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About Me

Hi, I’m Alexandra — a trauma-informed therapist based in Brighton & Hove, offering both in-person and online sessions.

My work is rooted in compassion, presence, and the understanding that real healing happens when we feel safe, seen, and supported. I’m here to walk alongside you as you untangle subconscious patterns, regulate your nervous system, and reconnect with the wisdom of your body.

My own journey of deep emotional healing from complex trauma is what led me to this path. I bring both lived experience and professional training into every session, meeting you gently, without judgement.

My Approach

I offer an integrative approach that blends hypnotherapy, psychotherapy, somatic tools, and energy healing modalities. Each session is tailored to meet you where you are, combining deep subconscious work with practical support for your nervous system and emotional wellbeing.

I work with the whole person — mind, body, and energy — helping you shift unhelpful patterns, release stored emotional blocks, and cultivate more ease, clarity, and self-trust in your daily life. Whether you’re healing trauma, working through anxiety, or simply feeling disconnected, we go at your pace.

Who I Work With

I support adults who are navigating challenges such as:

  • Anxiety, stress, or emotional overwhelm

  • Trauma (including childhood trauma and complex PTSD)

  • Low self-worth, people-pleasing, or perfectionism

  • Confidence, identity, and self-expression issues

  • Chronic tension, burnout,

  • Disconnection from the body

  • Feeling stuck in repeating patterns or relationships

Many of my clients are sensitive, empathic, or neurodivergent, and find that traditional talk therapy hasn’t quite reached the root of things. My work is here for those ready to go deeper — with gentleness, grounding, and support.

I work with people of all genders and sexualities.

Meet Alexandra Garland

Therapist in Brighton, Hove & Online

I offer trauma-informed therapy that blends psychotherapy, clinical hypnotherapy, somatic tools, and energy healing to help clients reconnect with themselves and feel safe in their bodies again. Whether you're seeking support with anxiety, trauma, confidence, or emotional overwhelm, I meet you with presence, compassion, and a grounded, holistic approach.

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Qualifications


  • Degree in Psychology, Bachelor of Science, Honours
    (BSc, Hons)

  • Diploma in Analytical Hypnotherapy & Psychotherapy (DAHP, Level 5)*

  • Continued Professional Development Certificates:

    • Eye Movement Therapy

    • Gold Counselling

    • Post Traumatic Stress

    • Psycho-somatic Stress Trauma

  • Holistic Certificates:

    • Usui Reiki Levels 1 and 2

    • Crystal Healing

    • Rahanni Celestial Healing (Angelic Healing)

    • Shamanic Healing

I am a registered member of The Accredited Counsellors, Coaches, Psychotherapists and Hypnotherapists (ACCPH) and adhere to their strict code of conduct including regular supervision. I hold full professional insurance and regularly undertake further studies to enhance my knowledge.

*I attended Jacquelyne Morison Hypnotherapy Training School under tuition of Bradley Dearman.

Inclusion

I have taken part in various LGBTQIA+ inclusion and anti-racism trainings and am always working on being as inclusive as I can.

I work with people of any gender, sexuality, race or background.

I am also a verified member of Proud Wellness, whose mission is to advance equality and inclusion in wellness services for LGBTQIA+ people and wellness professionals.