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I would like to provide you with some information about me, in order to help you decide if my experience and style is the right match for you.
I am a licensed professional counselor with more than 30 years of experience in behavioral health. I have worked in both hospitals and outpatient settings, with people from all different backgrounds who struggle with a wide variety of challenges. Much of my experience has been working with people who are struggling with depression, anxiety, trauma, caregiving, relationship issues, polyamory, LGBTQ+ and gender issues.
Although it may be comforting to believe that a therapist “has it all together,” the truth is that therapists are people with their own challenges, on their own journeys, just as you are. I am still learning, making mistakes, and moving past them. However, from where I am on my path, I hope to be able to see things on your path that you are unable to see, such as obstacles you are facing and alternatives you could try.
I will treat you with sensitivity, respect, and warmth; first of all by getting to know you as a person, since you are the expert on your own life. You can expect me to walk with you through whatever difficulties you are facing and help you learn more about yourself and the way you interact with the world. Together, we can come up with goals and solutions that are going to work for you.
I can work with you in whatever manner you are most comfortable. I find it helpful to participate in video sessions so that we can read each other’s expressions and nonverbal cues, But I am also available to you via phone and text if that is more comfortable for you. I check messages at least once during each day.
Seeking therapy is not an easy decision to make. I know how hard it can be to find a counselor who you feel a connection with and I would be honored to work with you through this stage of your life.
Professional experience
25 yrs in practice
Stress, AnxietyLGBTQ+Self esteem, MotivationDepressionCoping with life changes
Additional areas of focus:Relationship issues, Family conflicts, Trauma and abuse, Grief, Intimacy-related issues, Anger management, Career difficulties, Bipolar disorder, Compassion fatigue, ADHD, Abandonment, Aging and geriatric issues, Blended family issues, Body image, Caregiver issues and stress, Chronic pain, illness, and disability, Codependency, Communication problems, Family of origin issues, Family problems, Gender dysphoria, Guilt and shame, Hospice and end-of-life counseling, Immigration issues, Isolation / loneliness, Life purpose, Midlife crisis, Mood disorders, Multicultural concerns, Polyamory / non-monogamous relationships, Postpartum depression, Prejudice and discrimination, Self-love, Sexual assault and abuse, Sexuality, Traumatic brain injury, Women's issues, Workplace issues, Young adult issues
These quotes represent just a few of the many positive reviews that we have received for Dr. Susan Gurvich. We don't pay anyone to provide their review and they are all made voluntarily. Some people's experience receiving therapy with BetterHelp might be different.
She is very kind and encouraging
Written on Jul 16, 2025 after therapy with Susan for 2 weeks on issues concerning family conflicts, trauma and abuse, anger management, bipolar disorder, and coping with life changes
Caring kind and relatable
Written on Jul 09, 2025 after therapy with Susan for 1 year and 8 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, eating disorders, and coping with life changes
Dr. Gurvich is kind and understanding but firm. She helps me see things in a different perspective and challenges me to make some changes. She's knowledgeable and straightforward. I look forward to our sessions each week.
Written on Jul 08, 2025 after therapy with Susan for 7 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, and adhd
Dr. Gurvich is very personable and easy to talk to. She is very supportive and poses thought provoking questions.
Written on Jun 17, 2025 after therapy with Susan for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, lgbt, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, self esteem, anger management, and compassion fatigue
Therapy definitely does depend on whether you "mesh"/"fit" with your therapist. I have been lucky enough to find my fit right away on the platform with Dr. Gurvich. Her years of experience and expertise precede her. She is empathetic and a great listener. Her techniques have been therapeutic for me personally. I have a history of depression, anxiety, and PTSD and have felt that I have a better handle on processing my symptoms with Dr. Gurvich. I highly recommend her!
Written on Jun 05, 2025 after therapy with Susan for 4 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, grief, self esteem, coping with life changes, and compassion fatigue
She helps me think things through when my brain is cloudy.
Written on Jan 12, 2025 after therapy with Susan for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, parenting issues, self esteem, career difficulties, and coping with life changes
Dr. Gurvich is amazing. Listens and send me a summary after each visit. I I believe she understands my thoughts and feelings. She is supportive and encouraging. I felt I could talk openly from the beginning. I highly recommend her.
Written on Dec 30, 2024 after therapy with Susan for 10 months on issues concerning depression, lgbt, relationship issues, eating disorders, sleeping disorders, and self esteem
Dr Gurvich is a great therapist! She is really encouraging but also holds me accountable. I have really grown with her help
Written on Sep 09, 2024 after therapy with Susan for 9 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, and coping with life changes
Dr. Gurvich has restored my faith in therapy. She is both professional and compassionate. She shows care, patience, and understanding in a way that I have been unable to find through other counselors.
Written on Aug 29, 2024 after therapy with Susan for 2 weeks on issues concerning lgbt, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, grief, career difficulties, compassion fatigue, and adhd
I thank her for actually listening. I just needed someone to lend an ear and she did exactly that. Thank you Dr. Gurvich, your work is enough.
Written on Apr 18, 2024 after therapy with Susan for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, self esteem, anger management, and adhd
Extremely attentive and great to talk to.
Written on Mar 25, 2024 after therapy with Susan for 5 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, lgbt, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, and adhd
Dr. Gurvich has a level of understanding that surpasses other therapists that I have seen. She provides excellent reflections that allow me to really hear myself in a new way. I highly recommend Dr. Gurvich. While I have met my therapy goals, I will always look to return to Dr. Gurvich if I have therapy needs that arise in the future.
Written on Mar 07, 2024 after therapy with Susan for 2 years and 6 months on issues concerning depression, and stress, anxiety
Dr. Gurvich is the ideal therapist for me at this time of my life. She listens to me genuily and it is always helpful for me to talk to her to get a new or different perspective on things. She also encourages me a lot exactly when I need it. I couldn't have asked for a better match.
Written on Jan 03, 2024 after therapy with Susan for 1 year and 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, and self esteem
I appreciate Susan's calm, insightful, intelligent perspective and observations regarding my personality, background, and issues. She's an excellent listener and always offers her perspective and thoughts to help me. I'm forever grateful.
Written on Dec 14, 2023 after therapy with Susan for 6 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, sleeping disorders, and anger management
Great Therapist 100/10 would recommend
Written on Apr 17, 2023 after therapy with Susan for 6 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and adhd
For a man who is struggling and that have never been in therapy I find Dr Gurvich a very helpful, professional, kind and gentle person.
Written on Feb 07, 2023 after therapy with Susan for 2 weeks on issues concerning relationship issues, trauma and abuse, and anger management
Amazing & caring! Excited for the journey ahead
Written on Dec 01, 2022 after therapy with Susan for 2 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, and coaching
Dr Gurvich is attentive, supportive, and non-judgmental, and helps me to realise things I don't think I would get to on my own. I'm deeply grateful for her.
Written on Nov 06, 2022 after therapy with Susan for 9 months on issues concerning depression, self esteem, relationship issues, family conflicts, coping with life changes, intimacy-related issues, career difficulties, and compassion fatigue
Dr. Gurvich is great and always there to help you and be there for you
Written on Oct 20, 2022 after therapy with Susan for 4 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, grief, self esteem, and adhd
Great so far! Empathetic and a great listener. Excited to continue therapy with Dr Gurvich
Written on Aug 04, 2022 after therapy with Susan for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, and compassion fatigue
Great!!!!
Written on Jul 28, 2022 after therapy with Susan for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, lgbt, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, grief, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and adhd
You’re awesome Dr. Gurvich!
Written on Jul 21, 2022 after therapy with Susan for 11 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, parenting issues, self esteem, career difficulties, coaching, and adhd
Dr. Gurvich has been such a huge help to me. I can't imagine where I would be without her help.
Written on Apr 27, 2022 after therapy with Susan for 7 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, and grief
Dr. Gurvich offers the support I need and even the support I didn't realize I needed. She's been a great resource for me, especially as I'm in a point in my life where I have more questions than answers.
Written on Dec 30, 2021 after therapy with Susan for 4 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, lgbt, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, and adhd
I only wish I’d have found Dr Gurvich years ago
Written on Nov 29, 2021 after therapy with Susan for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, lgbt, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, self esteem, anger management, bipolar disorder, coping with life changes, and adhd
Dr. Gurvich is kind and thoughtful. She pays attention to my goals and concerns and helps me stay focused on what I can do to move forward in meaningful ways to improve my life. I really appreciate being able to work with her on this platform.
Written on Nov 06, 2021 after therapy with Susan for 2 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, grief, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and coaching
Very easy to talk to and a great listener.
Written on Sep 11, 2021 after therapy with Susan for 3 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, and family conflicts
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