Hi! And welcome! I am a licensed mental health counselor in Rhode Island with 14 years of professional work experience. I have extensive experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, depression, relationship issues, motivation, improving self-esteem and building confidence I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. I am here to support & empower you in that journey.
Additional areas of focus: Communication problems, Divorce and separation, Guilt and shame, Isolation / loneliness, Life purpose, Midlife crisis, Mood disorders, Narcissism, Panic disorder and panic attacks, Post-traumatic stress, Self-love, Social anxiety and phobia, Women's issues, Workplace issues
Clinical approaches: Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Psychodynamic Therapy
RI LMHC MHC00454
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Susan is amazing so helpful! Highly recommend!
Written on Nov 07, 2024 after therapy with Susan for 3 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, self esteem, and coping with life changes
Susan was prompt for my visit time and took the time to listen to all of my areas of concern. Susan provided active listening, empathetic responses and allowed me to recognize my strengths. Susan provided good insight regarding my concerns and some ideas on how to process my emotions. She took steps to help me move forward instead of being stuck in the past. I truly appreciate all of her support.
Written on Oct 21, 2024 after therapy with Susan for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, and intimacy-related issues
Only had one session so far but in that one session she seemed to perform her job well.
Written on Oct 21, 2024 after therapy with Susan for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, and anger management
Susan is a wonderful listener and provides helpful guidance and resources. I recommend her wholeheartedly!
Written on Oct 18, 2024 after therapy with Susan for 3 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, parenting issues, self esteem, career difficulties, and coaching
Susan is very attentive. We had 1 meeting and she was skillful in getting to the important things that I needed to convey.
Written on Aug 27, 2024 after therapy with Susan for 1 month on issues concerning depression, relationship issues, and intimacy-related issues
Susan has been very helpful at helping me find the answers I am looking for, without telling me what to do.
Written on Aug 13, 2024 after therapy with Susan for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, and coping with life changes