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You've read the articles, saved the posts, and spent late night after late night trying to figure out why you feel stuck.Insight is a great start, together we'll create real and lasting change.

If you've been searching for answers, you're not alone.

When overwhelmed or stuck, it’s understandable that you might turn to Google, Large Language Models, podcasts, or social media to make sense of things. It’s a sign that you want to change and are actively looking for a way forward.But you might be noticing that even with all this new insight:- You still feel stuck in the exact same emotional cycles- Knowing why you feel a certain way hasn't stopped it from happening- Information has given you awareness, but not necessarily relief- When discomfort arises, you still avoid it with scrolling, eating, or constantly keeping busyTherapy isn't about collecting more information about your problems. It is about having a real, human space to unpack why those patterns exist and how to break them.Together, we take the insights you've gathered and turn them into meaningful, lasting change.

An active, conversation approach

I’m Martin, an NCPS accredited therapist working in person in Chichester and Littlehampton, and online across the UK.My practice is rooted in Transactional Analysis (TA), a practical, down-to-earth model of therapy designed to help you understand:- How past relational patterns shape your present choices- Why part of you wants change while another part stays stuck- How to step out of familiar survival modes and build genuine autonomyNo clinical jargon without real-world meaning. No endless nodding (well, maybe a little nodding). Just human and collaborative work.

Practice locations and availability

I am currently at full capacity for new clients. However, I still welcome enquiries and can offer a brief introductory phone call to discuss what you are looking for from therapy. If we feel like a good fit to work together, you are welcome to join my waiting list for future availability.Please get in touch using the contact form below to arrange a call.

Chichester

Sessions in Chichester take place at Chichester Therapy Rooms. The consulting rooms are centrally located near both Market Avenue and Basin Road car parks, and are a short walk from the main train station.

Littlehampton

Sessions in Littlehampton take place at Maltravers Drive. The room is located a short walk from the town centre, with ample roadside parking and convenient bus connections.

Online

Sessions take place online via secure video call. Remote therapy provides a flexible, confidential space without the need to travel.

Practical information and fees

  • Initial Consultation: Free up-to-30-minute phone call to discuss what brings you to therapy and ensure we are a good fit

  • Session Fee: £70 per 50-minute session (In-Person and Online).

  • Session Frequency: Weekly sessions held at a regular, dedicated time slot reserved exclusively for you

  • Payment: Settled via bank transfer or online invoice on or before the day of your session

Take the next step

Reaching out can feel like a significant step, which is why I offer a free 30-minute introductory video call. It is simply a pressure-free conversation for us to discuss what you need and see if we are a good fit to work together.If we choose to move forward, our first few sessions are about saying hello, starting to develop our shared language, and building a mutual contract for change. This ensures we have a clear, shared goal and that we are working collaboratively at every single step.You can arrange a call through the Counselling Directory, or message me directly using the form below.Please note: I will respond to your inquiry via email. Please keep an eye on your inbox and spam folder over the next day or two.

  • "Thank you so much for all of your continued kindness and support. You always put me at ease even when I was feeling super anxious and I really appreciated your ability to understand when I needed a space to be listened to and when it was the right time to work on developing skills with no pressure."

  • "You shared your knowledge and understanding of different theories in a way I could digest and remember it which isn't always easy as I'm dyslexic and dyspraxic. I feel very blessed to have had the opportunity to work with you."

  • "Thank you for your warmth and understanding. Being able to explore what was going on for me and have a space to understand it without judgement was hard at first, it was so new, but turns out it was exactly what I needed to break the patterns that were holding me back."

  • "Sessions weren’t always easy, but I’m glad that I took the chance on therapy. Thank you for being with me in those moments."

More about Martin

My journey to becoming a therapist began with my own experience of feeling completely lost at sea. Through my early life and into my twenties, I felt directionless and disempowered. It was through my own therapy, alongside a decade of personal learning, that I discovered a genuine passion for life. I now consider it a privilege to support others in creating that same lasting change for themselves.I am an Accredited Member of the National Counselling and Psychotherapy Society (NCPS). I completed my advanced clinical training at The Link Centre, where I developed my deep focus on Transactional Analysis and relational therapy.Alongside my private practice, I have extensive experience working in the mental health charity sector as a coordinator and mental health recovery worker for West Sussex Mind. In that role, I delivered cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) informed interventions, ran group workshops, and supported hundreds of people within our local community. This time gave me invaluable insight into how local medical systems handle mental health, and it taught me how to provide a more rounded, down-to-earth therapeutic environment.I bring the whole of this background into our sessions. I don't operate from a cold, clinical script; I bring real-world experience, absolute respect for your story, and a commitment to working alongside you as an equal partner.

Take the next step

Reaching out can feel like a significant step, which is why I offer a free 30-minute introductory call. It is simply a pressure-free conversation for us to discuss what you need and see if we are a good fit to work together.If we choose to move forward, our first few sessions are about saying hello, starting to develop our shared language, and building a mutual contract for change. This ensures we have a clear, shared goal and that we are working collaboratively at every single step.You can arrange a call through the Counselling Directory, or message me directly using the form below.Please note: I will respond to your inquiry via email. Please keep an eye on your inbox and spam folder over the next day or two.

Privacy Policy for Martin Franklin Therapy

1. IntroductionI am committed to protecting your privacy and handling your personal data with transparency and care. This policy outlines how I collect, use, and safeguard the information you provide via this website.2. Data CollectionWhen you use the contact form on this website, I collect:Name: To address you correctly.
Email Address: To respond to your inquiry.
Message Content: Any information you choose to share about your circumstances.3. How I Use Your Data
I use this information solely to:Respond to your initial inquiry.
Arrange a complimentary introductory call.
Establish a professional therapeutic relationship if we move forward.4. Data Retention & SecurityContact Form: Your data is sent directly to my secure email ([email protected]).Storage: If we do not work together, your initial inquiry email will be deleted within 3 months.No Sharing: I never sell, rent, or share your contact data with third parties for marketing purposes.5. Confidentiality & Legal ExceptionsAs a member of the NCPS, my work is confidential. However, I may be legally required to share information if:
- I believe there is a risk of serious harm to yourself or others
- I am compelled by a court of law.6. Your RightsUnder GDPR, you have the right to request a copy of the data I hold about you, or to ask that I delete your personal information from my systems.7. ContactFor any questions regarding your data, please contact me at [email protected].