Susan

Ms Susan Holden

Psychotherapist

I have been working as a Counsellor, Psychotherapist, Hypnotherapist and Supervisor since 1988. I can offer you personal support, within a

About Me

I offer dedicated personal support for those navigating life's complexities. Drawing on my extensive experience since 1988 as a counsellor, psychotherapist, and hypnotherapist, I provide a collaborative space. We can explore your concerns together, perhaps using techniques like hypnotherapy to foster deeper understanding. My aim is to help you find clarity and build resilience, creating a supportive environment for your personal growth.

Approach

Within a calm, confidential space in Richmond, North Yorkshire, conducted in English, I set a steady pace that balances gentle exploration with practical steps. Sessions feel collaborative and focused: attentive listening, reflective questions and occasional guided hypnotherapy help surface patterns, while brief between-session reflections often carry insights into daily life. I tune the rhythm to you, shifting from immediate problem-solving to deeper exploration as needed. This approach tends to suit adolescents, adults, parents and couples who prefer thoughtful, paced, in-person therapy.
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Basic Information

Services


Services Offered:

  • Divorce Counseling

    Counselling for individuals or couples going through separation or divorce, addressing the emotional, practical, and relational dimensions.

  • Counseling

    A form of talk therapy providing a safe, confidential space to explore feelings, thoughts, and behaviours with a trained professional.

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  • Relationship Counseling

    Counselling for couples or partners focused on improving communication, rebuilding trust, and strengthening emotional connection.

  • Dream Analysis

    A technique that explores the themes, symbols, and emotions in dreams to uncover unconscious thoughts and unresolved feelings.

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  • Supervision

    Professional oversight for therapists and counsellors, providing guidance, ethical support, and reflective space for their clinical work.

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  • Individual Therapy

    One-on-one therapy sessions between a client and a therapist, focused on that person's specific concerns and goals.

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Works With:

  • Adolescents
  • Adults
  • Couples
  • Elderly
  • Individuals
  • Parents

Area of Expertise


Scope of Practice:

  • Anger

    An intense emotional response to perceived threat, injustice, or frustration that, when persistent or uncontrolled, can damage relationships and well-being.

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  • Anorexia

    An eating disorder characterised by severe food restriction, intense fear of weight gain, and a distorted perception of one's own body size or shape.

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  • Anxiety

    Persistent worry, nervousness, or fear that is disproportionate to the situation and interferes with daily functioning.

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  • Cancer Support

    The psychological and emotional impact of a cancer diagnosis on the individual and their loved ones, including fear, grief, and adjustment to treatment.

  • Chronic Illness

    A long-term health condition (e.g., diabetes, autoimmune disease, chronic pain) that persists over time and affects physical, emotional, and social well-being.

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  • Depression

    A mood disorder marked by persistent low mood, loss of interest or pleasure, and changes in energy, sleep, or appetite that impair daily functioning.

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  • Divorce Coping

    The emotional upheaval of separation or divorce, including grief, anger, identity disruption, and the challenge of restructuring family life.

  • Dream Work

    The exploration of dream content (themes, symbols, and emotions) to gain insight into unconscious feelings, conflicts, and desires.

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  • Grief, Loss & Bereavement

    The emotional, physical, and psychological response to the death of a loved one or another significant loss, varying widely in duration and expression.

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  • Trauma

    The lasting psychological impact of deeply distressing events, such as violence, abuse, accidents, or disasters, that overwhelm a person's ability to cope.

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Professional Title:

  • Psychotherapist

    A professional trained to provide in-depth therapy that explores patterns in thoughts, emotions, and relationships to produce lasting change.

Qualifications


Durham University

Registrations


British Association for Counseling and Psychotherapy (BACP); ; EMDRUK Association

Service Area


Susan Holden

In-person & Online

Richmond, North Yorkshire

United Kingdom