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Hi. My name is Susan Jarvis and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the states of Pennsylvania and Colorado. I have over 20 years of experience working with people struggling with mental heath issues. I have worked in environments that have allowed me to gain experience in a variety of mental health diagnoses and symptoms. I feel that my strongest attributes are compassion and a non-judgmental approach. I believe all people have strengths and are unique. Life is very difficult and we can all become lost at times. I absolutely believe there is hope.
I am a person who has had my own struggles with the challenges of life. I feel that without experiencing life's difficulties, how can I possibly understand my clients. I can empathize and help you to begin your journey to healing by gaining awareness and control. It does get better!
I utilize several therapeutic techniques in my practice, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness, Motivational Interviewing and Trauma-based Therapy. I am a compassionate and supportive therapist who truly cares for the people I'm working with.
I look forward to getting to know you working with you to find your way through this complicated journey of life.
Professional experience
23yrs in practice
Additional areas of focus:Addictions, LGBT, Relationship issues, Family conflicts, Intimacy-related issues, Eating disorders, Sleeping disorders, Parenting issues, Anger management, Self esteem, Career difficulties, Coping with life changes, Coaching, Compassion fatigue, ADHD, Abandonment, Aging and Geriatric Issues, Attachment Issues, Avoidant Personality, Blended Family Issues, Body Image, Cancer, Caregiver Issues and Stress, Chronic Pain Illness and Disability, Co-morbidity, Codependency, Commitment Issues, Communication Problems, Control Issues, Coping with Natural or Human-Caused Disaster, Dependent Personality, Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD), Dissociation, Divorce and Separation, Domestic Violence, Drug and Alcohol Addiction, Eating and Food-Related Issues, Emptiness, Expats, Family of Origin Issues, Family Problems, Fertility Issues, First Responder Issues, Forgiveness, Guilt and Shame, HIV / AIDS, Hoarding, Hospice and End of Life Counseling, Impulsivity, Infidelity, Intellectual Disability, Isolation/Loneliness, Jealousy, Life Purpose, Midlife Crisis, Money and Financial Issues, Mood Disorders, Multicultural Concerns, Narcissism, Obsessions, Compulsions, and OCD, Panic Disorder and Panic Attacks, Paranoia, Personality Disorders, Phobias, Polyamory / Nonmonogamous Relationships, Postpartum Depression, Post-traumatic Stress, Pregnancy and Childbirth, Prejudice and Discrimination, Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling), Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), Self-Harm, Self-Love, Sex Addiction, Sexual Assault and Abuse, Sexual Dysfunction, Sexuality, Social Anxiety and Phobia, Somatization, Traumatic Brain Injury, Trichotillomania, Visually Impaired, Women's Issues, Workplace Issues, Young Adult Issues
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i love susan so much. she helped me though a very traumatic relationship.
Written on Feb 08, 2023 after therapy with Susan for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, eating disorders, sleeping disorders, and anger management
I believe she absolutely cares about my well being.
Written on Jan 20, 2023 after therapy with Susan for 4 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and compassion fatigue
Professional, attentive, kind and open-hearted. Thank you.
Written on Jan 09, 2023 after therapy with Susan for 1 year and 4 months on issues concerning depression, self esteem, and anger management
She is amazing. Susan is understanding and listens well to provide helpful advice and counsel. She has a positive perspective and is encouraging. She takes the time to make sure your needs are addressed. She also has a non judgmental approach which is certainly appreciated. I would recommend Susan to anyone looking for a supportive therapist.
Written on Dec 31, 2022 after therapy with Susan for 1 year and 9 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, self esteem, and career difficulties
Susan is amazing! She listens, she probes, and she doesn't let me hide behind humor as a defense. I appreciate the accountability, respect, and empathy!
Written on Dec 10, 2022 after therapy with Susan for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, eating disorders, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, coping with life changes, and compassion fatigue
She’s awesome and great .
Written on Oct 23, 2022 after therapy with Susan for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, self esteem, and adhd
This is my first time utilizing therapy resources ever so I was initially hesitant but the Better Help app is really easy to use and my time with Susan has been a really great experience! She listens well, provides helpful feedback and asks questions to get deeper into areas to get help give some direction or others to work on. My sessions have been constructive and pleasant an I would recommend her for any first time or long people looking for a counselor. Thank you Susan!
Written on Oct 07, 2022 after therapy with Susan for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, and coping with life changes
I was apprehensive to talk to someone as I've had negative experiences in the past. Susan has been great and she has make me feel valued.
Written on Oct 04, 2022 after therapy with Susan for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, sleeping disorders, parenting issues, and anger management
She is the best! Helps me in every aspect!
Written on Sep 27, 2022 after therapy with Susan for 5 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, anger management, and coping with life changes
Susan is so kind, genuinely encouraging and an intentional listener. She has helped me through so many different seasons of life, from creating boundaries to protect my relationships and my mental health - to supporting me through difficulties in my marriage and in the workplace. She affirms my feelings, validates my situation and encourages me in who I am along with the decisions I can make/do make. She doesn’t rush me along to the next thing but helps me look at the good, while offering hope for the future days to come. When I needed encouragement and support the most, she provides that and takes the time to ask me good questions to understand me more and more. She is patient with the process and is compassionate with me even when I’m stuck. I’ve never been so thankful for such consistent support and encouragement. Thank you, Susan. You make a difference in my life and in the lives of people around me, whether they know it or not. ❤️
Written on Sep 14, 2022 after therapy with Susan for 1 year and 4 months on issues concerning family conflicts, grief, parenting issues, self esteem, coping with life changes, and compassion fatigue
"I trust her implicitly" - NRB
Written on Sep 06, 2022 after therapy with Susan for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, lgbt, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, bipolar disorder, coping with life changes, coaching, compassion fatigue, and adhd
Susan is very kind, understanding, and supportive. I appreciate her guidance and support
Written on Aug 27, 2022 after therapy with Susan for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, grief, sleeping disorders, anger management, career difficulties, and compassion fatigue
Susan Jarvis is a special kind of therapist. One who has done work on herself and is now able to help others. Her genuine care comes through the telephone, rests on your should and says, " it will be alright, we will slow step this together." Thank you, Susan. I am so glad I met you along the journey
Written on Aug 20, 2022 after therapy with Susan for 2 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, and coping with life changes
Susan is great! I find our chats very helpful
Written on Aug 17, 2022 after therapy with Susan for 1 year and 5 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, intimacy-related issues, and parenting issues
Susan has been a great help talking me through my current overwhelmed life. She listens and gives me ideas to work through issues. Thank you!
Written on Jul 12, 2022 after therapy with Susan for 3 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, self esteem, and coping with life changes
I enjoy working with Susan. She asks appropriate questions and takes the time to get to know me. Journaling has also been a wonderful tool for her to "see" and understand my thoughts. I look forward to going deeper into the areas of concern with her.
Written on Jul 09, 2022 after therapy with Susan for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, grief, and parenting issues
Grateful for Ms Jarvis
Written on Apr 25, 2022 after therapy with Susan for 2 months on issues concerning relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, self esteem, coping with life changes, and adhd
Susan is great.
Written on Apr 18, 2022 after therapy with Susan for 3 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, sleeping disorders, self esteem, anger management, and adhd
Susan has helped me through many things, including new mental health diagnoses and illnesses. She related to me and talking to her felt like a good friend. She understood where I was coming from on different issues, and helped me to think differently about my diagnoses and different things in general. I have had many therapists over the years, but no one has been as great as Susan!
Written on Apr 13, 2022 after therapy with Susan for 10 months on issues concerning self esteem, bipolar disorder, and adhd
I absolutely love her. Susan is open-minded, straight forward, and always seems to know when I have hit a point where its too much and will change the subject.
Written on Apr 06, 2022 after therapy with Susan for 7 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, and sleeping disorders
Susan is very kind and attentive. I feel she understands me and my issues and offers the best counsel she can for my concerns. I would recommend her to anyone.
Written on Mar 26, 2022 after therapy with Susan for 9 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, lgbt, self esteem, and career difficulties
Susan is very relatable and easy to talk to. She has helped me gain greater clarity and perspective as well as given me useful to tools to take with me outside of therapy!
Written on Mar 20, 2022 after therapy with Susan for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, parenting issues, self esteem, career difficulties, and bipolar disorder
Susan Jarvis is a gem. I have had some unpleasant experiences with therapy in the past, but it was easy to engage with her. She seems confident and relaxed in here experience, and she knew just what to say/ask at the right time to help me move through some old trauma that was still affecting my life. I really appreciate her help and I'm glad to have had a positive experience with a therapist.
Written on Feb 01, 2022 after therapy with Susan for 4 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma and abuse, and intimacy-related issues
She has been very helpful with calming my anxiety and helping me get back to normal!
Written on Dec 16, 2021 after therapy with Susan for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety
It was very easy to build rapport and trust with Susan. She is totally engaged with me during session. I always feel respected, heard, and cared for. She is insightful and able to quickly decipher the core issues. Her ability to help me see reality and speak truth to me is exceptional. Her personable and down to earth demeanor also makes me feel at ease and comfortable. I highly recommend her as a therapist!!
Written on Nov 03, 2021 after therapy with Susan for 2 months on issues concerning depression, relationship issues, grief, and coping with life changes
Susan is incredible. I feel heard for the first time in a long time.
Written on Nov 03, 2021 after therapy with Susan for 3 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, eating disorders, self esteem, coping with life changes, and adhd
I like how Susan is helping me and listening for my need and giving me advice. She always exceeds expectation and set new goals every week to do before our counseling session.
Written on Sep 08, 2021 after therapy with Susan for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, grief, eating disorders, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, coping with life changes, coaching, and compassion fatigue
Susan has been very supportive of me and everhtbing I want to do for myself. She listens to me and responds after thinking thoroughly. She makes me feel like she truly cares about me and everything I have gone through and am currently going through. I would recommend her if you are new to therapy and are concerned with your perception from someone else. She will make you feel at ease and help with your anxiety. I look forward to our future sessions.
Written on Aug 25, 2021 after therapy with Susan for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, grief, eating disorders, sleeping disorders, and coping with life changes
Susan has great experience and speak truth with compassion and practical advice. She's a great counselor and is helping me tremendously!
Written on Aug 10, 2021 after therapy with Susan for 2 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, and parenting issues
Just started therapy with Susan, and I have to say that I think it will be a good fit. She listens without judgement, has been through it all herself.. so she’s able to actually give you good advice. I was ready to give up on therapy, until I came on better help and got matched with her. Looking forward to the future with therapy.
Written on Jul 06, 2021 after therapy with Susan for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, eating disorders, sleeping disorders, self esteem, anger management, and coping with life changes
I have been blessed to be meeting with Susan for approximately three weeks and several sessions. Susan is wonderful. She is kind, supportive and also listens with great care. She gives good suggestions and also has been helpful in helping the body and mind connection. Yes I do see her for grief therapy, however she is knowledgeable about foods that help boost seratonin levels that have also helped complement the medication from my doctor. Susan is first class!
Written on Jul 05, 2021 after therapy with Susan for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, and coping with life changes
Susan was extremely attentive to my needs and made sure to bring her full self to my sessions. She was very intentional about listening to my needs and asking the right questions; so much so that she has continually followed up to check in on my current status. Susan is an invaluable counselor and I would recommend her to anyone needing support.
Written on Jun 29, 2021 after therapy with Susan for 2 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, career difficulties, coping with life changes, compassion fatigue, and adhd
She is great. She is a good listener and she makes me feel like im not talking to a therapist im talking to a person who cares about me. She has good advice and is a great therapist
Written on May 12, 2021 after therapy with Susan for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, anger management, and adhd
Working with Susan has been extremely beneficial. She gets to the heart of problems quickly, and helps to realize your own answers and change your perspectives through questioning. It didn't take many sessions with her to resolve some of my more recent issues, and some more deep seated ones. Great therapist, professional and kind
Written on May 06, 2021 after therapy with Susan for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, intimacy-related issues, and career difficulties
Susan asks the right questions and gets right to the point. I feel that she cares and I feel confident healing with her.
Written on Apr 24, 2021 after therapy with Susan for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, lgbt, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, and adhd
Susan is very knowledgeable and she is consistent with her follow-through.
Written on Apr 14, 2021 after therapy with Susan for 2 months on issues concerning addictions
I sincerely have never worked with such a great doctor! Dr. Susan Jarvis compassionate, a gifted doctor and patient. She can sincerely relate to most peoples problems. Her experience really shows up in every session. Dr. Jarvis is a fantastic! Susan Jarvis is worth every penny and so much more.
Written on Apr 02, 2021 after therapy with Susan for 1 month on issues concerning addictions, and eating disorders
Listens well, guides you through the process instead of controlling it and very understanding.
Written on Mar 10, 2021 after therapy with Susan for 3 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, and coaching
Susan listened to my concerns, anxieties, and over all issues.
Written on Feb 24, 2021 after therapy with Susan for 4 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, and self esteem
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