Susan Clarke, BACP

Susan Clarke is a counsellor registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) with three years of professional experience in the United Kingdom. She supports people coping with stress, anxiety, low self-esteem and depression. She also helps those dealing with anger, motivation problems and life transitions. Susan creates a calm, non-judgemental space for people to say what they really think and feel.

She pays attention to the everyday problems that pile up and make life harder. That includes workplace pressure, relationship and communication issues, and feelings of isolation or low self-worth. Susan also takes on issues connected to attachment and abandonment, and offers particular support around women's concerns and LGBT matters.

Her approach is practical and down to earth. Sessions focus on understanding what is happening now and finding steps that fit into daily life. Conversations aim to increase self-understanding and build tools for coping when stress or strong emotions arise.

Susan is aware of the strain carers can face and lists supporting carers among her areas of focus, so she can help people worried about caregiving responsibilities and related stress. She welcomes people from different backgrounds and works in English.

If someone decides to work with her they will be asked some short questions to match with her and then can schedule sessions according to her availability. Fees vary by location and use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.

Therapeutic approaches and how they work online

Many people benefit from evidence-based techniques that focus on present difficulties and practical change. One common approach helps people notice unhelpful thought patterns and learn new ways of thinking that reduce anxiety and low mood. This can be useful for stress, anxiety and low self-esteem.

Another helpful approach concentrates on emotions and relationships, exploring patterns of attachment and how early experiences shape current reactions. This can assist with anger, abandonment concerns and difficulties in close relationships.

Finding the right method is part of the work. The therapist will discuss options and choose collaboratively based on the person's needs, goals and preferences. That way the plan can be adapted if something isn’t helping.

If you are considering online therapy, check which session formats the therapist currently offers before booking. Confirming formats lets you pick what fits your life, such as shorter check-ins that suit a work break or conversations without video if that feels easier. Online work can make it simpler to fit sessions into a busy week and keeps continuity when travel or other commitments make in-person meetings harder.