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Frances Read
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBACP
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Frances Read

Psychotherapist, MSc, MBACP

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Hastings TN35
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I'm a compassionate, responsive, trauma-informed therapist. People come to me to talk through things that are affecting their lives, especially difficulties they are experiencing in relationships with partners, family, friends or colleagues. As well as working on the immediate issue, we'll look at understanding who you are and how you act and feel in relationships with others. We'll strengthen your sense of self and give you confidence in recognising your needs. By looking at your past experiences, present situation, and future hopes, the therapy will give you the self-knowledge to make positive changes.
Psychodynamic therapy looks at root causes and how the resulting symptoms are affecting you in your day-to-day life. I will work with you to look for repeating patterns that may be stopping you reaching your goals. While you'll lead the session, we'll collaborate on untangling the material and working out what it means.
As your therapist, I'll be there with you to contain and explore any emotion you might experience. I provide a safe, non-judgemental space to think, feel and understand your emotions and what they might be telling you. If this resonates, please get in touch and we can arrange a free introductory call.
Frances Read now for a free 15 minute consultation

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Hastings TN35

My website
I currently have availability for online therapy on Monday and Tuesday evenings, and Wednesday afternoons.
I specialize in LGBTQ+, Peer Relationships and Relationship Issues 
£60 Per Session  
Individual one-on-one therapy 
Please watch my video to learn more about me and my practice.
Frances Read
Connect with Frances Read
Photo of Frances Read, Psychotherapist, MSc, MBACP

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Hastings TN35

My website
I currently have availability for online therapy on Monday and Tuesday evenings, and Wednesday afternoons.
I specialize in LGBTQ+, Peer Relationships and Relationship Issues 
£60 Per Session  
Individual one-on-one therapy 
Please watch my video to learn more about me and my practice.
Frances Read

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions £60
  • Concession rate: apply if you may be eligible

Payment Methods

Bank transfer
Photo of Frances Read, Psychotherapist, MSc, MBACP
Frances Read
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBACP
Please ask me about fees or use of insurance when you
Photo of Frances Read, Psychotherapist, MSc, MBACP
Frances Read
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBACP
Please ask me about fees or use of insurance when you

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Membership with British Association for Counselling & Psychotherapy Frances Read
  • Education and Years In Practice

  • In Practice for 8 years
  • Birkbeck, University of London, MSc in Psychodynamic Psychotherapy and Counselling, Graduated 2015
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Frances Read
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBACP
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience.
Photo of Frances Read, Psychotherapist, MSc, MBACP
Frances Read
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBACP
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience.

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • LGBTQ+
  • Peer Relationships
  • Relationship Issues

Expertise

  • ADHD
  • Anxiety
  • Family Conflict
  • Open Relationships Non-Monogamy
  • Sex Therapy
  • Sex-Positive, Kink Allied
  • Sexual Abuse
  • Substance Use
  • Transgender
  • Women's Issues
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There is a whole spectrum of gender and consensual sexual expressions and I take an affirmative stance, working with many clients who are GSRD (Gender, Sex and Relationship Diversity) identified. Many of my clients are neurodivergent.
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Frances Read
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBACP
for a free 15 minute consultation now.
"
There is a whole spectrum of gender and consensual sexual expressions and I take an affirmative stance, working with many clients who are GSRD (Gender, Sex and Relationship Diversity) identified. Many of my clients are neurodivergent.
Photo of Frances Read, Psychotherapist, MSc, MBACP
Frances Read
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBACP
for a free 15 minute consultation now.

Client Focus

Age

Adults

Participants

Individuals

Communities

Bisexual Allied
Gay Allied
Lesbian Allied
Non-Binary Allied
Queer Allied
Sex Worker Allied
Transgender Allied

Age

Adults

Participants

Individuals

Communities

Bisexual Allied
Gay Allied
Lesbian Allied
Non-Binary Allied
Queer Allied
Sex Worker Allied
Transgender Allied

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Attachment-based
  • Integrative
  • Person-Centred
  • Psychodynamic
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I work integratively, incorporating elements of psychodynamic and person-centred therapy, mindfulness, and psychoeducation. This means I can be more flexible. My work is trauma-informed with a focus on developing the therapeutic relationship as a place of safety, containing any traumatic memories that might appear, and being sensitive to your responses.
Photo of Frances Read, Psychotherapist, MSc, MBACP
Frances Read
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBACP
for a free 15 minute consultation now.
"
I work integratively, incorporating elements of psychodynamic and person-centred therapy, mindfulness, and psychoeducation. This means I can be more flexible. My work is trauma-informed with a focus on developing the therapeutic relationship as a place of safety, containing any traumatic memories that might appear, and being sensitive to your responses.
Photo of Frances Read, Psychotherapist, MSc, MBACP
Frances Read
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBACP
for a free 15 minute consultation now.

Location

Primary Location

Hastings TN35

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I currently have availability for online therapy on Monday and Tuesday evenings, and Wednesday afternoons.
Photo of Frances Read, Psychotherapist, MSc, MBACP
Frances Read
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBACP
"
I currently have availability for online therapy on Monday and Tuesday evenings, and Wednesday afternoons.
Photo of Frances Read, Psychotherapist, MSc, MBACP
Frances Read
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBACP