Gail Elson
Gestalt counsellorAbout Me
Passionate about my work and the people I work with, I provide a safe and non-judgmental space where clients will feel respected and listened to.
I am based in Haywards Health/Lindfield, West Sussex.
I am registered to council adults over the age of 18, I offer talking, walking and creative therapies. I am able to teach children in matters relating to personal, social and sexual health education.
My background is in counselling, nursing, teaching and the arts, working in both public and private sectors in the UK and overseas.
Clients I work with:
Adults aged 18 and over for counselling.
Children aged 11 – 16 and young people aged 16-18 for personal, social and sexual health education.
TALKING THERAPY
Being listened to and talking about your feelings and experiences with a trained therapist can help you find your own answers. Some people worry about not having something to ‘say’ silence is part of the therapeutic process. I offer this service face to face, online or by phone.
WALKING THERAPY
Walking and being outdoors is an alterative to the traditional talking therapy. Being outdoors can feel less formal and more relaxed bringing movement into the session.
CREATIVE THERAPY
We will use colour and drawing materials, allowing you to express and explore your emotions through the creative process. We look to the old masters, painters and illustrators as well as children’s story books for inspiration. You do not need to be an experienced artist to access this therapy.
Life changes
• Anxiety & depression
• Suicidal thoughts
• Self harm
• Low self-esteem
• Body image
• Identity issues
• Sexual health and orientation
• Grief & loss
• Confidence & communication
• Unplanned pregnancy & infertility
• Bullying
• Redundancy
• Changing negative habits
• Living with chronic illness
• Caring for the carer
The types of therapy I use:
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Humanistic Existential
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Phenomenological
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Gestalt
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Transactional Analysis
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Creative
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Focusing
Locations
Issues often worked with
Types of therapy
Therapy offered
Client groups
Fees
Phone me for a free 15 minute consultation to help you decide if I am the right therapist for you.
Cost per session: £65 for 50 minutes for Adults
Cost per session: £40 for 50 minutes for Children
Sessions are weekly and booked in blocks of 8 for the most beneficial outcome
Training and qualifications
• BACP registered humanistic psychotherapist
• Gestalt therapist
• Experienced registered nurse
• Qualified art teacher/artist
• Qualified personal social and sexual health teacher
Being able to talk and ask questions about issues that children and young adults are faced with is vital in today’s world. Topics such as drugs, addiction, peer pressure, bullying, anxiety, depression, self-harm, sexuality & relationships are all hot topics as well as the effect of social media and COVID on young minds