Counselling in Lewes
![Photo of Rebecca Wilson Green, MA, Psychotherapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/bb59d236-2823-4fb2-b9c1-67fcac80bd14/1/320x400.jpeg)
I offer both short-term and long-term support - using creative and expressive arts to help you to explore and understand your thoughts and feelings, especially if you sometimes have difficulty putting things into words. I welcome people who identify as LGBTQIA+ and people who are neurodivergent, including late-diagnosed or self-diagnosed autistic adults. I am committed to anti-racist and anti-oppressive practice, and I provide inclusive, non-judgemental support - particularly for people who have experienced stigma or discrimination in the past.
I offer both short-term and long-term support - using creative and expressive arts to help you to explore and understand your thoughts and feelings, especially if you sometimes have difficulty putting things into words. I welcome people who identify as LGBTQIA+ and people who are neurodivergent, including late-diagnosed or self-diagnosed autistic adults. I am committed to anti-racist and anti-oppressive practice, and I provide inclusive, non-judgemental support - particularly for people who have experienced stigma or discrimination in the past.
![Photo of Anna Cohen, PhD, ACP, Psychotherapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/bc4ca291-2f62-4e9f-908c-ba5eacf8739e/1/320x400.jpeg)
I am a Senior Child and Adolescent Psychotherapist with over twenty years experience working in the NHS and independently. I usually work with children and young people up to the age of 25. I also offer consultations and therapeutic parenting sessions to parents and other family members who may be caring for a child. I see children and young people with a range of needs, including trauma, anxiety and low mood. I often work with clients who are neurodiverse or have a learning difficulty. I am experienced at working with clients with histories of self harm and eating disorders.
I am a Senior Child and Adolescent Psychotherapist with over twenty years experience working in the NHS and independently. I usually work with children and young people up to the age of 25. I also offer consultations and therapeutic parenting sessions to parents and other family members who may be caring for a child. I see children and young people with a range of needs, including trauma, anxiety and low mood. I often work with clients who are neurodiverse or have a learning difficulty. I am experienced at working with clients with histories of self harm and eating disorders.
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There are times in your life when you may encounter difficult challenges, feel overwhelmed, stuck & find yourself struggling. You don't need to face this alone. As a Counselling clinician I integrate a range of counselling approaches aiming to work alongside you towards a better understanding of yourself & the issues you are going through. My approach is Humanistic Integrative & Person Centred based which means I tailor the way I work to suit the needs of each person.
There are times in your life when you may encounter difficult challenges, feel overwhelmed, stuck & find yourself struggling. You don't need to face this alone. As a Counselling clinician I integrate a range of counselling approaches aiming to work alongside you towards a better understanding of yourself & the issues you are going through. My approach is Humanistic Integrative & Person Centred based which means I tailor the way I work to suit the needs of each person.
![Photo of Craig Morgan, MBACP, Counsellor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/1adaeb5e-3950-4e6f-ad80-fb7aa6775db7/2/320x400.jpeg)
Hello there! Thank you so much for taking the time to check out my profile. I completely understand how daunting it can be to find the right counsellor for you, which is why I am here to help. My name is Craig, and I am a person-centred therapist. Essentially, what this means is that I believe in a humanistic approach to therapy that puts the client at the centre of the process.
Hello there! Thank you so much for taking the time to check out my profile. I completely understand how daunting it can be to find the right counsellor for you, which is why I am here to help. My name is Craig, and I am a person-centred therapist. Essentially, what this means is that I believe in a humanistic approach to therapy that puts the client at the centre of the process.
![Photo of John Davis, MA, MBACP, Psychotherapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/483dda6c-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/2/320x400.jpeg)
Welcome. I am an Integrative Psychotherapist who has worked in depth with both adolescents & adults dealing with a variety of issues; depression, bereavement, sexuality, anxiety, relationships and complex life issues which sometimes cause us distress in our life. For me it is important to get to know you and learn where you would like the focus of our work to be. I can offer you a safe space in which we can explore your issues and gain new perspectives on them; hopefully enabling you to move forward in life
Welcome. I am an Integrative Psychotherapist who has worked in depth with both adolescents & adults dealing with a variety of issues; depression, bereavement, sexuality, anxiety, relationships and complex life issues which sometimes cause us distress in our life. For me it is important to get to know you and learn where you would like the focus of our work to be. I can offer you a safe space in which we can explore your issues and gain new perspectives on them; hopefully enabling you to move forward in life
![Photo of Paul Skinner, MBACP, Counsellor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/c8f1b8a0-4939-4d5e-bfe8-f9ef207b094e/3/320x400.jpeg)
There are many reasons you may be seeking counselling but I imagine you are wanting something to change. My aim is to facilitate a relationship that is tailored to you and created with you. This provides the conditions for you to freely and safely explore the challenges you may face as well as the trauma or difficulties you have experienced. Counselling is not only about what we think of ourselves and our life but more importantly, our felt sense of ourselves and our visceral experience of life. Giving space and awareness to our experience is what informs us of what is needed for healing, growth and change.
There are many reasons you may be seeking counselling but I imagine you are wanting something to change. My aim is to facilitate a relationship that is tailored to you and created with you. This provides the conditions for you to freely and safely explore the challenges you may face as well as the trauma or difficulties you have experienced. Counselling is not only about what we think of ourselves and our life but more importantly, our felt sense of ourselves and our visceral experience of life. Giving space and awareness to our experience is what informs us of what is needed for healing, growth and change.
![Photo of Joe Mattinson - Joe M Online Therapy, MNCPS Acc., Counsellor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/c12b7c8b-792f-478f-9409-311825dcf03d/1/320x400.jpeg)
Hi, I'm Joe, someone you can really talk to. We can talk about relationship problems, we can talk about grief and bereavement, we can talk about feeling stuck, feeling depressed or anxious - we can talk about whatever you need.
Hi, I'm Joe, someone you can really talk to. We can talk about relationship problems, we can talk about grief and bereavement, we can talk about feeling stuck, feeling depressed or anxious - we can talk about whatever you need.
![Photo of Mary Gordon-Cumming, DCounsPsych, MNCPS Acc., Counsellor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/e861c114-d092-4d17-afbb-85a6d779ed48/1/320x400.jpeg)
Choosing the right therapist can feel impossible especially when you're already feeling low, overwhelmed or disconnected. I offer a free first session so you can meet me and see if you think you'd like to work together. I’m down to earth and approachable and will create a supportive space for you and all your feelings so you can explore whatever it is that’s weighing you down. I want you to feel truly seen and heard. Often that’s all it takes to find a fresh perspective but I can also push and challenge you to help break away from whatever it is that’s been holding you back. You don’t have to figure everything out on your own.
Choosing the right therapist can feel impossible especially when you're already feeling low, overwhelmed or disconnected. I offer a free first session so you can meet me and see if you think you'd like to work together. I’m down to earth and approachable and will create a supportive space for you and all your feelings so you can explore whatever it is that’s weighing you down. I want you to feel truly seen and heard. Often that’s all it takes to find a fresh perspective but I can also push and challenge you to help break away from whatever it is that’s been holding you back. You don’t have to figure everything out on your own.
![Photo of Cressida Stevens, MSc, MBACP Accred, Counsellor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/50f4f5ec-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/2/320x400.jpeg)
Are you experiencing feelings such as anxiety, low mood, unhappiness or perhaps a sense that something is not right and life is difficult? This could be through loss, relationship problems, family difficulties, the impact of past experience or it maybe that you don’t know why, counselling can provide a safe non-judgmental space for you to express difficult emotions and talk about your experiences in a safe environment.
Are you experiencing feelings such as anxiety, low mood, unhappiness or perhaps a sense that something is not right and life is difficult? This could be through loss, relationship problems, family difficulties, the impact of past experience or it maybe that you don’t know why, counselling can provide a safe non-judgmental space for you to express difficult emotions and talk about your experiences in a safe environment.
![Photo of Rosalind Field, MSc, MUKCP, Psychotherapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/d1f665b1-67ab-46f7-a609-5d04cf5c5d50/1/320x400.jpeg)
As I work relationally and with unconscious processes I work well with any presenting issues that are related to attachment. These may be experienced as anxiety, depression, OCD, bereavement issues, substance use etc. You may have difficulties forming meaningful lasting relationships or have recognised a pattern in things going wrong in your life which make you unhappy. You may have current issues with your children that are echoing past hurts of your own that need attending to. I can help you to explore these issues within the safe and holding relationship that we can create together.
As I work relationally and with unconscious processes I work well with any presenting issues that are related to attachment. These may be experienced as anxiety, depression, OCD, bereavement issues, substance use etc. You may have difficulties forming meaningful lasting relationships or have recognised a pattern in things going wrong in your life which make you unhappy. You may have current issues with your children that are echoing past hurts of your own that need attending to. I can help you to explore these issues within the safe and holding relationship that we can create together.
![Photo of Sarah Brown, MA, MBACP Accred, Psychotherapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/e3d0d484-f059-4846-9b3a-cf9df7145b60/3/320x400.jpeg)
Are you are anxious, depressed, stressed and struggling to cope? Are you feeling that old issues and feelings are overwhelming you? As an EMDR Practitioner, I can help with these unmanageable feelings. In an initial session we can discuss your problems, your goals and work out a treatment plan. I offer EMDR and we target specific traumatic experiences and symptoms. A large body of neuroscience research has found that working at a subcortical level, using EMDR, effectively reprocesses experiences that are stuck in your body and your nervous system. After EMDR you are likely to feel much less dys-regulated.
Are you are anxious, depressed, stressed and struggling to cope? Are you feeling that old issues and feelings are overwhelming you? As an EMDR Practitioner, I can help with these unmanageable feelings. In an initial session we can discuss your problems, your goals and work out a treatment plan. I offer EMDR and we target specific traumatic experiences and symptoms. A large body of neuroscience research has found that working at a subcortical level, using EMDR, effectively reprocesses experiences that are stuck in your body and your nervous system. After EMDR you are likely to feel much less dys-regulated.
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My ideal client would be someone who already knows themselves a little, has possibly been in therapy before, so understands the path ahead. Someone who is emotionally intelligent and truth seeking; perhaps someone who seeks a deeper understanding of themselves, their context and their relationships.
My ideal client would be someone who already knows themselves a little, has possibly been in therapy before, so understands the path ahead. Someone who is emotionally intelligent and truth seeking; perhaps someone who seeks a deeper understanding of themselves, their context and their relationships.
![Photo of Eileen Kemp, MBACP Accred, Counsellor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/51b94b6d-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/2/320x400.jpeg)
Having experienced at first hand the hugely positive impact counselling has had on my own life, I chose to train as a psychodynamic therapist to help others experience the same profound benefits. I now use an integrative approach, which has enriched my work with clients. Working with you, we will together examine and uncover often unconscious or repressed memories which in turn can drive unhelpful patterns of behaviour. We will explore the sources of your problems and aim to deal with the underlying issues, not just try to find a way to cope with them. Only by making peace with the past can you look forward to a happy future.
Having experienced at first hand the hugely positive impact counselling has had on my own life, I chose to train as a psychodynamic therapist to help others experience the same profound benefits. I now use an integrative approach, which has enriched my work with clients. Working with you, we will together examine and uncover often unconscious or repressed memories which in turn can drive unhelpful patterns of behaviour. We will explore the sources of your problems and aim to deal with the underlying issues, not just try to find a way to cope with them. Only by making peace with the past can you look forward to a happy future.
![Photo of Graeme Mills, MBACP Accred, Psychotherapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/4fd0d5a3-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/2/320x400.jpeg)
Do you need to talk? Starting a counselling relationship is a pro-active and positive step to help you manage your life more effectively. You may only need a few sessions. I have experience of working on a short term basis as well as working longer term. I am confident I can help you deal with whatever symptoms of anxiety or depression you are experiencing I have many years experience, having worked in private practice and for a variety of organisations-including the NHS.
Do you need to talk? Starting a counselling relationship is a pro-active and positive step to help you manage your life more effectively. You may only need a few sessions. I have experience of working on a short term basis as well as working longer term. I am confident I can help you deal with whatever symptoms of anxiety or depression you are experiencing I have many years experience, having worked in private practice and for a variety of organisations-including the NHS.
![Photo of Karen Baguley, MNCPS Acc., Counsellor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/c5dc6d84-9080-49c2-9364-92edbd65502f/2/320x400.jpeg)
I provide a safe and secure place to discuss issues and look for long-term solutions to increase your mental wellbeing. Whether you are stressed, anxious or depressed and for whatever reason, you are looking for help now, finding an accredited therapist is the first step to feeling better.
I provide a safe and secure place to discuss issues and look for long-term solutions to increase your mental wellbeing. Whether you are stressed, anxious or depressed and for whatever reason, you are looking for help now, finding an accredited therapist is the first step to feeling better.
![Photo of Danelle Prytherch, HCPC - Clin. Psych., Psychologist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/8b9115f7-5344-488d-a611-fbcbee5e1082/2/320x400.jpeg)
I am a Clinical Psychologist dedicated to supporting people navigating the complexities of modern life. With over 15 years of experience in mental health, I offer a range of talking therapies in a safe and confidential environment. After a process of assessment and collaborative formulation of your difficulties, we will work with tailored, evidence based psychological interventions. Please get in touch if you are interested in working together.
I am a Clinical Psychologist dedicated to supporting people navigating the complexities of modern life. With over 15 years of experience in mental health, I offer a range of talking therapies in a safe and confidential environment. After a process of assessment and collaborative formulation of your difficulties, we will work with tailored, evidence based psychological interventions. Please get in touch if you are interested in working together.
Speaking to someone else may be the first steps you take in changing what isn’t working for you. I understand that holding painful feelings is hard, and you may be feeling anxious about reaching out for help. My goal is to provide a safe, non-judgemental, confidential space where you will be heard and understood. Together we can take the time to work through issues in a way that makes sense for you.
Speaking to someone else may be the first steps you take in changing what isn’t working for you. I understand that holding painful feelings is hard, and you may be feeling anxious about reaching out for help. My goal is to provide a safe, non-judgemental, confidential space where you will be heard and understood. Together we can take the time to work through issues in a way that makes sense for you.
![Photo of Laura Tinkl, PsychD, CPsychol, Psychologist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/4bcd5118-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/2/320x400.jpeg)
Sometimes children and young people can behave in ways that are difficult to understand. As their parents/carers, we can feel confused as to what might be happening for our child and how we can best help them. Your child might be behaving in ways that frighten you (e.g. violent outbursts or self-harming behaviours) or in other ways that concern you (e.g. increasingly anxious or withdrawn behaviour, refusing school etc.). You may have attended parenting courses, read books or spoken to friends/family, but still feel at a loss as to what to do to help your child and how to feel connected to them again. Now is the time to seek help.
Sometimes children and young people can behave in ways that are difficult to understand. As their parents/carers, we can feel confused as to what might be happening for our child and how we can best help them. Your child might be behaving in ways that frighten you (e.g. violent outbursts or self-harming behaviours) or in other ways that concern you (e.g. increasingly anxious or withdrawn behaviour, refusing school etc.). You may have attended parenting courses, read books or spoken to friends/family, but still feel at a loss as to what to do to help your child and how to feel connected to them again. Now is the time to seek help.
![Photo of Tom Lecocq, UKCP Trainee, Counsellor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/cee13267-246f-4795-9029-e16a1bcd8158/1/320x400.jpeg)
Do you feel that changes are needed in your life, but you're unsure what they are or how to address them? Are you facing significant challenges that leave you feeling overwhelmed? Do you feel like you have too much on your plate? Perhaps there's a part of you that feels disconnected from your true self and longs to rediscover it.
Do you feel that changes are needed in your life, but you're unsure what they are or how to address them? Are you facing significant challenges that leave you feeling overwhelmed? Do you feel like you have too much on your plate? Perhaps there's a part of you that feels disconnected from your true self and longs to rediscover it.
![Photo of Francesca Rutherford, MA, MUKCP, Psychotherapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/508566d1-fcda-4c70-8868-0d1a491ef5d9/2/320x400.jpeg)
I am a Ukcp registered parent infant psychotherapist. I work with pregnant women and couples, parents/keycarers and their babies. My aim is to offer help when parents are struggling with their relationship with their unborn or new babies, the 1001 Critical Days.
I am a Ukcp registered parent infant psychotherapist. I work with pregnant women and couples, parents/keycarers and their babies. My aim is to offer help when parents are struggling with their relationship with their unborn or new babies, the 1001 Critical Days.
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How does your Counsellor compare?
Number of Counsellors in Lewes
100+
Average cost per session
£60
Counsellors in Lewes who prioritize treating:
89% | Anxiety |
84% | Depression |
82% | Relationship Issues |
81% | Self Esteem |
76% | Bereavement |
75% | Stress |
70% | Trauma and PTSD |
Average years in practice
11 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
55% | AXA PPP |
45% | Aviva |
45% | Bupa |
How Counsellors in Lewes see their clients
87% | In Person and Online | |
13% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
77% | Female | |
22% | Male | |
1% | Non-Binary |
FAQs - About Therapy and Counselling
How can I find a therapist in Lewes?
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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).
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.
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.