Counselling in Saltdean

Hello and welcome. Perhaps you are anxious, sad or overwhelmed. Maybe you want to make sense of confusing or painful experiences. Perhaps life is feeling really difficult right now and you're not sure how to move forward. I offer a space away from the pressures of everyday life where you can come to understand yourself better, find new perspectives and different ways of responding to life's inevitable challenges. Each counselling relationship is unique and I aim to work with whatever you bring in a way that feels supportive and empathic.
Hello and welcome. Perhaps you are anxious, sad or overwhelmed. Maybe you want to make sense of confusing or painful experiences. Perhaps life is feeling really difficult right now and you're not sure how to move forward. I offer a space away from the pressures of everyday life where you can come to understand yourself better, find new perspectives and different ways of responding to life's inevitable challenges. Each counselling relationship is unique and I aim to work with whatever you bring in a way that feels supportive and empathic.

A warm welcome. My name is Andi and I am an independent private provider of counselling and psychotherapy across the Brighton area. My focus is on helping clients overcome a range of psychological and emotional issues to get life back on track as quickly and effectively as possible. I offer a caring and flexible approach to your individual needs and am trained in a variety of approaches which enables me to help you find your own answers and guide you through difficult times. Where possible you can be seen quickly and I aim to get back to you within a few hours. Evening appointments available Tuesday to Thursday
A warm welcome. My name is Andi and I am an independent private provider of counselling and psychotherapy across the Brighton area. My focus is on helping clients overcome a range of psychological and emotional issues to get life back on track as quickly and effectively as possible. I offer a caring and flexible approach to your individual needs and am trained in a variety of approaches which enables me to help you find your own answers and guide you through difficult times. Where possible you can be seen quickly and I aim to get back to you within a few hours. Evening appointments available Tuesday to Thursday

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.

Hello, I’m Ben a certified Psychotherapeutic Counsellor (MNCPS Accred.) I primarily work with issues related to difficult relationships, trauma, identity and Anxiety.
My approach is based on training in Transactional Analysis psychotherapy. I am a registered Psychothereapeutic Counsellor with the NCPS and BACP.
I believe therapy should meet you where you are. I work creatively and dynamically, tailoring each session to your unique needs and goals. Our work is co-created—we build a shared agreement that guides the direction and pace of your therapy.
Hello, I’m Ben a certified Psychotherapeutic Counsellor (MNCPS Accred.) I primarily work with issues related to difficult relationships, trauma, identity and Anxiety.
My approach is based on training in Transactional Analysis psychotherapy. I am a registered Psychothereapeutic Counsellor with the NCPS and BACP.
I believe therapy should meet you where you are. I work creatively and dynamically, tailoring each session to your unique needs and goals. Our work is co-created—we build a shared agreement that guides the direction and pace of your therapy.

What my clients most commonly seek is guidance to help them understand their own emotions, responses and rules that they hold about life. My clients are not dictated to, but supported in learning about what is helpful and rational in their lives, and what is targeted for change. Our honest talks involve a lot of empathy and humour, as there are common themes that we all recognise as causing issues in our lives. My clients are very much individuals, spoken to without judgement and encouraged to make changes to their thinking and then behaviour which will help free them from well-worn paths and being 'stuck'.
What my clients most commonly seek is guidance to help them understand their own emotions, responses and rules that they hold about life. My clients are not dictated to, but supported in learning about what is helpful and rational in their lives, and what is targeted for change. Our honest talks involve a lot of empathy and humour, as there are common themes that we all recognise as causing issues in our lives. My clients are very much individuals, spoken to without judgement and encouraged to make changes to their thinking and then behaviour which will help free them from well-worn paths and being 'stuck'.

In my practice, the therapeutic relationship is a space where difficult life experiences can be worked through. I take an integrative approach, in which I encourage you to be curious about how your difficulties relate to previous experiences and your expectations for yourself and others. This often brings up feelings that can seem unwelcome and I work with you to help you understand unwanted emotions and connect to your body. My approach aims to deepen your self-awareness in the here-and-now as this helps you to understand and feel compassion for yourself, and be okay in who you are.
In my practice, the therapeutic relationship is a space where difficult life experiences can be worked through. I take an integrative approach, in which I encourage you to be curious about how your difficulties relate to previous experiences and your expectations for yourself and others. This often brings up feelings that can seem unwelcome and I work with you to help you understand unwanted emotions and connect to your body. My approach aims to deepen your self-awareness in the here-and-now as this helps you to understand and feel compassion for yourself, and be okay in who you are.

When we are facing difficulties in life, a compassionate, caring and confidential space to talk can be so helpful. I offer clients a safe and non-judgemental approach for you to discuss whatever is troubling you. You may be feeling anxious or depressed and need some support. You may be feeling overwhelmed and need to find a sense of clarity about what you are thinking and how you are feeling. Counselling offers a regular space for you to make make decisions and any changes you feel will allow you to move forward with your life.
When we are facing difficulties in life, a compassionate, caring and confidential space to talk can be so helpful. I offer clients a safe and non-judgemental approach for you to discuss whatever is troubling you. You may be feeling anxious or depressed and need some support. You may be feeling overwhelmed and need to find a sense of clarity about what you are thinking and how you are feeling. Counselling offers a regular space for you to make make decisions and any changes you feel will allow you to move forward with your life.

Hello, thanks for looking at my profile. I am a Psychotherapist, with in-depth experience of helping people struggling with emotional and/or mental health difficulties. I will work by engaging with you to find a way to talk where together we can come to understand your difficulties and find ways forward. These come in the form of depressions, anxieties, anger, addictions and relationship difficulties. From my training and experience and I will listen carefully to both the conscious and unconscious processes refelcting with you to develop ways of being and relating that open up pathways to life.
Hello, thanks for looking at my profile. I am a Psychotherapist, with in-depth experience of helping people struggling with emotional and/or mental health difficulties. I will work by engaging with you to find a way to talk where together we can come to understand your difficulties and find ways forward. These come in the form of depressions, anxieties, anger, addictions and relationship difficulties. From my training and experience and I will listen carefully to both the conscious and unconscious processes refelcting with you to develop ways of being and relating that open up pathways to life.

I'm an experienced integrative therapist and work flexibly and dynamically with adults, couples, families and trainee counsellors. Early relationships and life events may have shaken your ability to fully value yourself or others. You might be bereaved, struggling with a relationship, experiencing depression or anxiety. I'm objective and compassionate, offering support to connect with frightening or buried feelings. Letting go of strategies that no longer work for you, without pressure or expectation, can help you to find your own truth and a sense of who you really are.
I'm an experienced integrative therapist and work flexibly and dynamically with adults, couples, families and trainee counsellors. Early relationships and life events may have shaken your ability to fully value yourself or others. You might be bereaved, struggling with a relationship, experiencing depression or anxiety. I'm objective and compassionate, offering support to connect with frightening or buried feelings. Letting go of strategies that no longer work for you, without pressure or expectation, can help you to find your own truth and a sense of who you really are.

Counselling and Psychotherapy can be a space to explore current or past concerns, desires and hopes. You may be wanting to get to grips with an aspect of yourself that keeps tripping you up or is holding you back in some way. You may be struggling with current losses, relationship difficulties, adversity, or have a sense of longing that you cannot make sense of. You may have experienced a sense of low self-esteem/ self-worth due to early experiences of being misunderstood or unaccepted for who you are or have experienced neglectful parenting or trauma or simply need a space in your life to figure something out.
Counselling and Psychotherapy can be a space to explore current or past concerns, desires and hopes. You may be wanting to get to grips with an aspect of yourself that keeps tripping you up or is holding you back in some way. You may be struggling with current losses, relationship difficulties, adversity, or have a sense of longing that you cannot make sense of. You may have experienced a sense of low self-esteem/ self-worth due to early experiences of being misunderstood or unaccepted for who you are or have experienced neglectful parenting or trauma or simply need a space in your life to figure something out.

There are many reasons why we seek support from counselling - all of which matter to me. First and foremost I am a human being with lived experience and this mutual connection is where we start our journey. My passion is to accomany you to move from a place of suffering, fear, anxiety, uncertainty, disconnection and oftentimes overwhelm to a place of stability and a more present and connected way of living your life. I do this by creating a safe space for you to be heard, where together we will explore what needs tending to.
There are many reasons why we seek support from counselling - all of which matter to me. First and foremost I am a human being with lived experience and this mutual connection is where we start our journey. My passion is to accomany you to move from a place of suffering, fear, anxiety, uncertainty, disconnection and oftentimes overwhelm to a place of stability and a more present and connected way of living your life. I do this by creating a safe space for you to be heard, where together we will explore what needs tending to.

Are you looking for inspiration, guidance and support? I am an experienced and qualified counsellor with a warm, motivational and supportive, yet direct approach to helping people transform their lives. Offering new perspectives, I have helped many people feel more empowered and less controlled by limiting patterns and beliefs.
Are you looking for inspiration, guidance and support? I am an experienced and qualified counsellor with a warm, motivational and supportive, yet direct approach to helping people transform their lives. Offering new perspectives, I have helped many people feel more empowered and less controlled by limiting patterns and beliefs.

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 .

Caroline Mills, Sussex Bereavement Services
Counsellor, MSc, MBACP
Serves Area
Waitlist for new clients
Hi, I am Caroline and I have chosen to specialise in working with bereavement because it brings unique, unanticipated challenges and losses that are often misunderstood. There are many incorrect and unhelpful assumptions about what grief should look or feel like and how long it should last. These ideas, alongside the impact of grief on every corner of life and identity, and experiencing confusing and intense emotions, can cause people to feel worried, alone and overwhelmed. My aim is to share my experience, knowledge and understanding of the bereavement process, and what has been of help to others, to support and reassure you.
Hi, I am Caroline and I have chosen to specialise in working with bereavement because it brings unique, unanticipated challenges and losses that are often misunderstood. There are many incorrect and unhelpful assumptions about what grief should look or feel like and how long it should last. These ideas, alongside the impact of grief on every corner of life and identity, and experiencing confusing and intense emotions, can cause people to feel worried, alone and overwhelmed. My aim is to share my experience, knowledge and understanding of the bereavement process, and what has been of help to others, to support and reassure you.

I am a warm, compassionate person and experienced psychotherapeutic counsellor. We can all find ourselves in times of difficulty, whether in a time of crisis, feeling stuck in repetitive patterns, feeling disconnected, struggling to find meaning, or feeling like our true self has become buried. Counselling offers space to slow down and connect with yourself in the presence of another person, to be truly heard and to explore difficult thoughts or emotions. It can enable reflection on helpful or unhelpful patterns of thinking, feeling and relating, and welcome deeper self-acceptance and self-compassion.
I am a warm, compassionate person and experienced psychotherapeutic counsellor. We can all find ourselves in times of difficulty, whether in a time of crisis, feeling stuck in repetitive patterns, feeling disconnected, struggling to find meaning, or feeling like our true self has become buried. Counselling offers space to slow down and connect with yourself in the presence of another person, to be truly heard and to explore difficult thoughts or emotions. It can enable reflection on helpful or unhelpful patterns of thinking, feeling and relating, and welcome deeper self-acceptance and self-compassion.

You’re juggling a lot and somewhere along the way, your relationship has taken a back seat. You’re not fighting all the time, but you’re not really connecting either. You try to talk, but it ends in frustration or silence. You both feel unheard, misunderstood, and unsure how to fix it.
You’re juggling a lot and somewhere along the way, your relationship has taken a back seat. You’re not fighting all the time, but you’re not really connecting either. You try to talk, but it ends in frustration or silence. You both feel unheard, misunderstood, and unsure how to fix it.
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I have worked for over 15 years within adult acute, secondary and primary care NHS mental health services in various specialist mental health roles including, occupational therapy (OT), mental health pracitioner and psychological therapist roles. I now work part time in the NHS as a BABCP accredited Cognitive and Behavioural psychotherapist and EMDR therapist and carry a small private therapy caseload too. I also worked as a yoga teacher on an outreach programme and will often integrate somatic techniques within therapy sessions as well as including OT based sensory strategies when building resources.
I have worked for over 15 years within adult acute, secondary and primary care NHS mental health services in various specialist mental health roles including, occupational therapy (OT), mental health pracitioner and psychological therapist roles. I now work part time in the NHS as a BABCP accredited Cognitive and Behavioural psychotherapist and EMDR therapist and carry a small private therapy caseload too. I also worked as a yoga teacher on an outreach programme and will often integrate somatic techniques within therapy sessions as well as including OT based sensory strategies when building resources.

Are there parts of you that feel unseen, unheard, judged, lost, silenced, too much, or never enough? We aren't born feeling this way, have you ever wondered how you got to where you are now? My clients come to me because they trust I can weather the hard places we visit together. We need to be able to talk about the harder things in life, and I would like to offer you the space for this; a space of acceptance, warmth, and goodwill. Let's connect the dots of where you are now, how you got here, and work towards where you'd like to be. Please know that all parts of you are welcome with me. There is hope and there can be healing.
Are there parts of you that feel unseen, unheard, judged, lost, silenced, too much, or never enough? We aren't born feeling this way, have you ever wondered how you got to where you are now? My clients come to me because they trust I can weather the hard places we visit together. We need to be able to talk about the harder things in life, and I would like to offer you the space for this; a space of acceptance, warmth, and goodwill. Let's connect the dots of where you are now, how you got here, and work towards where you'd like to be. Please know that all parts of you are welcome with me. There is hope and there can be healing.

We all need help at different times in our lives for a variety of reasons. Sometimes talking to our loved ones or friends is either not possible or feels uncomfortable. Working with me would mean being able to speak freely in a safe environment.
My work is based on developing a therapeutic relationship with my clients. Using empathy and developing rapport with you enables you to work through your issue at your own pace, whatever the problem, whether it is a traumatic event from the past or a more recent issue, or one that you have been living with all your life.
With me, you will be in a safe, non-judgemental, empathic space.
We all need help at different times in our lives for a variety of reasons. Sometimes talking to our loved ones or friends is either not possible or feels uncomfortable. Working with me would mean being able to speak freely in a safe environment.
My work is based on developing a therapeutic relationship with my clients. Using empathy and developing rapport with you enables you to work through your issue at your own pace, whatever the problem, whether it is a traumatic event from the past or a more recent issue, or one that you have been living with all your life.
With me, you will be in a safe, non-judgemental, empathic space.

Working therapeutically with children and teenagers is different from therapy with adults, it requires specialist training and knowledge. Mine included a Masters and 5 years at the Tavistock and Portman (NHS), a world centre for Child and Adolescent Psychotherapy. I work as a senior Psychotherapist in CAMHS (NHS) and privately with 2 to 25 year olds, and have significant clinical experience in evidence based psychotherapy for depression, self harm, suicidal thoughts, anxiety, abuse, OCD, phobias, eating disorders, BPD, adoption, trauma, ADHD, autism related, psychosis, school and family problems, and body, trans and gender issues.
Working therapeutically with children and teenagers is different from therapy with adults, it requires specialist training and knowledge. Mine included a Masters and 5 years at the Tavistock and Portman (NHS), a world centre for Child and Adolescent Psychotherapy. I work as a senior Psychotherapist in CAMHS (NHS) and privately with 2 to 25 year olds, and have significant clinical experience in evidence based psychotherapy for depression, self harm, suicidal thoughts, anxiety, abuse, OCD, phobias, eating disorders, BPD, adoption, trauma, ADHD, autism related, psychosis, school and family problems, and body, trans and gender issues.
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Number of Counsellors in Saltdean
10+
Average cost per session
£60
Counsellors in Saltdean who prioritize treating:
88% | Depression |
88% | Anxiety |
75% | Relationship Issues |
75% | Bereavement |
75% | Self Esteem |
75% | Stress |
63% | Self-Harming |
Average years in practice
9 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
80% | Aviva |
80% | AXA PPP |
60% | Bupa |
How Counsellors in Saltdean see their clients
100% | In Person and Online |
Gender breakdown
69% | Female | |
31% | Male |
FAQs - About Therapy and Counselling
How can I find a therapist in Saltdean?
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Is everyone in the Psychology Today Therapy Directory a licensed therapist?
Counsellors and Psychotherapists listed in the directory are members of the main professional associations, mainly the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and the UK Council for Psychotherapy (UKCP). Most Psychologists in the directory are accredited members of the British Psychological Society (BPS) and/or are registered in the Health and Care Professions Council (HPCP).
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Providers whose professional membership or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Given that professional memberships are not a statutory requirement for psychotherapists and counsellors in the UK, certain qualified professionals or organisations may choose not to maintain such memberships despite possessing the necessary qualifications. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.
What’s the difference between a psychologist, a therapist, and a counsellor?
Counsellors, psychotherapists and psychologists can all provide counselling or talking therapy and have credentials and experience that enable them to do so in the UK. Psychologists have earned a degree in psychology and many are members of the British Psychological Society (BPS) and have completed a postgraduate qualification in a specialism. Counsellors and Psychotherapists are not required to have a psychology degree, but to belong to a professional organisation such as the BACP or UKCP, they are required to have completed a training course as well as clinical and supervision hours.
What type of therapy is right for me?
The type of therapy best suited to a particular individual depends on several factors, including their primary reason for seeking therapy, their preferred timeline (some therapy types last for a set number of sessions, while others are open-ended), and their personality and preferences—some may prefer a more structured approach. For many individuals, multiple types of therapy could provide a good fit.
How much does therapy cost?
The cost of therapy depends on a number of variables, including location and the therapist’s experience and training. On average, a therapy session in the UK could be between £30 - £60 when seeing a counsellor and £60 - £150 and up when seeing a clinical psychologist. If you have private insurance, your plan may cover some if not all of your sessions. You should contact your insurance provider to determine if they provide coverage for therapy sessions and to determine what, if any, requirements they might have in order for your sessions to be covered, such as a referral from your GP or medical specialist.
What are more affordable or low cost therapy solutions?
Many therapists offer sliding scale payments, usually on a limited number of slots, which consists in an agreement between the therapist and a client to pay a reduced rate. Therapists who provide such arrangements often consider the client's income or ability to pay, but the extent of the discount is ultimately at the therapist's discretion. Furthermore, while group therapy may have different goals and benefits compared to individual therapy, it can be a more affordable solution to address certain types of issues.
If you are struggling to access therapy due to budget constraints, you could also consider public funded mental health services. The NHS Talking therapies programme offers free of charge counselling for common mental health problems like anxiety and depression. The service is available to anyone registered with a GP, though you do not necessarily need to be referred by your GP and can refer yourself directly to a Talking therapies service. The service will provide different solutions, including group and individual therapy, for a limited number of sessions which are generally up to six.
If you are struggling to access therapy due to budget constraints, you could also consider public funded mental health services. The NHS Talking therapies programme offers free of charge counselling for common mental health problems like anxiety and depression. The service is available to anyone registered with a GP, though you do not necessarily need to be referred by your GP and can refer yourself directly to a Talking therapies service. The service will provide different solutions, including group and individual therapy, for a limited number of sessions which are generally up to six.
Is online therapy cheaper than in-person therapy?
Many therapists charge the same amount for online therapy as they do for in-person therapy—though clients may still find this cost-effective if it cuts down on their transportation costs. Health insurance plans often offer equivalent coverage for online and in-person therapy; indeed, in many places, they are legally required to do so. Text-based or on-demand therapy apps may be cheaper than traditional one-on-one psychotherapy; however, the practice may be less effective and is not likely to be covered by insurance.
Is online therapy a good option?
Therapy conducted online can be just as effective as in-person therapy, as long as there is a strong alliance between the client and the therapist. To find a therapist who provides telehealth services to clients in your area, click “Online Therapy” on the directory homepage and search by your city or town or your postcode.
Are therapy sessions confidential?
Therapists who are part of a professional organisation such as the BACP, the UKCP, or BPS are bound by an ethical framework that requires them to uphold a confidentiality agreement. Confidentiality is a crucial part of the therapeutic relationship and only under specific circumstances, such as when there has been participation in a criminal act or act of terror, or if there is potential or known harm to the client or others, will a therapist be obligated to break the agreement. These exceptions to the confidentiality agreement are usually discussed during the initial consultation.