other techniques, so that you have tools to support you in and outside of therapy.
Hi my name is Christina, I am a qualified and accrediated psychotherapist. I offer a warm, collaborative space so that together, we can explore the issues you are experiencing and would like support with. My approach is compassionate, evidence-based, and tailored to your individual needs.
I work integratively with Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) and Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR) and these modalities can support you in understanding patterns, process past experiences, and build emotional resilience. I also use a range of other techniques, so that you have tools to support you in and outside of therapy.
I take a collaborative approach to therapy, integrating elements of evidence-based therapeutic models such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy ( ACT) and Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT) amongst others, to ensure the therapy you receive is adapted to you, your needs and goals.
You may be struggling with anxiety, depression, painful memories, emotions, repeated unhelpful behaviours. Or perhaps, you struggle with your relationship with food and your body, perfectionism, or have gone through one of life’s most painful experiences of losing a baby (at any stage of pregnancy or after birth).
Whatever your concerns, therapy can be vital part on your healing journey. Reaching out may be difficult but I’m here to offer a safe, supportive space, however that may look for you. My hope in our work is to spend time understanding your story, your resilience and your goals, and work alongside you to reclaim your life.
I take a collaborative approach to therapy, integrating elements of evidence-based therapeutic models such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy ( ACT) and Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT) amongst others, to ensure the therapy you receive is adapted to you, your needs and goals.
You may be struggling with anxiety, depression, painful memories, emotions, repeated unhelpful behaviours. Or perhaps, you struggle with your relationship with food and your body, perfectionism, or have gone through one of life’s most painful experiences of losing a baby (at any stage of pregnancy or after birth).
Whatever your concerns, therapy can be vital part on your healing journey. Reaching out may be difficult but I’m here to offer a safe, supportive space, however that may look for you. My hope in our work is to spend time understanding your story, your resilience and your goals, and work alongside you to reclaim your life.
Are you experiencing anxiety or low mood in pregnancy, or perhaps struggling with your mental health post-natally? Perhaps you are struggling to conceive, finding that you don’t feel as you had hoped to in pregnancy or in the post-natal period, or you have experienced a traumatic birth or perinatal losses. I specialise in, and am passionate about, working with parents and parents-to-be through the perinatal period, which can be a transformative and challenging time. I am a highly experienced Perinatal Clinical Psychologist with over 15 years of clinical experience and further postgraduate training in Perinatal Clinical Psychology.
Are you experiencing anxiety or low mood in pregnancy, or perhaps struggling with your mental health post-natally? Perhaps you are struggling to conceive, finding that you don’t feel as you had hoped to in pregnancy or in the post-natal period, or you have experienced a traumatic birth or perinatal losses. I specialise in, and am passionate about, working with parents and parents-to-be through the perinatal period, which can be a transformative and challenging time. I am a highly experienced Perinatal Clinical Psychologist with over 15 years of clinical experience and further postgraduate training in Perinatal Clinical Psychology.
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’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.
This means I can draw on a range of psychological models and tailor my approach to your needs - whether you need someone to sit with you in your pain, help you find acceptance, explore changes in your sense of self, heal wounds from the past, or make positive changes and develop new skills.
I offer a warm and supportive space to feel heard and understood, be curious, process your thoughts and feelings and develop new perspectives. We may explore how the past affects you in the here and now , notice things you tend to do which are keeping you stuck, consider motivations for doing them and perhaps experiment with doing something different.
This means I can draw on a range of psychological models and tailor my approach to your needs - whether you need someone to sit with you in your pain, help you find acceptance, explore changes in your sense of self, heal wounds from the past, or make positive changes and develop new skills.
I offer a warm and supportive space to feel heard and understood, be curious, process your thoughts and feelings and develop new perspectives. We may explore how the past affects you in the here and now , notice things you tend to do which are keeping you stuck, consider motivations for doing them and perhaps experiment with doing something different.
Are you struggling with overwhelming feelings that don’t quite make sense? Do you find yourself reacting more strongly than expected, or often feel physically tense? Perhaps past experiences keep surfacing unexpectedly, leaving you unsettled or on edge.
Sometimes, the things we’ve been through can affect the way we have learnt to respond, which is our brain and body’s way of protecting ourselves from being hurt by such experiences again. This can lead us to think the worst, blame ourselves for things going wrong, or see things as more dangerous than they really are. We might also avoid situations, or keep busy to avoid thinking.
Are you struggling with overwhelming feelings that don’t quite make sense? Do you find yourself reacting more strongly than expected, or often feel physically tense? Perhaps past experiences keep surfacing unexpectedly, leaving you unsettled or on edge.
Sometimes, the things we’ve been through can affect the way we have learnt to respond, which is our brain and body’s way of protecting ourselves from being hurt by such experiences again. This can lead us to think the worst, blame ourselves for things going wrong, or see things as more dangerous than they really are. We might also avoid situations, or keep busy to avoid thinking.
I feel very passionately about the positive effect that therapy can have upon peoples lives. Over the years I’ve worked with a range of challenges that people can experience. Working through pain or difficulties together is a process I find very rewarding. Often people will arrive being unsure what to expect and feeling apprehensive about what is to come. My approach is to create a welcoming, warm and confidential space where together we can gain an understanding of your situation. I am trained to draw from several therapeutic models so we can find a way forward that suits your preferences and goals for change.
I feel very passionately about the positive effect that therapy can have upon peoples lives. Over the years I’ve worked with a range of challenges that people can experience. Working through pain or difficulties together is a process I find very rewarding. Often people will arrive being unsure what to expect and feeling apprehensive about what is to come. My approach is to create a welcoming, warm and confidential space where together we can gain an understanding of your situation. I am trained to draw from several therapeutic models so we can find a way forward that suits your preferences and goals for change.
You might be feeling anxious and stressed at the moment or looking for support for something that has been an issue for a long time. I will create a space for you to explore things you might not have been able to speak about before. I have a wide experience base as the foundation to my private practice. This includes Psychiatric rehabilitation, drug and alcohol treatment services, eating disorders, acute adolescent psychiatric inpatient settings and work with children and young people in the care system. I work integratively which means I draw from a range of therapeutic models to create a care plan that best fits your needs.
You might be feeling anxious and stressed at the moment or looking for support for something that has been an issue for a long time. I will create a space for you to explore things you might not have been able to speak about before. I have a wide experience base as the foundation to my private practice. This includes Psychiatric rehabilitation, drug and alcohol treatment services, eating disorders, acute adolescent psychiatric inpatient settings and work with children and young people in the care system. I work integratively which means I draw from a range of therapeutic models to create a care plan that best fits your needs.
I often use a combination of CBT, ACT ( Acceptance and Commitment Therapy) and techniques from Cognitive Analytical Therapy models.
Welcome to Causeway Therapy. I am Dr Lisa Gaiotto, Clinical Psychologist. I established Causeway Therapy a few years ago, after working in the public and private sectors. I know that life can throw you odd balls, and take you off course. Difficulties such as anxiety, excessive worrying, mood swings, depression, relationship problems, and trauma symptoms can emerge. I can support you to become unstuck from negative thinking, to notice unhelpful behaviours, and to find ways to do things differently.
Availability. Mondays to Thursdays: 9am- 2pm (in person & online) and 3pm- 8pm (online only); Fridays: 9am-1pm (online & in person)
I often use a combination of CBT, ACT ( Acceptance and Commitment Therapy) and techniques from Cognitive Analytical Therapy models.
Welcome to Causeway Therapy. I am Dr Lisa Gaiotto, Clinical Psychologist. I established Causeway Therapy a few years ago, after working in the public and private sectors. I know that life can throw you odd balls, and take you off course. Difficulties such as anxiety, excessive worrying, mood swings, depression, relationship problems, and trauma symptoms can emerge. I can support you to become unstuck from negative thinking, to notice unhelpful behaviours, and to find ways to do things differently.
Availability. Mondays to Thursdays: 9am- 2pm (in person & online) and 3pm- 8pm (online only); Fridays: 9am-1pm (online & in person)
Navigating life is a challenging task at the best of times and there are times when life may feel like anything BUT the best. Hi, my name is Yaela, and I work with clients on finding their inner strength and wisdom in order to navigate through life and its challenges. Aloneness brings suffering and shame but in finding the language to make sense of your experience and sharing what you are going through with a professional, your struggles can be transformed and can create new depths in your life. As a therapist I am trained to listen deeply and ask questions that may encourage you to think differently about parts of yourself.
Navigating life is a challenging task at the best of times and there are times when life may feel like anything BUT the best. Hi, my name is Yaela, and I work with clients on finding their inner strength and wisdom in order to navigate through life and its challenges. Aloneness brings suffering and shame but in finding the language to make sense of your experience and sharing what you are going through with a professional, your struggles can be transformed and can create new depths in your life. As a therapist I am trained to listen deeply and ask questions that may encourage you to think differently about parts of yourself.
I am a Counselling Psychologist who works with adults and young people across a broad range of mental health conditions including depression, anxiety (panic attacks, phobias, social anxiety, obsessive compulsive disorder), trauma and PTSD, grief, stress and burnout, low self-esteem, substance misuse, personality disorders, emotion regulation and relationship difficulties. I have been practicing in private, voluntary and NHS secondary healthcare settings in the UK for the past ten years and am dedicated to providing compassionate and skilful psychological support to help people navigate the inevitable challenges they face in life.
I am a Counselling Psychologist who works with adults and young people across a broad range of mental health conditions including depression, anxiety (panic attacks, phobias, social anxiety, obsessive compulsive disorder), trauma and PTSD, grief, stress and burnout, low self-esteem, substance misuse, personality disorders, emotion regulation and relationship difficulties. I have been practicing in private, voluntary and NHS secondary healthcare settings in the UK for the past ten years and am dedicated to providing compassionate and skilful psychological support to help people navigate the inevitable challenges they face in life.
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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.