Susan Clayton, BACP

Compassionate UK therapist for life transitions

Stress and anxiety support
Relationship and family issues
Accepting international clients

About Susan Clayton

Susan Clayton is a UK-based counsellor and psychotherapist with five years of clinical experience and accreditation from the BACP (British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy), a recognised professional body for counsellors and psychotherapists. She has particular experience working as a bereavement counsellor, supporting people through loss and the complexities of grief.

Susan has worked with a wide range of presenting issues, including stress, anxiety, depression, PTSD and low self esteem, and she is comfortable addressing many other difficulties that can affect daily living and relationships. Her practice emphasises respect, sensitivity and compassion, creating space for each person to feel heard and understood.

She tailors counselling and treatment plans to fit individual needs, adapting methods and pace to suit the person in front of her. Susan views the first step toward change as an important milestone and aims to support clients as they move toward the life and wellbeing they want to achieve.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesFamily conflictsGrief Depression

Also Specializes In

AddictionsLGBTTrauma and abuseIntimacy-related issuesParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional Focus Areas

AbandonmentAttachment issuesAvoidant personalityBDSM, kink, and alternative sex cultureBlended family issuesCancerCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesDependent personalityDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEating and food-related issuesFamily problemsForgivenessGuilt and shameHospice and end-of-life counselingInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMidlife crisisMood disordersObsessions, compulsions, and OCDParanoiaPersonality disordersPost-traumatic stressSelf-loveSex addictionSexualityWomen's issuesWorkplace issues

Therapeutic Approach

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Jungian Therapy Mindfulness Therapy Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Susan Clayton have?

Susan Clayton has five years of experience.

Is Susan Clayton a licensed therapist?

Yes, she holds the credential BACP. License details are not provided.

In which languages does Susan Clayton provide therapy?

Susan provides therapy in English.

Where is Susan Clayton located?

Susan is located in the United Kingdom.

How can I work with Susan Clayton as my therapist?

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

Does Susan Clayton work with international clients?

Yes, Susan Clayton works with international clients.

How much does therapy with Susan Clayton 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 canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the Start Therapy button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. 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

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps clients clarify what matters most to them and build practical skills to live in line with those values. It is often used for stress, anxiety, and life changes by teaching acceptance of difficult thoughts alongside committed action. Attachment-Based Therapy focuses on relationship patterns formed early in life and explores how those patterns affect current connections; it can be helpful for issues around intimacy, abandonment and family dynamics. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) examines the links between thoughts, feelings and behaviours and offers structured strategies to reduce symptoms of anxiety, depression and low self esteem.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Susan will work collaboratively with each client to determine which methods best fit their needs, goals and preferences. She adapts interventions over time so therapy remains relevant and effective for the person she is supporting.

Online therapy offers practical flexibility - sessions can take place by video call, by phone, via live chat or through text-based messaging - allowing people to access licensed professionals from different locations and at times that suit busy schedules. These options make it easier to maintain continuity of care while accommodating work, family and other commitments.

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