- Client-Centred Therapy
- Solution-Focused Therapy
- Trauma-Focused Therapy
About Susan
Susan "Sue" Small is a BACP counsellor practising in the United Kingdom with six years of experience. She works with people dealing with stress, anxiety, depression, grief and loss, low self-esteem, life changes and relationship difficulties. Her profile also notes experience supporting people with ADHD and autism.
Sue describes her approach as one that recognises the person as the expert in their own life. She offers practical, down-to-earth conversations and helps people identify small, manageable steps forward. Sessions aim to focus on what feels most useful right now rather than imposing a fixed plan.
She uses client-centred methods to listen and respond to each person's concerns. Solution-focused ideas are used to spot strengths and quick changes that can reduce pressure. For experiences involving harm or distress, trauma-focused tools are available to work through difficult memories and reactions.
Sue also pays attention to everyday pressures such as caring responsibilities, work stress and changes in family life. She can discuss strategies for coping with anger, addiction-related concerns, eating issues and the practical demands of parenting and career shifts.
Her practice aims to be neuro-affirming and she notes experience with ADHD and autism. People wonder what happens in a first session: Sue tends to clarify the main concerns, set short-term goals and agree next steps together so sessions feel purposeful from the start.
Approaches used in online sessions and practical fit
Sue uses client-centred work which focuses on listening to the individual's experience and responding to what they identify as important. This approach helps when someone wants to work through personal priorities and feel heard rather than follow a set programme.She also draws on solution-focused techniques that look for strengths and quick, practical changes. These methods aim to create manageable steps that can reduce pressure and build confidence between sessions. For people affected by past harm, trauma-focused methods are used to address distressing memories and reactions in a paced way.
Finding the best approach is part of the work together. The therapist will talk through what feels most helpful, set clear short-term aims and adapt methods based on the client's needs, goals and preferences. This collaborative planning helps match the method to the issue rather than assuming one way fits all.
The therapist's biography does not list specific session formats. Before booking, confirm which formats are offered and how they fit your routine. Online sessions can make it easier to fit counselling around work, caring duties or travel, and some formats allow shorter check-ins or sessions without video when that suits practical needs.
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Experience
6+ years
Listed in
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she work with?
Sue works with stress, anxiety, depression, grief, self-esteem and coping with life changes. Her profile also lists ADHD, relationship and trauma-related concerns.
How would she describe her therapeutic style?
She uses a client-centred style that listens and responds to what matters to the person. Solution-focused ideas help identify small practical changes to try between sessions.
How much experience does she have?
She has six years of experience working as a counsellor in the United Kingdom.
What professional credential does she hold and where is she based?
Sue is listed with the BACP and practises in the United Kingdom.
Can I book sessions in another language or as an international client?
Sessions are offered in English. She is not accepting international clients at this time.
What session formats are offered?
The original biography does not specify session formats. Confirm current session options before booking to know whether video, phone or in-person work is available.
How are sessions charged?
Costs vary with location and sessions use a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin if I want to work with her?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire and schedule a first session.