A calm place to begin
Counselling in Shoreham-by-Sea for Steady, Compassionate Support
If life feels heavy, confusing or difficult to carry alone, counselling in Shoreham-by-Sea offers a calm, confidential place to talk things through.
I work with adults experiencing anxiety, stress, low self-esteem, relationship difficulties, grief and emotional overwhelm, helping you understand what is happening with greater clarity, reflection and self-compassion.
You can arrive as you are
A Safe Space to Feel Heard
Over 10 Years of Experience
Working with people through emotional challenges, recovery and personal growth.
Qualified Practitioner
Diploma in Transactional Analysis Counselling.
Trauma-Informed Approach
Emotional safety, choice and compassion are central to the work.
Whole-Person Perspective
I consider thoughts, emotions and body awareness together.
Flexible Appointments
One-to-one 60-minute sessions are available face-to-face and online.
Free Initial Conversation
A 15-minute consultation gives us space to see whether working together feels right.
You do not have to tidy up your feelings before bringing them into the room. You can arrive as you are and begin from there.
Whatever is weighing on you
When Counselling May Feel Helpful
People seek emotional support for all sorts of reasons. Sometimes there is a clear event; sometimes it is simply a growing sense that something is not sitting right.
You may be experiencing:
You do not need to be in crisis to begin. A quieter sense of “I don’t want to keep feeling like this” can be reason enough.
Room to reflect
What Sessions Can Offer
Counselling gives you room to slow down and explore your thoughts, emotions and experiences without judgement.
Rather than rushing towards a solution, we can become curious about what is happening and what you may need.
Sessions may help you notice recurring patterns, understand your responses more clearly, build self-awareness and find perspective during difficult periods.
My approach is relational and compassionate. We work together, at a pace that feels manageable for you.
Finding what feels right
Counselling, Therapy & Finding the Right Fit
Counselling is often a good fit when you want steady emotional support, space for reflection and help making sense of current experiences.
If you are noticing long-standing or recurring patterns and feel ready to work more deeply with body awareness, breath and present-moment experience, you may also wish to explore Transformational Self-Love Therapy.
If you are unsure which route fits, you do not need to decide alone.
A little clarity before we begin
What to Expect From Sessions
Before We Begin
You can start with a free 15-minute consultation to talk briefly about what has brought you here and whether working together feels right.
During the Session
Sessions last 60 minutes. We focus on what feels most important for you, with room for honest conversation, reflection and emotional processing.
As We Continue
There is no need to force the process. We can review what is helping and what you would like to explore next.
Experience with warmth
Counselling in Shoreham-by-Sea With a Human Approach
I bring over 10 years of professional experience alongside a Diploma in Transactional Analysis Counselling, a Certificate in Transformational Self-Love Therapy, and trauma-informed training.
I also hold a Level 2 Group Facilitation qualification and a Level 3 Teaching Certificate, with experience supporting people in recovery and resilience settings.
This training allows me to combine reflective talking therapy with a broader understanding of emotional patterns, relationships, self-worth and embodied responses.
For me, good therapy is not about performing wellness. It is about creating enough safety to be honest, curious and human.
A few things you might be wondering
Frequently Asked Questions
How Much Does a Session Cost?
The current fee is £60 for a 60-minute session.
Are Online Sessions Available?
Yes. Face-to-face and online appointments are currently available.
What If I Am Unsure This Is Right for Me?
The free consultation gives us a chance to talk through what you are experiencing and consider the most suitable next step without pressure.
What Can I Talk About in a Session?
You can bring whatever feels most important to you. That might be anxiety, relationship difficulties, low self-esteem, grief, stress, a recent change, or simply a sense that something feels off.
You do not need to organise it neatly beforehand. We can begin with what is present and explore it together.
Whenever you feel ready
Take a Steady First Step
If you are considering counselling in Shoreham-by-Sea, in Brighton or online you do not need to arrive with the perfect words or a complete understanding of what is wrong.
We can begin with what is here now and make space for the rest to unfold from there.
Sometimes that first conversation is enough to help things feel a little clearer and less heavy.