Melanie Pollard

I am an experienced and fully accredited Psychotherapeutic Counsellor (MBACP Accred). I offer individual, relationship, and couples therapy from my secure and private practice in Hurstpierpoint, welcoming clients from Hassocks, Brighton, and the surrounding areas.

I value the importance of finding the right therapist and therefore for individual therapy, I offer a free 20-minute telephone consultation to discuss what brought you to therapy and for us to be introduced to each other.

• Individual Therapy

My standard fee for individual therapy is £60 per session (I also have a number of limited lower fee spaces available, to people who are on a lower income. I am very open to discuss these spaces with you).

• Couples and Relationship Therapy

I offer a 50-minute consultation at a flat fee of £60.00 to discuss what brought you to therapy and for us to be introduced to each other. As a Relationship and Couples Therapist my standard fee is £90 for a 80 minute session.

I work Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays, please contact me for more information.

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Before becoming a Psychotherapeutic Counsellor , I dedicated over 25 years to working with young people and families. My journey began as a Youth Worker, where I supported young people through pivotal stages of their lives, and later as a Family Relationship Coach, helping families navigate challenges and strengthen their connections. This rich and rewarding experience gave me a profound understanding of human relationships, resilience, and growth, forming the foundation for my second career as a Psychotherapeutic Counsellor

As a Humanistic Therapist, I believe that we all have the capacity for growth and change. Our work together will begin with where you are now and aim to help you find your own path through the challenges you have chosen to bring to therapy. Therapy is a journey of self-exploration, greater self-awareness, and understanding of oneself.

You may be considering therapy because you feel anxious, lonely, angry, depressed, or overwhelmed and vulnerable. There are times in our lives when we feel stuck, like nothing is changing, when we don't know what to do, or we feel lost. You may feel that you can't confront those emotions alone or with the support of those around you.

Whether you're dealing with a specific life event, a recurring pattern of thoughts, or a more pervasive sense of unease, therapy provides a dedicated time and space to unravel these complexities. It's an empowering journey that involves working with uncomfortable emotions and embracing moments of self-discovery and growth. Together, we work to untangle the layers of your emotional responses, fostering a deeper understanding of yourself.

For more information please visit my website www.melaniepollardtherapies.com

Therapy for individual adults.

I have experience with navigating and addressing a range of complex emotions, including anger, shame, guilt, and anxiety. Identifying patterns that may have emerged in one's relationship with oneself, with others, and with the external world.

I have a particular interest in working with people who find talking about their feelings difficult and problematic. Opening up about one's emotions can be an overwhelming task, and it's common for people to face hurdles or encounter emotional roadblocks in the process. Together, we can explore and navigate the changes and uncertainties you're facing, adapting to your preferred pace, whether short or long term.

Relationships and Couples Therapy

Relationships are profound mirrors to our thought’s patterns and behaviours. They take many forms, shaped by our history, unconscious patterns outside of our awareness, and the experiences that have etched themselves into our stories. Each connection we form whether romantic, familial, or platonic carries within it the energy of what we know and, more importantly, what we have yet to understand about ourselves.

When you contact me, it’s often because something within your relationship isn’t sitting well. Perhaps there’s a vague disquiet, a recurring conflict, or a sense of disconnection that you can’t quite put into words. These “niggles,” as I like to call them, are your soul’s way of whispering (or shouting) that something needs to change. It’s a call to attention, to growth, and to the possibility of healing.

Working together, our work will delve into the deeper layers of what it means to be in relationship not just with others, but with yourself. My role is not to prescribe a one-size-fits-all solution but to serve as a guide and companion on your journey of discovery.

For more information please visit my website www.melaniepollardtherapies.com

In the midst of life's complexities and demands, it's not uncommon to feel a sense of unhappiness or disconnection. Our work together will create a space for you to delve into the reasons that led you to therapy, bringing attention to areas that may not be immediately apparent.

In my view, therapy is centred around establishing a vital connection and ensuring a safe environment. Choosing the right therapist, someone with whom you genuinely connect and feel secure, is paramount.

If you're considering whether I'm the right fit for you, please don't hesitate to contact me. We can arrange an initial appointment to explore this further.

Areas I can help with include:

Addiction ADHD Anxiety Depression Low Self Esteem Family issues Low self confidence Bereavement Relationships Trauma Stress

I have a particular interest in working with people who find talking about their feelings difficult and problematic.

Training and qualifications

Post Graduate Diploma in Humanistic Psychotherapeutic Counselling

Couples and Relationship Therapy Gestalt Centre UK

Compassionate Inquiry Certificate with Gabor Mate.

BA(Hons) - Professional Studies Learning and Development

Dip HE - Education in Youth and Community Work

Level 3 Certificate in Coaching and Mentoring (QCF) Chartered Management Institute

Level 2 Certificate in Counselling Skills (QCF)

I work Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays, please contact me for more information.

I am an accredited member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy MBACP (Acccred) and adhere to the BACP ethical guidelines for practice and am fully insured for all therapeutic work. I also hold an Enhanced DBS Certificate.

For more information please visit my website www.melaniepollardtherapies.com

A Therapeutic Approach Tailored for adults

As a Humanistic Therapist, I believe that we all have the capacity for growth and change. Our work together will begin with where you are now and aim to help you find your own path through the challenges you have chosen to bring to therapy.

I have experience with navigating and addressing a range of complex emotions, including anger, shame, guilt, and anxiety. Identifying patterns that may have emerged in one's relationship with oneself, with others, and with the external world.

I have a particular interest in working with people who find talking about their feelings difficult and problematic. Opening up about one's emotions can be an overwhelming task, and it's common for people to face hurdles or encounter emotional roadblocks in the process. Together, we can explore and navigate the changes and uncertainties you're facing, adapting to your preferred pace, whether short or long term.

Training, qualifications

• Compassionate Inquiry Certificate with Gabor Mate.

• Post Graduate Diploma in Humanistic Psychotherapeutic Counselling

• BA(Hons) - Professional Studies Learning and Development

• Dip HE - Education in Youth and Community Work

• Level 3 Certificate in Coaching and Mentoring (QCF) Chartered Management Institute

• Level 2 Certificate in Counselling Skills (QCF)

Our work will start with an initial consultation where we can meet each other and discuss a unique plan that suits your need for therapy.

Before working together, it can be helpful to have an initial conversation via phone or email to discuss any questions you may have. I value the importance of finding the right therapist and therefore offer a free 20 minute telephone consultation to discuss what brought you to therapy and for us to be introduced to each other.

Thereafter, my standard fee is £60 per session.

Currently registered with AXA and Aviva, offering insured services through these providers

I also have a number of limited lower fee spaces available, to people who are on a lower income. I am very open to discuss these spaces with you.

I am an experienced and fully accredited Psychotherapeutic Counsellor (MBACP Accred). I offer individual, relationship, and couples therapy from my secure and private practice in Hurstpierpoint, welcoming clients from Hassocks, Brighton, and the surrounding areas.

I value the importance of finding the right therapist and therefore for individual therapy, I offer a free 20-minute telephone consultation to discuss what brought you to therapy and for us to be introduced to each other.

Individual Therapy

My standard fee for individual therapy is £60 per session (I also have a number of limited lower fee spaces available, to people who are on a lower income. I am very open to discuss these spaces with you).

Couples and Relationship Therapy

I offer a 50-minute consultation at a flat fee of £60.00 to discuss what brought you to therapy and for us to be introduced to each other. As a Relationship and Couples Therapist my standard fee is £90 for a 80 minute session.

I work Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays, please contact me for more information.

 contact me

Therapy for individual adults.

I have experience with navigating and addressing a range of complex emotions, including anger, shame, guilt, and anxiety. Identifying patterns that may have emerged in one's relationship with oneself, with others, and with the external world.

I have a particular interest in working with people who find talking about their feelings difficult and problematic. Opening up about one's emotions can be an overwhelming task, and it's common for people to face hurdles or encounter emotional roadblocks in the process. Together, we can explore and navigate the changes and uncertainties you're facing, adapting to your preferred pace, whether short or long term.

Relationships and Couples Therapy

Relationships are profound mirrors to our thought’s patterns and behaviours. They take many forms, shaped by our history, unconscious patterns outside of our awareness, and the experiences that have etched themselves into our stories. Each connection we form whether romantic, familial, or platonic carries within it the energy of what we know and, more importantly, what we have yet to understand about ourselves.

When you contact me, it’s often because something within your relationship isn’t sitting well. Perhaps there’s a vague disquiet, a recurring conflict, or a sense of disconnection that you can’t quite put into words. These “niggles,” as I like to call them, are your soul’s way of whispering (or shouting) that something needs to change. It’s a call to attention, to growth, and to the possibility of healing.

Working together, our work will delve into the deeper layers of what it means to be in relationship not just with others, but with yourself. My role is not to prescribe a one-size-fits-all solution but to serve as a guide and companion on your journey of discovery.

Training and qualifications

Post Graduate Diploma in Humanistic Psychotherapeutic Counselling

Couples and Relationship Therapy Gestalt Centre UK

Compassionate Inquiry Certificate with Gabor Mate.

BA(Hons) - Professional Studies Learning and Development

Dip HE - Education in Youth and Community Work

Level 3 Certificate in Coaching and Mentoring (QCF) Chartered Management Institute

Level 2 Certificate in Counselling Skills (QCF)