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Dr. Susan Frauenholtz, LCSW, LISW

Stress, Anxiety Trauma, Abuse Grief Self esteem, Motivation Coping with life changes
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About me

Welcome -

Have you been overwhelmed by life's demands recently? Would you like to feel more confident in relationships and comfortable in your own skin? Are you finding it difficult to cope with change and loss? Reaching out for support is a big first step. As a licensed clinician in Iowa and Virginia with two decades of experience, I will work collaboratively with you as a partner to explore solutions and help you reach your goals.

My approach to counseling is to create a space that feels safe, nonjudgmental, and welcoming. I am very strengths-based and tailor my approach to your individual needs and preferences. The focus of my practice is working with women on concerns including anxiety, self-esteem, depression, grief and loss, life changes, and relational challenges. In addition, I am certified in Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and can support you in resolving previous trauma and moving forward to greater fulfillment and joy.

I look forward to hearing from you.

Professional experience

20yrs in practice
Stress, Anxiety Trauma, Abuse Grief Self esteem, Motivation Coping with life changes

Additional areas of focus: Addictions, LGBT, Relationship issues, Family conflicts, Eating disorders, Sleeping disorders, Parenting issues, Anger management, Career difficulties, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Compassion fatigue, ADHD, Cancer, Caregiver issues and stress, Forgiveness, Life purpose, Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), Self-love, Women's issues

Clinical approaches: Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing, Narrative Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy

Services offered

Video
Phone
Live Chat
Messaging

License information

UT LCSW 13834085-3501

VA LCSW 0904015073

IA LISW 06146

Reviews

These quotes represent just a few of the many positive reviews that we have received for Dr. Susan Frauenholtz. 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.

I’ve come a long way with my anxiety thanks to Dr. Fauenholtz. She validates my feelings and helps me find solutions to best care for myself. I greatly appreciate her!

Written on Jul 10, 2024 after therapy with Susan for 2 years and 5 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, and relationship issues

Fantastic, I have no words to explain the feeling of validation and security I have post-session with her. I've told her she is a bouy during these difficult times of grief.

Written on May 21, 2024 after therapy with Susan for 1 year and 11 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, and compassion fatigue

She is FABULOUS

Written on Dec 19, 2023 after therapy with Susan for 2 years and 6 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, sleeping disorders, self esteem, and career difficulties

Dr. Frauenholtz is truly amazing, compassionate, intelligent and caring. She has helped me realize so much and build on tools I already had to bring me to a place of better understanding. She is funny and so relatable and listens remarkably well. I’m so glad I met her.

Written on Aug 04, 2023 after therapy with Susan for 2 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, coping with life changes, compassion fatigue, and adhd

She has been fantastic and doesn’t judge me. She hasn’t just provided the usual “fixes” most therapists do. She provides help that caters to my situation

Written on Jun 04, 2023 after therapy with Susan for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, self esteem, and coping with life changes

Dr Frauenholtz has been an amazing help in my mental health journey. She’s shown me ways to challenge my thinking and re learn how to approach situations and people in my life.

Written on Apr 27, 2023 after therapy with Susan for 2 months on issues concerning self esteem