Paula Utley

I currently have spaces for new clients working in person, online or on the telephone.

 My hours can be flexible throughout the week and can include some evening appointments.

Hi my name is Pru. I am a warm and compassionate, qualified counsellor based in East Sussex. I offer face to face, online and telephone counselling.

By looking through this directory; you are taking the first positive steps to prioritising your mental health. So many of us today live with enormous pressures and responsibilities and it is so important to acknowledge our need to seek support to be OK.

As a counsellor I work with different people from all walks of life with presenting issues such as anxiety, depression and low-mood to name a few. I have also worked extensively with children and adults dealing  with loss, bereavement and grief.

 It has been my experience that many of my clients have turned to counselling because they are struggling in their lives; feeling stuck but aren't quite able to put their finger on what is causing this feeling.  By choosing counselling and talking, clients can begin to gain a greater awareness  and understanding of themselves. From this new perspective they are able to understand and start to process difficult emotions, negotiate difficult past or present experiences and enable them toward changing any unwanted behaviours.

My role as your counsellor is to provide you with a regular time and space to be able to speak openly without fear of being judged or me making assumptions about what you bring to your session.  During a calm and nurturing session our work together will move at your pace, one you are comfortable with. I am there with you, to listen to your story, to meet you with empathy, understanding and authenticity. 

Yes, the work we do together can be challenging and uncomfortable at times, but, I will be alongside you to support and enable you to reflect, explore and work out your own answers. I truly believe in a person's inherent capacity for growth and making positive changes within themselves given the right conditions whether face to face, online or over the telephone. 

What is a Humanistic Integrative Counsellor? Well, apart from being a bit of a mouthful, it just means that this type of therapy relies upon the working relationship between the counsellor and the client. It involves collaboration, trust and honesty to look at everything that makes you who you are. We will focus on you as a whole unique individual and your relationship with the world around you. Your session is specifically tailored to you and what you need at the time.

I work in accordance with the BACP Ethical Framework ensuring I place the best interests of my client at the forefront of my work. 

My therapy room is quiet and comfortable with onsite parking and I am situated between Haywards Heath, Lewes and Uckfield.

5 small steps

1. Get in touch -via email, telephone or text. I will aim to get back to you later that day.
2. We will arrange a quick 15-20 minute phone call, free of charge, at your convenience.
3. The 20 minute call allows me to gain a better understanding of what has brought you to counselling and how I can best support you.
4. You have the opportunity to ask me any questions about my practice and most importantly you can decide whether I would be someone you could work with.
5. If you feel happy and would like to start some sessions we will secure a day and time. You are on your way!

www.pruutleycounselling.com

Tel: 07740427176

pru@pruutleycounselling.com

I look forward to hearing from you,

Warmly, 

Pru