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Who am I? Born in Liverpool, I trained in psychology, teaching and counselling. Pretty soon, I realised that what underpinned all these activities - and what really motivates me - is the goal of helping people have the best relationships they can possibly have. So for the past 30-something years I've been doing just that. I'm delighted to now be published in 33 countries and 24 languages, to have sold over 1 million copies of my work, to have written the best-selling book on Relate's publishing list (Stop Arguing Start Talking) and to been designated one of the Family Planning Association's 21st Century Achievers. I also love supporting clients to have good relationships through my coaching services, by writing weekly advice columns for Fabulous sunday supplement and Woman magazine, by giving media interviews for radio and television, and by writing and teaching courses on relationships for the general public and for professional practitioners. I am an Ambassador for Relate Cambridge and serve on the Council for Sexuality and Sexual Health of the Royal College of Medicine. In 2015 I also won Dating Expert of the Year at the UK Dating Awards. I also know that dreams come true. Because I once said to a friend that my dream would be to update the Joy of Sex for the 21st century. Guess what? Twelve years ago I was asked by the Joy of Sex estate to do just that. The project was a total privilege and pleasure and won Publication of the Year at the Erotic Awards 2010. If you'd like to know what else I do; to read my qualifications, credentials and affiliations; to ask me a question, or to discuss working together, please do get in touch via my website susanquilliam.com. I'd love to hear from you.