Welcome to Joanne Tocher Counselling
A space to breath, talk, and be heard- at your pace.
In-person . On-line . Phone . Home visits available.
Book a free conversation.
Counselling for individuals in a safe, comfortable and private setting.
Welcome, and thank you for visiting.
I am Joanne, I am a qualified and accredited counsellor offering both short-term and long-term therapy to adult individuals in Mid Sussex and the surrounding areas including Hassocks, Hurstpierpoint, Burgess Hill, Haywards Heath, I can also offer counselling in other areas, feel free to ask.
Life can feel overwhelming, confusing, or painful at times.
You might be here because:
You're feeling anxious or stuck.
You're grieving or going through a loss.
Your struggling with relationships or family issues.
You're battling addiction or low self esteem.
Or you simply feel that something in your life isn't quite right.
Whatever you are facing, you don't have to go through it alone.
I offer a calm, confidential space where you can talk openly and honestly, without judgement - at a pace that feels right for you.
Together we can explore what's going on for you, understand patterns in your life, and gently work towards the changes you want.
As an accredited counsellor and member of the National Counselling and Psychotherapy Society I am committed to ethically supporting individuals through their personal journeys.
My approach
I offer a warm, relational, and down to earth approach.
I draw from a range of therapeutic models - including person-centred, psychodynamic, CBT, Gestalt and mindfulness -tailoring each session to your unique needs.
Most importantly, I focus on building a strong trusting relationship, as I believe counselling works best when you feel genuinely safe, supported and understood.
WAYS TO WORK TOGETHER.
Face to face sessions in Burgess Hill, Hurstpierpoint, and surrounding areas.
Online sessions via secure video.
Phone sessions.
Home visits for those that struggle to get out
( Mobility issues, agoraphobia, severe anxiety)
Speak in confidence.
Counselling takes place in a safe space, where you can engage with a person who listens with warmth, sensitivity and empathy, free from judgement. within the therapeutic space one can freely and confidentially express thoughts and feelings.
You deserve a space that is entirely for you.
Ready to talk?
I am here when you are ready.
Book a free initial conversation.
What to expect.
Taking the first steps can feel daunting - that is completely normal.
You're welcome to start with a free no pressure initial conversation, where you can ask questions, get a feel for how i work, and decide whether it feels right for you.
There is no obligation to continue.
Frequently Asked Questions
Your first session is a gentle introduction.
We’ll talk about what brought you to counselling and what you would like support with. You can ask questions, get feel for how I work, and decide whether you feel comfortable moving forward.
There is no pressure and no obligation to continue.
Each session lasts 50 minutes.
Most clients come weekly, as this provides a consistent space for the work to unfold, but we can discuss what feels right
for you.
Sessions are £50.
Reduced rates are available for counselling students, and those experiencing financial difficulty.
We can talk about this during your initial conversation.
Yes. I offer counselling:
- Face to face in Hassocks, Burgess Hill, Hurstpierpoint and surrounding areas.
- Online via secure video
- By phone
- Home visits are available for individuals who experience mobility challenges or health conditions that make in-practice appointments difficult.
Yes. Everything that you share is confidential
The only exceptions are rare situations where I may need to break confidentiality for safety reasons- for example, if you or someone else is at risk of harm, we will go through this clearly in your first session.
Everyone’s needs are different.
Some people come for a short period to work through something specific. Others find longer-term counselling helpful for deeper exploration and growth.
We will review things together regularly and go at a pace that feels right for you.
I support clients 18 and over with a wide range of concerns including:
- Stress and overwhelm
- Anxiety and panic
- Depression/Low mood
- Addictions
- Low self esteem
- Grief loss and bereavement
- Relationship difficulties
- Problems at work or in retirement
- Life transitions
If you’re unsure whether I can help, feel free to ask.
You don’t need to have everything figured out before you come.
Very normal.
Many people feel anxious, unsure, or worried about what to expect.
My role is to make the process gentle, supportive, and safe.
You’re welcome to start with a free initial conversation, simply to see how it feels.
That’s absolutely okay.
You don’t need to come with anything prepared.
We can explore whatever feels important for you in the moment.
You can send me a message via the get in touch section here on my website.
Or call/text 07846037517
I’ll reply as soon as I can to arrange a time that suits you.
How I can help
I work with adults over 18, from all walks of life, supporting a wide range of issues including:
Feelings of stress or anxiety
social anxiety
Panic attacks
Relationship problems
Grief, loss or bereavement
Addictions
Trauma and post-traumatic stress
Abuse
Problems with confidence
Anger management
Issues relating to sexuality
Difficulties at work or in retirement
Problems with family
Self Esteem
Depression
Fees
Initial conversation to establish whether we are able to work together- Free.
My fee is £50 per 50 minute session for individuals.
Students are eligible for a reduced rate.
I may offer a discounted rate
based on your individual circumstances.
Please enquire.
Location
I am located in Hassocks, I offer face to face services in Burgess Hill , Hurstpierpoint and the surrounding areas including Hove and Worthing.
I also offer online and telephone Counselling.
I provide home visits to clients that are unable to access the community for example due to mobility issues, Agoraphobia etc or in a care home setting
Get in touch
Please reach out if you have any questions about the Counselling process, or to arrange an initial appointment. This enables us to discuss the reasons you are thinking of coming to counselling, whether it could be helpful for you and whether I am the right therapist to help.
I offer weekend appointments.
You can also call or text me on 07846 037517 if you would prefer, you can leave a message.
I am happy to discuss any queries or questions you may have prior to arranging an initial appointment.
© Joanne Tocher
powered by WebHealer