Business Details
Trusted Counselling Services in Chichester
Patsy Johnson Counselling has been providing professional therapeutic support for over 25 years, specialising in personal growth and empowerment for individuals and couples across Chichester, West Sussex, and Hampshire. Our practice is built on creating a safe, confidential environment where clients can explore emotional challenges without fear of judgment. With expertise in relationship dynamics, anxiety, depression, bereavement, and self-esteem issues, we employ evidence-based methodologies to help clients develop practical coping strategies. As a Registered Senior Accredited Counsellor with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, our lead practitioner combines extensive experience with ongoing professional development to maintain the highest standards of care. We offer both long-term and short-term face-to-face sessions, alongside flexible daytime and evening appointments to accommodate diverse client needs.Our approach emphasizes client autonomy, fostering self-awareness and resilience through collaborative exploration of personal challenges. The practice maintains strict adherence to ethical guidelines and professional boundaries, ensuring a trustworthy therapeutic relationship. With a proven track record of helping clients navigate life transitions and emotional difficulties, we remain committed to delivering tailored support that addresses each individual's unique circumstances. The practice's longevity and positive client testimonials attest to its effectiveness in facilitating meaningful personal growth and relationship improvement.
Services
Individual Counselling
Couple Counselling
Anxiety Support
Depression Management
Bereavement Counselling
Relationship Therapy
Stress Management
Self-Esteem Building
Trauma Recovery
Life Transition Support
Highlights and features
- We have over 25 years of experience in individual and couples counselling
- Our lead counsellor is BACP Senior Accredited and UKRCP registered
- We specialise in creating safe spaces for exploring complex emotional issues
- Flexible daytime and evening appointment availability
- Proven success in helping clients with relationship dynamics and trauma recovery
Associations and certifications
- British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy
- UK Register of Counsellors and Psychotherapists
What people say
Safe environment
Realise past need not affect future
Caring and understanding manner
Helped develop coping strategies
Positive life changes
Services
Individual Counselling
Personalised therapeutic support for individuals navigating emotional challenges and life transitions. Our approach focuses on creating a safe space for self-exploration and growth. Clients develop practical coping strategies while addressing specific issues like anxiety, depression, and trauma recovery through evidence-based methodologies.
Couple Counselling
Specialised support for couples seeking to improve communication and resolve relationship difficulties. Sessions focus on developing constructive dialogue patterns and addressing underlying issues. Our approach helps partners build stronger connections while maintaining individual boundaries and personal growth.
Trauma Recovery
Targeted therapeutic interventions for processing traumatic experiences and their ongoing effects. We employ trauma-informed approaches to help clients reframe negative thought patterns. The process focuses on building resilience while addressing the emotional impact of past experiences in a supportive environment.
Anxiety Management
Specialised support for individuals struggling with anxiety and stress-related concerns. Our approach combines cognitive-behavioural techniques with mindfulness practices to develop effective coping mechanisms. Sessions focus on identifying triggers and implementing practical strategies for managing symptoms in daily life.
Bereavement Counselling
Compassionate support for navigating the complex emotions associated with loss. Our approach recognises individual grief processes while providing structured guidance. Clients develop healthy coping strategies to manage emotional challenges and gradually reintegrate into daily life with renewed purpose.
People
Patsy Johnson
Lead Counsellor
With over 25 years of experience, Patsy is a Senior Accredited Counsellor (BACP) and UKRCP registered professional. She specialises in relationship dynamics, trauma recovery, and personal growth, maintaining a client-centred approach that prioritises safety and empowerment.
Questions
What types of counselling do you offer?
We provide individual counselling for personal growth and emotional challenges, alongside couple counselling for relationship dynamics. Specialisms include anxiety, depression, bereavement, and trauma recovery.
How does the counselling process work?
Our approach focuses on creating a safe space for exploration. We work collaboratively to develop coping strategies, enhance self-awareness, and address specific issues through evidence-based therapeutic techniques tailored to individual needs.
Are sessions available outside regular hours?
Yes, we offer flexible scheduling with both daytime and evening appointments available to accommodate different client schedules and commitments.
Do you offer online counselling options?
Yes, we provide online sessions through secure video platforms, maintaining the same therapeutic quality and confidentiality as face-to-face meetings.
What qualifications do you hold?
Our lead counsellor is a Registered Senior Accredited member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, with over 25 years of professional experience.