Your Journey to Healing
Welcome - I'm so glad you're here. Taking the step to explore counselling can be daunting, but is also a powerful act of self-care. My aim is to provide a safe, non-judgemental space where you can talk openly and begin to make sense of your thoughts and feelings.
Whether you are struggling with anxiety, low mood, grief, relationship challenges, trauma, or simply feeling stuck, I will work alongside you and support you to gain clarity, build resilience and move towards positive change at a pace that feels right for you.
Dedicated to You
I have been working in the field of mental health for over 25 years, and during that time I've had the privilege of supporting people through many different stages of life. My experience has shown me that no two journeys are the same, and I feel honoured to walk alongside clients as they navigate their own challenges and discover new strengths.
As a Holistic Integrative Counsellor, I draw on a range of therapeutic techniques and adapt them to suit you as an individual. My aim is to create a warm, compassionate environment where you can feel comfortable exploring your thoughts and feelings, working at your own pace.
My previous roles have included working at Butterflies Therapy, Wellbeing & Training Centre CIC as the Director of Mental Health Services, working as an affiliate counsellor and mental health practitioner with both adults and children. I have worked alongside, AAAC Counselling Service, counselling survivors of child sexual abuse and trauma. I have also worked within the Hastings Therapy Collective.
Drawing on this experience, I currently worth with individuals of all ages within my practice, providing trauma-informed support and accepting both self-referrals and referrals from the NHS and wider mental health services.
At the heart of my work is a simple belief: with the right support, every person has the ability to heal, grow, and move forward towards a more positive and fulfilling future.
Accreditation
Registered Member of the Complimentary Medical Association
Accredited Executive Practitioner of the International Practitioners of Holistic Medicine
Accredited Professional of the International Compliance Assurance for Holistic Practitioners
Accredited Professional of the The Foundation for Infant Loss
Approved Space with The Safe Space Alliance Organisation
Experience
* Affiliate Counsellor for Adults Children & Young People at Butterflies Therapy, Wellbeing & Training Centre CIC
* Affiliate Counsellor for AAAC Counselling Services - Adults Abused As Children
* Counsellor & Mental Health Specialist at The Hastings Therapy Collective
* Director of Mental Health Services at Butterflies Therapy, Wellbeing & Training Centre CIC
* Founder and Director of Belles of the Ball - Supporting low income families & individuals
* Samaritans Listening Volunteer
* Art Workshop Co-ordinator - Activ8 Hastings
* Mental Health Practitioner at Butterflies Therapy, Wellbeing & Training Centre
* Mental Health Workshop Facilitator for Maslow Housing Cooperative LTD
I am committed to my ongoing professional development and work within the CMA, the ICAHP & IPHM ethical standards. I receive regular monthly supervision to support safe, reflective and effective practice.
Qualifications & Additional Training
Counselling Children & Adolescents Level 4
Professional Therapeutic Counselling Level 4
Diploma in Child Counselling
Sex Therapy Practitioner Certification
Rainbow Baby Specialist - Foundation for Infant Loss
Infertility Specialist - Foundation for Infant Loss
Certificate in Understanding Children & Young People's Mental Health Level 2
Certificate in Art Therapy - Art Therapy Practitioner
Women's Health After Motherhood
Understanding Mental Health: Continuum, Culture & Social Media
Post Traumatic Stress Disorder in the Global Context
Body Image & Mental Health in Young People
Developing Clinical Empathy: Making a Difference in Patient Care
Child Protection
Pictures of Youth: An Introduction to Children's Visual Culture
Tackling Modern Slavery
Understanding & Tackling Adolescent to Parent Violence
Communicating Effectively with Vulnerable Children & Young People
Psychological First Aid: Children & Young People
Understanding & Responding to Children who Run Away from Home & Institutions
Understanding ADHD: Current Research & Practice
Trauma Informed Mindfulness Practitioner
Understanding Eating Disorders
Supporting Victims of Domestic Violence
Identifying & Responding to Domestic Violence & Abuse in Pregnancy
Youth Mental Health: Supporting Young People Using Trauma Informed Practice
Anxiety in Children & Young People During COVID 19
Understanding Depression & Low Mood in Young People
Trauma, Neuro, and Shame Awareness - Best Practice for Professionals, Organisations & Communities
Teaching Students Who Have Suffered Complex Trauma
NCFE Level 3 Counselling Skills & Theory
Understanding Coercive Control
Diploma in Designated Safeguarding Lead Training
The Intergenerational Trauma Summit - Professional Development
Awards & Recognition
Community Hero Award
Outstanding Contribution to Young People - Hastings Youth Awards
Services
My heart is to provide affordable counselling, rooted in the belief that therapy should be accessible to everyone - never exclusive. I currently offer up to six free sessions for individuals seeking support, helping to make therapy more accessible at the point that it's needed the most.
I offer both online & face to face sessions, so you can choose what feels most comfortable for you. My in-person sessions take place in the Rother area of East Sussex. Whichever option you choose you'll find a safe, confidential, and supportive space where you can talk openly and feel truly heard.
Initial Assessment
Face to Face or Online
Duration: 60 minutes
Fee: 30.00
Half price fee for low income individuals.
One to One Adult Counselling Sessions
Face to face or Online.
Duration: 50 minutes
Fee: 30.00
Half price fee for low income individuals.
One to One Children's Counselling
Face to Face or Online.
Duration: 45 minutes
Fee: 30.00
Half price fee for low income families.
One to One Mental Health Sessions
Face to Face or Online
Duration: 30 minutes
Fee: Block 6 FREE Sessions - 20.00 thereafter.
Half price fee for low income individuals .
"It has been a true joy and delight to meet regularly with Jess and I am so grateful to have found her. I have a wealth of experience with counsellors and can honestly say she is by far the best I have ever met.
I am so grateful to have found her. Her support, professionalism and kindness is truly invaluable and will always be a part of my life in moving forward. "
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