Limited number of reduced rate sessions available for those on lower incomes

Welcome - I'm Susannah, a fully qualified and experienced psychodynamic counsellor and psychotherapist based in Bristol. I provide one-to-one therapy for adults (18+) both face to face and online. I work with a range of issues including anxiety, depression, trauma and PTSD, low self-esteem, relationship problems, parenting challenges, ADHD, family estrangement, abuse (including childhood sexual abuse), domestic violence, anger, bereavement, work-related stress and burnout, and the long-term impact of boarding school (ex-boarders). Sessions are open-ended and tailored to your needs.

I bring several years of experience working as a counsellor and assessor with two mental health charities in South Buckinghamshire and Hertfordshire. I trained for five years and hold both a Level 7 Diploma and an Advanced Diploma in Psychodynamic Counselling. In addition, I completed two years of training at The Tavistock Clinic in London, focusing on psychodynamic and systemic approaches.

I now offer private counselling and psychotherapy for adults from The Practice Rooms in Westbury-On-Trym and Southville, Bristol. Sessions are available in person or online, depending on your preference.

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Psychodynamic Counselling & Psychotherapy in Bristol - In person or online.

Starting Counselling – What to Expect

Searching for the right counsellor or psychotherapist can feel overwhelming, especially if this is your first time. It’s important that you feel safe, supported, and comfortable with your therapist. That’s why I offer an initial consultation with no obligation. This can be a valuable opportunity to ask questions, explore any concerns you may have about starting therapy, and get a sense of whether we’re a good fit to work together.

It’s completely normal to have mixed feelings about beginning therapy. Taking the time to find the right therapist is an important part of the process. I’m a registered member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and am fully insured, offering you professional and ethical support from the very beginning.

Book a consultation

If this is your first time considering counselling or psychotherapy, it’s normal to feel uncertain or overwhelmed. Taking that first step can feel big—but it’s also an important one. I provide a safe, confidential, and non-judgemental space where you can explore your thoughts and emotions at your own pace.

Counselling offers the opportunity to focus on yourself and work through whatever challenges you may be facing—whether it’s anxiety, low mood, relationship difficulties, past trauma, or simply feeling stuck. I aim to listen with compassion, warmth, and respect. No issue is too big or too small to bring to therapy.

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Finding the right therapist for you

What is psychodynamic counselling and psychotherapy?

The core idea behind psychodynamic therapy is that we all have an unconscious mind, where difficult or painful feelings are often pushed out of awareness through psychological defences. These defences may have once helped you cope, but over time they can become unhelpful or limiting patterns in your life.

In our work together, we’ll gently explore these underlying patterns and emotions—especially those that may be hidden or unexamined. For counselling or psychotherapy to be effective, it helps to come with an open mind and a willingness to reflect on your inner world.

My aim is to help you untangle what's holding you back and support you in developing greater self-understanding, patience, and self-compassion. Sessions are led by you and can continue for as long as you feel they are helpful.

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I offer psychodynamic counselling and psychotherapy, a talking therapy that focuses on exploring the deeper roots of your thoughts, emotions, and behaviours. Together, we’ll look at the underlying meaning of what you’re experiencing and how your past may be shaping your present.

While counselling tends to focus on one or two specific issues over a shorter timeframe, psychotherapy is often a longer-term, open-ended process that allows for deeper exploration and personal growth. Both approaches offer a safe, confidential, and non-judgemental space where you can speak freely and begin to make sense of your feelings and experiences.

Get in touch- Book an initial consultation

If you’re considering starting counselling or psychotherapy, you can get in touch by filling out the short contact form below. I offer an initial consultation, where we can explore what has brought you to therapy, discuss your expectations, and reflect on any previous experiences you may have had with counselling.

The purpose of this consultation is to see whether we’re a good therapeutic fit and to ensure that I’m the right person to support your needs. There’s no obligation to continue afterward—this is simply a first step in helping you make an informed decision about your mental health support.

Taking the plunge

Ongoing counselling sessions will take place on the same day and time each week and last 50 minutes. I typically provide open ended therapy but it is possible to work in a more focused way either short term, or time limited.

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Services

Adult Individual Counselling and Psychotherapy

Online Counselling Sessions

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Help with Anxiety and Depression

Initial consultation £60 - £65
Ongoing face to face and/or online sessions - £60 - £65

Fees

Location

For face to face sessions, I work from professional consulting rooms in Bristol: Westbury-On-Trym and Southville (at The Practice Rooms). I also offer online sessions using Teams for those who need a little more flexibility and convenience around work. I offer daytime and some evening appointments. I also offer a limited number of slightly reduced rates to those on lower incomes.