Trauma-informed counselling
A secure,compassionate spacefor the work of healing.
I’m Sue—a counsellor and Somatic Experiencing® practitioner working with people who carry the imprint of trauma and stress in their nervous system. The methods I engage are slow, embodied and bring real, lasting change.
Sue, photographed in the Southern Highlands.
How I help
Some of the patterns that ask to be heard.
I specialise in helping people resolve deeply ingrained patterns of trauma and stress that profoundly impact the nervous system. If your concern isn’t listed, please reach out anyway.
Depression
Helping you reconnect with yourself and rediscover hope, whilst easing emotional overwhelm.
C-PTSD and PTSD
Specialised care for navigating and healing from the ongoing effects of trauma.
ADHD & Neurodiversity
Gentle, practical support to understand your mind, build focus, and find ease in daily life.
Trauma & Abuse Recovery
Support for healing from past trauma and abuse, building self-worth and confidence.
Self-Esteem & Confidence
Encouraging self-acceptance, confidence, and a deeper sense of self-worth.
Life Transitions
Guidance through career shifts, relocations, or significant personal milestones.
Emotional Regulation
Strategies for managing intense emotions and developing resilience.
Anxiety
Techniques and support for persistent feelings of anxiety and chronic worry.
Grief & Loss
Compassionate support to navigate grief, helping you find acceptance and healing.
Loneliness
Exploring isolation to build deeper connections with yourself and others.
Stress Management
Techniques for reducing and managing stress effectively.
Chronic Pain & Illness
Exploring the connection between physical symptoms and emotional well-being.
Mind-Body Connection
Enhancing awareness of how emotional and physical health are intertwined.
Trauma-Informed Parenting
Support for parents dealing with trauma and its impact on parenting.
What working with me looks like
“Together, we work to restore your wellbeing—reducing tension, transforming negative self-beliefs into self-care, self-awareness, and self-compassion. Real change happens here.”
We meet, slowly
A free intro call. No pressure—we just see if we’re a good fit.
We work somatically
Sessions move at the pace of your nervous system, not a worksheet.
Real, lasting change
The patterns that have shaped you become the foundation of your strength.
In their words
What clients have shared.
5.0 from 5 Google reviews
I wholeheartedly recommend Sue to anyone seeking guidance and support on their journey of self-discovery. Her empathy creates a nurturing environment where I feel completely safe to share my thoughts and feelings, and she helps me bring myself “into my body and out of my brain”.
During sessions with Sue I feel a deep sense of safety to be exactly as I am. It feels as if time slows down — the stillness and gentleness present is palpable. I feel held with loving compassion whilst I explore vulnerable feelings.
I always feel that my time is well spent with Sue. She is able to gently get straight into the heart of what's going on for me, and I leave feeling uplifted and more resilient. I trust her completely and look forward to our sessions and the growth she facilitates.
Susanne is a gifted and talented therapist. Every time we work together I feel seen, heard and understood. She always meets me where I'm at mentally and emotionally.
I am incredibly happy with the guidance I've received from Susanne. From the very first moment, I felt at ease with her. Her professional and warm approach truly helps you deepen your connection with yourself.
Reviews drawn from Sue's Google business profile. Published with each reviewer's consent implicit in their public posting.
About me
A lifelong commitment to mental health.
For fourteen years I’ve worked alongside people doing the slow, courageous work of healing. My approach is personalised, embodied and trauma-informed—with a steady belief that everyone has the capacity to heal, transform, and reconnect with their inner resources.
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