As a licensed therapist in Illinois with nearly four decades of clinical experience, I specialize in supporting individuals through complex life transitions and emotional challenges. My practice focuses on helping clients navigate issues like depression, anxiety, relationship dynamics, and personal growth.
I bring a compassionate, person-centered approach to therapy, with deep expertise in addressing midlife challenges, caregiver stress, workplace dynamics, and women's mental health. My work is particularly attuned to supporting adults of all ages, individuals experiencing life transitions, those working on personal growth and those managing chronic health conditions.
My therapeutic approach is rooted in understanding each person's unique journey. I create a supportive, non-judgmental space where clients can explore their emotions, develop stronger communication skills, and work towards healing from past traumas. Whether you're struggling with social anxiety, seeking greater self-understanding, or working through relationship challenges, I'm committed to walking alongside you with empathy and professional guidance.
Additional areas of focus: Addictions, Relationship issues, Family conflicts, Trauma and abuse, Grief, Parenting issues, Anger management, Self esteem, Career difficulties, Coping with life changes, Compassion fatigue, Abandonment, Adoption and foster care, Aging and geriatric issues, Attachment issues, Blended family issues, Caregiver issues and stress, Chronic pain, illness, and disability, Co-morbidity, Codependency, Commitment issues, Communication problems, Control issues, Dependent personality, Divorce and separation, Domestic violence, Emptiness, Family of origin issues, Family problems, Fatherhood issues, Forgiveness, Guilt and shame, Hearing impaired, Hospice and end-of-life counseling, Impulsivity, Intellectual disability, Isolation / loneliness, Life purpose, Midlife crisis, Money and financial issues, Mood disorders, Multicultural concerns, Panic disorder and panic attacks, Phobias, Postpartum depression, Post-traumatic stress, Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), Self-love, Social anxiety and phobia, Visually impaired, Women's issues, Workplace issues
Clinical approaches: Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Narrative Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy
IL LCSW 149006597
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Susan has been great!
Written on Sep 24, 2025 after therapy with Susan for 1 year and 4 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, parenting issues, and self esteem
Susan was there for me when I needed support the most! She is knowledgeable, compassionate, professional, and adaptable. She embodies all the qualities one looks for in a therapist. I highly recommend her to anyone seeking help.
Thank you, Susan!
Written on Sep 23, 2025 after therapy with Susan for 3 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, coping with life changes, coaching, and compassion fatigue
Susan is compassionate and wonderful to work with. She has great recommendations and is very easy to talk to. I have enjoyed my time on our sessions, and am feeling a lot better.
Written on Feb 24, 2025 after therapy with Susan for 1 month on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, and adhd
Susan helped me through mental blocks and struggles I was having, I couldn’t recommend her more!
Written on Feb 08, 2025 after therapy with Susan for 9 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, career difficulties, and adhd
Susan has very helpful techniques that I’ve used and seen major mental health improvement!
Written on Jan 31, 2025 after therapy with Susan for 3 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, and self esteem
Susan is wonderful. She always meets me where I'm at, every session. She always has tools that can help immediately, and then researches for more that will help me specifically. I thank the universe for her every day.
Written on Sep 03, 2024 after therapy with Susan for 5 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, self esteem, and coaching
