COUNSELLING IN BRIGHTON AND HOVE

Understanding Yourself in Relationships

Relationships are at the heart of being human. Whether with partners, family, friends or colleagues, they shape how we experience the world and how we see ourselves. When relationships become difficult, confusing or painful, it can leave you feeling lost, disconnected or unsure of how to move forward. Whether you are struggling with conflict, feeling unheard, stuck in repeating patterns or simply finding it hard to form or maintain close connections, counselling can offer a space to explore what’s happening with honesty and curiosity.

I offer relationship counselling in Brighton, as well as online therapy, creating a space where you can bring whatever you need to, without judgement or pressure.

When Relationships Feel Difficult

Relationship struggles don’t always come from obvious conflict. Sometimes they show up in quieter ways – in feeling unseen, disconnected or unsure of where you stand with someone. You might notice a pattern of relationships breaking down or find yourself feeling distant in the ones you’re in. Perhaps communication feels difficult, or you hold back from expressing yourself out of fear of rejection or conflict. Some people feel they give too much, always putting others first at the cost of their own needs, while others struggle to trust, let people in or allow themselves to be vulnerable.

Relationship issues aren’t just about how we relate to others but how we see ourselves within relationships. Old wounds, past experiences or deep-seated beliefs about our worth can shape the way we connect with people, often without us even realising. Exploring these dynamics in therapy can offer insight into why relationships might feel challenging and help you find new ways of relating that feel more open, balanced and authentic.

How Humanistic Counselling Can Help with Relationship Issues

As a humanistic counsellor, my approach isn’t about giving advice or telling you what to do. Instead, we work together to explore what’s happening in your relationships, looking at patterns, feelings and experiences with a sense of curiosity rather than judgement. Through this process, you can gain a deeper understanding of yourself – your needs, boundaries, fears and desires – and begin to see relationships in a new light.

Counselling can help you explore how past relationships have shaped the way you connect with others now. It can offer a space to work through difficult emotions, whether that’s resentment, grief, loneliness or uncertainty. It can also help with practical challenges, such as communication struggles, trust issues or navigating change within a relationship. Whether you are facing challenges in a romantic relationship, friendships, family dynamics or workplace connections, our work together can help you find clarity and a way forward.

Relationship Counselling in Brighton & Online Therapy

I offer in-person counselling for relationship issues in Brighton, as well as online sessions for those who prefer to work remotely. Some people come to therapy alone to explore their relationships in a personal way, while others may be considering how to improve connections with specific people in their lives. However we work, the process remains the same – a space for honesty, reflection and understanding.

Taking the First Step

If you are struggling with relationship issues and want to understand yourself and your connections more deeply, counselling can offer a space to explore, reflect and grow. You don’t need to have all the answers or know exactly what you’re looking for – just bringing yourself and your experiences is enough.

If you’d like to take the next step, you are welcome to get in touch to book an initial session or ask any questions about how I work. However stuck or uncertain you might feel, you don’t have to navigate it alone.