Sue Walker

Sue Walker is a counsellor who aims to help people feeling overwhelmed by stress, anxiety or low self esteem. She supports those coping with addictions, difficult life changes and eating and body image worries. Her style is warm and non-judgemental, focused on helping people take small, manageable steps forward.

With five years of professional experience in the United Kingdom, Sue works to create an open space where clients can talk about painful memories and current struggles. She listens closely and helps people name what matters most to them. That can include grief, trauma, mood difficulties or challenges at work and in relationships.

Sue uses practical approaches that help people notice unhelpful patterns and try new ways of coping. She draws on Client-Centred Therapy to prioritise the client's perspective and build a strong working relationship. Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, or CBT, is used to break down worrying thoughts and test small behavioural changes.

Motivational Interviewing is another element Sue brings when people feel stuck or uncertain about change. This helps clarify personal goals and strengthen commitment to the steps someone chooses to take. Sessions focus on what the client wants to achieve, not on labels.

People often come with concerns such as family problems, relationship difficulties, addictions, or the emotional impact of chronic illness. Sue supports clients through parenting strain, bereavement, anger and life transitions, helping them find clearer choices and more manageable ways forward.

How these approaches work in online therapy

Sue uses Client-Centred Therapy to prioritise the client's experience and build trust. This approach focuses on listening, reflecting back what you say, and helping you set the pace of work. It is helpful for people who need a steady, accepting space to make sense of difficult feelings.

She also draws on Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, known as CBT, which looks at the links between thoughts, feelings and actions. CBT helps identify patterns that keep problems going and tries small, testable changes to reduce anxiety or low mood. Motivational Interviewing is used when someone feels unsure about change; it helps clarify what matters and strengthens motivation for chosen steps.

Finding the right approach is part of the work together. Sue will talk with you about your goals and preferences, and adapt methods to suit what you need. That collaboration helps decide whether to emphasise listening, practical CBT tasks, or motivational support.

The practical benefits of online therapy include easier scheduling and fitting sessions around work or family commitments. If you plan to meet online, confirm available session formats before booking since the biography does not list specific options. Online sessions can make it simpler to keep regular check-ins and follow through on the small tasks that support change.