As a licensed therapist with over two decades of experience, I specialize in supporting individuals through life's complex emotional landscapes. My practice focuses on helping clients navigate challenges related to stress, anxiety, relationships, self-esteem, and personal growth.
I offer a compassionate, affirming approach that honors each person's unique journey. My expertise spans a wide range of concerns, including communication difficulties, social anxiety, life transitions, family dynamics, and personal identity exploration. I am particularly committed to creating a supportive environment for LGBTQ+ individuals, older adults, and those seeking a progressive, non-religious therapeutic space.
My therapeutic approach is deeply rooted in understanding individual experiences, whether you're dealing with workplace stress, relationship challenges, family conflicts, or personal growth obstacles. I strive to help clients develop stronger self-love, improve communication skills, and find meaningful connections in their lives.
I believe in empowering individuals to discover their inner strength, overcome barriers, and create more fulfilling lives. Together, we'll work collaboratively to address your specific needs and support your personal transformation.
Additional areas of focus: LGBT, Trauma and abuse, Grief, Intimacy-related issues, Eating disorders, Sleeping disorders, Career difficulties, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Coping with life changes, Coaching, Compassion fatigue, ADHD, Abandonment, Adoption and foster care, Aging and geriatric issues, Attachment issues, Blended family issues, Body image, Caregiver issues and stress, Codependency, Communication problems, Coping with natural or human-caused disaster, Divorce and separation, Emptiness, Family of origin issues, Family problems, Fatherhood issues, Fertility issues, First responder issues, Forgiveness, Guilt and shame, Infidelity, Isolation / loneliness, Jealousy, Life purpose, Midlife crisis, Veteran and Armed Forces Issues, Money and financial issues, Mood disorders, Panic disorder and panic attacks, Postpartum depression, Post-traumatic stress, Pregnancy and childbirth, Self-love, Social anxiety and phobia, Women's issues, Workplace issues
Clinical approaches: Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Gottman Method, Jungian Therapy, Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Narrative Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Internal Family Systems
IL LCPC 180.010653
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Dr. Hanson is very knowledgeable and puts great perspective on situations. She listens and understands.
Written on Mar 10, 2024 after therapy with Susan for 3 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, lgbt, relationship issues, family conflicts, intimacy-related issues, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, bipolar disorder, coping with life changes, compassion fatigue, and adhd
I think she is an amazing therapist and human being.
Written on Mar 16, 2023 after therapy with Susan for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, lgbt, relationship issues, family conflicts, and grief
Dr Hanson is a really good listener and has helped me in being able to navigate through the problems I was facing.
Written on Jan 29, 2023 after therapy with Susan for 3 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, grief, self esteem, and career difficulties
I've had 2 sessions so far, and I'm liking the
progress
Written on Jan 21, 2023 after therapy with Susan for 4 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, grief, and anger management
After our first session I can tell she genuinely cares for her clients and listens intentively to the conversation.
Written on Oct 17, 2022 after therapy with Susan for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, anger management, career difficulties, and coping with life changes
Listens well and good suggestions.
Written on Sep 12, 2022 after therapy with Susan for 2 weeks on issues concerning relationship issues, and anger management