Welcome to My Counselling Practice
I am Sue Aufiero, a BACP registered counsellor offering Counselling for Adults ,Children and Young people.
I specialize in supporting people affected by trauma and stressful or distressing life events. This can include childhood trauma, difficult relationships ,anxiety linked to past experiences and the emotional impact of overwhelming or threatening situations.
Before becoming a counsellor I spent many years working in the police service. During that time I supported people through high-stress and often traumatic situations, including victims of crime and victims experiencing crisis. This experience gave me a grounded understanding of how trauma affects people emotionally, physically and in their day to day lives.
I have a particular interest in working with:
Adults affected by difficulties or past experiences
Emergency workers
People who have experienced anxiety, hyper vigilance or feeling constantly on edge.
Children and young people affected by distressing or disruptive life events
A Tailored Approach to Therapy
Are you struggling with the effects of difficult or over whelming experiences such as anxiety, feeling constantly on edge, low mood or finding something from the past is still affecting your present life? .
Whether you're most comfortable with traditional talk therapy, prefer to explore your feelings through creative exercises, or find peace in walk-and-talk sessions surrounded by nature, we'll find the approach that works best for you.
You may be stuck in patterns you can’t quite explain, find it hard to relax, struggle with trust or relationships or noticing that you are reacting to situations in ways that feel intense or confusing. If this sounds familiar you are not alone.
I work with adults, children (over the age of 10), and young people. My additional training in counselling children and young people, combined with my experience working in higher education settings, allows me to support clients of all ages through their unique challenges. I can support with anxiety around study stress and exams. I have worked as a university counsellor and am able to support young people through exam anxiety and stresses associated with study and education.
As a counsellor, I believe in the importance of continuous development. I'm a qualified Mental Health First Aid trainer, which allows me to offer short-term, solution-focused work on specific mental health issues. I've also completed training in supporting neurodiverse clients, ensuring I can provide informed and sensitive care to all my clients. I have attended additional training in Transactional analysis, working with Trauma domestic abuse and bereavement.
If you're considering counselling, I understand it can feel daunting. But remember, reaching out is a sign of strength, not weakness. I'm here to support you every step of the way, at your pace and on your terms.
I look forward to the possibility of working with you and supporting you on your journey towards healing and growth.
I hold an advanced DBS
Mental Health First Aid accredited trainer
Get In Touch
Thank you for considering reaching out. Taking the first step towards counselling can be challenging, and I'm here to make that process as comfortable as possible for you.
If you have any questions about fees, payments, or policies, please don't hesitate to ask. I'm here to ensure our therapeutic relationship is clear and comfortable for both of us.
Email: sueaufiero.counselling@gmail.com
You can also use the contact form below to send me a message. I aim to respond to all inquiries within 24-48 hours.