Meet Suzy Manning

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Child, Adolescent & Family Therapist / Victim Services Counsellor

Suzy Manning is an experienced Newcastle counsellor and Accredited Social Worker providing compassionate, trauma-informed counselling through CoastWell. With extensive experience supporting children, adolescents, adults, families, and communities across health, education, and community services, she helps people navigate life's challenges with confidence, resilience, and hope.

Suzy's Approach to Counselling

For those seeking therapeutic counselling or Victim Services counselling in Newcastle, Suzy offers a warm, authentic, and person-centred approach that recognises each person's unique strengths, experiences, and goals. She works collaboratively with clients to create a safe, supportive space for healing, meaningful change and recovery. Upon request Honey the therapy dog can be invited into session to work her magic.

A Diverse Professional Background

Before becoming a therapist, Suzy worked as a hospital and community social worker, jeweller, teacher, teacher trainer, and small business owner. This diverse professional background provides a unique understanding of the personal, family, workplace, and social factors that influence wellbeing, allowing her to connect with and support people from all walks of life.

Visit CoastWell Health

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CoastWell Health is located in Newcastle West, 5 minutes walk to Newcastle Interchange train station

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surfer, mother, nature- lover, dog whisperer, jeweller / silversmith, child tamer, adolescent codebreaker, L-plate parenter, acute listener, artist, photographer, ceramist, plant enthusiast, mountain-biker, intrepid traveller, motorcyclist, culinary appreciator, shower-singer, air-guitarist, flawed human, burnt-out teacher, passionate social worker, clinical therapist, wild camper, bush walker, adventurer, ocean swimmer, tree climber, detailed observer, non-conformist, underdog advocate, van-lifer, loyal friend., firm but fiercely loving mum, 〰️