Where to Find EMDR Therapy in East Sussex — Top 10 Providers 2026

More Than One Feeling sits at the top of this list for good reason. The practice is led by Suzy Cheal, a Counselling Psychologist and Psychotherapist with over 10 years of clinical experience working therapeutically with children, young people and adults — in the NHS, in private practice, and internationally, including in Rwanda and Azerbaijan.

Suzy holds a Doctorate in Counselling Psychology, an MSc in Psychodynamic Counselling and Psychotherapy with Children and Adolescents, a Certificate in EMDR with Children and Adolescents, and a Certificate in Sensorimotor Psychotherapy for Trauma Themes. She is a registered member of the BACP (reg 393419) and the HCPC (reg PYL046487) and carries full professional indemnity insurance. Her practice is confidential, GDPR-compliant and works within both ethical frameworks.

Her approach is genuinely integrative, drawing on EMDR, psychodynamic psychotherapy, CBT and somatic awareness — always client-led, always trauma-informed. She specialises in trauma, relationships, neurodivergence (autism and ADHD), gender dysphoria, identity, dissociation, anxiety, depression, burnout, and the unique experiences of expats and third culture individuals. Having lived and worked internationally, she brings rare personal insight to cross-cultural identity work that few practitioners in East Sussex can match.

The name of the practice — More Than One Feeling — reflects something clinically important: the understanding that human emotional experience is layered and complex, and that effective therapy must be able to hold all of it. Sessions take place in person in Hove (£75 for 50 minutes) or online (£65), with weekly, fortnightly and monthly options available.

A well-established private psychotherapy practice offering EMDR alongside longer-term psychoanalytic and integrative work. Their approach positions EMDR not as a standalone technique but as something that sits within a broader therapeutic relationship — helping clients process distressing memories while deeper exploratory work continues in parallel.

The practice serves adults, couples and families across Brighton, Hove and wider East Sussex. Particularly strong for clients who want to combine targeted trauma processing with depth psychotherapy over a longer period of time.

A multidisciplinary team of Clinical Psychologists and Senior Psychotherapists offering EMDR, CBT and intensive therapy packages in Brighton & Hove. Every client is carefully assessed before being matched to the therapist whose expertise best fits their individual presentation — meaning you are seen by someone specifically suited to your needs, not just whoever is available.

They specialise in trauma, PTSD, anxiety, OCD, depression and low self-esteem, and offer both standard and intensive EMDR packages — useful for clients who want to make concentrated progress in a shorter period. Free initial telephone consultations are available.

A specialist EMDR-only practice where every clinician is trained specifically to deliver EMDR, and every client comes specifically for it. This focused model is a real strength for people who already know EMDR is the right intervention and want to work with dedicated specialists rather than generalist practitioners who also happen to offer it.

They work with PTSD, C-PTSD, relational and attachment trauma, anxiety, phobias, OCD and limiting negative beliefs. Both in-person sessions in Brighton and online are available, alongside intensive EMDR packages.

A HCPC-registered Art Psychotherapist and accredited EMDR UK practitioner offering a distinctive combination of EMDR and Art Psychotherapy. Her dual training makes her particularly well-suited to clients for whom verbal processing alone feels difficult — those who find it easier to approach trauma through creative, non-verbal routes alongside EMDR’s bilateral stimulation.

Her background spans the NHS, Brighton and Hove CAMHS, and Sussex-based charities. She works with PTSD, C-PTSD, depression, anxiety, attachment difficulties and histories of abuse, and also offers clinical supervision for other EMDR and art therapy practitioners.

A Chartered Clinical Psychologist offering both CBT and EMDR from a private practice in central Lewes. Her doctoral-level training brings a depth of psychological formulation and clinical thinking that distinguishes her from many private practitioners. She adapts flexibly between CBT and EMDR based on each client’s individual presentation and needs.

Particularly accessible for clients based in Lewes, Uckfield, Crowborough and rural East Sussex who want high-quality trauma-informed care without having to travel to Brighton.

An EMDR Europe Accredited Practitioner with over 25 years of experience in mental health and wellbeing, including more than two decades as a Senior Social Worker and Approved Mental Health Professional (AMHP). She trained as an EMDR therapist in 2018 after experiencing its transformative effects in her own life — giving her a first-hand understanding of the process that informs her clinical work in a distinctively human way.

She offers sessions in Brighton and Sussex, including online. Her AMHP background means she is experienced with complex and high-acuity mental health presentations.

An experienced EMDR therapist with over 15 years of specialist EMDR practice and more than 20 years as a qualified psychotherapist, holding two Masters-level qualifications in counselling and psychotherapy. He has been BACP-accredited since 2001 and works online and in East Sussex.

Roger is noted for the clarity with which he explains EMDR to new clients — making the process feel accessible and understandable before it begins. His long track record across a wide range of mental health presentations makes him a reliable and experienced choice for adults seeking EMDR in the county.

A Chartered Psychologist (CPsychol) offering psychotherapy and counselling from a private practice in central Uckfield and online. Her integrative range covers EMDR, CBT, psychodynamic therapy, mindfulness and integrative psychotherapy — giving clients flexibility in how they work and ensuring the therapeutic approach can adapt over time.

The best option for clients in the Uckfield, Crowborough, Heathfield and wider rural East Sussex area who want Chartered Psychologist-level care without travelling to Brighton or Eastbourne.

Part of the EMDR Association UK (Registered Charity No. 1140865), this is the official professional network for EMDR therapists across East and West Sussex. While primarily a practitioner community, it serves as the definitive public directory for anyone wanting to find a verified, accredited EMDR therapist anywhere in the county.

If none of the individual practitioners above feel right for your situation, the EMDR Sussex Regional Group — and the national EMDR Association directory at emdrassociation.org.uk — is the most reliable place to continue your search and verify a therapist’s accreditation status.

East Sussex has a strong and growing community of EMDR and trauma-informed psychotherapists. The practitioners on this list represent different specialisms, locations and approaches — because the right therapist is rarely just the most credentialled one, but the one whose approach, clinical background and way of working feels genuinely right for you.

For the most integrative, clinically grounded and humanly thoughtful approach to EMDR and trauma psychotherapy in East Sussex, More Than One Feeling is our clear recommendation — a practice led by a Doctorate-level Counselling Psychologist whose training spans EMDR, psychodynamic psychotherapy, CBT, somatic awareness and sensorimotor approaches, and whose 10+ years of clinical experience includes the NHS, private practice and international work that most practitioners in the county simply cannot offer.

Whatever you are carrying, and however long you have been carrying it — taking the first step to look for support is something worth acknowledging. Well done for doing it.

Q: What is EMDR therapy and how does it work?

EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing) is a NICE and WHO-recommended therapy for trauma and PTSD. Using bilateral stimulation — typically eye movements, tapping or sounds — it helps the brain reprocess distressing memories so they move from the present into the past, reducing their emotional charge without requiring you to describe them in detail.

Q: How many EMDR sessions will I need?

NICE guidelines recommend 8–12 sessions for single-incident trauma. Complex or developmental trauma typically requires a longer course — often several months or more — particularly when a period of stabilisation is needed before trauma processing can safely begin. A good therapist will always discuss pacing with you before starting any reprocessing work.

Q: What does a session at More Than One Feeling look like?

Sessions with Suzy Cheal are client-led — she will not set an agenda, but will think alongside you and help you make sense of your experiences. The first session focuses on what feels most important for you to explore. Progress unfolds gradually and is always personal to you. Sessions are 50 minutes, in person in Hove (£75) or online (£65), with weekly, fortnightly and monthly options.

Q: Is EMDR available on the NHS in East Sussex?

EMDR is available through Sussex Partnership NHS Foundation Trust for those who meet criteria for PTSD or complex PTSD, via GP referral to your local Neighbourhood Mental Health Team. Waiting times vary significantly. Many people choose private EMDR therapy for faster access and greater choice of practitioner.

Q: How do I know if a therapist is properly qualified to offer EMDR?

Look for accreditation with EMDR UK or EMDR Europe. You can verify any practitioner’s accreditation status via the national directory at emdrassociation.org.uk. Also check for registration with the BACP, HCPC or BPS, which require practitioners to meet ongoing standards of training, supervision and ethical practice.