About me
ONLINE and TELEPHONE CLINICAL SUPERVISION ✅, INTEGRATIVE COUNSELLING, CLINICAL HYPNOTHERAPY and EFT (taking bookings now - let's have a no obligation conversation)
Nearly all of us at some time in our lives need a little help to deal with life's challenges. As an integrative counsellor/life coach, my role is to provide a confidential, safe space (online via Microsoft Teams or WhatsApp ) where we can grow a therapeutic relationship together, allowing you to explore your thoughts and feelings and helping you make any changes you might feel appropriate.
Although my work is underpinned by the humanist approach, I believe in the principles of Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) and Mindfulness, and often incorporate these techniques and practices. I also offer Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT) aka Tapping, as well as clinical hypnotherapy.
If you're looking for a human connection and are ready to appreciate your worth, to reach your full potential, to emerge from the debilitating darkness of depression, to escape the constraints of anxiety, to cope with the devastation of bereavement, or to overcome the painful effects of trauma (both recent and past) please get in touch - let’s do this together.
'Everything can be taken from a [person] but one thing; the last of the human freedoms - to choose one's attitude in any given set of circumstances...'
(Victor E. Frankl)
Training, qualifications & experience
I have consistently worked with counselling clients since 2009 and have been in private practice since 2011. As a clinical supervisor I offer supervison and pastoral support to those in the helping professions
- Diploma in Supervision, (2024), The Link Centre
- Diploma in Clinical Hypnotherapy (2023), The Northern College of Clinical Hypnotherapy
- Practitioner in applied EFT (2022), Key 2 Empowerment
- MA Buddhist studies, (Distinction) (2019), University of South Wales
- Reiki, Second Degree, Usui System (2019),
- Professional Training in the Therapeutic Use of Mindfulness, (2015), British Mindfulness Institute
- Mindfulness Based Interventions, Masterclass (2015), NCPS
- Coaching Skills, CPD (2015) BACP
- Counselling Diploma (2011) Well Training Ltd, Swansea
- Certified Practitioner of NLP (2011), The Brain People
- Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training (2011), ASIST
- BA in Counselling and Psychology, (First class Hons), (2008) University of Wales Trinity St David, Swansea
- PGC in Counselling Skills (2000), University of South Wales, Newport
I originally came to counselling in 1997, volunteering with both the Samaritans (Bridgend) and Cruse Cymru (Neath/Port Talbot). The practical component of my diploma was conducted at a local GP's practice and a drug and alcohol harm reduction agency. This experience has proved invaluable.
I abide by the ethical guidelines of the National Counselling and Psychotherapy Society (NCPS) with whom I am an Accredited Professional Registrant (SM00P23). I am also guided by the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) with whom I am a registered member (079727). My public liability insurance is with Howden. As stipulated by these bodies, I continue to undergo regular professional supervision where I receive guidance and support from a highly qualified practitioner.
Testimonials - below are some comments taken from previous clients' evaluation forms (originals in my possession). All are anonymous in keeping with the confidential nature of this work.
"When I came to counselling I didn't know what I really wanted from my sessions. All I did know was I wasn't enjoying my life very much and it was time to change. I am so happy that my journey of self discovery has opened my eyes and has let me see the world so differently. With help from CBT I now have the tools to enjoy life. I know I'll encounter some difficult life challenges from time to time, especially being a full time working mother of two, but I am confident that I'll deal with them differently from now on, and that the negative thinking won't take over and rule my thoughts. I have learned that happiness is they key to life. To be writing this about myself makes me so proud and I can honestly say that I am now smiling from the inside out!"
"At a time when I was at my lowest, Sue helped me to talk about my feelings and thoughts and also where I felt I was going. She is a fantastic listener and if I confused myself so much that I couldn't think anymore, Sue helped me to clear my head. Thanks to Sue, I am getting very strong and not allowing my problems to control my life. Thank you Sue."
"At first appointment I felt very negative towards therapy - couldn't visualize, due to being a strong character, that it would have an effect on dismissing the event (i.e. the car accident). However, over the weeks my thoughts overcame my fears and gradually myself and my family noticed a significant change in my behaviour/fears whilst travelling. I have enjoyed the sessions and I now use Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) in every day thoughts. I have also noticed a dramatic improvement in my physical health since CBT started. Very useful therapy and I will continue to learn/study in this therapeutic system of healing."
"I have found the sessions with Sue far better than I thought they would be. I feel she has empowered me to make my own decisions which in turn has made me feel like the truly independent person I have always wanted to be. I would recommend her counselling to anyone i thought was struggling to cope. Thank you Sue".
"Sue has been an immense support through a difficult relationship ending. She has helped me to change my thought process and supported in a reflective and constructive process that has helped in my day to day life. I find Sue a warm and caring person who set me at ease from the first meeting. She has been a great support. Many thanks."
"I was on a very difficult journey, with no clear direction. Sue helped me look at myself and circumstances in an objective and honest way, and provided me with the tools to move my life forward. Thank you so much. X "
"This has helped me get over my feelings of helplessness, of going in cars, and other aspects of my life. I was also lent a book to read 'Change Your Life With CBT'. This made me understand a lot that goes on in your head and to help you understand yourself. I would tell other people to read this to help with things in general. I'm glad I went to counselling - it has helped me be a happy person again. I haven't been happy in a very long time."
"During my time with Sue, I found the sessions to be of great benefit. After going through a difficult marriage break-up, Sue listened intently, never judging, only supportive of positives that she felt I showed. I would recommend counselling, especially Sue. I would not hesitate contacting this service again if I felt the need to talk again. Many thanks Sue."
"The counselling I received helped tremendously. If I hadn't got help when I did things could have got a lot worse. Counselling helped me put things into perspective. Sue helped me towards gaining my confidence and my happiness back. I'd already made the move towards sanity myself, Sue provided the encouragement and assurance I needed to continue. I still battle with anxiety but I can deal with it far better than before and I will always be grateful."
"Sue's knowledge of CBT and surrounding areas has helped me understand my actions /behaviours/feelings and encouraged new ways of dealing with negative thoughts and feelings. Sue has been very supportive and I would like to thank her for all her help."
"I have found these sessions very intense on times, but to get and deal with thoughts and feelings, I realize you need to deal with them head on, even if you don't like what you see. After 7 sessions I feel much more positive and realize the only way forward is to reflect rationally on things. And I would highly recommend therapy. I wish I did it much sooner."
"I am extremely pleased and grateful for the counselling I have received. My mood has completely changed for the better, thanks to these sessions. I would recommend this to anyone that is struggling to cope. Thanks so much."
"I found this counselling very good as it was appropriate for my needs. Medication alone was not enough and at the time that my counselling commenced, I was at a very low point. If it was not for my counselling sessions, I would think I would have been very unwell. I am very grateful."
"It has been very useful to me going to these counselling sessions. They have helped me to understand a lot of things that I was going through and how to put them right. It has definitely been worth it."
Member organisations
school Registered / Accredited
Being registered/accredited with a professional body means an individual must have achieved a substantial level of training and experience approved by their member organisation.
The National Counselling and Psychotherapy Society This Not For Profit association of counsellors and psychotherapists aim to support the counselling profession, members and training organisations. In 2013 the NCS register was accredited by the Professional Standards Authority under the Accredited Voluntary Register Scheme. Accredited by the Professional Standards Authority.
BACP is one of the UK’s leading professional bodies for counselling and psychotherapy with around 60,000 members. The Association has several different categories of membership, including Student Member, Individual Member, Registered Member MBACP, Registered Accredited Member MBACP (Accred) and Senior Registered Accredited Member MBACP (Snr Acccred). Registered and accredited members are listed on the BACP Register, which shows that they have demonstrated BACP’s recommended standards for training, proficiency and ethical practice. The BACP Register was the first register of psychological therapists to be accredited by the Professional Standards Authority (PSA). Accredited and senior accredited membership are voluntary categories for members who choose to undertake a rigorous application and assessment process to demonstrate additional standards around practice, training and supervision. Individual members will have completed an appropriate counselling or psychotherapy course and started to practise, but they won’t appear on the BACP Register until they've demonstrated that they meet the standards for registration. Student members are still in the process of completing their training. All members are bound by the BACP Ethical Framework and a Professional Conduct Procedure.
Accredited register membership
The Accredited Register Scheme was set up in 2013 by the Department of Health (DoH) as a way to recognise organisations that hold voluntary registers which meet certain standards. These standards are set by the Professional Standards Authority (PSA).
This therapist has indicated that they belong to an Accredited Register.
The Accredited Register Scheme was set up in 2013 by the Department of Health (DoH) as a way to recognise organisations that hold voluntary registers which meet certain standards. These standards are set by the Professional Standards Authority (PSA).
This therapist has indicated that they belong to an Accredited Register.
Areas of counselling I deal with
Other areas of counselling I deal with
- Mindfulness
- Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT), also known as ‘tapping’.
- Solution Focused
- Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) techniques and concepts
- Rational Emotive Behavioural Therapy (REBT)
- Clinical Supervision
- Clinical Hypnotherapy
Therapies offered
Photos & videos
Fees
From £45.00
Concessions offered for
Health Insurance/EAP
Additional information
If cost is preventing you accessing support, please reach out.
SUPERVISION SLOTS AVAILABLE (Sorry no trainee supervisee slots currently)
Free introductory call - please book through this site, my website, email or whatsApp message me to arrange a Microsoft Teams call of about 30 minutes.
Short and longer term work undertaken.
Fees: Supervision £65 per 60 mins, £90 per 90 mins. Trainee counsellors £45 per 45 mins
Counselling: £65. Trainee counsellors £45. Full Time students £45 per 50 min
Reduced rates or block booking discount on request
Fees gratefully received via BACs
Fees reviewed annually
I am affiliated with Employee Assistant Programmes including Health Assured, Care-First/Optima, Life Works/Telus and Work Place Options. Ask at your workplace if you can access help via these or if your employer is happy to fund some or all of the sessions. I also work with the charities 2Wish and Mates In Mind.
Please contact me regarding clinical hypnotherapy fees, or check out my website or find me on Hypnotherapy Directory.
When I work
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Further information
SUPERVISEE SLOTS CURRENTLY AVAILABLE
Since 2020, I work solely online/telephone usually via Microsoft Teams (WhatsApp/Facetime as backup). Research suggests this methos is as effective as in person, with many preferring the remote option. Over the last couple of years, my clients have found this approach to be helpful, effective, accessible, convenient and time-saving.
For confidential, caring counselling, or hypnotherapy with heart please email susanmort@ymail.com.
Ask about Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT), also known as ‘tapping’.
"It is not things that disturb us, but our interpretation of their significance." (Epictetus, Ancient Greek Philosopher)
