Susan Smith

Counselling is a talking therapy that enables you to process experiences and find ways to move on, it is also a useful journey for understanding self.

I have a relaxed and welcoming approach with all my clients. As  individuals we have our own unique set of needs and experiences. We will work together to establish the target areas to work on and the best way of working for you.

Being ‘real’ and ‘grounded’ helps me to help you as we work through your journey together. Counselling is not about advice or me telling you what to do. The answers and the learning lie within you and I am simply helping you to identify them.

I have specific interest in traumatic memories and have worked with PTSD and Complex PTSD for over 25 years. I provide Rewind and EMDR therapy as part of my trauma focussed practice.  

I have a private therapeutic working space, located in a garden overlooking open fields. 

On line sessions are also available and this option opens up possibilities for people who cannot travel, move location due to work or those concerned about health issues such as Covid. Initial on line contact includes familiarisation with the facility and functionality of the platform I use.

In some circumstances I can provide an outreach service utilising a minibus for those who have accessibility issues and cannot work on line. An additional fee to cover travelling time and expenses will be agreed in these instances. 

Walk and Talk therapy is also available for those who prefer and my practice is located on public bridleways giving access to a choice of walking potential to suit need and ability.

Regardless of whether the session is remote/online or in person I provide free initial appointments. This gives you the opportunity to decide if you could work with me as this is an important factor when starting your therapeutic journey. It also gives me the chance to discuss how I might be able to work with you and details of my contract.  

There is no obligation to continue beyond that initial appointment but if you choose to go ahead sessions are £55 for an hour. 

Frequency of sessions are dependent upon circumstance and need.