Attachment Disorder Therapists in Brighton & Hove

Understanding Attachment Disorder

Attachment disorder occurs when an individual has difficulty forming emotional bonds and trusting others. This condition often stems from early childhood neglect, trauma, or inconsistent caregiving. As a result, individuals with attachment disorder may struggle with forming secure relationships, exhibit anxiety, and have difficulty regulating emotions.

Healing from Attachment Disorder through Counselling

Therapy is vital for healing the emotional wounds caused by attachment disorder. Counselling helps individuals explore past trauma and understand how it has impacted their ability to form relationships. By working through these issues, individuals can develop healthier, more secure attachments in the future.

Building Trust and Emotional Security

Through therapy, individuals can work on building trust, learning how to rely on others, and developing emotional security. This is especially important for those who have experienced neglect or inconsistent care in early life.

Developing Emotional Regulation

Therapists work with individuals to help them manage their emotions more effectively. Techniques such as mindfulness, emotional awareness, and cognitive-behavioral therapy can help individuals regulate their emotions and improve their relationships.

  • Healing from trauma
  • Building trust and security
  • Developing emotional regulation
  • Improving relationships

Attachment Disorder specialists based in Brighton & Hove

All therapists listed are verified and based in Brighton & Hove.

Joanna Miller Brighton

Joanna Miller

Integrative Psychotherapist

I’m an accredited psychotherapist with 15 years experience.I believe that the counselling relationship should be a creative space for both parties. It should feel comfortable and open enough to be free from anxiety and pressure in which new perspectives can emerge. In my view most mental activity takes place below the level of conscious awareness and my role is to help people gain access to it and insights from it.As an accredited therapist I am affiliated with several private healthcare companies including BUPA and AXA. I have an up-to-date DBS certificate which is registered on the update service. As well as working with individual adults, including trainee therapists, I have many years' experience working with children, couples and families. I have been a university counsellor so have a lot of experience working with students and young people and have also worked in secondary schools.  

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Paul Chantry Brighton, Hove

Paul Chantry

Integrative Counsellor MBACP

We often think that we can manage on our own, but there comes a point when we need to reach out and seek support. Perhaps you are feeling anxious or depressed? Maybe you are finding life overwhelming or have a sense of sadness, hopelessness and despair? Or maybe you are feeling angry and frustrated? If you are experiencing any of these emotions then counselling can really help you to make sense of things, better understand yourself, and overcome the issues which are causing you distress. I am a qualified counsellor and member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP), and I have experience of helping people who suffer with anxiety, depression, panic attacks, low self-esteem, childhood trauma, self-harm, relationship and family conflict.  If you’ve never had counselling before then finding the right therapist can be confusing and intimidating, so it’s important that you take time to find the right therapist for you. Please don't hesitate to contact me for a free initial telephone consultation so that I can find out a bit more about what's troubling you and we can explore how I can help.

BACPRegistered
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Sharon Twomey Brighton

Sharon Twomey

Psychotherapeutic counsellor

I’m Sharon, a qualified psychotherapeutic counsellor offering short and long term therapy across Brighton and Hove both in person and online. My work is trauma-informed and rooted in compassion, supporting adults facing challenges such as anxiety, depression, grief, addiction, stress, and relational difficulties.My approach is deeply empathic and nurturing, blending warmth with thoughtful challenge. I offer a confidential space where you can feel held with care as you reflect, engage with difficult emotions, and begin the journey toward meaningful and lasting change.

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Thaddeus Hickman Brighton

Thaddeus Hickman

Psychotherapist

I’m an experienced, integrative psychotherapist, registered with both UKCP and BACP. I work with clients to support their immediate struggles, while also helping them understand and identify underlying and often unseen issues - a process which often leads to positive and lasting change.

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