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Susan McGrattan, NCPS

Credentials
NCPS
Experience
8 years
Practising in
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Sessions
Online only
Client ages
Adults, 18 and over

Works with Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesTrauma and abuseGriefSelf esteem

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Susan McGrattan is a counsellor based in the United Kingdom with eight years of practice. She holds NCPS, which is listed as her qualifying credential. Susan focuses on practical support for day-to-day struggles so people can take the next steps that matter to them.

She works with people facing stress, anxiety and depression. She also provides support for relationship and intimacy-related issues, grief and trauma, as well as concerns around self-esteem and addictions.

Background and approach

Susan helps with sleep and eating difficulties, parenting strain, career changes and compassion fatigue among other life challenges. Susan combines several common therapeutic approaches to match each person's needs. She uses Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy to help people notice unhelpful patterns and build workable strategies.

Attachment-based and emotionally focused ideas guide sessions about relationships and closeness. Sessions are collaborative and straightforward. Conversations aim to identify what is getting in the way and practise small, usable skills between meetings.

The goal is to leave people with clearer ways to cope and move forward in daily life. She offers sessions in English and accepts international clients. Online formats include video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text-based messaging.

To begin, people are invited to use the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire and book at a time that suits them.

How Susan uses therapeutic approaches online

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, or ACT, helps people notice unhelpful thoughts and choose actions that match their values. It is often used for anxiety, stress and life transitions because it focuses on meaningful behaviour rather than fighting every difficult feeling.

Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, or CBT, looks at the links between thoughts, feelings and actions and offers practical steps to change patterns. It is commonly helpful for anxiety, low mood, sleep problems and coping with everyday pressures.

Attachment-based and emotionally focused ideas are used to understand patterns in relationships and improve how people connect with others. These approaches help when intimacy, communication or trust are causing distress.

Susan will work with each person to find the best fit. Choosing an approach is a collaborative process that considers a person's goals, preferences and what has or has not helped before. Techniques can be blended and adjusted as therapy progresses to match changing needs.

Online therapy is offered by video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text-based messaging. Video calls allow face-to-face conversation when visual cues matter. Phone sessions can be easier when bandwidth is limited or a calmer voice-only check-in is preferred. Live chat and messaging suit shorter check-ins, written reflection or people who find typing easier than speaking. These options make it simpler to fit therapy around work, study and family commitments.
What problems can Susan help with?
Susan supports people with stress, anxiety, depression and grief, along with relationship and intimacy-related difficulties. She also works with issues such as addictions, sleep and eating problems, parenting strain and career changes.
How would you describe her therapeutic style?
Her style is collaborative and practical. Sessions focus on identifying barriers, practising small skills and finding everyday ways to cope.
What is her professional background?
She has eight years of experience in counselling work. Her background centres on applied therapeutic support across a broad range of emotional and life challenges.
Where is she based and what credential does she hold?
She is based in the United Kingdom and lists NCPS as her credential.
Which languages are supported in sessions?
Sessions are offered in English. She is also able to work with international clients.
What session formats are available?
Sessions can be carried out by video call, phone, live chat or text-based messaging to suit different needs and schedules.
How are fees and payments handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability. Sessions are provided via a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
To start, select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a session according to the therapist's availability.

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Experience
8 years
Registered with
NCPS
Languages
English

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