Carla Gearing

I currently have availability for new clients. I work from a confidential clinic space in Hove on a Wednesday and Worthing on a Thursday and Friday mornings and early afternoons.

Hello I'm Carla, a BACP qualified counsellor working in Hove and Worthing. I see clients online and face to face.

I have over 20 years experience working as a critical care nurse within the NHS and have supported patients and families during the most challenging of times.

I bring this experience to my practice as a counsellor, creating a warm, steady and safe space to bring what you would like to explore. Many clients come to therapy because they are feeling, anxious, overwhelmed or stuck. Others may be struggling with past experiences. I also work with those navigating life changes, illness or bereavement. 

You may not know what it is and that is ok. I work at a pace that suits you.

I have experience working with clients with anxiety, depression, intrusive thoughts, relationship difficulties, trauma, abuse, stress, medical conditions and chronic illness.

I welcome you to get in touch.

I qualified as a psychodynamic counsellor from the University of Brighton. While that was my training I bring an integrative approach to my work. I have also engaged in CBT training.

I meet you where you are with a curiosity and compassion. I believe this allows for a more holistic and flexible approach in our work together.

It can be tricky to know if we might be right 'fit'. I offer a free 20 minute telephone consultation where we can explore what you would like to get out of therapy. It is also a chance to ask more about how I work and my availability.

Should this be the case, the first session will be 50 minutes exploring this further and setting out the therapy contract.