Susan McCarthy, BACP

Susan McCarthy is a counsellor practising in the United Kingdom with eight years of professional experience. She works with people who are feeling overwhelmed by stress, anxiety, depression or grief. She also helps with relationship strain, career concerns and building self-esteem.

She aims to treat everyone with respect, sensitivity and compassion. Sessions focus on what matters to the individual and on practical steps that can make everyday life feel more manageable. Communication and the plan of work are shaped to fit each person's needs.

Susan is attentive to cultural difference and the impact of prejudice and discrimination on wellbeing. She can also support people facing jealousy and other relational emotions. Her approach is to listen first, then work together to find ways forward that feel realistic.

People who come to her can expect a calm, non-judgemental space to talk things through. She encourages small, achievable changes alongside reflection on what has been difficult. The aim is to help people gain clearer perspective and more choice in how they respond to life.

She accepts clients from outside the UK and works in English. Before starting, prospective clients are invited to complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule sessions at times that suit them.

Therapeutic approaches and online options

Susan uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on practical change and understanding patterns in everyday life. One common approach is problem-focused work that helps identify stresses and teaches ways to manage worry and low mood through step-by-step tasks. This approach suits people who want concrete strategies to reduce symptoms and handle difficult moments.

Another helpful method is relational reflection, which looks at how thoughts and feelings shape interactions with others. This can help with relationship strain, jealousy and rebuilding confidence in social or work situations. Both approaches are explained in plain terms and adapted to each person's situation.

Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will discuss goals, preferences and any practical constraints, then try methods that fit the person. Adjustments are made along the way so the work stays relevant and manageable.

Session formats are not specified in the biography, so please confirm current options before booking. Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy week, cut travel time and allow for shorter check-ins when needed. Registered or accredited professionals can help clients find a pattern of meeting that suits their daily life.