Evidence Based
NHS trained cognitive behavioural therapist informed by established psychological models and research.
Therapy in Brighton and online
Create lasting change.
Cognitive behavioural therapy, clinical hypnotherapy and relationship therapy, direct and straight talking yet with warmth and a practical focus on achieving your goals.
22 years of therapeutic experience
NHS trained CBT therapist
Online and face to face
Free consultation
A relaxed first conversation to see whether working
together feels right.
Why work with me
Experienced. Compassionate. Insightful. Unconventional. Effective.
Creating a safe, anchored base to face challenge. There is no change without risk, yet it's hard to take risks without feeling a foundation of security.
Experienced
More than two decades working across private practice, the NHS, within higher education and specialist services.
Tailored
Sessions shaped around your personality, circumstances, aims and preferred pace, not just a standard script.
Practical
Compassionate therapy with a clear focus on useful insight, workable strategies and meaningful progress.
Areas of therapy
Support for the things keeping you stuck.
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Anxiety and Worry
Reduce overthinking, fear, avoidance. Switch off your mind and learn to manage intense physical sensations.
Depression and Low Mood
Controversial to say but depression is trying to help you. Understand what it is teaching you and how to grow from it.
OCD and Intrusive Thoughts
Develop your ability to manage distressing thoughts, doubt, compulsions and reassurance seeking.
Addictions and Habits
Address urges, triggers and patterns involving alcohol, drugs, smoking or unwanted behaviour.
Self Esteem and Confidence
Challenge entrenched self criticism and develop a more secure and grounded relationship with yourself.
Relationship Coaching
Improve your communication, trust, deepen intimacy, manage your boundaries and enhance emotional connection. Fall in love again.
About Kim
Straightforward, compassionate and focused.
Hello, I am Kim Leader. I am an NHS trained cognitive behavioural therapist and one of Brighton's longest established hypnotherapists.
I aim to offer the right balance of warmth and challenge. I listen carefully seeking to understand your experience, while also being honest, practical and willing to help sessions stay focused on the changes that matter to you.
- 22 years of experience
- Postgraduate Diploma in CBT
- Seven years in NHS services
- Five years at Sussex University
- Senior registered hypnotherapist
- Supervisor to therapists
Relationship Coaching
Intimacy. Sex. Connection. Love.
Two facilitators, double the insight, twice the connection.
Learning to recognise, express and meet your own needs, and those of your partner. It is our intention not just that you are getting along again, but falling in love again. However, if the relationship has become untenable, then seperating with care and grace.
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What people have said.
★★★★★“Kim is highly empathetic, a fantastic hypnotherapist and very professional.”
★★★★★“None have been as life changing as Kim.”
★★★★★“I am pretty astonished at how quickly change is possible.”
Free resources
Practical help you can use now.
Browse CBT worksheets, self help guides and psychological resources to support reflection and change.
Take the first step
Ready to talk things through?
Book a free telephone consultation. There is no pressure to commit. It is simply a chance to discuss what is happening and whether I may be the right therapist for you.