About me
Therapy with Christian
A space to understand yourself and move forward
There are times in life when we can feel stuck, overwhelmed or uncertain about how to move forward. Sometimes we understand what is happening; at other times, we simply know that something does not feel right.
Therapy offers an opportunity to step back from the pressures of everyday life and explore what is really going on. It can help you make sense of your experiences, understand yourself and your relationships more deeply, and recognise patterns that may be affecting the way you live your life.
I provide a confidential and accepting space where you can talk openly about whatever has brought you to therapy. You do not need to have everything worked out, or even know exactly where to begin. We can start with what feels most important to you and gradually develop an understanding of what you need.
My aim is to help you gain greater clarity and self-understanding, while supporting you to make meaningful changes and move towards a life that feels more fulfilling.
My approach to therapy
My approach is integrative, drawing particularly on psychodynamic, attachment-based and humanistic approaches. Rather than following one particular model, I adapt the way I work according to your individual circumstances, personality and needs.
I am interested in both the experiences that have shaped you and what is happening in your life now. Our early relationships and experiences can influence how we see ourselves, how we relate to others and the patterns we develop in adult life. Exploring these experiences can help us understand where certain difficulties come from and why particular ways of thinking, feeling or relating may have become established.
Therapy is not simply about looking back. Developing a deeper understanding of yourself can create the possibility of doing things differently in the present and future — whether that means changing patterns in relationships, developing greater self-confidence, working through difficult experiences or finding a clearer sense of who you are.
I see therapy as a collaborative process. My role is to listen carefully, ask thoughtful questions and help you explore aspects of yourself and your experiences that may be difficult to see on your own. Together, we can work towards greater self-awareness, emotional freedom and a stronger sense of direction.
Training, qualifications & experience
About me
I am an experienced UKCP-Registered Psychotherapist and couples therapist, offering both short- and long-term psychotherapy. I work with individuals and couples, offering online therapy and in-person sessions in Brighton & Hove.
I work with a wide range of difficulties, including anxiety and depression, relationship difficulties, self-esteem, identity, sexuality, loss, trauma, addiction and experiences of shame, isolation or abandonment. I also have particular experience working with LGBTQ+ clients, including issues around sexuality, internalised shame, intimacy and relationships.
I aim to provide a warm, relaxed and confidential space where you can feel comfortable being open about your experiences. I work collaboratively and at your own pace, adapting the therapy to your individual circumstances and what you want to achieve.
Following seven years of psychotherapy training, I was awarded an MA in Integrative and Transpersonal Psychotherapy by the University of Northampton through the Centre for Counselling and Psychotherapeutic Education (CCPE) in London.
I also hold a BSc (Hons) in Homeopathy. My earlier work in this field developed my longstanding interest in the complexity of the human experience and continues to inform my holistic understanding of the individual.
Starting therapy
Choosing a therapist is an important decision, and I believe the relationship between therapist and client is central to effective therapy. An initial conversation gives us an opportunity to discuss what has brought you to therapy, what you are hoping to explore and whether I might be the right therapist for you.
You do not need to know exactly what you want to say or where therapy will lead. We can begin with a conversation and take it from there.
Member organisations
school Registered / Accredited
Being registered/accredited with a professional body means an individual must have achieved a substantial level of training and experience approved by their member organisation.
The UK Council for Psychotherapy (UKCP) is a leading professional body for the education, training and regulation of psychotherapists and psychotherapeutic counsellors. Its register is accredited by the government's Professional Standards Authority.
As part of its commitment to protect the public, it works to improve access to psychotherapy, to support and disseminate research, to improve standards and to respond effectively to complaints against its members.
UKCP standards cover the range of different psychotherapies. Registration is obtained by training or accrediting with one of its member organisations, or by holding a European Certificate in Psychotherapy. Accredited by the Professional Standards Authority.
Accredited register membership
The Accredited Register Scheme was set up in 2013 by the Department of Health (DoH) as a way to recognise organisations that hold voluntary registers which meet certain standards. These standards are set by the Professional Standards Authority (PSA).
This therapist has indicated that they belong to an Accredited Register.
Areas of counselling I deal with
Other areas of counselling I deal with
ADHD and Neurodiversity
I have an interest in working with adults with ADHD and other forms of neurodiversity, particularly around self-esteem, emotional regulation, relationships, identity and the challenges of understanding oneself in the context of neurodivergence.
Attachment and Early Experiences
I have a particular interest in attachment and the ways early relationships and experiences can influence our emotional development, sense of self, relationships and patterns of relating in adult life. Therapy can provide an opportunity to understand these patterns and develop new ways of relating.
OCD and Anxiety
I work with clients experiencing OCD, intrusive thoughts and anxiety, exploring the emotional and psychological impact these difficulties can have on everyday life, relationships and self-esteem.
LGBTQ+ Identity, Sexuality and Relationships
I have particular experience working with LGBTQ+ clients and issues relating to sexuality, identity, internalised shame, intimacy, belonging and relationships. I provide a supportive space to explore these experiences openly and without judgement.
Relationships, Intimacy and Self-Esteem
I work with difficulties around relationships, intimacy, self-esteem and emotional connection, including recurring patterns that can make it difficult to form or sustain fulfilling relationships. Exploring these patterns can help develop greater self-understanding and create meaningful change.
Therapies offered
Fees
£70.00 - £120.00
Concessions offered for
Additional information
Each therapy session lasts 50 minutes and usually takes place once a week at the same regular time.
Individuals: £70 to £80
Couples £100 - £120
Late evenings and early mornings £90
Saturday mornings 8am to 12 noon £90
When I work
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Further information
- Masters - Adult Transpersonal Psychotherapy & Counselling
- Diploma - Transpersonal Psychotherapy & Counselling
- Diploma - Couples Therapy & Counselling
- BSc (Hons) - Homeopathy
- LCHE - Diploma in Homeopathy
