- Creative therapy options
- Client-centred care
- Support for sleep issues
About Susan
Susan Jackson is a dramatherapist registered with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) and a member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP). She has ten years of professional experience and works with people facing stress, anxiety, relationship difficulties, grief, trauma, sleeping problems and similar concerns. Susan aims to help people reconnect with their own strengths so they can begin to make small, manageable changes.
Susan uses a blend of talking approaches and creative methods. Sessions may include discussion alongside activities such as art, music, poetry or movement when clients want that option. She does not expect anyone to express themselves in a particular way and treats creative methods as an invitation rather than a requirement.
Her approach draws on client-centred ideas that prioritise the person’s own goals, together with practical techniques from cognitive behavioural therapy and elements of hypnotherapy and psychodynamic thinking. These methods are used to help with mood, sleep disruption, unwanted thoughts and coping with life changes.
Susan describes her work as collaborative and compassionate. In session she focuses on building a steady relationship and on realistic steps people can try between appointments. Her style is calm and down-to-earth, aimed at people who want practical support alongside gentle exploration.
People who contact her are usually looking for help managing difficult emotions, improving sleep and relationships, or finding ways to cope after loss or trauma. To begin, she asks people to outline their concerns so sessions can be shaped around what matters most to them.
Approaches that suit online counselling
Client-centred therapy focuses on the person’s priorities and goals and helps people shape sessions around what matters to them. It is useful for worries about sleep, relationships and coping with life changes.Cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) offers practical strategies to change unhelpful thoughts and routines. CBT can help tackle anxiety, low mood and patterns that disrupt sleep by introducing simple day-to-day experiments and routines.
Hypnotherapy involves guided relaxation and imagery to support changes in habit and reaction. It can be used alongside talking therapy to address issues like anxiety and sleep disruption when a person finds that approach helpful.
Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will discuss options and try methods that match the client’s goals and preferences, and they will review what helps as therapy progresses. This is a collaborative process where the client’s feedback shapes the plan.
If you are thinking about online sessions, confirm the exact formats offered before booking. Many people find remote work helpful because it fits around daily life, reduces travel time and can make it easier to attend short check-ins. Some formats also suit quieter communication or sessions that do not require video. Ask about the options available so sessions can fit into your routine.
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Experience
10+ years
Credentials
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does Susan help with?
Susan supports people with stress, anxiety, depression, grief, trauma and relationship difficulties. She also works with issues such as sleeping problems, self-esteem, addiction concerns and career stress.
How would you describe her therapeutic style?
Her style is collaborative and calm, combining talking therapy with creative options like art or music when helpful. She focuses on practical steps and on building a steady therapeutic relationship.
What experience does she bring?
She has ten years of clinical experience working with people affected by trauma, loss and long-term stress. That background informs how she supports sleep and emotional difficulties.
What professional credentials does she hold and where is she based?
She is registered with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) and is a member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP). She practises in the United Kingdom.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the UK work with her?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
How are fees and payment handled?
Fees vary with location and therapist availability and sessions use a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
To start, select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire and then schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.