Nicky Callus MBACP
Profile
Hello and welcome to my profile.
I am an experienced, qualified counsellor, fully insured and BACP registered.
Working from the comfort of my home in Burgess Hill, in a peaceful, private setting, I offer a confidential, safe and non-judgemental space for you to explore whatever problems you may have. My practice room is light and comfortable, and there is available parking.
I also see clients in a counselling room located in the Five Ways area of Brighton, a short drive from the A27/A23, with free, on street parking.
My approach is integrative, which means I draw from a range of models to give you the unique individual attention you require. Talking through your difficulties with a well trained, experienced counsellor can help you gain perspective on sensitive areas, explore options, and from that base make positive changes in your life.
My experience is broad. I often work with people who have been struggling privately with ongoing anxieties and fears. At other times, single life events, such as loss of health, relationship, work, lifestyle, bring people to counselling. I also see people who struggle with alcohol and negative eating patterns and confidence issues.
Alongside my private practice I currently work with a local hospice and a general counselling agency, giving me a wealth of further experience.
For two years I was a counsellor with an addiction agency, based at a local GP surgery, and also with the Information Shop for Young People.
I offer short term and also open-ended counselling for adults and young people.
I receive clinical supervision, and regularly attend workshops for further development.
It is important to link up with a counsellor who feels right for you. This unique alliance has the potential to create valuable, life enhancing changes. I appreciate you might find taking the first step challenging. If you would like to get in touch with me, please e-mail or telephone for a brief chat about your needs and to arrange a possible initial appointment at a time suitable for you. This first meeting is without charge.
All the best
Nicky Callus
Training, Qualifications & Experience
I am a member of the British Association of Counselling and Psychotherapy and abide by their Ethical Framework and Code of Practice.
Qualifications include:-
Diploma in Humanistic Integrative Counselling
Foundation Year Certificate in Transactional Analysis Theory
Diploma in Eating Disorders
Certificate in Trauma Counselling and Therapy
Certificate in Couple Counselling Using the Arts
NVQ2 Adult Social Care
I have further training and experience with the following agencies:-
Sussex Alcohol and Substance Misuse Service - working from GP surgery
St Peters and St James Hospice
The Information Shop for Young People
'beat', national eating disorders organisation
Hastings & Rother Counselling Services
Areas of counselling I deal with
- Abortion
- Abuse
- Addiction(s)
- Alcoholism
- Anorexia Nervosa
- Anxiety
- Bereavement
- Binge Eating Disorder
- Bulimia Nervosa
- Bullying
- Depression
- Eating Disorders
- Emotional Abuse
- Generalised Anxiety
- Low Self-Confidence
- Low Self-Esteem
- Physical Abuse
- Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
- Relationship Issues
- Self Harm
- Sexual Abuse
- Sexual Issues
- Sexuality
- Spirituality
- Stress
- Trauma
- Work Related Issues
Therapies Offered
- Cognitive and Behavioural Therapies
- Humanistic Therapies - Person-Centred Counselling
- Other Therapies - Integrative
- Gestalt Therapy
- Transactional Analysis
- Existential Therapy
Fees
I charge up to £35 per 50 minute session, with rates negotiable for individual circumstances. Your initial appointment is free.
For college students training to be counsellors I usually offer a reduced rate.
Further Information
In Burgess Hill I am located within walking distance from both Burgess Hill and Wivelsfield train stations, and am also on the local bus route.
In Brighton there is a frequent bus service.
If my mobile phone diverts to the messaging service, please leave your details or text me and I will return your inquiry usually within a few hours. I check my e-mails daily.
- Online, email or telephone counselling available


