Susan Paine Psychotherapy

06/09/2025

Want to have a good relationship with your grown children? Then stop these things now.

11/07/2025

Having completed my EMDR training last year, I am now Certified as an Accredited EMDR Practitioner with the National EMDR Association.

11/07/2025

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If you live from a place of worry, of fear that something bad is going to happen,
if your primary focus is always on what could go wrong,
if you spend most of your time trying to account for every possible thing that could hurt so that you can be prepared for it —

You likely have an unresolved wound living in your body.
Some moment that broke your trust with yourself (which often happens through our relationships with other significant people).
An experience or (or many) that taught you that you aren’t safe.
That other people can’t be trusted,
or that you can’t be trusted to handle the discomfort if it arises in the moment.

It may have happened at a moment in time where you felt overwhelmed, but were unable to safely process your response to this thing that happened.
Where you didn’t receive support.
Where you didn’t feel seen, safe, attuned to, or valued for who you are.
Where you learned that it wasn’t safe to be present to your own emotional experience.

And there is no shame in this.
This happens/has happened to so many of us.
But that fear, that modern day vigilance & anxiety is there to protect the wound.
It’s so afraid that that thing is going to happen again.

But when you feel safe enough to allow yourself to process,
to safely be present to the pain of that experience,
you help that scared, lonely, and abandoned part begin to heal.
To mature emotionally.
To come into the present moment.

Because you are trustworthy.
You are capable, resourceful, and whole.
You just have to practice coming back to yourself again and again.

If this is one of the patterns you’re working to shift, it takes time!
And the Cycle Breakers program begins September 2nd.
This is a year long program for those committed and dedicated to changing old patterns. Committed to bringing their patterns to light and slowly and intentionally meeting themselves with more safety, generosity, compassion, and accountability as they begin to break old cycles and patterns of relating to themselves, others and the world. And it’s done in small, supportive, heart-centered community.
Register before July 11 and receive a free 1:1 with me before the program begins - only a couple are left!
More info & registration at the link below:
https://theeqschool.co/cycle-breakers

10/03/2025

Testimonial

Client Profile- Female, early 20’s with anxiety, Panic and OCD.

I have always had thoughts of therapy being something extremely scary, and unattainable for me- working with Sue flipped that narrative completely on its head. We began sessions talking through my panic attacks, looking at triggers and methods of calming panic. It felt like opening a can of worms at first and a lot came flooding in, however it quickly became apparent that I could have control over something that had had control of me for so long; this is something I am eternally grateful for- it’s truly changed the course of my life for the better, and I notice changes within myself even now after finishing over 2 years of therapy.

Whilst the sessions continued, I was able to develop more of an understanding of my OCD tendencies, which prior to work with Sue I wasn’t sure what they were or how to live alongside them. It was incredibly affirming to have this knowledge.

The space provided in sessions was calming, kind and thoughtful which reassured me that this was a safe and approachable place to explore my thoughts, experiences, and feelings. I think I’d viewed therapy as a transactional thing for so long, that it was refreshing to have worked with someone so caring and supportive throughout, as Sue.

The tools I developed are truly invaluable, and they have helped and will continue to help me live a life I am comfortable in. I thank Sue immensely for this, although no amount of thanks could truly measure up.

10/03/2025

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10/12/2024

18/11/2024

Client Testimonial:
(Female, age 53, Condition: PTSD/Trauma)

My workplace were able to provide me with 12 hours of support with a therapist to help me with my anxiety and depression. 12 hours in which to tackle some heavy issues! Thank goodness the therapist was Susan. She has literally changed my life.

I started the process with little hope that anyone could help, or that progress would be made. My issues were complex, I was at an all time low with many twists and turns in my journey that needed ironing out. Through Susan's patient and measured approach I moved gradually from a dark place – with no sense of hope at all, towards a more stable and positive point. A journey that I am amazed at, the progress is beyond all my expectations.

Susan took time to get to know me, to understand the way I process things and got to grips with my complicated back story. She taught me strategies to help understand what was going on, and most importantly helped me to accept things. Her analogies will remain with me and help me to quickly access her top tips and remain calm in challenging situations. Without her help I would still be floundering, in a bad place with little belief that things can change, that control can be found in the most out of control scenarios.

We laughed, I cried, and no matter what Susan remained calm, professional and supportive.

I recommend Susan wholeheartedly to anyone who seeks a kind and patient therapist who knows her stuff! My journey’s not quite finished … but I’ll continue working with Susan and I’m confident that I’ll get there.

A life changing 12 hours - no exaggeration! I can’t thank her enough.

11/11/2024

👏🏼 well said

02/11/2024

Client Testimonial:
(Male, aged 40 - Condition: Panic Disorder/Anxiety)

Sue has been an exceptional psychotherapist.
I used to suffer with intense general anxiety and panic to the point where I was struggling to leave the house for fear of having panic attacks. I would also suffer from intense social anxiety and would avoid social situations with friends, family and colleagues. From the very first session, Sue was extremely comforting and made me feel very safe talking about my experiences - it was easy to open up to her. Throughout the course of my therapy sessions, I have felt progress from week-to-week and understanding where my anxiety and panic came from really helped me to tackle it.

Six months later, I am truly amazed at where I am and what I have achieved with Sue. It has been really liberating and feels like a huge weight lifted off of my shoulders. I now no longer suffer from panic attacks and am well-equipped to deal with any anxious thoughts. I am much more confident in myself and no longer avoid social situations. I cannot thank Sue enough and would recommend her to anyone struggling with anxiety and panic.

31/10/2024

EDIT: Woah! I did not realise what I was posting here. So many of you. Bless you guys. I will try to read all your comments but I only have one little phone. Bless you all. My heart goes out to every last one of you ~ Mandy

I know I’m not the only one who knows what this is. I’m trying to learn not to ~ Mandy

09/10/2024

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Amen!

03/06/2024

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