Real Counselling and Psychotherapy
Face to Face and Online Counselling
Hi I am Sue. I am a qualified individual and couples therapist working face to face and online from York, Pickering and Harrogate. I am also a member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy and
Psychology Today
If you are reading this, I imagine you are experiencing some challenging issues in your life. Whatever your circumstances, counselling can provide insight a safe space and support to find a happier you. I work with individuals and couples on a wide range of issues. If you would like further information please get in touch.
Welcome to ‘real counselling and psychotherapy’
A place to express your feelings and explore what is happening in your life in a safe, supportive environment. It may be life has recently changed, new challenges have appeared, or you may have always felt life was difficult and you need to explore issues that are causing you pain and making you feel unhappy.
It takes great strength to realise that life’s issues are becoming overwhelming, and together, we can explore your situation and help you understand yourself. The work we do together is not about me giving you solutions but helping you gain insight and knowledge to move forward and make choices throughout your life that enable you to be happier and more fulfilled.
I haven’t always been a therapist, and my own experiences with the challenges of work, loss, family, and anxiety have given me a deep understanding of life. When we work together, I bring not only therapeutic skills but also life experience to support your mental wellbeing.
As a counsellor working with couples and individuals, I support clients who may be experiencing pain, conflict, or a sense of isolation to move toward feeling safe, fulfilled, and more connected in their lives. I provide a safe space to explore the roots of any relationship, workplace, anxiety and trauma issues.
I work with people from all backgrounds and with diverse problems. I am trained to work face-to-face or online.
I understand that from the outside, your life might seem ideal to others, yet you feel lost and unfulfilled. I hold no judgment about how your life appears to the world - what truly matters is how you feel I accept you as you!
Working with any client is a privilege as I share a time of change and discovery with them.
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A place to trust
In our initial session, we will discuss the nature of our counselling relationship. Our sessions are confidential, empathetic, and free from judgement. I will listen carefully and seek to understand your life from your perspective, creating a space where you can explore your thoughts and feelings openly.
While I work with you holistically, the way we work together is grounded in well-established, highly respected methods and theories that have been widely researched and shown to be effective
Sharing for long-term results
When we are confused, anxious, distressed or have a sense of loss, it is hard to express our innermost thoughts as we are worried about being judged or think people may feel we should just get on with things! The reality is that many people I meet face difficulties in their everyday lives that are hard to manage. By sharing your concerns, we can work on methods and gain an understanding that will help you face your current concerns and prepare you for future worries.
A life that is yours
Sometimes, we go through each day on auto-pilot, or each day may cause us pain. We don’t get the pleasure from life we hope for, and often, there is a disconnect between how we are seen, what we want and how we feel. It is a feeling that can be unsettling and exhausting. Working together, we will hope to rediscover or discover a life that feels like it is yours.
Working with clients
Of course, we cannot pigeonhole our emotions and behaviours into a specific issue; many concerns cross over. For example, trauma may cause anxiety. So please don't feel that your challenges are simply a list of references and issues. Do not hesitate to contact me to discuss any part of the counselling process.
- Stress
- Anxiety and depression
- Panic attacks
- Relationship issues
- Couples Counselling
- Marriage Counselling
- Grief, loss, bereavement
- Trauma and post-traumatic stress
- Abuse
- Self-esteem and self-worth
- Anger management
- Issues relating to sexuality
- Work-related concerns
- Family issues
Get in touch
Feel free to contact me if you have any questions about how counselling works, or to arrange an initial assessment appointment. This enables us to discuss the reasons you are thinking of coming to counselling, whether it could be helpful for you and whether I am the right therapist to help.
You can also call me on 07780 606420 if you would prefer to leave a message or speak to me first. I am happy to discuss any queries or questions you may have prior to arranging an initial appointment.
All enquiries are usually answered within 24 hours, and all contact is strictly confidential.