Relate West Sussex

Here is where you can find Relate West Sussex at our outpost in East Grinstead!
We currently have availability!
Call our friendly Reception team, based in Crawley, for an informal chat or to book in.

Sign up to this incredible online training that Relate West Sussex has booked in!
Delivered by Professor Jane Monckton-Smith, this renowned training can support professional working with domestic abuse and stalking.

You can book through Eventbrite for individual tickets or pop us over a DM to get a concession on 5 or more tickets. Check out our Bio for links!

🎨🖌️The Magic of Art with Our Little Ones🎨🖌️

Art has such a therapeutic value for both children and adults, it can be a beautiful thing to do together—calming but yet fun! 🌈✨ Colour can make us feel happy just in itself, but imagine dipping your brush into gorgeous paint pots and sweeping a shape across the page. It can lead to mindfulness and relaxation too🧘‍♀️🧘‍♂️

Let's embrace the joy of creating together, letting our imaginations run wild and our stress melt away. Whether it's painting, drawing, or crafting, these moments not only brighten our days but also strengthen our bonds. 🖍️👩‍🎨👨‍🎨

Here's to more colourful memories and mindful moments with our little artists! 💖👶🎨

🌟Cheer Up the Lonely Day🌟

Hey everyone! Today is a special day – it’s Cheer Up the Lonely Day, a national celebration in the US, and I absolutely love the idea behind it! If you know anyone who is feeling lonely or going through a tough time, surprise them today with a visit, a hug, or organize a get-together. Let’s help get the word out and spread the spirit of friendliness!

Loneliness can be caused by many factors such as health issues, financial troubles, or grief from loss, and it can be very overwhelming. This day serves as a reminder to all of us that everyone needs a little extra love and attention, especially the lonely. A small act of kindness can make a big difference.

Use this day to also express gratitude to anyone who’s ever reached out to you while you were struggling. Their kindness likely made a world of difference to you, just as yours can to someone else today.

Let’s make today bright and cheerful for those who need it the most.

🎉🐱 Happy National Kitten Day! 🐱🎉

Even if these adorable fur babies aren't quite your cup of tea, there's no denying the incredible therapeutic value pets bring into our lives. Both cats and dogs can have a significant impact on our mental health and overall well-being. Here are some amazing benefits they offer:

✨ Reduced stress, anxiety, and depression
✨ Eased loneliness
✨ Encouraged exercise and playfulness
✨ Improved cardiovascular health
✨ Helped children grow up more secure and active

We aren't suggesting everyone should go out and buy a pet, but maybe indulge in some cute kitten videos today!

Celebrate the joy and love these little companions bring today! Share your favorite kitten photos or stories with us! 🐾💖

🌟 Phone Counselling for Adults: Now Available! 🌟

Did you know you can access reduced rate phone counselling through Relate West Sussex? We offer 50-minute phone counselling sessions with experienced counsellors for adults aged 18+.

🌈 Affordable Support 🌈
Sessions are just £40, providing professional help when you need it most.

📞 How to Book 📞

Contact our team today to find out more or to book your session:
📱 Phone: 01293 657055
📧 Email: [email protected]

Take the first step towards better mental health and well-being. We're here to help. 💙

Hello and welcome to Relate West Sussex! 🌟

Here's a snapshot of what we have happening at the moment:

🔹 Regular Counselling Sessions - Available for individuals and couples, families & children
🔹 Children and Young People Counselling - Special offer at just £20 per session.
🔹 High-Quality Professional Training - Our next session is on 20th September.

For any further information, please contact us. Feel free to message me for links and details on how to book.

We're here to support you and your loved ones.

📢Exciting News from Relate West Sussex!📢

I was thrilled to see some of our posters displayed at my local GP surgery on Monday! 🌟 If you would like to help spread the word about our services at your workplace, school, college, charity, GP surgery, hospital, or anywhere else, we would love to send you some posters or flyers.

At Relate West Sussex, we offer a range of support services including:
❤️ Couples Counselling
🧍‍♂️ Individual Counselling (Face-to-Face and Phone)
👧 Children and Young People's Counselling
👪 Family Counselling
💞 Psychosexual Therapy

Interested in receiving a pack? Feel free to ping me over a private message or comment below, and we’ll make sure you get everything you need.

Thank you for helping us reach more people who could benefit from our support!

Don't forget to get in touch to book in your training presented bu the renowned Professor Monckton Smith!
We are offering a 10% concession for groups of 5 or more!
Please message to book in!

Here's where you can find our amazing charity shop!

Our charity shop helps fund and subsidise counselling sessions. So when you shop with us, not only are you making a positive impact on the environment, but you are also making an important impact in our community!
Thank you!🥰

Have you visited our Relate charity shop yet? We have a range of goodies for you to browse! Pop in to see our friendly group of volunteers and to treat yourself!

📞 Exciting News from West Sussex Relate! 🌟

We are thrilled to offer phone counselling at a 44% discount off our standard counselling fee! Take advantage of this special offer and book your one-to-one counselling session today.

Benefits of phone counselling:

- Convenience: No need to travel, save time and money on transport.
- Comfort: Receive support from the comfort of your own home.
- Flexibility: Easier to fit into your busy schedule.

We have morning slots available, perfect for fitting into your routine. Don't miss out on this opportunity to receive professional support at a reduced rate.

☎️ Call our friendly reception team today to book your session! We’re here to help.

🌟 Transform Intervention into Prevention! 🌟

Join our powerful two-part online training: Homicide Timeline & Coercive Control Su***de Timeline, led by renowned expert Professor Jane Monckton - Smith.

👥 Who’s it for?
This training is tailored for professionals responding to disclosures of domestic abuse or stalking, as well as those involved in managing offenders. Whether you're a frontline worker, law enforcement officer, mental health professional, or social worker, this course equips you with the knowledge and tools needed to effectively intervene and prevent tragedies.

🔍What you’ll learn:
- The 8 stages of the Homicide Timeline
- Patterns of coercive control and stalking in intimate relationships
- Perpetrator thinking and motivation
- Insights from families bereaved by intimate partner homicide
- The 8 stages of the Coercive Control Su***de Timeline
- Chronic fear and controlling patterns in relationships
- Escalating risks of self-harm or violence

Equip yourself with the tools to make a real difference. Be a part of the solution in breaking the cycle of intimate partner violence.

👉 Sign up now https://www.eventbrite.com/e/homicide-timeline-and-su***de-timeline-with-professor-jane-monckton-smith-tickets-927783253687?aff=oddtdtcreator

We are offering concessions for group bookings. Please send me a group booking request in a private message.

🌟 Check In with Your Children’s Emotions 🌟

Just as we check in with ourselves and our friends, it's crucial to check in with our children to see how they are feeling. Children and young people can often feel confused about their emotions, or they may be dealing with some kind of life trauma. If left unchecked, these feelings can cause significant harm.

At Relate West Sussex, we offer a dedicated counselling service for children and young people aged 5-18 across West Sussex. Our qualified counsellors provide support in various locations:

- Ages 5-11: Counselling available at our Crawley space
- Ages 11-18: Counselling available in Crawley, Horsham, East Grinstead, and Chichester

This July and August, we are offering subsidised counselling sessions to support our young people. If you want to learn more or book a session, get in touch with our friendly reception team on 01293 657055.

Let's work together to support the emotional well-being of our children. 💛

🎉 Introducing Friday Feedback Day at Relate West Sussex! 🎉

At Relate West Sussex, we are committed to continuously improving our services. One of the best ways we do this is by listening to you, our valued clients.

From now on, Fridays will be known as Friday Feedback Day!📣

This feedback helps us enhance our counselling services and ensures we meet your needs effectively.

🌟Young People's Counselling at Relate West Sussex🌟

Are you having problems at school, issues with your parents, or just not feeling like yourself? Our counselling services for young people provide a safe space to talk about your feelings, separate from school and home life, and help you get back to enjoying life.

Our counselling can help 11-18 year olds with:

✨ Depression and mental health concerns
✨ Issues with parents or people at school
✨ General feelings of being overwhelmed

At Relate West Sussex, you'll be supported by a caring and non-judgmental counsellor. You can be referred by a teacher, social worker, parent or you can ask to see a counsellor yourself. Your conversations are confidential, unless there's a concern about your safety.

📞Contact our friendly and helpful admin team at 01293 657055.
When you're ready, we can Relate.

🌟Did you know that Relate West Sussex offers Children's Counselling?🌟

We provide specialised support for children aged 5-11, focusing on their wellbeing and experiences.

Children's counselling can help with:

✨ Stress or anxiety
✨ Family changes like parental divorce
✨ Academic pressure

Our process begins with an initial assessment to determine the best support for your child.

📢Special Summer Holiday Offer: £20/session!

Start the conversation with Relate West Sussex today. Our friendly admin team is ready to assist you. Call us today on 01293 657055

💬 Let's support your child's journey together. 💬

An incredible opportunity to help support our children and young people's mental health in West Sussex.

If you know a young person aged 5-18 that could benefit from counselling across the summer holidays then you need to contact us as we have limited spaces available!

Up to 6 sessions available per child for just £20 per session, and subsidised by Relate West Sussex

These are challenging times for all local authorities, so we were delighted and grateful for the funding award from Crawley Borough Council. Thank you so much to Cllr Mullins and the team!

Did you know that our counselling service is for individuals, couples, families and children and young people from the age of 5. We also provide specialist psychosexual therapy, where individuals can attend on their own or with their partner.
Plus, we offer a range of subsidies as we don't want cost to be a barrier for anyone.
For more information telephone 01293 657055 or email
[email protected]

We're looking for a Fundraising and Marketing Manager to join our friendly team!
More information can be found on the Crawley Community Action Job Vacancies page https://www.crawleycommunityaction.org/

If you'd like a job pack please contact [email protected]

Feeling festive at the Relate Charity Shop.
Don’t miss Santa and our other festivities!
So come along on the 20th December and join in the fun!

We want to introduce some of the people from our charity, starting with Lisa our Centre Manager:

Hi – My name is Lisa and I’m the Centre Manager here at Relate West Sussex. I have worked here for the past four and a half years with an amazing team of staff and counsellors and really believe in the work that we do. In the last year, our team provided counselling for over 1,000 people across the area.

More introductions coming soon! 😊

Thinking of coming to counselling?

This is how it works.

First you will need to call us to book a paid appointment.
On your first appointment which is called an assessment, you will spend approximately 50 minutes with your counsellor who will ask you a few questions. At the end of the session, you will discuss if counselling is the right thing for you. If you both agree then you will be offered regular counselling, the number of counselling sessions you receive will depend on your individual situation.

We don’t want cost to be a barrier, always check with us when you call as we have several ways to help you access free or low-cost counselling.

For more information or to book an appointment,
please call 01293 657055 or email [email protected]

World Mental Health Day is coming up on October 10th. In the UK around 1 in 4 people will experience a mental health problem each year. So, it is important that we raise awareness and continue to reduce the stigma around mental health.

This day is a chance for people to unify around this year’s theme ‘mental health is a human right’.

If you are struggling, there is support available to you.

For more information or to book an appointment,
please call 01293 657055 or email [email protected]

September is Su***de Prevention Awareness Month and despite more people willing to discuss mental health, su***de remains a difficult topic to discuss. In the UK, 125 lives are lost every week to su***de, so it’s important that we feel we can open up about this and raise awareness.

Su***de could affect anyone, with women being most likely to feel suicidal thoughts and men being three times more likely to take their own life than women.

At Relate we are not afraid to talk about it.

For more information or to book an appointment, please call
01293 657055 or email [email protected]

September is the start of the academic year, with new beginnings for many youngsters.
Changes and transitions can be tricky, but with support from family and friends and a listening ear, all changes are manageable.
Listening without interruption, judgement or to ‘fix’ things helps. Listening without preparing a response in your head is also helpful.

Relate offer a children and young people’s counselling service and have done so for over 20 years
Our counsellors see children and young people aged from 5 to 25.
For more information contact 01293 657055 or email [email protected]

Did you know you can help us fundraise by shopping?
Just register with Easyfundraising, with the QR code below and every time you shop the retailer gives our charity a small percentage and all of the money raised helps us to offer low cost or free counselling to people who need it.

For more information on counselling and to make an appointment, please call 01293 657055 or email [email protected]

Some of the lovely, creative tools used by one of our counsellors to help children and young people express feelings and emotions.
Talking is just part of the process and doing an activity alongside a child or young person can help them relax, open up and share what's bothering them.
For more information and to make an appointment, please call 01293 657055 or email [email protected]