As a licensed therapist serving Massachusetts and Virginia, I specialize in supporting individuals navigating complex emotional landscapes. My approach centers on creating a compassionate, affirming space where clients can explore their unique challenges and strengths. I have extensive experience working with diverse populations, with a particular focus on addressing stress, anxiety, depression, and relationship dynamics.
My therapeutic practice is deeply rooted in understanding individual experiences, especially for LGBTQ+ individuals, those struggling with social anxiety, and people working through life transitions. I'm committed to helping clients develop self-love, improve communication, and overcome feelings of isolation or disconnection.
Drawing from evidence-based practices, I support clients in addressing a wide range of concerns—from workplace stress and interpersonal challenges to personal growth and healing. My goal is to empower you to build resilience, gain insight, and create meaningful change at your own pace.
I approach each therapeutic relationship with genuine empathy, respect, and a belief in your inherent capacity for growth and transformation. Together, we'll work collaboratively to help you navigate your unique journey toward emotional well-being.
Professional experience
10 yrs in practice
Stress and anxiety LGBTQ+ related issues Relationship issues Depression Concentration, memory and focus (ADHD)
Additional areas of focus:Coping with addictions, Family conflicts, Trauma and abuse, Coping with grief and loss, Intimacy related issues, Sleeping disorders, Parenting issues, Anger management, Motivation, self esteem, and confidence, Career difficulties, Bipolar disorder, Coping with life changes, Executive and professional coaching, Compassion fatigue, Abandonment, Adoption and foster care, Aging and geriatric issues, Attachment issues, Avoidant personality, BDSM, kink, and alternative sex culture, 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, Drug and alcohol addiction, Emptiness, Family of origin issues, Family problems, Fatherhood issues, First responder issues, Forgiveness, Gender dysphoria, Guilt and shame, HIV / AIDS, Hoarding, Immigration issues, Impulsivity, Infidelity, Intellectual disability, Isolation / loneliness, Jealousy, Life purpose, Midlife crisis, Veteran and Armed Forces Issues, Money and financial issues, Mood disorders, Multicultural concerns, Narcissism, Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD, Panic disorder and panic attacks, Paranoia, Phobias, Polyamory / non-monogamous relationships, Postpartum depression, Post-traumatic stress, Prejudice and discrimination, Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling), Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), Self-love, Sex addiction, Sexual assault and abuse, Sexuality, Smoking / vaping cessation, Social anxiety and phobia, Trichotillomania, Visually impaired, Women's issues, Workplace issues
These quotes represent just a few of the many positive reviews that we have received for Suzanne Macaluso. 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.
Amazing human and therapist. Don't know where my life would be right now if it weren't for her. She deserves an award for her compassion
Written on Jul 10, 2026 after therapy with Suzanne for 2 years on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, lgbt, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, grief, self esteem, anger management, bipolar disorder, coping with life changes, and adhd
Suzanne really listens and understands what I am going through. I love talking to her!
Written on Jun 15, 2026 after therapy with Suzanne for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, self esteem, career difficulties, and adhd
Suzanne has been absolutely wonderful to work with. She is welcoming and makes me feel safe. She gives me resources and things to work on in my own time which I really appreciate. She is helping me better understand the why behind my emotions and helping me develop skills to cope with those big emotions! Would highly recommend her!
Written on May 31, 2026 after therapy with Suzanne for 2 months on issues concerning family conflicts, self esteem, and bipolar disorder
Suzanne had been amazing since our first session! She listens, remembers details from past sessions, and fully supports me!
Written on Apr 07, 2026 after therapy with Suzanne for 3 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and adhd
What a wonderful person and experienced therapist. She always holds me accountable in a kind way that has helped me grow as a person. She really helps me to help myself and always with understanding and the right touch of humor and humanity. I highly recommend her, especially if you're dual diagnosis.
Written on Feb 20, 2026 after therapy with Suzanne for 1 year and 3 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, self esteem, bipolar disorder, coping with life changes, coaching, compassion fatigue, and adhd
Very knowledgeable, she has a lot of experience.
Written on Dec 19, 2025 after therapy with Suzanne for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, grief, intimacy-related issues, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, and coping with life changes
Suzanne is an extremely kind and helpful person. She listens and you can tell that she truly cares about what you are going through. She give great advice and has opened my eyes to things that I never realized about my self and my relationship with my husband. She has helped me calm my self in situations that normally would spiral out of controle. Im thankfully for her expertise. She is an amazing therapist.
Written on Nov 16, 2025 after therapy with Suzanne for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, self esteem, anger management, compassion fatigue, and adhd
Suzanne is a wonderful therapist, she is very professional.
Written on Nov 06, 2025 after therapy with Suzanne for 2 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, lgbt, relationship issues, family conflicts, self esteem, and coping with life changes
Suzanne is an incredibly kind, compassionate, and inclusive therapist. She takes the time to truly understand your perspective and ensures you feel included and supported throughout your sessions. I never once felt judged or that my issues were made light of—she treats everyone with genuine respect and care. Suzanne is welcoming to people from all walks of life and is knowledgeable about supporting the LGBTQ+ community. She’s also very skilled at using the BetterHelp platform, which makes the online experience seamless. I couldn’t recommend her more highly!
Written on Oct 31, 2025 after therapy with Suzanne for 7 months on issues concerning addictions, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, sleeping disorders, anger management, bipolar disorder, and coaching
She’s thoughtful, caring, insightful, and has guided me through some powerful storms this past year. Super grateful for her!
Written on Oct 24, 2025 after therapy with Suzanne for 8 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, and lgbt
Suzanne has been wonderful.
Written on Oct 01, 2025 after therapy with Suzanne for 3 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, lgbt, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, career difficulties, and adhd
She was a logical lifeline in a hectic storm
Written on Sep 23, 2025 after therapy with Suzanne for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, coping with life changes, and adhd
Suzanne continues to support me. She is always kind & respectful., although I realize she must have a huge amount of clients she serves, she always makes me feel as if I’m her only client at any given time. She has helped me to reframe thoughts and actions in a positive and challenging way. She is so knowledgeable and professional. I am very grateful for our relationship.
Written on Sep 22, 2025 after therapy with Suzanne for 2 years on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, and self esteem
Suzanne is an incredible listener and very easy to talk with. Incredibly resourceful and direct.
Makes therapy a breeze. Highly recommend.
Written on Sep 10, 2025 after therapy with Suzanne for 4 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma and abuse, and adhd
First time joining therapy and she made it feel very normal and allowed for a safe space to share my thoughts.
Written on Sep 08, 2025 after therapy with Suzanne for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, lgbt, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, and self esteem
Great listener and she has a lot of tips and exercises to help you outside of sessions.
Written on Aug 20, 2025 after therapy with Suzanne for 1 month on issues concerning depression, relationship issues, and coping with life changes
The previous therapists I had made me feel like they didn't listen to me and they made me feel like I was a burden almost. I really appreciate that Suzanne listens to me and goes through practices with me and makes me feel both seen and heard. She is more than exceptional therapist she is the BEST at what she does and I really appreciate her for the continuous work she does for me.
Written on Aug 04, 2025 after therapy with Suzanne for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, sleeping disorders, parenting issues, anger management, bipolar disorder, and coping with life changes
Amazing therapist, truly the best!
Written on Jul 31, 2025 after therapy with Suzanne for 1 year and 5 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, self esteem, and coping with life changes
I’ve only had one session so far but it felt very real and authentic. I didn’t experience that overly professional/robotic interaction like I have with other therapists. I felt seen and heard and so far I’m really enjoying my experience!
Written on Jul 10, 2025 after therapy with Suzanne for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, eating disorders, self esteem, coping with life changes, and adhd
Joined BetterHelp a couple weeks ago and connected with Suzanne on my very first call! She understands the type of guy I am and is very supportive in my situation! Truly is one of the best feelings to speak out my mind with her!
Written on Jun 30, 2025 after therapy with Suzanne for 2 weeks on issues concerning relationship issues, self esteem, and anger management
Down to earth ad full of patience.
Written on Jun 26, 2025 after therapy with Suzanne for 9 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, lgbt, relationship issues, grief, self esteem, anger management, coping with life changes, and adhd
Suzanne is amazing. She listens, makes me super comfortable, my feelings are validated and she provides me with educational material as follow up. Already helping me.
Written on Jun 05, 2025 after therapy with Suzanne for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, family conflicts, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, self esteem, career difficulties, and compassion fatigue
I always enjoy meeting with Suzanne! She is friendly, insightful, knowledgeable, and down-to-earth. An all around great therapist!
Written on Apr 17, 2025 after therapy with Suzanne for 3 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, parenting issues, self esteem, career difficulties, and coping with life changes
Amazing therapist !
Written on Apr 15, 2025 after therapy with Suzanne for 7 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and adhd
Suzanne is a fantastic therapist who has helped me developed skills and habits to better my life in many regards.
Written on Apr 07, 2025 after therapy with Suzanne for 2 months
Suzanne, has been very helpful and understanding and puts you at ease to open up.
Written on Apr 02, 2025 after therapy with Suzanne for 1 month on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, and coping with life changes
Suzanne did such an amazing job at such an incredibly low point in my life. She helped me see things for what they were, and instead of just listening, she gave honest feedback which I always appreciated. Suzanne’s approach with professionalism, life experience, and her great sense of humor did a lot for me when it felt I didn't have much.
Written on Dec 08, 2024 after therapy with Suzanne for 11 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, and bipolar disorder
Suzanne is great, give her at least two-three sessions before making a judgement call. I received better and better help over time as she got to know me.
Written on Nov 07, 2024 after therapy with Suzanne for 4 weeks on issues concerning depression, addictions, family conflicts, intimacy-related issues, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, and adhd
Everything has been great with Suzanne
Written on Oct 29, 2024 after therapy with Suzanne for 10 months on issues concerning depression, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, and self esteem
Very much appreciated working with Suzanne in off boarding a work situation and talking through moving on from it. She was very helpful and offered wonderful tools.
Written on Sep 23, 2024 after therapy with Suzanne for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, grief, anger management, coping with life changes, coaching, compassion fatigue, and adhd
Great therapist. Listens well and truly hears you. Great at being supportive but also at hearing what you're not saying and pointing out areas that need work in a constructive way.
Written on May 25, 2024 after therapy with Suzanne for 3 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, lgbt, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, self esteem, anger management, bipolar disorder, compassion fatigue, and adhd
Suzanne is empathetic, kind, and provides thoughtful insight during hard times! She’s always on time and professional, i highly recommend her!
Written on Apr 30, 2024 after therapy with Suzanne for 1 month on issues concerning trauma and abuse, eating disorders, self esteem, and career difficulties
she is such a blessing in my life and helps me target things that i need to alter within my day to day and mental health, in the best way. she provides the sweetest support and comforting feedback. the care and compassion she provides makes me feel heard and seen. thankful to have met her <3
Written on Feb 21, 2024 after therapy with Suzanne for 5 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, and coping with life changes
She's very understanding and listens well. Has great insights. Very happy to be her patient!!
Written on Jan 31, 2024 after therapy with Suzanne for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, lgbt, self esteem, and adhd
She's great. Understanding and asks thought provoking questions to better yourself!
Written on Jan 23, 2024 after therapy with Suzanne for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, and stress, anxiety
Suzanne has been most helpful so far. I look forward to continuing to work with her.
Written on Dec 05, 2023 after therapy with Suzanne for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, lgbt, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, and coping with life changes
She responds well and is exactly what I’m looking for
Written on Oct 19, 2023 after therapy with Suzanne for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, self esteem, and anger management
I’ve felt a nice balance in being able to tell my story and being guided to reflect.
Written on Aug 16, 2023 after therapy with Suzanne for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, and self esteem
I"ve only met with Suzanne twice, but because I have plenty of experience in therapy I feel I have a sense of how she is as a therapist--or at least how she is interpersonally.
I really really REALLY like that she is assertive enough to overcome my sometimes stream of consciousness communication (I think out loud and have a lot going on). At the same time she's a GREAT listener.
I really sense she's quite competent and experienced. I hope I can continue with her longer term
I think she's flexible as well. I like her eclectic-seeming approach. Finally, she's a really good communicator, She touches base with me briefly (not obtrusive at all, and I"m sure it'd be fine if I didn't reply) during the week a few days before. ANd priot to that, when we had some scheduling snafus that weren't on her but on BetterHelp, she was very proactive.
For me, that results in feeling "held" by a therapist as I am on my healing/personal growth journey. It's good to feel someone /a therapist along with you and it also feels caring.
I'm almost afraid to review her so positively (joking) because then she'll book up more! Truly a joke though
Written on Aug 15, 2023 after therapy with Suzanne for 2 weeks on issues concerning trauma and abuse, grief, sleeping disorders, self esteem, and coping with life changes
Just recently started therapy, She is great
Written on Jul 31, 2023 after therapy with Suzanne for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, and family conflicts
Suzanne is amazing. From the first time we met and talked, I felt like she immediately understood me. She’s a great listener, validates my feelings, provides quality insight and resources. I’m very happy we matched and am eager to see the continued progress I can make on myself through her help.
Written on Jul 27, 2023 after therapy with Suzanne for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, self esteem, and adhd
Suzanne, when I think of her, is consistent, honest, and guiding in the way she approaches the work. She has just the right level of experience to make her such an asset to anyone managing challenges in today's society. I give her the HIGHEST marks possible for her role as a therapist in my life.
Written on Jul 24, 2023 after therapy with Suzanne for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, grief, self esteem, coping with life changes, and adhd
Kind, smart, caring, helpful--Suzanne is just what I want in a therapist.
Written on Jul 18, 2023 after therapy with Suzanne for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, and coping with life changes
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