Kelly Andrews
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This professional is available for new clients.
About me
Are you feeling stuck in painful patterns? whether it’s anxiety, depression, anger, addiction, or relationships that leave you feeling drained? Do you struggle with work stress, low self-worth, or overwhelming emotions? If so, unresolved trauma may be playing a role.
Imagine feeling lighter, more at ease, and connected to who you truly are. Therapy with me can help you understand how past experiences shape your present and give you the tools to break free from emotional pain. Together, we’ll explore what’s been holding you back, so you can regain control, heal, and build the life you want.
I specialise in working with people who have experienced trauma, abuse (in childhood or adulthood), and difficult relationships, including narcissistic abuse. I understand how deep these wounds can go, and I see the whole person in front of me, not just a diagnosis or set of symptoms. My approach is rooted in respect, curiosity, and an unwavering belief in your ability to heal.
What therapy with me is like:
- A safe, confidential space where you’ll feel heard and understood
- A focus on getting to the root of your struggles, not just managing symptoms
- Practical tools and insights that help you move forward in daily life
- A supportive, non-judgmental relationship where real change can happen.
“Therapy with Kelly has been life-changing. The pain I was holding for so long feels released, and I feel like I can breathe again. I understand myself so much better and feel in control of my emotions. She gets trauma in a way others never have.” Anonymous Client
I am a fully qualified, BACP-registered psychotherapist with over 20 years of experience in the NHS, East Sussex Children’s Services, Refuge, and Psychology Teams. I’ve worked extensively with trauma, domestic abuse, depression, anxiety, and neurodiversity. My approach is psychodynamic, an evidence-based method that uncovers the unconscious patterns shaping your emotions and behaviours. I also integrate holistic practices such as movement, meditation, mindfulness, and journaling to support your healing.
I offer sessions in person in Brighton, Hove, and Hastings, as well as online via Zoom.
Next Steps
Starting therapy can feel like a big step, but you don’t have to do it alone. If you’re curious about working together, I offer a free, no-obligation 20-minute consultation where you can ask questions and see if we’re a good fit.
Visit my website: brightonandhastingstalktherapy.co.uk
Follow me on Instagram: @Kelly_Andrews_psychotherapy
Reach out when you’re ready, I’d love to support you.
Training, qualifications & experience
- PGDip Psychodynamic Psychotheraputic Counselling and Psychotherapy
- Certificate in Counselling Skills
- Bsc Hons Psychology
- Advanced Master Program on the Treatment of Trauma ( Bessel van der Kolk, MD Stephen Porges, PhD Ruth Lanius, MD, PhD Pat Ogden, PhD Thema Bryant, PhD Bethany Brand, PhD Deb Dana, LCSW Janina Fisher, PhD Kathy Steele, MN, CS)
Professional training the following areas:
Attachment, developmental and complex trauma, depression, anxiety, mental health, domestic abuse, substance use, CBT, Narrative therapy.
Member organisations
BACP is one of the UK’s leading professional bodies for counselling and psychotherapy with around 60,000 members. The Association has several different categories of membership, including Student Member, Individual Member, Registered Member MBACP, Registered Accredited Member MBACP (Accred) and Senior Registered Accredited Member MBACP (Snr Acccred). Registered and accredited members are listed on the BACP Register, which shows that they have demonstrated BACP’s recommended standards for training, proficiency and ethical practice. The BACP Register was the first register of psychological therapists to be accredited by the Professional Standards Authority (PSA). Accredited and senior accredited membership are voluntary categories for members who choose to undertake a rigorous application and assessment process to demonstrate additional standards around practice, training and supervision. Individual members will have completed an appropriate counselling or psychotherapy course and started to practise, but they won’t appear on the BACP Register until they've demonstrated that they meet the standards for registration. Student members are still in the process of completing their training. All members are bound by the BACP Ethical Framework and a Professional Conduct Procedure.
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).
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Areas of counselling I deal with
Other areas of counselling I deal with
I can offer advice and guidance around mindfulness and meditation.
Therapies offered
Fees
£58.00 - £75.00
Free initial telephone or online session
Additional information
Sessions are 50 mins in length and are usually held weekly.
When I work
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I work in Hastings on a Monday, Thursday and Friday
I work in Brighton on Tuesdays and Wednesdays
Online sessions available any time.
Evening sessions available
Further information
I currently practice in Hastings and Brighton and online.
I have regular Supervision and am fully Insured. I am a member of the BACP and thus adhere to a code of conduct and ethical guidelines.
I work with individuals and couples and some particular issues I work with are:
- The impact of trauma
- Narcissistic abuse
- Abuse
- Relationship difficulties
- Existential questioning
- Co Dependency and intimacy issues
- Parenting Difficulties
- Anger and difficulties with emotional regulation
- Imposter Syndrome
- Social Isolation
- Depression and Anxiety
- Bereavement
- Personality Disorders
