Caroline Neilson

Everyone brings their unique, and individual , way of being into every relationship and I feel that the counselling alliance must reflect this.

Being listened to, and heard, can bring about a great sense of relief , especially when you feel that you are facing your problems all alone. Everyone has the right to feel valued , cared for and supported. However ,  people  will often put the needs of others before themselves. It is important , first and foremost, to develop self care and compassion. This is not selfish ( as people often tend to think ). It is from this place that we can be of most help to others.   

Everyone carries forward themes and patterns , which are based on earlier experiences .  Together , we will uncover the negative thought patterns that you have about yourself and work towards transforming them into more positive belief systems, which will enable you to live in a more life-affirming way .

Negative beliefs are always fear-based and can keep you stuck in survival states. Here you will experience  anxious and depressive symptoms and will look for coping mechanisms to help you manage this hyperarousal . The aim of therapy is to help you identify the patterns, which cause the symptoms and resulting behaviour , and shift your perspective from one of powerlessness to authentically owning your own power in a nurturing and compassionate way . 

The Integrative approach also means that I work with bringing hidden aspects of yourself into awareness and include transpersonal elements in my way of working. The transpersonal is an internal knowing - the part of you that knows when something does or doesn't feel right, but is often drowned out by doubts and fears.

This is an holistic approach, incorporating intuition, emotions, thoughts, behaviours, body awareness, breathwork and visualisation. 

 A counselling session costs £50 and lasts for one hour. We meet on a regular weekly or fortnightly basis , depending on what your budget will allow 

A Concessionary rate of £45 is available for those on a lower income, subject to agreement.

Students £40

Online via Zoom . £50 an hour ( to be paid 24 hours in advance of appointment) 

Couples counselling £75 

Testimonials

"I am so grateful to be able to work with Caroline. When I look at how far I've come, my experience of life has changed through this process and feels so much richer now. That's not to say I don't still have difficulties and a way to go, but I've developed and continue to develop the resolve to deal with these. Nor is that to say, I haven't had to work hard myself, but being in therapy throughout this has been a tremendous support. With Caroline, I really feel like I have someone there who is on my side and a lot of the time that is all I have needed. Having such a supportive relationship in my life has, I feel, been key in developing a much better relationship with myself. 5* recommendation from me :)"
                                                                              Mark ( Worthing )


'Caroline instantly made me feel at ease and conversation started easily. Throughout the sessions, I was encouraged to start focusing on myself again and how it important it was to show my needs and weaknesses to others and not keep my anxieties to myself .
Caroline didn't solve my problems, she showed me how to work through them.
After each session , I felt inspired and confident about my future. '
                                                                                    Lisa (Worthing)

'I've recently come to the end of a long journey and chapter in my life and I can honestly say I feel brand new!     Thankfully I had Caroline, with me, to hold my hand through the ups and downs.

When I first came to see Caroline she made me feel comfortable and welcome which, for me, helped me relax and, probably for the first time, helped me be me. She was always calming, welcoming and very professional. Sometimes it was hard, sometimes I felt sad and some things were difficult to deal with and work through, but I never felt judged. I've come a long way and I now feel like I know who I am and where I fit into my life.

I would highly recommend anyone who has any struggles, in life, to take the step and have some counselling. Let's face it, that is all of us! , and Caroline is the perfect professional to help you find the way to a happier, better you.'

                                                                  Female ( Arundel )