Valentina Enis

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Attachment-Focused Trauma/Somatic Psychedelic Therapist

About me

You may be feeling anxious in relationships, emotionally overwhelmed, or repeating patterns you don’t fully understand. Perhaps past experiences or attachment wounds are affecting how you relate to others. You want clarity, emotional stability and a deeper understanding of yourself so you can feel more secure, connected and grounded in your life and relationships. I offer attachment-focused, trauma-informed therapy for adults and couples in Brighton & Hove and online.


My work is grounded in Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), psychodynamic and nervous system awareness approaches. I also offer psychedelic preparation and integration support in a safe, reflective therapeutic space.
Starting therapy can feel vulnerable. If you are considering reaching out, we can arrange an initial assessment session to explore what brings you to therapy and whether we feel like the right fit. You are welcome to take that first step when you feel ready.

My work is relational, trauma-informed, and rooted in the belief that healing unfolds through presence, curiosity, and connection. I support individuals and couples to navigate anxiety, relational challenges, identity struggles, and the lingering impact of trauma, helping them move toward greater authenticity and self-trust.

My approach integrates Psychodynamic, Somatic, and Humanistic perspectives, alongside mindfulness and Polyvagal-Informed understanding. Also, I am a certified Somatic Psychedelics Facilitator.

(The use of psychedelic substances is currently illegal in the UK. Therefore, I don’t take requests for illegal psychedelic assisted work. Instead, I offer preparation and integration, supporting people to understand and make meaning of their experiences in a safe, grounded way and for harm reduction purposes.)

I strive to create a space where you can meet yourself fully, in your own time and language, without pressure to fix or perform. Together, we can make sense of what feels tangled and support you in finding your own rhythm toward healing and wholeness.

I am a registered member of the British Association of Counsellors and Psychotherapists (BACP)

Training, qualifications & experience

Somatic Psychedelic Facilitator Certificate

Level 4 Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling

Cognitive Behaviour Therapy: Certificate in Working with depression.

Certificate in Polyvagal Theory.

Trauma Treatment Mastery Course - Dr. Bessel A. van der Kolk’s

Debunking Gender Identity Certificate

Working with Personality Disorders using Transactional Analysis

Royal College General Practitioners Certificate in Suicide prevention.

Certificate in Self-harm and Suicidal Thoughts in Children and Young People

Certificate Working on Shame - Christiane Sanderson

Certificate in Mindfulness - Tessa Watt. Ed Halliwell

Certificate in Working with men: Challenges of Orthodox Masculinity

Certificate in FGM. Force marriage, Spirit Possession and Honor-Based Violence.

Certificate in Relational Depth in Counselling and Psychotherapy - Mike Cooper

Member organisations

BACP
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Accredited register membership

British Association for Counselling & Psychotherapy
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British Association for Counselling & Psychotherapy

Areas of counselling I deal with

Fees

£80.00 - £150.00

Concessions offered for

  • Low income
  • Keyworkers
  • Students
  • Trainee counsellors

Additional information

2026 Fees:

I offer a sliding scale flexible fee structure tailored to you and your particular needs and circumstances.

Feeling nervous about asking for a sliding scale?

I get it. Talking about money can be hard! Conversations about finances can be uncomfortable and even embarrassing. It’s natural if you’re feeling unsure about your own willingness or ability to initiate an inquiry about sliding scale. This is an important part of the process, and I’d love to help ease some of the stress so, please don't worry much and get in touch!

Individual sessions: £80 per 50 minutes online or face to face session 

Couples therapy: £150 per 60 minutes online or face to face session

Full time students and trainee counsellors: £65 per 50 minutes online or face to face session

Concession fee: £60 per 50 minutes online or face to face (limited availability) 

When I work

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Early morning
Morning
Early afternoon
Late afternoon
Evening

Further information

Languages: English and Spanish

81 Church Road, The Somatic Therapies Centre, Hove, East Sussex, BN3 2BB

92B Trafalgar Street, Brighton Therapy Rooms, Brighton, BN1 4ER

Type of session

In person
Online

Types of client

Young adults (18-24)
Adults (25-64)
Couples
Families

Key details

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Additional languages

Spanish

English, Spanish

Online platforms

Zoom

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Valentina Enis
Valentina Enis