Male Counselling in Eastbourne, ENG

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Sam Driscoll
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Eastbourne BN21
As a person-centred practitioner, I believe the potential to grow and develop is inherent within all hu man beings and that the relationships we develop and maintain can either hinder this process or empower it.
Life is difficult and often complex, sometimes engaging in a professional therapeutic relationship can help us make sense of things that are causing us distress. I am a person-centred therapist and I care deeply about the work I do. My therapeutic modality has trained me to work holistically with people as a whole rather than work in a problem specific way. I endeavour to co-create relationships which have a healing effect on my clients. Although I have extensive experience with depression, anxiety and addiction, I work with people, not just their problems.
As a person-centred practitioner, I believe the potential to grow and develop is inherent within all hu man beings and that the relationships we develop and maintain can either hinder this process or empower it.
Life is difficult and often complex, sometimes engaging in a professional therapeutic relationship can help us make sense of things that are causing us distress. I am a person-centred therapist and I care deeply about the work I do. My therapeutic modality has trained me to work holistically with people as a whole rather than work in a problem specific way. I endeavour to co-create relationships which have a healing effect on my clients. Although I have extensive experience with depression, anxiety and addiction, I work with people, not just their problems.
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Alan Smithson
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Eastbourne BN21
Whatever you're going through, I'm listening.
Whatever you're going through, I'm listening.
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Martin Barry Ollington
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Eastbourne BN22
I also work with many other issues.
Welcome to my counselling and psychotherapy private practice. I work in 2 practices - Wallington and Eastbourne surrey. Online, around the UK and internationally. www.zoomcounsellor.com www.integrativecounsellor.com
I also work with many other issues.
Welcome to my counselling and psychotherapy private practice. I work in 2 practices - Wallington and Eastbourne surrey. Online, around the UK and internationally. www.zoomcounsellor.com www.integrativecounsellor.com
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Mark Powell
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, PNCPS Acc.
Verified Verified
Eastbourne BN23
Hello and thankyou for visiting my profile .firstly I aim to help people feel relaxed and calm coming into therapy. From here, to help identify what troubles, concerns, struggles etc they may be having. I also aim to work contractually and work together to agree on a course and plan of session treatment, which may contain goals, aims, and targets particularly if 'change' is required for the client's wants and needs. I will always hold the clients best interest at heart and provide as much help, guidance and support as possible. I provide a compassionate,non judgemental environment and allow the client the space and time they need
Hello and thankyou for visiting my profile .firstly I aim to help people feel relaxed and calm coming into therapy. From here, to help identify what troubles, concerns, struggles etc they may be having. I also aim to work contractually and work together to agree on a course and plan of session treatment, which may contain goals, aims, and targets particularly if 'change' is required for the client's wants and needs. I will always hold the clients best interest at heart and provide as much help, guidance and support as possible. I provide a compassionate,non judgemental environment and allow the client the space and time they need
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Steven Eserin
Psychotherapist, BACP
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Eastbourne BN21
I offer 1-1 counselling and psychotherapy, group and couples therapy, plus supervision and training. From personal development through to complex mental health problems; my approach is integrative but primarily Gestalt therapy. I focus on awareness and contact, exploring choice; Expanding our awareness of ourselves and how we might make healthier choices. You will be supported to explore your experience in the present moment, and experiment with alternatives within the safe space therapy provides. With the emphasis on this moment we challenge perceptions and norms, and support you to push your personal development.
I offer 1-1 counselling and psychotherapy, group and couples therapy, plus supervision and training. From personal development through to complex mental health problems; my approach is integrative but primarily Gestalt therapy. I focus on awareness and contact, exploring choice; Expanding our awareness of ourselves and how we might make healthier choices. You will be supported to explore your experience in the present moment, and experiment with alternatives within the safe space therapy provides. With the emphasis on this moment we challenge perceptions and norms, and support you to push your personal development.
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Ben French at Eastbourne Child Therapy
Psychotherapist, MA, BPC
Verified Verified
Eastbourne BN21
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 Port man (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 Port man (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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Nicolas Karapatis
Psychotherapist, MA, MUKCP
Verified Verified
Eastbourne BN21
This is done in a confidential and non-judgemental manner, with emphasis on empowering you to clear away the obstacles that might be holding you back in life.
As an existential counsellor and psychotherapist I work with individuals who are seeking to improve their situation in life. You might be suffering from anxiety, depression, addiction, or just wanting to reflect on your position in the world and the decisions that have brought you to the present moment. Whatever the issue might be, talking through your problems can bring new light to how you see yourself and those around you.
This is done in a confidential and non-judgemental manner, with emphasis on empowering you to clear away the obstacles that might be holding you back in life.
As an existential counsellor and psychotherapist I work with individuals who are seeking to improve their situation in life. You might be suffering from anxiety, depression, addiction, or just wanting to reflect on your position in the world and the decisions that have brought you to the present moment. Whatever the issue might be, talking through your problems can bring new light to how you see yourself and those around you.
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Mark Potter
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Eastbourne BN22
My Name is Mark. I specialise in helping people overcome and gain recovery from Sex Addiction, and have been doing so since 2009. During this time I have tailored my style of therapy to enable my clients to not only gain as much insight to their own addiction, but also the tools to live a more fulfilling life free of addiction. I still feel sex addiction is a taboo area in today’s society where very few people including general counsellors do not fully understand the severity and impact caused.
My Name is Mark. I specialise in helping people overcome and gain recovery from Sex Addiction, and have been doing so since 2009. During this time I have tailored my style of therapy to enable my clients to not only gain as much insight to their own addiction, but also the tools to live a more fulfilling life free of addiction. I still feel sex addiction is a taboo area in today’s society where very few people including general counsellors do not fully understand the severity and impact caused.
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Phoenix Therapy
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Eastbourne BN21
Thank you for choosing to view my profile. Life is never a straight line and sometimes there can be obstacles that cause us to need to reach out for help to overcome them. I am a qualified counsellor/psychotherapist that takes a person-centred approach to working with clients. This means I will work with you, at a speed and depth that's comfortable, without judgement or interpretation. I believe that we as individuals are the experts of our own lives, and we all have the ability to develop and change when given the right nurturing conditions.
Thank you for choosing to view my profile. Life is never a straight line and sometimes there can be obstacles that cause us to need to reach out for help to overcome them. I am a qualified counsellor/psychotherapist that takes a person-centred approach to working with clients. This means I will work with you, at a speed and depth that's comfortable, without judgement or interpretation. I believe that we as individuals are the experts of our own lives, and we all have the ability to develop and change when given the right nurturing conditions.
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Mark Evetts
Psychotherapist, MA, MBACP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Eastbourne BN20
18 years experience as a Psychotherapist. Online Counselling provided for those isolated at home. It’s very normal to need help when life is challenging or distressing. Such upsets might be because of loss, anxiety, depression or maybe due to childhood neglect, abuse or trauma. Some people simply want to learn more about themselves. Whatever the reason, counselling is a way to help you discover more of who you are, your resilience, find strength and determine a successful strategy that works for you.
18 years experience as a Psychotherapist. Online Counselling provided for those isolated at home. It’s very normal to need help when life is challenging or distressing. Such upsets might be because of loss, anxiety, depression or maybe due to childhood neglect, abuse or trauma. Some people simply want to learn more about themselves. Whatever the reason, counselling is a way to help you discover more of who you are, your resilience, find strength and determine a successful strategy that works for you.
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Scott Doane
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Eastbourne BN22
In individual counselling, I work with both men and wo men to help them overcome any challenges they are facing, and to enable them to thrive these challenges.
I provide a safe, non-judgmental environment where we work together towards your own wellbeing, and to overcome any struggles you are facing. I work with individuals and couples. I am open minded and non-discriminatory. I have experience working with those who struggle with Anxiety, Depression, and Suicidal thoughts. I also have experience working with those who are facing big changes in their lives – through retirement, career changes, health issues and relationship challenges. As a male counsellor, I have particular insight into the male world, but I work equally with men and wo men in exploring their questions and challenges
In individual counselling, I work with both men and wo men to help them overcome any challenges they are facing, and to enable them to thrive these challenges.
I provide a safe, non-judgmental environment where we work together towards your own wellbeing, and to overcome any struggles you are facing. I work with individuals and couples. I am open minded and non-discriminatory. I have experience working with those who struggle with Anxiety, Depression, and Suicidal thoughts. I also have experience working with those who are facing big changes in their lives – through retirement, career changes, health issues and relationship challenges. As a male counsellor, I have particular insight into the male world, but I work equally with men and wo men in exploring their questions and challenges
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Dr Alan Hebben-Wadey
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
Eastbourne BN20
I am a Clinical Psychologist with extensive experience in mental health, providing high-quality, evidence-based therapies to individuals and couples. In my private practice I offer assessments, therapy, and professional training. At Canterbury Christchurch University, I teach and develop courses on therapy for long-term health issues. My advanced training includes CBT, EMDR, Compassion Focused Therapy, ACT, and Emotion Focused Therapy. I have led NHS services for heart conditions, diabetes, neurological disorders, and workplace stress, and am dedicated to advancing mental health care through education and service development.
I am a Clinical Psychologist with extensive experience in mental health, providing high-quality, evidence-based therapies to individuals and couples. In my private practice I offer assessments, therapy, and professional training. At Canterbury Christchurch University, I teach and develop courses on therapy for long-term health issues. My advanced training includes CBT, EMDR, Compassion Focused Therapy, ACT, and Emotion Focused Therapy. I have led NHS services for heart conditions, diabetes, neurological disorders, and workplace stress, and am dedicated to advancing mental health care through education and service development.
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Rhys James Quantrill
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Eastbourne BN23
You've found your way here, welcome. We can struggle tremendously in trying to contend with life’s challenges alone. As daunting as it can sometimes feel, asking for support can feel freeing in itself. I’m yet to know exactly what has brought you here but I trust you are here for a reason. Maybe you are feeling disconnected from yourself, experiencing relationship difficulties, or going through huge changes. Our reasons for seeking counselling support may differ but we all want to feel heard, valued and appreciated in who we are and what we have to share and that is what I trust you will feel in the space I am offering you.
You've found your way here, welcome. We can struggle tremendously in trying to contend with life’s challenges alone. As daunting as it can sometimes feel, asking for support can feel freeing in itself. I’m yet to know exactly what has brought you here but I trust you are here for a reason. Maybe you are feeling disconnected from yourself, experiencing relationship difficulties, or going through huge changes. Our reasons for seeking counselling support may differ but we all want to feel heard, valued and appreciated in who we are and what we have to share and that is what I trust you will feel in the space I am offering you.
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Steve Neesam
Psychotherapist, MUKCP
Verified Verified
Eastbourne BN26
We all experience times in our lives which feel overwhelming. It may be the constant dread that comes with anxiety, the inability to feel and pleasure in life because of depression you feel in the grip of a controlling behaviour. Whatever is dominating your life and draining it of pleasure, you can change things. I am an experienced and fully qualified psychotherapist and hypnotherapist I can help free you from this pain.
We all experience times in our lives which feel overwhelming. It may be the constant dread that comes with anxiety, the inability to feel and pleasure in life because of depression you feel in the grip of a controlling behaviour. Whatever is dominating your life and draining it of pleasure, you can change things. I am an experienced and fully qualified psychotherapist and hypnotherapist I can help free you from this pain.
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Reuben Alexander
Counsellor, ACC Reg
Verified Verified
Eastbourne BN21
My clients are men who recognize the value of seeking support for their mental well-being. While perhaps successful in many areas of life, men often experience challenges with stress, relationships, anxiety, depression or finding meaning and purpose. I help clients in self-exploration and personal growth, and help to facilitate lasting positive change and a deeper understanding of oneself.
My clients are men who recognize the value of seeking support for their mental well-being. While perhaps successful in many areas of life, men often experience challenges with stress, relationships, anxiety, depression or finding meaning and purpose. I help clients in self-exploration and personal growth, and help to facilitate lasting positive change and a deeper understanding of oneself.
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Patrick McCurry
Psychotherapist, MUKCP
Verified Verified
Eastbourne BN21
But many people find that therapy helps them feel better and, over time, find new ways of handling challenges.
You are probably struggling with something in your life which you have been unable to resolve yourself. This may be a relationship or sexual problem, anger issues, family problems, anxiety/depression or maybe just a feeling that something is missing in your life. You may have found that you haven't been able to come up with a solution and that talking to family or friends feels like you're burdening them or it is hard to get an objective perspective. Instead of feeling like you're going round in circles and repeating the same mistakes, you'd like to feel more free and empowered.
But many people find that therapy helps them feel better and, over time, find new ways of handling challenges.
You are probably struggling with something in your life which you have been unable to resolve yourself. This may be a relationship or sexual problem, anger issues, family problems, anxiety/depression or maybe just a feeling that something is missing in your life. You may have found that you haven't been able to come up with a solution and that talking to family or friends feels like you're burdening them or it is hard to get an objective perspective. Instead of feeling like you're going round in circles and repeating the same mistakes, you'd like to feel more free and empowered.
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John Barber Bsc Msc (Dist.)
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBABCP
Verified Verified
Eastbourne BN23
John trained in Psychology at London and Oxford Universities. He then worked as an internal consultant for Unilever Research Laboratories until 2003. In 2004 he trained in Cognitive Behaviour Therapy, holding an honorary lectureship at Derby University, before moving to the NHS providing CBT for teenagers. He now works privately for adults and children.
John trained in Psychology at London and Oxford Universities. He then worked as an internal consultant for Unilever Research Laboratories until 2003. In 2004 he trained in Cognitive Behaviour Therapy, holding an honorary lectureship at Derby University, before moving to the NHS providing CBT for teenagers. He now works privately for adults and children.
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Why? Counselling
Counsellor, BACP
Verified Verified
Eastbourne BN26
As a counsellor specialising in trauma, I understand how difficult it is to function with the intrusive symptoms that come from being exposed to a traumatic event/s, such as the flashbacks, avoiding people and places that bring up uncomfortable feelings, or just feeling on edge all of the time. Trauma can also take a terrible toll on those closest to you while you struggle to deal with overwhelming emotions. Taking the first steps to see a counsellor, even if it’s not your first time, requires immense courage, that's why I believe in creating a comfortable, empathic space where you can feel truly understood, supported and safe.
As a counsellor specialising in trauma, I understand how difficult it is to function with the intrusive symptoms that come from being exposed to a traumatic event/s, such as the flashbacks, avoiding people and places that bring up uncomfortable feelings, or just feeling on edge all of the time. Trauma can also take a terrible toll on those closest to you while you struggle to deal with overwhelming emotions. Taking the first steps to see a counsellor, even if it’s not your first time, requires immense courage, that's why I believe in creating a comfortable, empathic space where you can feel truly understood, supported and safe.
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Duncan Long
Psychotherapist, MUKCP
Verified Verified
Eastbourne BN21
I work with other gay men who experience challenges around sex, chemsex, sexuality, identity and shame.
Hello! A very warm welcome to you. As we face these uncertain times in our world, we find ourselves coming up against many challenges that may be exacerbating our existing internal struggles. It feels more important than ever to find some sense of certainty and purpose in these difficult times. The very idea of isolation can bring on fear and anxiety, uncertainty around our livelihoods can trigger old and new coping strategies that may feel damaging to one’s self.
I work with other gay men who experience challenges around sex, chemsex, sexuality, identity and shame.
Hello! A very warm welcome to you. As we face these uncertain times in our world, we find ourselves coming up against many challenges that may be exacerbating our existing internal struggles. It feels more important than ever to find some sense of certainty and purpose in these difficult times. The very idea of isolation can bring on fear and anxiety, uncertainty around our livelihoods can trigger old and new coping strategies that may feel damaging to one’s self.
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Alex Francis
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Eastbourne BN20
I have worked with clients suffering the effects of anxiety, stress, depression, relationship issues, loss or bereavement, childhood trauma, drug or alcohol problems and many of life’s other challenges.
If you’re feeling sad, anxious or lost, struggling with relationships, or stuck in familiar negative patterns of thoughts or behaviour, please contact me to see how counselling can help.
I have worked with clients suffering the effects of anxiety, stress, depression, relationship issues, loss or bereavement, childhood trauma, drug or alcohol problems and many of life’s other challenges.
If you’re feeling sad, anxious or lost, struggling with relationships, or stuck in familiar negative patterns of thoughts or behaviour, please contact me to see how counselling can help.
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Male Counsellors

As a man, why might I want to see a male therapist?

There are many reasons a man might wish to work with a male therapist, including a degree of shared identity, which may help client and therapist connect to each other and allow for a more free-flowing discussion of issues that can be deeply personal. Some men may feel more comfortable talking to a male therapist about relationship concerns, the pressures they feel around the roles society and family place on men, career or job challenges, self-esteem, or anger problems. For some men who have not had a male role models in their lives, a good male therapist may be especially helpful.

How can I find out about a therapist’s experience treating men?

Individuals looking for treatment should feel comfortable directly asking a therapist about their history treating men overall and the issues that arise in therapy with men. A good therapist will be happy to discuss such matters as well as their educational background, approach to treatment, and how they think they can aid a prospective client. Prospective clients should also ask what the expectation is for treatment, and what the fee structure is, and whether and which insurance plans are accepted.

Can clients benefit from having a therapist of the same gender?

Therapy is not gender-specific, but some men as well as women feel more comfortable opening up about their experiences and history with a male therapist. An individual may feel that they have to explain less background information and be on the same page more quickly, particularly when discussing gender-specific challenges, in the case of male clients. Some women have prior negative experiences with women that predispose them to prefer working with a male in therapy. That said, a good clinician can transcend most if not all gender concerns. Ultimately, the most important factor in therapy is the connection and trust the client is able to build with the practitioner.

Would a male therapist have specific training in treating men?

Generally, no. There are no certifications for treating men specifically, but there are continuing education classes that therapists may take that focus on treating men as a group. There are many therapists who focus on men and male issues in their treatment and therefore have experience and expertise in this domain.