Susan Sheldon, LMFT
About me
I am licensed in California with 40 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with relationship issues, family conflicts, motivation, self esteem, confidence, & career difficulties. I also have experience working with coping with life changes. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process.
Professional experience
License information
CA LMFT 8629
Reviews
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She is very attentive, nice and judgement free! I feel like I can really talk to her about my life. Super helpful!
Written on Apr 12, 2026 after therapy with Susan for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, and coping with life changes
Susan is a wonderful person and a fantastic therapist.
Written on Apr 10, 2026 after therapy with Susan for 6 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, grief, and coping with life changes
Working with my therapist Susan has been one of the most impactful decisions I’ve made for my personal growth. She create a space that feels safe, grounded, and free of judgment, which makes it easier to be honest and do the real work.
What I appreciate most is her ability to challenge me in a constructive way while still being supportive. I’ve gained clarity, healthier coping tools, and a stronger understanding of myself. I genuinely feel more steady, self-aware, and confident because of our work together.
I highly recommend Susan to anyone looking for meaningful progress—not just surface-level conversations.
Written on Feb 26, 2026 after therapy with Susan for 5 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, self esteem, anger management, coping with life changes, coaching, compassion fatigue, and adhd
Susan is highly attentive and I found her at the right time. She has great availability for working people, but the top reason why I selected her for my therapy is because I can tell she is qualified, caring, and professional no matter what I bring up.
Written on Jan 16, 2026 after therapy with Susan for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, trauma and abuse, grief, self esteem, coping with life changes, and adhd
She’s caring , listens , points out some things that I need to work on
Written on Jan 02, 2026 after therapy with Susan for 3 months on issues concerning family conflicts, anger management, coping with life changes, and compassion fatigue
Very comfortable, knowledgeable, and kind.
Written on Jan 01, 2026 after therapy with Susan for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, self esteem, career difficulties, and coping with life changes