Counselling for Men · Brighton & Hove · Online UK-Wide
Some things are easier
said out loud.
No fuss, no jargon, no pressure.
Just a bit of time for yourself.
A straightforward space to talk through what's going on — work, relationships, feeling stuck, or just not quite feeling like yourself.
What works for you is what matters most — you choose how we meet.
Whether that's a walk on the South Downs, a call from your car, or sitting across from each other — it's your call.
Why Men Work With Gary
Counselling That Works
for Men
Men often find it harder to open up. Gary gets that — and works with it, not against it.
No Judgement
Whatever you're carrying — work stress, relationships, grief, anger — there's no wrong answer here. Just honest conversation.
Practical & Direct
Counselling doesn't have to mean lying on a couch. Gary works in a way that suits men — straightforward, focused, real.
Walk & Talk Option
Prefer to be moving? Sessions outdoors on the South Downs are available — many men find it easier to talk while walking.
Face-to-Face or Online
Brighton & Hove in person, or online from anywhere in the UK — whatever works for your life and schedule.
What We Work On
Whatever You're Dealing With,
You're Not Alone
These are some of the most common things men bring to sessions. No issue is too big or too small.
Face-to-Face
Brighton & Hove
Meet in a private, comfortable space. Ideal if you prefer talking in person.
Walk & Talk
South Downs & Brighton
Moving while talking often makes it easier. Sessions outdoors in nature.
Online or Phone
Anywhere in the UK
From your home, car, or wherever you're comfortable. Flexible and private.
From Men Who've Been There
Hear It From
Other Men
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Gary was able to reach into my head and start to signpost the areas in my life that needed healing. He never judged me, always listened, was there to manage my emotions. I can honestly say, I feel he has started to get my life back.
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I had a face-to-face session to start and then followed that with online and telephone sessions. Gary understood the anxiety I was going through and he made me feel at ease quickly.
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Since meeting Gary, I realise he is an excellent counsellor for men wanting to unload the stress in their lives — he thinks outside the box in ways to just get us all talking.
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It was really good to walk on The South Downs with Gary who listened intently and gave me some excellent perspectives. I highly recommend this approach to counselling.
About Gary
A Counsellor Who
Understands Men
Gary Jessop is an accredited counsellor based in Brighton & Hove with extensive experience supporting men through some of life's toughest challenges.
He runs the Men's Compass Room — a group space specifically for men — and offers walk & talk sessions on the South Downs, because he knows that sitting in a room isn't for everyone.
Gary's approach is direct, practical, and free of jargon. You don't need to have it all figured out before you reach out. Many men find that just having one honest conversation changes things.
Group Support for Men
The Men's Compass Room
A group space for men to connect, share, and support one another. No agenda, no pressure — just honest conversation in a room full of men who get it.
Many men find the group format a powerful complement to individual counselling — or a great first step if one-to-one feels too much right now.
Take the First Step
Ready to Talk?
The first step is the hardest. A free 20-minute consultation — no commitment, no pressure — just a chance to see if working together feels right.
Most men say they wished they'd reached out sooner.
Free Consultation
No obligation
Confidential
Always private
Flexible
Online or in person
