For those seeking clarity and balance, a space for reflection, clarity and change
Professional, compassionate counselling in Burnley, Rochdale and nationwide
I offer professional, compassionate counselling in a safe, confidential space where you can explore your thoughts, organise your emotions and grow at your own pace. As a qualified counsellor I provide flexible therapy options to suit your needs: online counselling, telephone therapy and face-to-face counselling. I support clients locally in Burnley and Rochdale and remotely across the UK.
Who I help If you are feeling anxious, overwhelmed, emotionally exhausted or burned out, you are not alone. Many people come to counselling feeling stuck in unhelpful patterns and unsure how to move forward. Through personalised, evidence-informed therapy we can work together to:
Reduce anxiety and stress
Process trauma and build resilience
Work through grief and loss
Recover from burnout and emotional exhaustion
Improve self-esteem and explore identity
Find direction and focus in life transitions
Manage single-parent challenges
Strengthen relationships through couples counselling
Therapy approach My approach is tailored to you. I use practical, compassionate techniques to help you gain clarity, build coping skills and create meaningful, lasting change. Sessions are confidential, non-judgemental and focused on your goals.
Why choose me
Qualified, experienced counsellor offering individual and couples therapy
Flexible appointment types: online therapy, telephone counselling and face-to-face sessions
Local availability in Burnley and Rochdale plus nationwide online support
Safe, accessible environment for emotional healing and personal growth
Get started If you’re ready to explore counselling with an experienced therapist who provides online, telephone and face-to-face counselling across the UK, contact Sue Blackshaw Counselling today to arrange an initial appointment or to ask any questions. Therapy can help you reconnect with yourself and what matters most.
Services and Practices — Sue Blackshaw Counselling
I provide flexible, client-centred mental health services across Burnley, Rochdale and online. My approach is trauma-informed and tailored to individual needs.
Core services
Individual counselling (in-person, online video, telephone) with flexible appointment times including early evenings and Saturdays.
Trauma-focused therapy using evidence-based techniques such as Brainspotting and Rewind for complex trauma, PTSD and distressing memories.
Dog-assisted therapy available during in-person sessions to support emotional regulation, reduce anxiety and improve engagement.
Group programmes and workshops covering mental health awareness topics: anxiety, depression, grief, anger management, trauma recovery and wellbeing skills.
Clinical supervision for counsellors and other mental health professionals, offering reflective practice, case review and professional development.
Training for counselling trainees and organisations on trauma-informed care, therapeutic techniques and workplace mental health.
Critical incident response and debriefing services for businesses and organisations to support staff after workplace trauma, emergencies or adverse events.
Where I work
In-person therapy in Burnley and Rochdale.
Secure online video and telephone sessions for clients across the UK.
Workplace visits for on-site debriefing and staff support.
Who I support
Adults experiencing anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, relationship issues or life transitions.
Counselling professionals seeking clinical supervision and CPD.
Employers and HR teams needing rapid critical incident support or workplace mental health training.
Why choose Sue Blackshaw Counselling
Trauma-informed, evidence-based practice with specialised Brainspotting and Rewind training.
Flexible scheduling including evenings and Saturdays to fit work and family commitments.
Safe, confidential spaces for in-person or online therapy.
Dog-assisted therapy option to enhance comfort and therapeutic connection.
Dedicated workplace support, training and clinical supervision for professionals.
Book a consultation to discuss which service best fits your needs — individual therapy, group programmes, supervision, training or workplace debriefing —
contact Sue Blackshaw Counselling for a confidential consultation and appointment availability.
Client Feedback
Client Feedback
Client Feedback:
Sue is an excellent therapist and one of the best I have ever had. I got so much from our sessions and it has helped me immensely and on many fronts, very grateful!
Client Feedback:
Sue helped me in gaining hope for the future and body and mind confidence in myself. I have overcome some hurdles to reach small goals. The sessions allowed me to develop a new range of different tools to overcome any future hurdles
Client Feedback:
My sessions provided me with a valuable mindful space to and strengthen work life balance, enhance self awareness, cultivate self compassion, and make intentional, sustainable change for the future. Thank you.
Client Feedback:
The best women ever. I’ve had six sessions and I feel like a completely new person. Thank you Sue!
Client Feedback
I can’t recommend Sue more highly!! I have seen counsellors in the past but Sue was incredible. The sessions I had with her were absolutely invaluable and she helped me through an extremely difficult time.
If you are looking for someone warm and friendly to support you, don’t look any further! Thank you doesn’t seem like enough.
If you would like to leave feedback then please do not hesitate to email sblackshaw.counselling@gmail.com or check out my google review page.
Client Feedback:
I couldn’t feel more different in the space of a few short weeks, than I have done with the effort professionalism and care of my counsellor, Sue. She put me at ease so quickly that I was able to lower my guard almost immediately, this meant I got the absolute best out of my sessions. I never once felt pitied but instead always listened to and made to feel like a valuable human being. Sue picked out details that I typically hide from most but she saw me. She is a credit to her profession.
Client Feedback:
My counsellor was very receptive, provided me with strategies that I could identify with and were relevant to me. I feel like I have had an excellent set of sessions which have benefitted me immensely.
Client Feedback
I cannot express the difference meeting Sue has had on my life! She is gentle in her approach, giving a safe non judgmental space to explore what is presenting and to work on finding appropriate tools to better understand self, giving room for growth rather being caged by self.
I now feel empowered and confident to meet my issues head on with positive processing tools to last a life time! If I need support again, I will not hesitate to return.
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Sue Blackshaw BA Hons, NCPS Accredited
My Client Promise
I will listen and help you find the best of you, by allowing you to explore a greater understanding of self and developing your coping strategies to support with life’s most challenging experiences.
I am a highly qualified counsellor with a BA Hons in Counselling and Psychotherapy. I am also trained in Brainspotting, please see section on the benefits of brainspotting in the therapy room.
I am a member of the British Association of Counsellors and Psychotherapist.
Please note I operate a 48 hour cancellation policy.
Sessions cancelled or not attended without 48 hours notice are still payable as this time has been set aside in agreement for your session only.
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