SUSAN HARWOOD MA, LPC
Susan is a dedicated professional counselor with specialized expertise in trauma, mindfulness, and solution-focused behavior therapy. She brings a compassionate, client-centered approach to her practice, creating a supportive and empathetic environment for individuals at every stage of their personal journey.
Susan has extensive experience working with youth, including children and young adults, who are navigating traumatic experiences, disabilities, and various mental health challenges. Her diverse caseload reflects her commitment to fostering resilience and self-efficacy in her clients. Drawing from a range of therapeutic modalities, Susan tailors her approach to each individual's unique needs, helping them build adaptive skills for improved well-being and life functioning.
“ I see therapy as a personal experience of healing, discovery, learning or resolution. I feel privileged to be able to work alongside individuals as they move through their unique journeys. I am dedicated to building strong therapeutic relationships with my clients, prioritizing trust and collaboration. I work with individuals to help them identify their personal goals, empowering them to achieve positive and lasting outcomes.”
Beyond her therapeutic practice, Susan is trained in victim assistance, providing both hotline support and emergency room advocacy. Her experience across multiple settings underscores her commitment to empowering individuals and families to achieve meaningful and sustainable growth. Susan is committed to her own personal growth as she continuously deepens her understanding of self, consciousness, and collective healing, allowing her to bring a rich perspective to her therapeutic practice.
Susan works with children, teenagers, and adults, bringing extensive experience in treating anxiety, depression, OCD, grief and loss, self-esteem challenges, women’s issues, family conflict, and couples and family counseling. She is skilled in supporting clients through sexual and gender identity exploration, behavioral concerns, and life transitions. Susan is dedicated to providing culturally sensitive care, ensuring that diverse populations feel seen and supported.
Susan takes a holistic and mindfulness approach to therapy. She draws from a range of therapeutic modalities, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness, Solution-Focused Therapy. By tailoring her methods to each client's unique needs, Susan empowers individuals to navigate challenges, build resilience, and create positive change in their lives.