Business Details
27 Years
experience
Your Trusted Counselling Partner in Eastbourne & Hastings
Established in 1999, Robert Goodman Counselling provides professional therapeutic support for individuals, couples, and families in Eastbourne, Hastings, and East Sussex. Our person-centred approach prioritises respect, growth, and client empowerment, complemented by expertise in diverse methodologies including cognitive behavioural therapy, trauma therapy, and solution-focused techniques. With a postgraduate diploma from Brighton University and extensive training in areas such as LGBT affirmative work, suicide prevention, and sexual abuse, we offer tailored sessions addressing anxiety, relationship challenges, low self-esteem, and more.Flexible options include face-to-face, phone, and video consultations, alongside a free initial 20-minute meeting to ensure compatibility. Our practice combines decades of experience with a commitment to confidentiality, client autonomy, and measurable progress, fostering environments where individuals and groups can explore complex issues safely.
Services
Individual Counselling
Couples Therapy
Family Sessions
Trauma Therapy
Anxiety Treatment
Details
- Year established: 1999
Highlights and features
- We have over 25 years of experience in private and agency counselling settings.
- Our person-centred approach prioritises client autonomy and emotional safety.
- Specialised expertise in trauma, anxiety, LGBT issues, and family dynamics.
- Flexible session formats including face-to-face, phone, and video consultations.
- Proven success in reducing anxiety and improving relationship dynamics.
What people say
Anxiety has decreased
Professional and knowledgeable
Safe environment for exploration
Transformed family dynamics
Effective trauma resolution
Services
Individual Counselling
Tailored one-on-one sessions address anxiety, depression, trauma, and self-esteem challenges. Using person-centred and evidence-based techniques, we help clients gain insight into personal patterns and develop coping strategies. Sessions focus on empowering individuals to achieve emotional growth and lasting well-being through confidential, non-judgmental dialogue.
Couples Therapy
Specialised support for relationship challenges including communication breakdown, infidelity, and conflict resolution. Sessions create safe spaces for partners to explore perspectives, rebuild trust, and develop healthier interaction patterns. Techniques focus on fostering mutual understanding and strengthening emotional connections through structured, goal-oriented dialogue.
Family Sessions
Guided interventions address family dynamics, intergenerational conflicts, and communication barriers. Sessions promote collaborative problem-solving and emotional reconciliation through structured exercises. The approach helps families establish healthier boundaries, improve listening skills, and create more harmonious home environments while respecting individual needs.
Trauma Therapy
Specialised treatment for PTSD, sexual abuse, and complex trauma using safe, evidence-based methodologies. Sessions focus on processing traumatic memories while maintaining emotional safety. Techniques help clients develop grounding strategies, rebuild self-worth, and restore functional daily living through gradual, supported therapeutic progression.
Anxiety Treatment
Targeted interventions for generalised anxiety, panic attacks, and performance-related stress. Combines cognitive restructuring with relaxation techniques to manage symptoms effectively. Sessions help clients identify anxiety triggers, challenge unhelpful thought patterns, and develop practical tools for maintaining emotional stability in daily life.
People
Robert Goodman
Counsellor & Psychotherapist
Qualified counsellor with postgraduate diploma from Brighton University. Specialises in trauma, anxiety, and relationship therapy. Practicing since 1999, combining person-centred approach with CBT and solution-focused techniques. Experienced in LGBT affirmative work and creative blockage resolution.
Questions
What types of therapy do you offer?
We provide person-centred counselling, cognitive behavioural therapy, trauma therapy, and solution-focused techniques tailored to individual, couple, and family needs.
Are sessions available online?
Yes, we offer secure video sessions via Skype or FaceTime for clients preferring remote consultations or requiring flexibility.
What are your session fees?
Individual sessions cost £70 (concessions £55), couples £100 (concessions £75), and family sessions £120 (concessions £100) for 50-minute appointments.
Do you offer emergency support?
While we don't provide 24/7 crisis services, we can discuss urgent concerns during scheduled sessions and provide appropriate referral information when needed.
How long are therapy sessions?
Standard sessions last 50 minutes, with flexible durations available based on individual client needs and agreement.
Can I claim therapy costs on insurance?
Many private health insurers cover our services. Please check your policy details and contact us for necessary documentation.
