Rhiannon Hill, Psychotherapy & Counselling

BRIGHTON HOVE COUNSELLING

Counselling and Psychotherapy in person in East Brighton (Lower Bevendean) and by telephone/internet Worldwide (see green highlighted section below).

CALL NOW on 07931 363779 for an informal chat or use this website for more information.

I have been a counsellor for 20 years and my therapy practice covers Brighton, Lewes, Hove, Portslade by Sea, Southwick, Shoreham by Sea, Rottingdean, Peacehaven, Worthing and other areas of East Sussex.

If you are looking for therapy for the first time please read the advice about how to choose the right person on my Information & FAQs link.

If you are unsure about how therapy works please call to discuss your needs and issues in a FREE telephone chat. For comments from others who have experienced counselling read

For information on how a psychotherapist or counsellor works please see the information link.

My main theoretical background in psychotherapy is based on body oriented work which is holistic and uses the client's physical experiences to access the unconscious (see Information page.) I am also qualified as an integrative counsellor and my theory and method is a blend of Gestalt, NLP, CBT, Solution Focused, Transactional Analysis, Transpersonal and Existential therapies.

COUPLES

If you are looking for Couple or Relationship therapy, while there are good voluntary agencies providing couple therapy in Brighton, Lewes, Worthing and Hove it costs the same as private therapy unless you are on benefits and the waiting lists are often up to two months. If you feel you cannot put off couple therapy I have a short waiting list and the assessment process is straightforward. PLEASE NOTE: I see same-sex couples of both genders.

COSTS

If you feel you need counselling/psychotherapy but are concerned about financial issues, please call me to discuss how I can help. I am happy to work out a financial plan.

RHIANNON HILL

I am based at Lower Bevendean, East Brighton, within easy reach of bus and rail links and parking is free.

I see individuals but also specialise in COUPLE THERAPY (click Couples link on the left)and RELATIONSHIP COACHING, BEREAVEMENT ANXIETY STRESS AND PHOBIAS.

I do not work with current substance misusers, (alcohol or drugs) eating disorders, or bi polar disorder.

I ALSO OFFER TELEPHONE COUNSELLING. I HAVE SKYPE - Voice Operated Internet Protocol - FREE INTERNET-BASED TELEPHONE WORLDWIDE - THE COST WILL JUST BE THE NORMAL SESSION FEE. For more click the information link on the left of this page.

....just to once again thank you for all your help and support as my wife and I will never forget you or be able to repay for what you have done for us. Things couldn't be better and it's because of your help and input. Thank you so much.

Yours, Forever grateful, Z and S

'I think that the work we did was the opening of the lock that was holding a "floodgate" full of "stuff" behind it! I think we did some very important work together, and I thank you for being the person who helped me on the first step of that particular road.' Sarah K (Pay It Forward Client)


I developed my unique style of body oriented psychotherapy over twenty years, ten in Brighton, Hove and Lewes. It is person centred and holistic. I use methods to link your unconscious to your body, via structure, bio-energetics, body type, posture, physical pain or any sensation using UNguided visualisation work. This means that I help people access insight via their structure and bodily responses. It is NOT bodywork/massage, it is not curative but it can be extremely useful for people suffering from recurrent or permanent health problems.

I am trained in anatomy and physiology and have a comprehensive background knowledge of complementary healthcare.

I am also an Integrative Counsellor and can do short term, solution focused therapy.

I work with the whole person: heart, body and soul as well as with the mind.

If you are in distress I can join you in your journey for a while and support you in finding more effective ways to address difficult issues and arrive at a greater sense of self.

We can, by creating a safe and non judgmental relationship, explore whatever is worrying you and work towards acceptance, resolution or change.

Issues I usually work with:

Stress
Anger management
Couples, Relationships
Bullying
Gambling addiction
Emotional issues around financial management
Family breakdown
Panic Attacks
Anxiety
Phobias
Obsessive Compulsive Disorder
Bereavement
Chronic Illness, inc. immune system problems
Trauma
Depression
Post addiction recovery*
Spiritual Crisis
Work Issues
Menopause
Post Natal Depression
Infertility
Extreme musical or theatrical performance anxiety

'I spent a year with Rhiannon, she filled many roles in our sessions but to me she has been a teacher. She has encouraged me to know, trust and understand myself in both mind and body. I am now reaching and aiming for goals that I had almost given up on.'
M.C. Price


Don't worry if you are struggling with an issue not on the above list or one that is more complex, or perhaps are not sure what the issues really are, we can certainly process most things.

Most effective therapy lasts between 6 weeks and six months depending on the circumstances. Some people find a year is necessary but I do not favour long periods of therapy.

Some people need peace through acceptance, others want change management.
Therapy progresses in four clear ways although the process is not subject to structured agenda since I work with what the client is actually experiencing in the moment:

1 Identify, explore
2 Achieve insight
3 Support to accept, cope
4 Support to plan lasting, realistic healing

I usually have a short waiting list of a week or two but if you are in crisis I will try to see you for at least an initial session within at least 48 hours. Call me on 07931 363779

Rhiannon is a most creative, yet down to earth therapist, extremely safe, equally at home in the realms of the mind and the emotions.- A Kennedy, former supervisor.

(All testimonial supplied with full consent.)