Counselling in Chester-le-Street and Washington

A safe place to talk, and to grow.

Friendly, person-centred counselling with me, Susie, for adults, young people and families. In person in Chester-le-Street, outdoors, online or by phone.

Book a free 15-minute chat See sessions and fees

Member of BACP · 45-minute sessions · Free first chat

[Photo of Susie – she has one to send]

Hello, I'm Susie

I'm a friendly, down-to-earth Northern woman, and I'm proud to be from the North East. I take my work seriously, but I don't think counselling needs to feel formal or intimidating.

When you come to see me, you'll be talking to a real person who genuinely cares. I'll listen without judgement, and we'll go at whatever pace feels right for you.

Whatever's brought you here, you don't have to have the words for it yet.

More about me and the name Lotus North

How I can help

People come to counselling for all sorts of reasons. Nothing you bring is too big or too small. Some of the things I support people with:

Anxiety
Low mood
Stress
Grief and loss
Relationships
Self-esteem and confidence
Trauma
Family difficulties
Bullying
Loneliness
Life changes
Identity and self-discovery

Ways we can meet

Every session is 45 minutes. You choose whatever feels most comfortable, and you can change your mind as we go.

Face-to-face

£55

In Chester-le-Street. Washington coming soon, subject to room availability.

Walk-and-talk

£45

Plus a small mileage charge, depending on where we meet.

Telephone

£45

No camera, just a conversation.

Not sure which is right? That's exactly what the free 15-minute chat is for.

First

A free chat

A relaxed 15 minutes on the phone. You can ask me anything and see how it feels to talk to me.

Then

Your first session

If you'd like to go ahead, we'll find a time that suits you. We'll talk about what's brought you here and what you'd like from counselling.

After that

At your pace

Some people come for a few weeks, others for longer. You're in control, and we'll check in along the way.

Where I work

I see people face-to-face in Chester-le-Street, and I'm looking for a room in Washington too. Walk-and-talk sessions happen outdoors at local spots we agree together. Online and phone sessions mean you can see me from anywhere, including Sunderland, Gateshead and the wider North East.