Dr Susanna Summer
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About me
If you are looking for help with anxiety, depression or find yourself feeling bad about yourself and lacking in motivation, I can provide specialist individual or couple therapy. My specialist areas of expertise are working with depression, anxiety and low self-esteem. I also work with other problems including PTSD, OCD and relationship difficulties. I work in a collaborative, non-judgmental way, and am always able to take a compassionate approach to difficulties, and help my clients to do the same over time. As a Clinical Psychologist I am trained in many different approaches, so can work with you to find the most effective approach for you. To set up an initial session, just call 07855 379543 or email me on sue@summerpsychologyservices.co.uk.
Training, qualifications & experience
I am Chartered Clinical Psychologist based in Sandy, Bedfordshire. I completed my Doctorate in Clinical Psychology in Leicester in 2009. I am also a Systemic Practitioner having completed two years post-graduate training at Anglia Ruskin University in 2013. I moved to Sandy in 2016 and have been working privately with individuals and families in this area since then.
I have worked in the NHS in older adult services for over ten years so am experienced with a variety of presenting difficulties. As a Clinical Psychologist I have completed training in various therapeutic approaches. I have completed advanced training in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Compassion-focussed approaches and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy. This gives me a range of techniques and skills to draw on.
I have additional training in working with couples using an Emotionally Focussed Therapy approach, and specialist supervision in this approach, which highlights emotions and the patterns which can develop to get in the way of relationships. I can help you to explore how these are linked to past events/relationships. I often work initially around de-escalating the negative cycle to reduce the severity and frequency of arguments, or to help couples who feel disconnected to reach each other. The work helps to strengthen your attachment, as we create safety in your relationship to have difficult conversations.
I have additional training and experience using an Internal Family Systems (IFS) model. This helps us to work with underlying deep emotions and parts which protect us from these emotions by taking certain actions or interacting with others in a way which is attempting to help. This approach is really helpful for anyone who is struggling in their interpersonal relationships or with high levels of distress which lead to unhelpful coping strategies.
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Fees
£140.00 per session
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Additional information
£140 per 50 minute session for individuals. £150 per 50 minute session for couples.
When I work
I am currently taking on new clients. I am seeing people remotely via Zoom during the pandemic, or have a few walk and talk sessions available.
Further information
I can also offer supervision, training and workshops for organisations. I am currently working online due to the pandemic, and feedback from my clients is that this is a very acceptable way of working. I have some limited walk and talk sessions available for those who prefer face to face, and don't mind being outside in the changeable British weather!
