Paul Vernon
Counsellor in Brighton

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.

Background & Counselling Qualifications

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.

My Specialisms

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

Approach to Counselling & How I Work

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.

Therapies & Rates

Please note the rates detailed below are there to give you an idea of the therapists standard rates, we strongly advise you contact the therapist for more detailed rates and any offers they may have.

Therapy	Appointment Type	Rate
Psychotherapy	In Person	£80 per 50 minutes
Psychotherapy	Online/Telephone	£80 per 50 minutes
Counselling	In Person	£80 per 50 minutes
Counselling	Online/Telephone	£80 per 50 minutes
EMDR	In Person	£90 per 50 minutes
EMDR	Online/Telephone	£90 per 50 minutes
Relationship Therapy	In Person	£90 per 60 minutes
Relationship Therapy	In Person	£140 per 90 minutes
Relationship Therapy	Online/Telephone	£90 per 60 minutes
Relationship Therapy	Online/Telephone	£140 per 90 minutes