COUNSELLING IN BRIGHTON AND HOVE

If you’re searching for counselling in Brighton or exploring online therapy, you’ve probably come across the term humanistic counselling – but what does it actually mean? More importantly, how does it feel to sit with a humanistic counsellor, and how might it help you?

A Human Approach to Counselling

At its heart, humanistic counselling is all about you – not just your struggles, but the whole of you. It’s built on the belief that, given the right conditions, we all have the capacity to grow, change, and find our own way forward. That’s not to say life is always easy, or that there are simple answers. It’s more that, with a humanistic counsellor, you’re offered a space where you’re fully heard and seen, without judgement or expectation.

This approach doesn’t assume that the counsellor knows best. I don’t sit across from you analysing, diagnosing, or trying to ‘fix’ you. Instead, we work together, exploring whatever feels important to you – at your pace. My role is to offer a genuine, honest relationship where you feel safe enough to explore even the parts of yourself you might normally hide away.

The Power of Relationship

One of the core beliefs in humanistic counselling is that the relationship between counsellor and client is where real change happens. It’s not just about talking – it’s about being in a relationship where you feel truly understood. That experience alone can help you start to relate to yourself differently, with more compassion and curiosity.

Many people I work with – whether through counselling in Brighton or online therapy – arrive feeling unsure about themselves. Some feel stuck, others overwhelmed by emotions they can’t quite name. Often, there’s a sense of having lost touch with who they really are. Humanistic counselling doesn’t offer quick fixes or neat solutions, but it does create a space where you can begin to make sense of yourself in a deeper, more meaningful way.

You Are Not a Problem to Solve

In humanistic counselling, you are not seen as a set of symptoms or problems to be solved. You are a human being – complex, unique, capable of growth. This way of working respects your autonomy. Together, we shine a light into the places that feel unclear, uncomfortable, or stuck – not to judge or label, but to understand. With understanding comes choice, and with choice comes the chance to do something different.

This is why humanistic counselling can be so helpful for people struggling with anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, or that unsettling sense of being lost. Whether you’re seeking a Brighton counsellor for face-to-face sessions, or prefer the flexibility of online therapy, the focus is always on creating a safe, supportive relationship where you can begin to reconnect with yourself.

Working at Your Depth

One of the things I value most about humanistic counselling is its openness to exploring the deeper layers of who you are – your hopes, your fears, the beliefs you’ve carried for years without realising. It’s a space where you’re encouraged to ask questions rather than rush for answers. Why do I feel this way? What matters most to me? What kind of life do I want to live?

Sometimes these conversations are challenging, sometimes they’re incredibly freeing – but they’re always yours. You set the direction, and I walk alongside you.

Is Humanistic Counselling Right for You?

If you’re looking for a Brighton counsellor or considering online therapy, and you want more than surface-level advice or quick fixes, humanistic counselling could be a good fit. It’s for anyone who wants to understand themselves more fully, make sense of their experiences, and explore what it means to live in a way that feels honest and true to who they are.

You don’t need to have it all figured out before you start. Whether you feel completely lost, or you just have a nagging sense that something isn’t quite right, humanistic counselling offers a space to explore – safely, at your own pace, with someone who’s genuinely curious about who you are.

If you’d like to know more about counselling in Brighton or online therapy, feel free to get in touch. I’m always happy to have an informal chat about how humanistic counselling works and whether it might be the right fit for you.