Others' experiences of me
I feel very privileged to have walked side by side with some wonderful people as they worked through some really tough times.
Thank you for trusting in me.
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I have been sceptical about therapy. On my first session I found Ian to be really understanding. I felt better once I got the first session out of the way and I’m not sure why but I was able to really open up with Ian. I have made some massive discoveries about my “processes” as Ian calls them and have made positive changes within my life.
I’m now no longer sceptical about therapy and am an advocate of it for family and friends.
Michael K.
Ian provided me the space and opportunity to talk about issues that I felt he completely understood, that allowed me to speak freely and honestly without any feelings of burden, hesitation or judgement. He helped me for little under a year, during which my life has turned around in every positive way you can imagine, I’m the happiest I’ve ever been and that wouldn’t have been possible without Ian’s help, if you or anyone you love feels they need someone to reach out to, I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend Ian.
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'Con', A Hove client. Testimonial left as a Google review
Ian is so kind and caring and he helped me through a really tough part of my life. The time we spent together each week is something I will always cherish because I learnt so much about myself. I am so grateful for the help, thank you.
Michael M
Being a survivor of domestic abuse I emerged from those relationships full of fear/anxiety, shame and zero self esteem. In order to manage these emotions I turned to alcohol to cope, drinking up to two bottles of wine every evening. Ian’s relaxed, empathetic and non judgemental attitude allowed me to feel safe to open up and finally be honest about the difficulties in my life. I was allowed to explore certain areas of my life at my pace and develop new tools and coping mechanisms to deal with difficult emotions without the need to pick up a drink. As a result I now live a happy peaceful life free of alcohol. The positive impact of my sobriety has extended out to my family and other relationships. I am so grateful to Ian, his warmth and compassion is what allowed me to talk openly for the first time ever without the fear of being judge. I cannot thank him enough.
Anna J.
I worked with Ian for several months. His expertise on addiction processes and his skill at teaching and communicating these ideas was better than I could have hoped. Most importantly, I felt Ian was calm, respectful, present and kind. He does a beautiful job of creating and a safe and supportive space to reflect. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend Ian to anyone who's interested in beginning to work on themselves.
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Celina, Portugal. Testimonial left as a Google review
I was nervous about going for counselling, but the best thing about working with Ian was that he kept things really simple and just focussed on what was going on for me and what I needed. He created the space I needed to look at things differently and was always so kind and supportive. I'd highly recommend reaching out to him.
Dominic M.
This was a long time coming for me. Ian supported me through 2 years of counselling with kindness, compassion and care. His approach is evidence based, personal and genuine, being open and honest about his own experience to support and guide the client on their own journey along the often slippery path to sobriety. The sessions are gentle and may include meditative exercise, talking, and if silence is what’s needed, silence (we even had walking sessions when the great outdoors was available to us). I felt held and supported throughout my journey and I am very glad to say that I succeeded in my goal to be alcohol free. The realisations I came to with Ian’s help are profound and life changing and I feel confident that my decisions are long lasting and strong, but I also know that Ian would welcome a call out of the blue should I need to realign. I heartily recommend Ian to anyone who is experiencing troubling times with alcohol (or other substances)… it is so worth it.
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Richard, Lewes. Testimonial left as a Google review