Susan DeHaan, LCSW
About me
I'm a LIcensed Clinical Social Worker with over thirty years experience working in a variety of counseling settings and hospitals with adults, children and families who are experiencing a wide range of issues and problems. During our first meeting, you can expect a brief review of information you've already provided about your personal history and current circumstances and to discuss your reasons for seeking counseling along with the goals you'd like to achieve (if known). Based on the information you provide, we'll develope an agreed upon strategy for obtaining these goals. In addtion, most of the time, at the end of our first meeting, I can give you an estimate of the number of meetings it will take to get there.
I have Bachelor's Degress in Psychology and Sociology and a Master's Degree in Social Work. I have taught in my profession at the undergraduate and graduate levels, am an approved Clinical Intern Supervisor and have been a fully licensed clinician for decades. I strive to assist all those who work with me in resolving the issues that have brought them to counseling to ensure they feel benefited by the experience.
Professional experience
Additional areas of focus: Relationship issues, Family conflicts, Trauma and abuse, Intimacy-related issues, Parenting issues, Self esteem, Career difficulties, Compassion fatigue, Co-morbidity, Divorce and separation, Eating and food-related issues, Family problems, Isolation / loneliness, Life purpose, Midlife crisis, Mood disorders, Phobias, Social anxiety and phobia
Clinical approaches: Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy
License information
UT LCSW 12835659 - 3501
CA LCSW LCSW9534
NV LCSW 5607-C
ID LCSW LCSW-452
Reviews
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Susan is the best!!! She has really help me cope with my life’s difficulties and channel my energy towards positive things in my life
Written on Aug 07, 2024 after therapy with Susan for 6 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, parenting issues, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, coaching, compassion fatigue, and adhd
She is a fantastic and understanding individual who truly listens and gives actionable advice. I’ve only had two sessions and I truly feel I’m coming out each session feeling lighter and better about my journey to heal and grow as a person.
Written on Jul 25, 2024 after therapy with Susan for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, self esteem, and coping with life changes
It’s been a blessing to find Susan. She is amazing.
Written on Jul 12, 2024 after therapy with Susan for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, coping with life changes, coaching, and adhd
She is the best caring, helpful, dependable, and makes you think which I really appreciate. I would recommend her to anyone seeking better help
Written on Jun 11, 2024 after therapy with Susan for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, self esteem, and anger management
Susan is a very respectful, insightful, and supportive person. She has a wide range of wisdom and experience in many different areas of the field and I feel confident she is guiding me in an appropriate approach to meet my goals and regulate my emotions.
Written on Jun 06, 2024 after therapy with Susan for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, parenting issues, career difficulties, bipolar disorder, coping with life changes, and compassion fatigue
She saved my life in the darkest moments and holds me accountable which I need and respect
Written on Jun 04, 2024 after therapy with Susan for 1 year and 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, self esteem, coping with life changes, and adhd