- Practical support
- Respectful listening
- Individualised plans
About Susan
Susan McCarthy is a counsellor with eight years of professional experience practising in the United Kingdom. She holds BACP accreditation, which she uses as a foundation for her work with adults facing stress, anxiety, depression and grief. Susan aims to treat people with respect, sensitivity and compassion from the first session.
She focuses on practical, individualised care that fits each person's situation. Sessions are shaped around what the client wants to achieve. Communication and the treatment plan are adapted to each person's needs rather than a one-size-fits-all programme.
Susan helps people who are dealing with relationship strain, family-related pressures, career uncertainty or self-esteem struggles. She also supports those coping with life changes and with issues such as jealousy, multicultural concerns and experiences of prejudice and discrimination.
Her approach is collaborative and down-to-earth. She encourages clients to take small, manageable steps and offers support while they try new strategies. The tone in sessions is straightforward, compassionate and focused on practical problem solving.
People often come to Susan when they feel stuck or overwhelmed and want clear, realistic ways forward. She works to empower clients to make changes they can sustain. If you are considering therapy, she asks that you complete a brief matching questionnaire and then schedule a session according to availability.
Approaches that guide online sessions
Evidence-based techniques are used to help people manage difficult feelings and make practical changes. One common approach focuses on identifying unhelpful thinking patterns and testing them against real-life evidence to reduce anxiety and low mood. This helps when worry or negative self-talk gets in the way of daily life.Another approach centres on problem-solving and behavioural change. It looks at specific everyday actions and routines, then tries small changes to improve mood, relationships or work performance. This is useful for coping with life transitions, stress and low motivation.
Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will discuss your goals, preferences and what has or hasn’t helped before, then agree a way forward together. This means methods can be adapted as you progress so the plan stays relevant.
Session formats are not specified in the biography, so please confirm current options before booking. Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions around work, childcare and travel, and it can reduce time spent on commuting. It also allows for shorter check-ins when needed and means people can choose a way of meeting that suits their daily life.
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Experience
8+ years
Listed in
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does Susan help with?
Susan supports people with stress, anxiety, depression, grief and coping with life changes. She also works with issues around relationships, family pressures, self esteem and career concerns.
How would you describe her therapeutic style?
Her style is practical and collaborative. She tailors communication and plans to each person and focuses on small, manageable steps.
What experience does she bring to sessions?
She has eight years of professional experience working with adults on emotional and life challenges. That experience shapes her practical, down-to-earth approach.
Where is Susan based and what credential does she hold?
She practises in the United Kingdom and holds BACP accreditation.
Which languages are supported in sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the UK work with her?
She accepts international clients; please confirm any regional details when you arrange sessions.
How are sessions paid for and what do they cost?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin if I want to work with Susan?
Use the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.