Psychotherapy in Brighton & Hove
I’m Thad Hickman, an experienced psychotherapist working with adults in Brighton & Hove. I offer face-to-face psychotherapy from a private consulting room in Hove, alongside online options for those who prefer remote work.
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Many people come to therapy while outwardly functioning well yet privately struggling with aspects of work, relationships, or a sense of direction that feels unresolved.​
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My work is grounded in an integrative and relational approach, supporting people to make sense of long-standing emotional difficulties and the meanings beneath present-day struggles. You can read more in the about me section.
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If you’re considering psychotherapy in the Brighton & Hove area, you’re welcome to get in touch to explore whether working together might be helpful.​
Therapy in Brighton & Hove: how I work
Therapy room in Hove
My work is relational and exploratory, drawing particularly on psychodynamic and relational approaches. I aim to offer a reflective space where you can think more deeply about your inner life alongside the demands of everyday living.
Therapy provides a confidential setting to explore experiences that may feel repetitive, unsettling, or difficult to talk about elsewhere. We pay attention to how you experience yourself, how you relate to others, and how earlier experiences may continue to shape present patterns. The work unfolds collaboratively and at a pace that allows things to be thought about carefully rather than hurried towards solutions.
Who I work with
I work with adults from across Brighton & Hove and the surrounding areas. People I see often bring concerns such as:
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feeling emotionally flat, dissatisfied, or disconnected
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struggling in relationships or noticing recurring relational patterns
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experiencing anxiety, low mood, or a sense of being unsettled
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feeling caught between competing demands or uncertain about direction in life
You do not need to arrive with a clear problem or diagnosis. Many people begin therapy because they want to understand themselves better, or because something in their life feels narrowed or constrained in ways that are hard to explain.
Practical details
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Location: Consulting room in Hove
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Availability: In-person sessions on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays
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Session length: 50 minutes
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Format: Weekly individual psychotherapy, held at the same regular time
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Online therapy: Available if you prefer to work remotely
The consulting room in Hove is easily accessible from central Brighton as well as other parts of the city. Specific location details and availability can be discussed when you get in touch.
Online therapy
In addition to face-to-face work in Hove, I also offer online psychotherapy for people who prefer to work remotely or who are unable to attend sessions in person. Some clients choose a combination of in-person and online sessions depending on circumstances.
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You can read more about this here: online therapy.
Next steps
If you are considering psychotherapy in Brighton & Hove and would like to explore whether working together might be helpful, you’re welcome to contact me to arrange an initial consultation or to ask any questions. This offers a chance to talk briefly about what you’re looking for and to get a sense of whether my way of working feels right for you.
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If you’d find it helpful to read more about how I work and my background before getting in touch, you can visit my about me page.
Free phone consultation
The first step is for us to have a chat. I offer a 30 minute free phone consultation where we'll discuss what issues bring you to psychotherapy, I can answer any questions you may have and you'll get a sense if working with me feels right. We'll then discuss possible options moving forwards.
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Brighton & Hove practice
I work in the Brighton & Hove practice on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays. Please contact me to discuss specific availability.
Address:
49 Church Rd, Brighton and Hove,
Hove BN3 2BE