Susan Claridge, BACP

Susan Claridge is an integrative counsellor and psychotherapist who adapts her approach to meet each client's needs while drawing on a long history of work in social care. She is registered with BACP, the UK professional body for counsellors and psychotherapists, and brings 11 years of direct counselling experience together with over 30 years supporting adults and carers in community and residential settings.

Her practice has addressed a broad range of concerns, including depression, anxiety, stress, bereavement and loss, health worries, relationship difficulties, and challenges related to food, money and everyday life. She has also provided counselling through charitable organisations to survivors of abuse, working with people facing complex emotional and practical impacts of trauma.

Susan's therapeutic style is warm and empowering, grounded in openness and respect for each person's story. She draws on a mix of personal-centred, psychodynamic, cognitive behavioural and solution-focused techniques, tailoring sessions to the unique circumstances and goals of each client. She aims to create a supportive space where clients can explore their concerns, build coping strategies and move toward the changes they want to make.

She looks forward to working with clients and supporting them through their journeys.

How Susan Claridge Uses Therapeutic Approaches Online

Client-Centred Therapy focuses on creating a supportive, non-judgemental environment where the client leads the pace and topics of discussion. This approach helps people who need empathy and acceptance while they explore feelings, identity and relationships.

Psychodynamic Therapy explores patterns that have developed over time, including early relationships and unconscious influences on behaviour. It can be useful for those wanting to understand recurring difficulties, attachment issues, or long-standing emotional patterns.

Solution-Focused Therapy emphasises practical steps and strengths, helping clients identify achievable goals and small changes that move them forward. It often benefits people seeking relief from stress, relationship problems, or specific life challenges.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Susan works collaboratively with clients to identify which methods fit their needs, goals and preferences, and she adjusts the plan as therapy progresses to ensure the best possible match.

Online sessions by video, phone, live chat or text-based messaging offer flexibility for people juggling work, family and other commitments. These options make it easier to attend sessions from different locations, maintain momentum during life transitions, and choose the format that feels most comfortable. Licensed professionals and therapists can use these remote formats effectively to support meaningful progress over time.