Therapy in East Sussex
Hello, I'm Felicia Hooton, although most people know me as Fely. My pronouns are she/her. I offer therapy from Wilmington, East Sussex, UK.
I am a registered member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and am committed to maintaining high professional and ethical standards throughout my practice.
Before becoming a therapist, I worked as a qualified teacher, including teaching English as a second language. Looking back, I can see how those years shaped the way I connect with people. They taught me the importance of listening carefully, communicating clearly and recognising that everyone learns, grows and expresses themselves in their own way.
Choosing to become a therapist felt like a natural step forward for me. There is something about this work that feels deeply meaningful. I have always been genuinely interested in people and in understanding what life has been like for them and what has brought them to where they are today. It is about being alongside someone as they make sense of what they are going through and find their own way forward.
Why do people go to therapy?
Perhaps you are finding life a little difficult at the moment. You may be getting on with things, doing what needs to be done and putting other people first. But somewhere along the way, you might have started to feel that you need a little space for yourself. Perhaps your thoughts feel difficult to settle and your emotions are harder to understand. Maybe something has happened that has left you questioning things.
You might know exactly what has brought you to counselling or you might simply have a feeling that you would like things to be different. You do not need to arrive with all the answers. We can begin with whatever feels comfortable for you and take the time to explore what matters to you.
I have always been fascinated by people and the uniqueness of every individual. No two people experience life in exactly the same way, and I consider it a privilege when someone chooses to share their journey with me.
Finding a therapist you feel comfortable with is an important part of the process, and I hope these few words have given you a sense of the person behind the name. If you feel we might be a good fit, I would be pleased to hear from you.
Finding the words
There is no expectation for you to have the right words when you come to therapy. As someone who speaks English as a second language and has taught English to adults from many different backgrounds, I know that expressing ourselves is not always straightforward. Sometimes feelings are difficult to put into words, and that's okay. We can take our time and begin wherever feels right for you.
A human relationship
For me, therapy is, above all, a human relationship. It is one person meeting another with honesty, empathy and acceptance. I consider it a privilege when someone chooses to share what they are going through with me. I never take that trust for granted and I believe it is important to create a space where someone can feel safe enough to be open and truly themselves.
The next steps
If you are considering therapy, perhaps the most important question is not whether I have the perfect words or the perfect approach. It is whether you feel that we might be able to build a relationship where you feel safe enough to be yourself. If that is something you are looking for, I would be honoured to walk alongside you.
You might be seeking support for:
Anxiety
Bereavement and grief
Cancer diagnosis and cancer support
Depression
Family and relationship difficulties
Supporting parents of anxious children
Low self-worth and self-esteem
Stress and overwhelm
Life changes and transitions
Loss and anticipatory grief
Childhood experiences and their lasting impact
Feeling stuck or uncertain
Identity and sense of self
Caring for a loved one
If what brings you to therapy isn't listed here, you're still welcome to get in touch.
People seek therapy for many different reasons, and together we can explore whether I'm the right therapist for you.
Practice location
I offer therapy in person from my practice in Wilmington, East Sussex, as well as online and by telephone. All sessions are 50 minutes.
Therapy fees
Finding the right therapist is an important decision. To help you decide whether I am the right therapist for you, I offer a free 20 -minute telephone consultation. This gives us an opportunity to talk about what has brought you to therapy, for you to ask any questions you may have and to see whether we feel we can work well together.
If you choose to start therapy, sessions last 50 minutes and are priced at £60 each. They typically occur weekly or every two weeks to promote consistency and strengthen the therapeutic relationship. I currently welcome clients for counselling sessions on Wednesdays and Fridays.
I offer open-ended therapy, which means there is no fixed number of sessions. We will work together for as long as you feel it is helpful, and you are free to end therapy whenever you feel ready.
Contact me about therapy
Feel free to contact me if you have any questions about how counselling works, or to arrange a free telephone consultation. 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.
All enquires are usually answered within 24 hours, and all contact is strictly confidential.