Chloe Foster

As queer, non-binary, autistic therapist I specialise in offering Email Therapy for queer and trans folks. 

What is Email Counselling?

Email counselling is a type of counselling/therapy where you exchange secure confidential therapeutic emails with a qualified counsellor once a week using a highly secure platform.

Unlike in-person, video, or phone sessions, email counselling is all text-based, therefore we will not see each other’s faces or hear each other's voices. 
 
This can be very liberating for many people. Maybe you’ve never had counselling before and are very anxious to meet me, yet you don’t feel ready to talk. Writing your feelings down might feel easier. 

This is your opportunity to access therapy by writing instead of talking!

Imagine if you could express your emotions and get support for what's really going on​ rather than endless talking where you feel too embarrassed or awkward to say what you really need, to your counsellor. 

Is Email Counselling new?

Email Counselling is in fact not new and has been around for decades. However, as it's a specialist way of working it requires additional training post initial qualification as a counsellor. Until recent years there has only been very basic training available which was tacked on to generic online counselling courses. For this reason, there are still very few counsellors who have undertaken in-depth specialist training in Email Counselling.

Is Email Counselling legit?

Absolutely, Email Counselling is proven as a very powerful way of accessing therapy. So much so that The National Counselling and Psychotherpy Society (NCPS) awarded quality check status on my professional training in Email Counselling which I teach specialist over at my sister org Email Counselling Academy.​​

What makes my approach different?

Have you tried therapy before? Perhaps you felt unable to talk about your gender identity or sexuality. Maybe you didn't want to risk being misgendered, misunderstood and having to educate your counsellor. ​

Let me help you.

I really understand that being LGBTQ+ can sometimes make it difficult to find a counsellor you can trust and feel safe to open up to.

As a Queer, Non-Binary person myself I have personal experience of how it can feel to be judged by professionals.

​I'm passionate about helping LGBTQ+ people - like you - have affirmative counselling which is why I founded Sussex Rainbow Counselling in 2016.​

I believe it's essential to not have to worry about coming out and educating your counsellor about your identity.

Why work with me?

You'll not only get access to my many years experience as an Email Therapist, you'll also get specialist support from an informed professional with over a decade working with gender and sexual diversity. I have significant experience working with trans and non-binary clients and most of my clients are also neurodivergent. ​

If you're queer and/or neurodivergent and looking for a new therapist where you have the freedom to write instead of speak you are in the right place.

How to get started

I have very limited spaces and usually have a waitlist. Once you've added your name I'll notify you when a spot comes up. 

Check my availability here: https://www.sussexrainbowcounselling.com/book-online

Testimonials

"I highly recommend Chloe's ability – Chloe established a sense of trust and safety which was precisely what I needed."

"Chloe is a terrific listener and helped guide me towards constructive reflection and my ability to resolve my own issues."

"It was great – absolutely right style. Subtle pointers so I could leave each sessions with some insight into what to reflect on."

"I just wanted to say thank you again for your help/support as a counsellor over the past 6 months. It really has helped me move on a lot quicker that I thought was possible."

Any questions?

Email me: chloefoster@sussexrainbowcounselling.com

​My work is affirmative of gender, sexuality and relationship diversity (e.g. non-monogamy, poly, kink), as well as being sex-worker affirmative and fat positive.

Many people come to me to explore sex having previously found it difficult to bring up with other counsellors. It is often easier for people to write - rather than talk - about topics they find embarrassing such as sex which is another reason why people choose Email Counselling instead of traditional talking therapy.

In additional I have lots of experience (as a counsellor and in previous mental health roles) supporting clients who have suicidal thoughts and have completed training in ASIST (Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training).

Why I Charge Premium Fees?

If you are looking for a professional and highly skilled counselling service where each client matters then please do get in touch.

My fees reflect my 14+ years experience working in the Queer community.

By setting my fees higher than average means I can see less clients and give you more focus and attention. 

Read my blog on 10 reasons why my fees are high here: https://www.sussexrainbowcounselling.com/post/9-reasons-why-my-fees-are-high

How to get started?

We start with an introductory session. This gives you the chance to share more about you and find out how I can help you.

Limited slots available - check my current availability here: www.sussexrainbowcounselling.com/book-online

Any questions?

Email me: chloefoster@sussexrainbowcounselling.com

By choosing email therapy, you will get ultimate flexibility in when your sessions happen, as you write once a week at a time that suits you and I reply by an agreed day/time each week.

I love working as an Email Counsellor as it's very popular and works so well with clients.

Why Choose Email Counselling?​​

More Privacy 

• no need to worry about being overheard. Your words are confidential and stored in a highly secure email system

More flexibility

• no travel time, write at a time that suits you, great for parents and shift workers

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Less awkwardness

• explore what you really need to, without the extra embarrassment saying it out loud and having to worry about going red in the face or crying in front of me

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More time to think

• no more ticking clock or intense silences with your therapist staring at you. Take your time to process your thoughts and take in my questions

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No need to rely on your memory

• you get a permanent record of your therapy sessions to keep and read again during or after your sessions end

See a Specialist Counsellor

• Instead of picking from a handful of counsellors in your local area, see a counsellor with knowledge & experience working with queer people.

​Save Time​

• No travelling, parking or bus timetables which reduces added stress.

The Comfort of your Own Sofa

• This helps you feel more relaxed and able to be open, making counselling more powerful and effective for you.

How to get started?

Limited slots available - check current availability here: www.sussexrainbowcounselling.com/book-online

Got a question?

Email me: chloefoster@sussexrainbowcounselling.com

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