Susan Carr Counselling
Counselling and Supervision in Manchester and Online
Blog
Back to Work: Beating the Post-Holiday Blues
With summer coming to an end and the return to work, school and everyday routines, it’s common to experience a sense of post-holiday blues. In this blog, I share five simple ways to ease the transition, from giving yourself time to readjust to finding things to look forward to.
Counselling vs Psychotherapy: What’s the Difference?
In this blog, I explore the differences and similarities between counselling and psychotherapy, including training, therapeutic approaches and the common misconceptions around both. I also look at what really matters when choosing a therapist and finding the right support for you.
Are You Treating Your Thoughts as Facts?
In this blog, I identify some unhelpful thinking patterns, and explore how learning to pause and question our thoughts can help us respond with greater balance and self-compassion
Five Ways to Wellbeing
In this blog, I explore the Five Ways to Wellbeing; five simple, evidence-based actions that can help us look after our mental health.
The End of an Era
In life we may encounter many different types of endings. In this blog, I explore why endings can feel difficult, how past experiences can shape the way we respond to them, and the important role that endings can play in therapy.
International Women’s Day 2026
In this blog for International Women’s Day 2026, I reflect on the conversations from an online panel event exploring women’s equality, work, wellbeing and this year’s theme, “Give to Gain”.
Navigating Burnout as a Business Owner
Running your own business can be incredibly rewarding, but it can also be difficult to switch off. In this blog, I explore the particular pressures that can contribute to burnout when you work for yourself, how to recognise the warning signs, and what you can do to look after your mental wellbeing.
Men’s Health Awareness Month
In this blog for Men's Health Awareness Week 2025 I interview Adam Whittaker of Admia to explore how he finds running his own business, the pressures men face, and how men are represented in media.
When the World Feels Heavy: Protecting Your Mental Health from News Overload
The constant stream of distressing news about conflict, tragedy and climate change can take a toll on our mental wellbeing. In this blog for World Mental Health Day 2025, I explore how we can stay informed without becoming overwhelmed by the news.
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My location
Counselling and supervision in Manchester, with online and telephone sessions available across the UK.
Contact me
Feel free to email me at susan@sccounselling.co.uk if you have any questions about how counselling works or to arrange an initial appointment. You can also contact me or leave a message on 07543408551