- Practical support
- Nonjudgmental space
- Goal focused
About Susan
Susan Cooper is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in New Mexico with 20 years of experience. She aims to create an open, nonjudgmental space where people can talk about difficult thoughts and feelings. Susan emphasizes practical support and encouragement as clients take steps toward change.
She works with people facing stress, anxiety, grief, depression, and eating concerns. Susan also helps when life changes feel overwhelming, including career shifts, parenting strain, sleep problems, and compassion fatigue. Addictions, relationship concerns, self-esteem, anger, and bipolar-related challenges are also within her areas of focus.
Susan pays attention to specific life histories that affect mental health. She addresses issues such as abandonment, adoption and foster care, attachment concerns, and blended family adjustments. She is experienced with aging and geriatric matters, caregiver stress, chronic illness and pain, and cancer-related emotional strain.
Her long practice has included work with people who have neurodevelopmental and personality differences, including autism and Asperger syndrome, avoidant and antisocial patterns, and co-occurring conditions. She also supports those dealing with body image, codependency, commitment worries, and related relational stressors.
Susan believes change starts with small, concrete steps. She partners with each person to set achievable goals and tries to keep sessions focused and understandable. Prospective clients should confirm current session options before booking.
How therapeutic methods translate to online work
Evidence-based therapeutic techniques focus on clear strategies and practical steps rather than jargon. One common approach used in evidence-based work is brief problem-solving and skills coaching, which helps people break down worries into manageable actions and practice new coping skills for stress, anxiety, or sleep issues. Another frequently used method is supportive talk therapy, which centers on listening, validation, and helping the client make decisions about next steps during life transitions and grief.Choosing the right approach is part of the work itself. The therapist will collaborate with each person to identify which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences. That means checking in about what helps, adapting techniques over time, and jointly deciding when to try different strategies.
Practical benefits of online work include easier fitting of sessions into a busy day and reducing travel time so sessions can happen during a lunch break or between appointments. Online options can also make short check-ins simpler and let people connect with licensed professionals even when they are not in the same location. Because session formats were not specified in the biography, confirm current options before booking so you know whether video, phone, or other arrangements are available.
Areas of focus
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does Susan commonly help with?
Susan works with stress, anxiety, grief, depression, eating concerns, and addictions. She also supports people managing career changes, parenting strain, sleep problems, and compassion fatigue.
How would you describe her therapeutic style?
Sessions focus on an open, nonjudgmental conversation and practical steps. She aims to empower people by setting clear, achievable goals and offering steady support.
What is her professional background?
She has 20 years of professional experience working with varied mental health and life concerns. Her practice has covered long-term struggles and acute life changes.
What are her credentials and where is she based?
She holds an LCSW and is licensed in New Mexico. Her credential is listed as LCSW.
Can sessions be conducted in other languages or internationally?
Sessions are offered in English. Susan does accept international clients.
Which session formats are available?
Session formats are not specified in the biography. Confirm current session options with the provider before booking.
How is cost handled for therapy?
Cost varies with location and therapist arrangements; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time. Prospective clients should review pricing details when they sign up.
What should I do to start working with her?
Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability. That process helps match needs and preferences before your first session.