Susan Wallendahl

I treat my clients as individuals and work with them in a collaborative manner which addresses their unique personality and specific needs. I don’t believe in a ‘one size fits all’ approach but will draw on a variety of psychological therapies and techniques to help someone understand their responses to experiences and find ways of managing them. I conduct frequent reviews to check out how we are doing, what is helpful, unhelpful etc. because the quality of the relationship between the therapist and client is the most important factor for a successful outcome.

My training has taught me to look at a person holistically and not to compartmentalise different aspects such as the physical, cognitive, emotional, spiritual. In other words, each of those things is connected. I also consider the impact of contextual factors such as family, work, culture on your mental health. I will treat you with respect and compassion and adhere to the ethical guidelines of the BACP and ACTO.

My clinical experience has been primarily gained working as a counsellor within NHS primary care. I have years of experience working in a number of busy London GP surgeries as well as running my own private practice. Prior to becoming a counsellor, I supported parents whose babies died of cot death after my own experience of losing my son.