Arun Counselling Centre

30/04/2026

It's the end of Stress Awareness Month where we've been sharing some self-help strategies. Whilst valuable, ongoing and persistent stress or anxiety may benefit from professional support.

Find out more by visiting our website: https://aruncounselling.com/how-reduce-stress-and-anxiety

How to reduce stress and anxiety Image Image Arun Counselling Centre Monday 16 March 2026 Stress and anxiety are natural responses designed to protect us. In small doses, they sharpen focus and prepare us for action. When they become persistent or overwhelming, they can affect sleep, concentration,....

28/04/2026

For the third year running, we are delighted to receive a grant from The Ian Askew Charitable Trust to support the core costs of Arun Counselling Centre.

Grants like these enable us to support more people in the community with better mental health through low-cost, high-quality counselling.

Thank you to the Foundation for their ongoing support 💚 .

27/04/2026

Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) helps identify unhelpful thinking patterns and replace them with healthier alternatives, delivering practical tools for real-life challenges.

CBT supports treatment for depression, anxiety, PTSD, eating disorders, personality disorders, sleep problems, addiction and long-term pain and can lead to a better quality of life.

Behind every session sits professional training, psychological theory, and evidence-based approaches designed to help you cope, process, heal and grow.

Our counsellors are professionals who draw on evidence-based models, like CBT, to tailor sessions to you. You do not need to choose a counselling type before seeking support, the same as you do not need a clinical diagnosis or a GP referral to access counselling.

Find out more by visiting our website: https://aruncounselling.com/

24/04/2026

Connecting with nature for even a short time can help improve mood, reduce stress and anxiety, boost creativity and improve physical health.

Discovering what is around you through your senses can help ground you in the moment and your environment, whether this is a walk around a lake, a picnic or stroll on a beach, or sitting under a tree next to a river and provides a welcome distraction from day-to-day worries.

Discover more ways to manage stress and anxiety: https://aruncounselling.com/how-reduce-stress-and-anxiety

22/04/2026

We were honoured to be invited to the Bognor Regis Town Council Civic Reception, having been privileged enough to have seen our Grant Aid application successful for another year, continuing the long standing support from the Council for Arun Counselling Centre.

James Davies, Director of Operations, attended on behalf of ACC: "it was brilliant to have the opportunity to spend time with other like minded people, doing fantastic things for our community. As Cllr Mrs Gill Yeates said in her speech, there are so few doing so much.

"Every £100 we receive allows us to bridge the gap in funding, by being able to offer a bursary to somebody in need of our support for 18 weeks, who otherwise would not be able to afford our service. For many clients, those 18 sessions can be life changing, for others, they could be life saving.

"We've been delivering affordable counselling to the people of Arun for 43 years. It's funding like this that means our charity can hope to still be delivering social impact for this community in 43 years' time. Thank you Bognor Regis Town Council for continuing to support Arun Counselling Centre".

21/04/2026

We would like to thank Felpham Parish Council for their generous grant enabling us to support more people in the community.

Awards like these can be a lifeline for people who are struggling, both with their mental health and financially, to get the support they need to move forward in life.

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Felpham Parish Council & Community Hall

20/04/2026

Behind every session sits professional training, psychological theory, and evidence-based approaches designed to help you cope, process, heal and grow.

Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT) supports people who struggle with shame or self-criticism by building self-compassion and emotional regulation skills.

Our counsellors are professionals who draw on evidence-based models, like CFT, to tailor sessions to you. You do not need to choose a counselling type before seeking support, the same as you do not need a clinical diagnosis or a GP referral to access counselling.

Find out more by visiting our website: https://aruncounselling.com/

17/04/2026

Our thoughts influence how we feel and act and can contribute to stress and anxiety.

Reframing our thinking encourages balance. Try asking yourself:

What evidence do I have for this thought?
Is there another explanation?
What would I say to a friend in this situation?

Discover more ways to manage stress and anxiety by visiting: https://aruncounselling.com/how-reduce-stress-and-anxiety

16/04/2026

After a referral to Arun Counselling Centre, Liz recognised how many of her feelings linked back to childhood trauma. Through her sessions she has learned coping strategies, how to check in with herself, understand and process grief and loss and manage her own wellbeing.

"It’s a very safe and calm environment. You don’t have to open up straight away - it’s a gradual process. Over time, things will start to make sense, and you’ll have support to work through them.”

Read the impact has had for Liz: https://aruncounselling.com/life-changing-support-liz

13/04/2026

Existential therapy is a form of client-centred counselling that helps you understand your place in the world and understand your unique life experiences.

Your counsellor will provide a safe, non-judgemental and supportive space to explore your feelings and gain new understanding so you can move forward in life.

Behind every session sits professional training, psychological theory, and evidence-based approaches designed to help you cope, process, heal and grow.

Our counsellors are professionals who draw on evidence-based models, like Existential, to tailor sessions to you. You do not need to choose a counselling type before seeking support, the same as you do not need a clinical diagnosis or a GP referral to access counselling.

Find out more by visiting our website: https://aruncounselling.com/

10/04/2026

If you are feeling overwhelmed at home or work, breaking down larger tasks into smaller to do lists can give you clarity, and reduce stress and anxiety.

Structured activity can improve mood and reduce avoidance patterns, and even rewarding completion with something small can help build confidence in ability and a sense of achievement.

Visit our website to discover more ways to manage stress and anxiety: https://aruncounselling.com/how-reduce-stress-and-anxiety

09/04/2026

We're looking for a Marketing Assistant to help us promote our services and better mental health in the community. As an established charity, we provide affordable counselling to help people move forward in life.

We're based in Littlehampton, West Sussex, and ideally are looking for someone that could go into the centre at least once a month.

The role will be fully supported, and you will have the opportunity to apply your knowledge/to learn about all aspects of marketing.

To find out more and to apply, view the opportunity on Reach Volunteering: https://reachvolunteering.org.uk/opp/volunteer-marketing-assistant-0