I'm an Accredited Counsellor/Psychotherapist & Supervisor with full Public Liability Insurance and work on a one-to-one basis with adults of all ages. I have run my private counselling service for sometime now, in a calm and professional environment, just outside Eastbourne Town Centre. I offer online Counselling via Skype or Zoom which can be particularly useful for clients who want to work outside normal 'office' hours.
About me and my practice
You may have been drawn to counselling for one of many reasons, perhaps depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, bereavement or relationship/work troubles. I understand how it feels when you hit a stumbling block in your life, when things feel overwhelming and you feel that you are alone or have nowhere to turn to. The feeling of being troubled, where no-one else seems to understand, is something I am very familiar with and have worked with many clients who have had similar experiences when life has seemed a struggle.
Your stumbling block could be something that we can deal with together in a few weeks of counselling, or it could be something of a hurdle, which may take a little longer to come to terms with. Sometimes your problems stem from something historic that feels like it has been with you forever. Other times, things feel fresh and raw, such as bereavement, loss or social and work changes like redundancy or redeployment. This is also true of relationship issues including separation and divorce or a breach of trust after an affair or betrayal. Other issues may be harder to identify a cause - general anxiety and depression can sometimes appear without apparent reason. Whichever it is, I can provide you with the counselling you need so you no longer feel so alone and you're able to process what is happening for you, where you'll learn how to manage the things that are hurting or troubling you. I offer a safe environment, providing a warm and friendly 'sanctuary' where you will have the space and time to process your thoughts and feelings. You'll be able to off-load without fear of judgment and instead, find acceptance and empathy.
As a client, you are unique, as are the problems and feelings that bring you to counselling. I utilise all my training to provide an approach that means you are able to manage your progress in the way you want to, at the pace you are at ease with.
Thank you for looking at my profile.
Hilary.
Experience
In private practice since May 2010, working with adults managing a variety of issues, historic and current.
Worked with a charitable agency assisting clients suffering from depression, stress, relationships, employment issues, bereavement, anxiety, anger and life changes.
Trained and worked with an NHS charity for nearly 2 years working with adult clients with issues such as Post-Natal Depression, Abortion, Pregnancy, Miscarriage and Childbirth & Family and Relationship issues.
Accredited member of British Association for Counsellors and Psychotherapists and adhere to their ethical code of practice.
Group facilitator for Anger Management therapy groups
Co-facilitator for workshops that introduce and support clients with various life skills.
Regularly supervised (as directed by the BACP ethical code)
Affiliate counsellor with Health Assured, PAM Assist, Lifeworks, Staff Care Services and Carefirst for clients who are referred to me through their Employee Assistance Programme (EAP).
Supervisor for Cruse Bereavement Service
Qualifications
BACP Accredited (July 2013)
BUPA Accredited
Degree in Psychology BSc (Hons)
NVQ4 Counselling Diploma October 2009
Diploma In Supervision - Qualified Supervisor
Professional Membership
Registered Member MBACP (Accred)
Professional Register
British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP)
Verified by Counsellingo on Monday, 29 September 2025
Initial Consultation
To ensure you are comfortable with me and my style of Counselling, I offer an initial telephone consultation where you can discuss exactly what you are seeking from Counselling and me. If you would prefer to work with me via Skype please mention this when you get in touch and we can arrange our initial consult via that medium too.
Fees
My fees for individuals are £50 per 50 minute sessions.
Reduced fee for students on counselling training courses (details upon request)
Free initial telephone session
Video Platforms
Skype
Area
East Sussex
