Susan McGrattan, NCPS
Compassionate UK therapist for trauma and relationships
- Trauma-informed care
- Relationship support
- Anxiety and stress
About Susan McGrattan
Susan McGrattan is a licensed therapist based in the United Kingdom who brings focused, compassionate care to adults, children, teenagers, and students. With a commitment to personalised, integrated counselling, she works collaboratively with people facing stress, anxiety, bereavement and loss, relationship difficulties, self-harm, low self-esteem, trauma, and other life challenges. Her practice emphasises exploring the underlying roots of distress - for example, anxiety can signal deeper issues that benefit from thoughtful examination and practical coping strategies - so clients gain tools to build resilience and more fulfilling lives.
Susan holds the NCPS credential, a professional qualification that reflects her training in counselling and psychotherapy. She approaches therapy as a partnership, offering a supportive, non-judgmental space where the client is seen as the expert in their own life story and the therapist serves as a guide. Beginning therapy can feel daunting, and Susan recognises that first steps require sensitivity and encouragement; she aims to help clients move forward at a pace that feels right for them.
Her work blends evidence-informed techniques with empathetic listening to tailor interventions to each person’s unique needs and goals, helping them navigate grief, trauma, relationship strain, identity concerns, and other complex experiences with clarity and purpose.
Susan holds the NCPS credential, a professional qualification that reflects her training in counselling and psychotherapy. She approaches therapy as a partnership, offering a supportive, non-judgmental space where the client is seen as the expert in their own life story and the therapist serves as a guide. Beginning therapy can feel daunting, and Susan recognises that first steps require sensitivity and encouragement; she aims to help clients move forward at a pace that feels right for them.
Her work blends evidence-informed techniques with empathetic listening to tailor interventions to each person’s unique needs and goals, helping them navigate grief, trauma, relationship strain, identity concerns, and other complex experiences with clarity and purpose.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
AddictionsLGBTFamily conflictsIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementCareer difficultiesDepressionCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAging and geriatric issuesAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesAvoidant personalityBlended family issuesBody imageCancerCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDissociationDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFertility issuesFirst responder issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameHoardingImpulsivityInfidelityIntellectual disabilityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisMoney and financial issuesMood disordersNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksPersonality disordersPhobiasPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSexual assault and abuseSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Susan McGrattan have?
Susan McGrattan has 8 years of professional experience in counselling and psychotherapy.
Is Susan McGrattan a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds the NCPS credential, which indicates a professional qualification in counselling and psychotherapy.
In which languages does Susan McGrattan provide therapy?
Susan McGrattan provides therapy in English.
Where is Susan McGrattan located?
She is located in the United Kingdom.
How can I work with Susan McGrattan as my therapist?
You can work with Susan McGrattan through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Susan McGrattan work with international clients?
Yes, Susan McGrattan works with international clients.
How much does therapy with Susan McGrattan cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Approaches that guide online therapy and practical benefits
Susan McGrattan uses Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) to help clients clarify their values and develop psychological flexibility - ACT focuses on accepting difficult thoughts and feelings while committing to actions that align with what matters most, which can be useful for anxiety, stress, and life transitions. Attachment-Based Therapy is another cornerstone of her work, exploring early relationship patterns and how they shape current connections and emotional responses, making it especially helpful for relationship challenges, intimacy issues, and attachment concerns. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is employed to identify and shift unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns, offering practical skills for depression, anxiety, and coping with everyday stressors.
Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic journey and Susan treats it as a collaborative process. She works with clients to assess their needs, goals, and preferences and adapts techniques to find the best fit over time. This collaborative stance helps ensure therapy feels relevant and effective for each person.
Online therapy with Susan can take place via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, offering flexibility for different schedules and comfort levels. These options make it easier to access licensed professionals from wherever the client is located and allow therapy to fit into busy lives, supporting continuity of care and consistent progress.