Hi I'm Suzi a licensed clinical professional counselor in the state of Illinois with 22 years experience working as a therapist, mentor and life coach. I have background working in a variety of settings including inpatient drug and alcohol treatment center, sexual abuse counseling and community mental health.
I have worked with people with wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, PTSD, grief and loss, relationship issues, career challenges and life changes. I have also counseled individuals and families with addictions, trauma and abuse.
My counseling style is genuine, compassionate and interactive. I believe in you and I will tailor our dialogue to meet your unique and specific needs.
I use a variety of therapeutic techniques including cognitive behavioral therapy, solution focused, holistic, client centered, trauma informed care to a diverse population.
It takes courage to take the first step towards change. I'm dedicated to walking with you on your journey and excited to see you progress.
I will help encourage you, motivate you, challenge you and empower you to live a happier life.
I look forward to connecting with you, call me today so we can get started.
Additional areas of focus: Abandonment, Antisocial personality, Attachment issues, Avoidant personality, Body image, Caregiver issues and stress, Chronic pain, illness, and disability, Co-morbidity, Codependency, Commitment issues, Communication problems, Control issues, Dependent personality, Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD), Divorce and separation, Drug and alcohol addiction, Eating and food-related issues, Emptiness, Family of origin issues, Family problems, Forgiveness, Guilt and shame, Hoarding, Impulsivity, Infidelity, Intellectual disability, Isolation / loneliness, Jealousy, Life purpose, Men's issues, Money and financial issues, Mood disorders, Narcissism, Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD, Panic disorder and panic attacks, Paranoia, Personality disorders, Phobias, Post-traumatic stress, Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), Self-harm, Self-love, Sexual assault and abuse, Social anxiety and phobia, Somatization, Women's issues, Workplace issues
Clinical approaches: Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Narrative Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy
IL LCPC 180.007079
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Suzi is great. Super helpful. Loved the experience with her & her support.
Written on Jun 21, 2023 after therapy with Suzanne for 1 month on issues concerning relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, and coping with life changes
Suzie is absolutely wonderful, and I truly appreciated being matched with her as my therapist. She's very compassionate, understanding, easy to talk with and open up to. One of the things that I appreciated most was Suzie never made me feel uncomfortable or judged at any point, which was one of my biggest concerns before starting therapy and why I was hesitant to begin in the first place. Another thing I enjoyed was how she celebrates the little successes of life along with me, some of which I didn't even identify myself as successes until she began to celebrate and cheer me on. I'm very thankful I took the step to start therapy and even more thankful to have been connected with Suzanne.
Written on Mar 08, 2023 after therapy with Suzanne for 7 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma and abuse, parenting issues, self esteem, and adhd
I was very comfortable talking with Suzanne and felt she understood me and my concerns
Written on Oct 30, 2022 after therapy with Suzanne for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, anger management, and coping with life changes
Suzanne Baer is the most thoughtful, patient, and empathetic therapist - I was blessed to be matched with her as I began my therapy journey. She listened, never judged, and uplifted me every step of the way. I am beyond grateful for all she has done to better my life and give me the confidence I needed to truly love myself and move beyond my past. Thank you Suzanne!
Written on Oct 21, 2022 after therapy with Suzanne for 2 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, and coaching
Amazing therapist who truly knows her stuff!
Written on Oct 16, 2022 after therapy with Suzanne for 3 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, grief, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and adhd
Suzi had been a joy to work with and I look forward to our calls. She has such a kind and confident presence. I really trust her guidance .
Written on Sep 30, 2022 after therapy with Suzanne for 1 month on issues concerning eating disorders