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Susan "Sue" Small, BACP

Neuro-affirming therapist for life transitions
  • Stress and anxiety
  • Trauma and grief
  • ADHD and autism

About Susan "Sue" Small

Susan "Sue" Small is a UK-based, qualified therapist who supports people navigating stress, anxiety, depression, grief, relationship difficulties and major life changes. She works with clients on self-esteem, motivation, confidence and coping with trauma and abuse, offering a calm, collaborative approach that recognises each person as the expert on their own experience.

Sue is neuro-affirming and has practical experience working with ADHD/ADD and Autism, adapting her style to meet individual needs and preferences. She emphasises courage and agency, helping clients take the first steps toward a more fulfilling life while providing steady support throughout the process.

Sue holds BACP, which is a professional counselling credential. In practice she aims to create an environment where challenges are explored respectfully and solutions are developed together, with clear attention to the client’s goals, values and pace of change.

Areas of Expertise

Also Specializes In

AddictionsRelationship issuesFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseEating disordersParenting issuesAnger managementCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderDepression

Additional Focus Areas

AbandonmentAging and geriatric issuesAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeAvoidant personalityBlended family issuesBody imageCaregiver issues and stressCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDivorce and separationDomestic violenceEmptinessFamily problemsFatherhood issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisMood disordersObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPhobiasPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSexual assault and abuseSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic Approach

Client-Centered Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Susan "Sue" Small have?

Susan "Sue" Small has 6 years of experience.

Is Susan "Sue" Small a registered therapist?

Yes. She holds the BACP credential. BACP stands for the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, a professional body for counsellors and psychotherapists in the UK.

In which languages does Susan "Sue" Small provide therapy?

Susan "Sue" Small provides therapy in English.

Where is Susan "Sue" Small located?

She is located in the United Kingdom.

How can I work with Susan "Sue" Small as my therapist?

You can work with Susan "Sue" Small through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Susan "Sue" Small work with international clients?

Susan "Sue" Small does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Susan "Sue" Small cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be cancelled at any time, for any reason. For current details, just click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Just click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Therapeutic approaches and online support

Susan "Sue" Small works with several established approaches to tailor therapy to each person’s needs. Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening with empathy and creating a trusting space where clients lead the conversation - it is useful for building self-awareness, confidence and handling relationship or identity concerns. Solution-Focused Therapy concentrates on practical steps and strengths, helping people set achievable goals and discover small, actionable changes that reduce stress and improve everyday functioning. Trauma-Focused Therapy offers targeted tools to process distressing experiences and develop safer ways of coping when past events continue to affect daily life.

Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. Sue will discuss options with clients, consider their goals and preferences, and adapt methods as therapy progresses so the plan remains aligned with what feels most helpful.

Online therapy with Sue is available via video calls, phone sessions, live chat or text-based messaging, providing flexibility for different schedules and comfort levels. These formats make it easier to attend sessions from home, combine therapy with other commitments, and maintain continuity of care even when life is busy or changeable.

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