Paul Vernon

I understand therapy as a process of self-exploration within the safety of a therapeutic relationship that is characterised by acceptance, empathy and authenticity. I work in a person-led way, which means that our work together will be unique and will respond to what would be helpful and therapeutic for you. I provide an open, supportive and non-judgemental space to explore the issues and feelings that you bring to the session.

Accredited & registered member of BACP (British Association of Counsellors and Psychotherapists) Member of EMDR Association. Member of AFT (Association of Family Therapists) Experience: Private Practice. In-person or Online. Senior Psychodynamic & Systemic Therapist. Stepping Stones Counselling & Psychotherapy. Systemic Team. CAMHS East Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust. Psychodynamic and Systemic Therapist. Diocese of Chichester. Specialist Mental Health Mentor. Clear Links. Counsellor. Families PLUS, Sussex Central YMCA. Alcohol, Substance Abuse and Addiction Counsellor. CRI NHS Foundation Trust. Counsellor and Clinical Assessor. Rock Clinic, Brighton. Trainings in: EMDR. EMDR Masterclass. Systemic Family, Individual and Organisations Therapy. Tavistock and Portman NHS Foundation Trust. Couples Counselling. Tavistock and Portman NHS Foundation Trust. Alcohol, Substance Abuse and Addiction Counselling. CRI Sussex Partnership NHS Foundation Trust. Psychodynamic Psychotherapeutic Counselling. University of Brighton.

I have worked extensively on issues such as: Abuse Affairs and betrayals Anxiety Anger Bereavement Bullying Couples issues Depression Domestic violence Eating disorders Emotional abuse Family issues Generalised anxiety disorder Low self-confidence Low self-esteem Miscarriage Obsessive compulsive disorder Panic disorder Passive aggressive behaviour Phobias Physical abuse Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) Pregnancy and birth Relationship issues Self harm Separation and divorce Sexual abuse Sexuality Shame ADHD Spirituality Stress Suicidal thoughts Trauma

I am a highly qualified therapist with over sixteen years experience of working in the therapeutic field. In essence, I integrate all of my trainings and experience, but it is the relationship between client and therapist that I value most highly, and as research has shown, I believe it is the relationship which proves the single most powerful factor in effective therapy. I therefore, work with a warm, sensitive, empathetic style, finding that authenticity and sometimes even humour can be of great value in the building of trust and safety. With this in place I draw on a wide range of therapeutic approaches and interventions so that I can tailor the sessions for each individual client.