Question 1

1. What issues can therapy help with?

Accepted Answer

Therapy can support people with a wide range of mental health difficulties and life challenges. Some of the most common reasons people seek therapy include:

Anxiety (including social anxiety, phobias, panic attacks, health anxiety, and generalised anxiety)
Depression and low mood
Stress, burnout, and work-related difficulties
Low self-esteem or confidence
OCD (obsessive–compulsive disorder)
Relationship or family difficulties
Trauma and past experiences
Support for children and teenagers (including school stress, bullying, and identity issues)

Therapy can also provide a space to share things you might not feel comfortable doing in day-to-day life. Lots of people benefit from dedicated time to reflect on things that have happened to them, even if they don’t identify as having a ‘mental health problem’.

Question 2

2. What can I expect from therapy?

Accepted Answer

In your first sessions, we’ll take time to explore your difficulties, personal history, and what you’d like to achieve. Therapy is collaborative: we’ll work together to build a shared understanding (sometimes called a “formulation”) of what keeps your difficulties going.

Depending on your goals, therapy may involve:

Learning strategies to manage symptoms
Exploring patterns in your thoughts, emotions, and behaviours
Developing coping skills for stress, anxiety, or low mood
Reflecting on past experiences and how they affect you today
Building confidence and resilience

Therapy is not about being “told what to do.” Instead, it’s about creating a safe, non-judgemental space to explore challenges and find new ways forward.

Question 3

3. Do you offer online therapy as well as in-person sessions?

Accepted Answer

Yes. We offer both online therapy across the UK and in-person therapy in Brighton and Hove.

Online sessions (via Google Meet or similar platforms) are flexible and convenient, making therapy more accessible for those with busy schedules or living outside the local area.

In-person sessions are available in comfortable therapy rooms in Brighton and Hove, ideal for those who prefer face-to-face connection.

Some people choose to combine both options, depending on what works best for them.

You can find out more about our therapy options here.

Question 4

4. How long does therapy take?

Accepted Answer

The length of therapy varies depending on your needs, goals and preferences. Some people find that a short course of therapy (6–12 sessions) is enough to make meaningful changes, while others benefit from longer-term support.

Your therapist will regularly review progress with you and discuss whether to continue, pause, or end therapy. The pace is tailored to you.

Question 5

5. What types of therapy do you use?

Accepted Answer

We draw on a range of evidence-based approaches depending on your needs, including:

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) – to build psychological flexibility and move towards your values and goals
Compassion-Focused Therapy (CFT) – to reduce self-criticism and build self-compassion
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) – to understand the role of past events, how you made sense of them, and how this can shape patterns of thinking, feeling and behaving 
Mindfulness based – to build ongoing awareness. Helpful to reorient to what matters in the ‘here-and-now.’
Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) skills – for managing strong emotions
Systemic and family approaches – particularly helpful for children, teenagers, and family-based difficulties
Narrative therapy – to explore identity and personal meaning

This flexibility means we can create a personalised plan that fits you rather than taking a “one size fits all” approach.

Question 6

6. Is therapy confidential?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Therapy sessions are confidential. This means what you share will not be discussed with others without your permission, except in rare circumstances where there are concerns about safety (for example, if you or someone else is at risk of harm).

Confidentiality is an important part of building a safe and trusting therapy relationship. Your therapist will explain these boundaries clearly at the start.

Question 7

7. How much does therapy cost?

Accepted Answer

Session fees vary depending on the type of therapy and assessment required. For standard therapy sessions, we charge £120 per session.

We also offer a free 15-minute phone consultation so you can ask questions, explore whether therapy feels right for you and decide on the best next steps without commitment.

Question 8

8. How do I know if therapy is right for me?

Accepted Answer

Many people are unsure whether therapy will help until they try it. Some signs that therapy could be useful include:

You’re feeling stuck or overwhelmed by your emotions.
You notice unhelpful patterns in your thoughts or relationships.
Stress, anxiety, or low mood are affecting your daily life.
You want to better understand yourself and develop new coping skills.

Even if you’re not sure exactly what you need, the first session is a space to explore what’s happening and decide together whether therapy could help. There is no obligation to sign up for lots of sessions in advance, the pace can be guided by you.

Question 9

9. Do you work with both children and adults?

Accepted Answer

Yes. We offer therapy for both children and teenagers as well as adults.

For children and teens: sessions often include creative approaches, strategies for home and school, and sometimes parent sessions to provide guidance and support.
For adults: therapy may focus more on self-reflection, managing mental health difficulties, and building tools to handle life’s demands.

Either way, our approach at Being You is tailored to the individual’s age, needs, and circumstances.

Question 10

10. How do I book a therapy session?

Accepted Answer

You can book therapy in a few simple steps:

Contact us via our website form or email.
We’ll arrange a free 15-minute consultation
If you’d like to proceed, we’ll book your first therapy session (online or in-person in Brighton & Hove).

From there, we’ll work together to agree on goals, frequency of sessions, and the best therapeutic approach for you.

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