- Client-centered approach
- Thoughts and habits
- Practical coping tools
About Susan
With 16 years of experience, Susan draws on client-centered methods that foreground the person's priorities. She uses techniques from cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) to help people notice and shift unhelpful thoughts and habits. Mindfulness-based practices and solution-focused strategies are also part of her toolbox for managing difficult moments and setting concrete goals.
Susan emphasizes collaboration. Sessions focus on what the client wants to work on and on steps that fit the client's routine. She offers straightforward tools for coping, improving communication, and managing intense emotions like anger or impulsivity.
Her background includes extensive work with issues that often arise from family of origin problems, caregiver stress, codependency, infidelity, and domestic violence. She also supports people navigating fertility challenges, divorce and separation, and career-related stress.
Susan aims to help people rebuild connection and purpose after loss or major life shifts. She works in a supportive, nonjudgmental way and helps clients build practical habits they can use between sessions.
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Experience
16+ years
Credentials
South Carolina
Languages
English
How these approaches translate to online work
Susan commonly uses client-centered methods and cognitive behavioral therapy in her work. Client-centered therapy means the conversation stays focused on the client's priorities and what feels most helpful in their life. Cognitive behavioral therapy looks at thoughts and everyday habits, helping people spot patterns and try small behavior changes to feel better.Finding the right approach is part of the work together. The therapist will collaborate with the client to decide which methods to emphasize based on needs, goals, and personal preferences. That collaborative process can include trying different techniques and adjusting over time.
Confirm the current session options before booking, since the biography does not list specific formats. Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy week, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when schedules are tight. It also lets therapists use worksheets, thought records, and mindfulness exercises in between meetings so clients can practice new habits in everyday settings.
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does Susan commonly address?
Susan supports people with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, addictions, grief, sleep problems, parenting strain, self-esteem, career stress, and coping with life changes.
How would you describe her therapeutic style?
Her style is collaborative and client-centered, focusing on the client’s goals and using practical strategies to change everyday thoughts and habits.
What experience does she bring?
She has 16 years of professional experience working with a broad range of emotional and interpersonal challenges.
What credentials and location are listed?
She holds the credential LISW-CP (Licensed Independent Social Worker-Clinical Practice) and practices in South Carolina.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English and she is not accepting international clients at this time.
What session formats are available?
Please confirm current session formats before booking, as the biography does not specify which formats are offered.
How are fees and payment handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule sessions according to the therapist’s availability.