Counselling in RH12
I am a Person-Centred counsellor working in Horsham, West Sussex. I work with young people, children and teenagers helping them to improve their mental health and build their resilience. I currently work as a school counsellor as well as in my private practice. I have been supporting young people with their mental health for nearly 10 years in schools, colleges and community settings. I have a BSc Hons degree in Person Centred counselling and a Level 5 certificate in Counselling Children and Young People. I have also completed training with Anxiety UK which included Accessing risk in Anxiety.
I am a Person-Centred counsellor working in Horsham, West Sussex. I work with young people, children and teenagers helping them to improve their mental health and build their resilience. I currently work as a school counsellor as well as in my private practice. I have been supporting young people with their mental health for nearly 10 years in schools, colleges and community settings. I have a BSc Hons degree in Person Centred counselling and a Level 5 certificate in Counselling Children and Young People. I have also completed training with Anxiety UK which included Accessing risk in Anxiety.
I offer an empathetic space for clients to explore their inner world, and I help them to extract meaning from that world. In a non-judgemental environment, I enable the therapeutic relationship to develop and grow - I am here to walk with you on your journey inwards.
I offer an empathetic space for clients to explore their inner world, and I help them to extract meaning from that world. In a non-judgemental environment, I enable the therapeutic relationship to develop and grow - I am here to walk with you on your journey inwards.
Sometimes life can be uncertain, and challenging. I believe it is possible to find freedom and hope even in the face of life’s challenges. I am deeply committed to helping you move to a place of well-being, improve relationships by gaining increased self-awareness and emotional intelligence. I am a member of the British Association of Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and follow their ethical code ,and I am committed to non-discriminatory practices and to fostering equality in the therapeutic relationship.
Sometimes life can be uncertain, and challenging. I believe it is possible to find freedom and hope even in the face of life’s challenges. I am deeply committed to helping you move to a place of well-being, improve relationships by gaining increased self-awareness and emotional intelligence. I am a member of the British Association of Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and follow their ethical code ,and I am committed to non-discriminatory practices and to fostering equality in the therapeutic relationship.
Alison Margaret Paul
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, MBACP
Verified Verified
Horsham RH12
Not accepting new clients
Our lives are not always as straight-forward as we would like them to be. At times we can be left feeling emotionally and physically exhausted, or confused, or numb, or lonely, or vulnerable, or angry or overwhelmed. We can be going through a crisis, a loss, a feeling of being stuck in memories of past experiences, a feeling of low self-esteem and sometimes we do not know why we don’t feel right, we just know we don’t feel right. We don’t even have to be going through any of these; we may be at a crossroads in our lives, not sure which direction to take, or feeling the need to find our true selves.
Our lives are not always as straight-forward as we would like them to be. At times we can be left feeling emotionally and physically exhausted, or confused, or numb, or lonely, or vulnerable, or angry or overwhelmed. We can be going through a crisis, a loss, a feeling of being stuck in memories of past experiences, a feeling of low self-esteem and sometimes we do not know why we don’t feel right, we just know we don’t feel right. We don’t even have to be going through any of these; we may be at a crossroads in our lives, not sure which direction to take, or feeling the need to find our true selves.
Hello and welcome to my page. I am a professionally qualified therapist, clinical supervisor and mindfulness practitioner, and have over 20 years’ experience. I am a warm, compassionate and experienced counsellor and therapist, who can create a safe and trusting space for you to talk in confidence about issues or problems that might be affecting you. Counselling can help with many difficult life problems - from coping with relationship issues or bereavement, to dealing with depression and/or anxiety. You may be trying to manage harmful emotional behaviours, struggling with a lack of confidence, or maybe just feeling stuck.
Hello and welcome to my page. I am a professionally qualified therapist, clinical supervisor and mindfulness practitioner, and have over 20 years’ experience. I am a warm, compassionate and experienced counsellor and therapist, who can create a safe and trusting space for you to talk in confidence about issues or problems that might be affecting you. Counselling can help with many difficult life problems - from coping with relationship issues or bereavement, to dealing with depression and/or anxiety. You may be trying to manage harmful emotional behaviours, struggling with a lack of confidence, or maybe just feeling stuck.
Sometimes the smallest of steps can make the biggest difference in life. If you are suffering with anxiety, depression, past traumas, birth trauma, bereavement, addiction or sleep issues, I am here to help. Through building good rapport and really listening to you, without dredging up painful memories from your past, my aim is that you leave each session feeling more hopeful and more confident in your ability to make meaningful and positive changes in your life.
Sometimes the smallest of steps can make the biggest difference in life. If you are suffering with anxiety, depression, past traumas, birth trauma, bereavement, addiction or sleep issues, I am here to help. Through building good rapport and really listening to you, without dredging up painful memories from your past, my aim is that you leave each session feeling more hopeful and more confident in your ability to make meaningful and positive changes in your life.
When you are feeling anxious, stuck, overwhelmed or that you just want life to be different, you may want to make a change but not know where to start. Perhaps past experiences have left a negative impression on how you see yourself or life in general, or loss and change have left you feeling disorientated and struggling. I offer a safe space to open up in confidence and without judgement, to someone who is there to help you feel understood and move forward with a clearer sense of direction.
When you are feeling anxious, stuck, overwhelmed or that you just want life to be different, you may want to make a change but not know where to start. Perhaps past experiences have left a negative impression on how you see yourself or life in general, or loss and change have left you feeling disorientated and struggling. I offer a safe space to open up in confidence and without judgement, to someone who is there to help you feel understood and move forward with a clearer sense of direction.
Life gives us challenges at times no matter who we are. We are better equipped to deal with these challenges when we have the right support in place. This is where counselling can play a big part in supporting you to deal with whatever challenges you might be facing. Studies have shown that traumatic childhood events can present in our lives when we reach adulthood leaving us in a state of confusion. No matter what your challenges are or where they have come from counselling is there to help you deal with them in a safe and neutral place. I can offer online counselling, face to face, and a walk and talk service.
Life gives us challenges at times no matter who we are. We are better equipped to deal with these challenges when we have the right support in place. This is where counselling can play a big part in supporting you to deal with whatever challenges you might be facing. Studies have shown that traumatic childhood events can present in our lives when we reach adulthood leaving us in a state of confusion. No matter what your challenges are or where they have come from counselling is there to help you deal with them in a safe and neutral place. I can offer online counselling, face to face, and a walk and talk service.
Sometimes in life we can be surrounded by people yet feel so alone. When speaking with friends and family you may feel they are not really listening, not realizing they maybe advising, or even competing with your problems. Stress, depression and low self esteem can often make you feel invisible but these feelings are not permanent. Living with shame, anger, fear or sadness can leave you in a dark fog, struggling to find your way through. With help and support your journey may become clearer. I would like to offer you space to talk without feeling judged, pressured or nagged, to experience feeling supported, valued and important.
Sometimes in life we can be surrounded by people yet feel so alone. When speaking with friends and family you may feel they are not really listening, not realizing they maybe advising, or even competing with your problems. Stress, depression and low self esteem can often make you feel invisible but these feelings are not permanent. Living with shame, anger, fear or sadness can leave you in a dark fog, struggling to find your way through. With help and support your journey may become clearer. I would like to offer you space to talk without feeling judged, pressured or nagged, to experience feeling supported, valued and important.
Paul has a wealth of experience of psychological intervention having worked in various multi-disciplinary work settings including NHS IAPT services (Improving Access to Psychological Therapies). Alcohol and Drug misuse services, renowned private residential rehabs and prison. He has also had a successful private practice in Harley Street and in the Home Counties and now works from Guildford and Godalming in Surrey. Paul will use various contemporary research and evidence based therapeutic models including CBT (Cognitive Behavioural Therapy), MET (Motivational Enhancement Therapy) and Humanistic Person Centred Therapy to help facilitate change and help people with various issues to live more balanced lives.
Paul has a wealth of experience of psychological intervention having worked in various multi-disciplinary work settings including NHS IAPT services (Improving Access to Psychological Therapies). Alcohol and Drug misuse services, renowned private residential rehabs and prison. He has also had a successful private practice in Harley Street and in the Home Counties and now works from Guildford and Godalming in Surrey. Paul will use various contemporary research and evidence based therapeutic models including CBT (Cognitive Behavioural Therapy), MET (Motivational Enhancement Therapy) and Humanistic Person Centred Therapy to help facilitate change and help people with various issues to live more balanced lives.
My approach is warm, gentle and understanding. I strive to create an inclusive environment that welcomes clients from all backgrounds, including LGBTQ+. Most importantly, I want to help make positive changes in your life, specialising in issues arising from childhood. We all experience ups and downs in our relationships. Still, if one or both people in the relationship are having mental health problems, this often brings extra challenges, and we may underestimate the impact this can have on the strongest of relationships, either at home or at work. I work with individuals and couples, helping with a full range of issues.
My approach is warm, gentle and understanding. I strive to create an inclusive environment that welcomes clients from all backgrounds, including LGBTQ+. Most importantly, I want to help make positive changes in your life, specialising in issues arising from childhood. We all experience ups and downs in our relationships. Still, if one or both people in the relationship are having mental health problems, this often brings extra challenges, and we may underestimate the impact this can have on the strongest of relationships, either at home or at work. I work with individuals and couples, helping with a full range of issues.
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Whether a couple or an individual, whatever troubles you…abuse, anxiety, low self-esteem, relationship issues, sex, sexuality and psychosexual issues, trauma or any other issue…the first step back to well-being is to reach out for support. Perhaps a counselling relationship is what you need to help you through. Although family, close friends and colleagues can offer valuable support, sometimes these very relationships can be barriers to exploring honestly and openly what you may be thinking or experiencing. This is where the therapeutic counselling relationship could help.
Whether a couple or an individual, whatever troubles you…abuse, anxiety, low self-esteem, relationship issues, sex, sexuality and psychosexual issues, trauma or any other issue…the first step back to well-being is to reach out for support. Perhaps a counselling relationship is what you need to help you through. Although family, close friends and colleagues can offer valuable support, sometimes these very relationships can be barriers to exploring honestly and openly what you may be thinking or experiencing. This is where the therapeutic counselling relationship could help.
If you have a narcissistic parent, I am the right counsellor for you! Do you feel like you are living with the consequences of bad parenting? Were you treated badly or unfairly during your childhood by your parent? Do they still treat you badly even though you're an adult? Do they ever give you the silent treatment? Does all this still affect you today, and you can’t stop thinking about the way they treated you? Does this leave you feeling confused and with a low self esteem, but you don’t know what to do about it or how to get over it? If so, then you might be feeling really hurt and alone, unable to see a way out.
If you have a narcissistic parent, I am the right counsellor for you! Do you feel like you are living with the consequences of bad parenting? Were you treated badly or unfairly during your childhood by your parent? Do they still treat you badly even though you're an adult? Do they ever give you the silent treatment? Does all this still affect you today, and you can’t stop thinking about the way they treated you? Does this leave you feeling confused and with a low self esteem, but you don’t know what to do about it or how to get over it? If so, then you might be feeling really hurt and alone, unable to see a way out.
Hi I'm Ruth. Are you going through a difficult season in life right now ? I am an experienced and accredited psychotherapist working with individuals, young people (14+) and couples from all walks of life. I offer short or long term therapy according to client needs. I specialise in helping clients manage anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, coping with long term illness, disability and trauma. My approach is to explore the root causes of issues in the context of a supportive therapeutic relationship. I offer a welcoming, safe, confidential and non-judgemental space where you will be met with respect and acceptance.
Hi I'm Ruth. Are you going through a difficult season in life right now ? I am an experienced and accredited psychotherapist working with individuals, young people (14+) and couples from all walks of life. I offer short or long term therapy according to client needs. I specialise in helping clients manage anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, coping with long term illness, disability and trauma. My approach is to explore the root causes of issues in the context of a supportive therapeutic relationship. I offer a welcoming, safe, confidential and non-judgemental space where you will be met with respect and acceptance.
Hi, I'm Toby, an integrative therapist supporting your journey. My sessions create a safe, welcoming space for you to open up at your own pace. I offer non-judgmental therapy, valuing each client as an individual. Expect gentle guidance and support as we explore past, present, or future concerns for inner clarity.
Hi, I'm Toby, an integrative therapist supporting your journey. My sessions create a safe, welcoming space for you to open up at your own pace. I offer non-judgmental therapy, valuing each client as an individual. Expect gentle guidance and support as we explore past, present, or future concerns for inner clarity.
Your reason for seeking therapy is unique, I recognize your courage in taking that step. I will not judge you, I want to support you to reach your full potential. I believe in the person centred approach and the healing property's of the therapeutic relationship. I offer a safe space to work with you, exploring your thoughts, feelings, behaviours and worldview. We will work at your pace and with your content. Sessions are open ended allowing the opportunity for self growth and awareness improving areas in your life currently holding you back and equipping you with the power to manage both present and future challenges.
Your reason for seeking therapy is unique, I recognize your courage in taking that step. I will not judge you, I want to support you to reach your full potential. I believe in the person centred approach and the healing property's of the therapeutic relationship. I offer a safe space to work with you, exploring your thoughts, feelings, behaviours and worldview. We will work at your pace and with your content. Sessions are open ended allowing the opportunity for self growth and awareness improving areas in your life currently holding you back and equipping you with the power to manage both present and future challenges.
I offer a free initial 30-minute consultation to see how we work together, for me to find out more about your presenting issue, ensure I am able to help and for you to decide if you want to continue working with me. Your story matters to me. As a qualified counsellor and a caring human being, I want to help you cope with whatever you are facing at the moment. The issues that people come to me for are anxiety, panic attacks, depression, stress, relationship issues, family problems, phobias, addictions, bereavement and loneliness. Together we can work to find a way forward.
I offer a free initial 30-minute consultation to see how we work together, for me to find out more about your presenting issue, ensure I am able to help and for you to decide if you want to continue working with me. Your story matters to me. As a qualified counsellor and a caring human being, I want to help you cope with whatever you are facing at the moment. The issues that people come to me for are anxiety, panic attacks, depression, stress, relationship issues, family problems, phobias, addictions, bereavement and loneliness. Together we can work to find a way forward.
One of the most difficult parts of the therapeutic process is taking that first step – deciding to talk to someone. The counselling that I offer provides a safe, confidential space for clients to explore difficult issues, obstacles, choices, and aspirations. I work in a psychosynthetic context that within each individual there exists both a personality (patterns of behaviour) as well as a spiritual aspect (our innate potential) encompassing work at the levels of mind and thinking, body and feeling, spirit and purpose. In our personal and professional lives each of us is a Self that is both divine and human.
One of the most difficult parts of the therapeutic process is taking that first step – deciding to talk to someone. The counselling that I offer provides a safe, confidential space for clients to explore difficult issues, obstacles, choices, and aspirations. I work in a psychosynthetic context that within each individual there exists both a personality (patterns of behaviour) as well as a spiritual aspect (our innate potential) encompassing work at the levels of mind and thinking, body and feeling, spirit and purpose. In our personal and professional lives each of us is a Self that is both divine and human.
Guy Suter | Psychologist (Chartered, HCPC)
Psychologist, MA, HCPC - Couns. Psych.
Verified Verified
Horsham RH12
The demands of everyday life can be difficult to deal with for all of us at times. Talking about your psychological health with someone who is comfortable and familiar with such issues, who can listen without judgement and who is trained to help you overcome such difficulties, may be a helpful step forward. As a registered psychologist, I am trained to help people with their psychological health using a range of approaches to treatment. I often use a Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT) approach to treatment, as it is an evidenced based approach that is well supported by research as being effective with a wide range of concerns.
The demands of everyday life can be difficult to deal with for all of us at times. Talking about your psychological health with someone who is comfortable and familiar with such issues, who can listen without judgement and who is trained to help you overcome such difficulties, may be a helpful step forward. As a registered psychologist, I am trained to help people with their psychological health using a range of approaches to treatment. I often use a Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT) approach to treatment, as it is an evidenced based approach that is well supported by research as being effective with a wide range of concerns.
Perhaps you are reading this because of curiosity... wondering how I can help? I offer a safe, non-judgemental space for you to be heard and understood. Feeling lost, stuck, challenged or unknowing with where you are right now? Feel overwhelmed? Anxious? My clients say therapy has given them "...a chance to breathe". Seeking counselling from a professionally trained therapist has become a more recognised and useful way to support your desire for change. Would you like to feel in the centre of your own life again, or maybe for the first time, feel more able to direct your life?
Perhaps you are reading this because of curiosity... wondering how I can help? I offer a safe, non-judgemental space for you to be heard and understood. Feeling lost, stuck, challenged or unknowing with where you are right now? Feel overwhelmed? Anxious? My clients say therapy has given them "...a chance to breathe". Seeking counselling from a professionally trained therapist has become a more recognised and useful way to support your desire for change. Would you like to feel in the centre of your own life again, or maybe for the first time, feel more able to direct your life?
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How does your Counsellor compare?
Number of Counsellors in RH12
60+
Average cost per session
£60
Counsellors in RH12 who prioritize treating:
| 91% | Anxiety |
| 88% | Depression |
| 87% | Self Esteem |
| 84% | Stress |
| 72% | Relationship Issues |
| 72% | Bereavement |
| 64% | Coping Skills |
Average years in practice
9 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
| 75% | Aviva |
| 67% | Bupa |
| 58% | AXA PPP |
How Counsellors in RH12 see their clients
| 92% | In Person and Online | |
| 8% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
| 86% | Female | |
| 14% | Male |