Susan Claridge , BACP

Susan Claridge is an integrative counsellor and psychotherapist based in the United Kingdom who draws on a range of therapeutic methods to support people through difficult life moments. With 11 years of counselling experience and a background of over 30 years in social care working with adults and carers in community and residential settings, she brings both clinical skill and practical, real-world perspective to her practice.

Her work has encompassed a wide spectrum of concerns, including depression, anxiety, stress, bereavement and loss, health worries, relationship difficulties, and challenges related to food, money and everyday life pressures. She has also provided counselling for survivors of abuse through charitable organisations. Susan describes her manner as warm and empowering, offering each person openness, respect and collaboration as the foundation for therapy.

She tailors her practice to the individual, drawing on client-centered, psychodynamic and solution-focused approaches to meet unique needs and goals. Susan holds the BACP credential - the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy - and provides therapy in English. She is not currently accepting new clients.

Therapeutic Approaches and How Online Therapy Supports Them

Client-Centered Therapy focuses on creating a respectful, non-judgemental space where the client leads the pace and direction of sessions. This approach helps people explore feelings, build self-understanding and increase confidence to make changes.

Psychodynamic Therapy helps clients uncover patterns formed by past experiences and relationships that influence current thoughts, feelings and behaviours. It is useful for people who want to understand the roots of recurring difficulties such as relationship problems, attachment issues or persistent low mood.

Susan Claridge works collaboratively to identify which approach or combination of approaches best suits each person. She discusses goals, preferences and practical needs with clients to shape a tailored plan rather than imposing a single method.

Online therapy using video calls, phone sessions, live chat or text-based messaging offers flexibility for people with busy schedules, mobility limits or caring responsibilities. These options make it easier to maintain continuity of care, access support from home, and fit sessions around work or family life while working with licensed professionals and experienced therapists.