Susan Egan
Psychodynamic counsellorAbout Me
Are feelings of anxiety or low mood bringing you down? Does it seem like other people have got their lives sorted out but you haven't? I have the expertise to help you bring some understanding of what is going on, and bring more choice in your life.
Sometimes in life we need a little help. Counselling can be just what we need to get back some balance in our lives. Being able to talk through what's on our minds with a supportive, non-judgemental therapist can bring relief from our worries. It may also help to embrace life in more creative ways.
I have many years of experience in counselling people who have a range of issues and problems. Some of the issues that therapy is helpful for include: low self-esteem, stress, anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, work related issues, sexual abuse and bereavement.
I am a Psychodynamic therapist, the type of therapy that I offer is partly based on the idea, that difficulties and stress in the present, may have stemmed from early life experiences. Understanding this can help towards changing how we view life and relationships; especially in connection to recurring patterns of behaviour.
Counselling explores present and past feelings and the links between current and past relationships.
Sometimes I also like to include other approaches when it is appropriate, for example, Art Therapy, Mindfullness and CBT
I bring a rich and diverse background to my work as a therapist. I have a background in the visual arts, as well as art and design education. I have participated in psycho-therapeutic personal development groups, and many mindfulness based practice groups and retreats. I have also led many creative visual art self-exploration groups.
I am a BACP Accredited and Registered Counsellor; I work in the centre of Brighton at the New Road Psychotherapy Centre, as well as Haywards Heath.
To contact me please see my website for more details: www.susanegan.co.uk or call 01273 324022
Therapy sessions are on the same day, at the same time, every week and last for 50 minutes and are confidential.
Deciding to have counselling is sometimes a brave step, and I would be happy to talk through any concerns and questions during an initial session. This initial session will give you the opportunity to decide whether or not you would like to have the counselling that I have to offer.
Both short term and open ended therapy are available.
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Client groups
Fees
Initial exploratory session: £55
Subsequent sessions: £55
Sessions are arranged on a weekly basis.
Session duration: 50 minutes.
I am registered with the following insurance companies: Aviva, AXA, BUPA, Vitality Health & WPA. (Many local businesses use these insurance companies - do check with your employer or your partner's employer to see whether you might be eligible to have your fees paid.) Please verify your health insurance coverage when you arrange your first appointment.
Training and qualifications
Registered Accredited Member British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy
Post Graduate Diploma Psychodynamic Counselling
WPF Therapy Certificate in CBT Skills
OCN Introduction to Counselling and Communication Skills with an emphasis on Mindful Based Practice.
TA 101 Certificate from EATA (European Association for Transactional Analysis)