I am a qualified Integrative counsellor, based in Littlehampton, offering a confidential, caring and safe environment in which to talk.

I have worked with a wide range of issues including;-

Anxiety        Depression

Confusion/disorientation

Bipolar             Identity

Bereavement

Eating Disorders

Addictions/obsessive behaviours

Self-harm             Sexual Abuse 

Stress

Trauma and dissociative disorders 

Relationship Issues

Periods of change

 

Taking the first step to see a counsellor can be a daunting task .There are many to choose from and it is important to choose one that is right for you .

 

The initial meeting  :- 

Every counsellor brings their own way of working to the therapeutic relationship, so it is important to use the initial meeting to see if their way of working feels right for you .  The key to a successful outcome is in creating a genuine and authentic relationship, where you feel free to explore difficult and painful experiences and emotions . 

You may experience anxious and nervous feelings even  at the thought of seeing a counsellor . This is perfectly normal .  The initial consultation  will enable you experience the environment and raise any concerns that are troubling you . Don’t be afraid to ask questions  . Remember that  this is a two way experience.

You might decide  to see 2 or 3 counsellors  before making up your mind.  You are making an important decision and you will need to feel that you have chosen a space that feels safe and comfortable .

 

There is no greater feeling , than the delight felt , in being totally ok to be oneself

Caroline Neilson