Isabel Bostwick

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About me

I’m a psychotherapist based in Lewes, offering therapy for adults experiencing anxiety, trauma, relationship challenges, stress, and low mood. I provide a calm, confidential space where you can explore what’s happening in your life and work towards feeling more stable, connected, and in control.

My work is rooted in psychodynamic and relational therapy. We look at your current difficulties alongside the experiences that shaped you, helping you understand patterns, reduce distress, and develop healthier ways of relating to yourself and others.

I regularly support clients with anxiety, trauma, burnout, family issues, self‑criticism, and the effects of past relationships. Some people come to therapy because something specific has happened; others come because life feels heavy, confusing, or stuck.

Sessions take place weekly in Lewes or online. You’re welcome to contact me to arrange a free initial conversation

Training, qualifications & experience

MSc Psychotherapy University of Brighton, 2017
PGDip Psychodynamic counselling, University of Brighton, 2011

Eating disorders and body dysmorphia, Tavistock and Portman Clinic, 2018
Clinical supervision, The Rock Clinic, Brighton, 2015
CBT training, university of Sussex, 2014

I have worked as a counsellor and psychotherapist since completing my initial training in 2011, and divide my time between my private practice in Lewes and as a counsellor at the university of Sussex, providing dynamic, short term work with students.

I am a member of the BACP, UKCP and UPCA

Member organisations

Registered / Accredited

Registered / Accredited

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UKCP
UK Council for Psychotherapy (UKCP)

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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.

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BACP
British Association for Counselling & Psychotherapy (BACP)

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Accredited register membership

UK Council for Psychotherapy
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UK Council for Psychotherapy

Areas of counselling I deal with

Fees

£55.00 - £65.00

Concessions offered for

  • Low income
  • OAPs
  • Students
  • Trainee counsellors
  • Unemployed
  • Refugees

Health Insurance/EAP

  • Aviva
  • Axa Health
  • Vitality
  • WPA

Additional information

First session is free, thereafter £60-65 per session
I also have a limited number of spaces for those on a lower income.

When I work

Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Sun
Early morning
Morning
Early afternoon
Late afternoon
Evening

Westgate Psychotherapy, Studio 15, Star Brewery Workshops, Castle Ditch Lane, Lewes, East Sussex, BN7 1YJ

Type of session

In person
Online
Phone

Types of client

Young people (13-17)
Adults (25-64)
Older Adults (65+)
Employee Assistance Programme

Key details

DBS check

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My practice room is in a very old building, and unfortunately there is no wheelchair access.

Online platforms

Microsoft Teams
Zoom