- Focus on young people
- Evidence-based techniques
- Calm practical support
About Susan
Susan Clark is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) based in California with nine years of professional experience. She focuses on stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, self-esteem, and ADHD. Her work often centers on young people navigating difficult experiences and early intervention that aims to build resilience.
Susan tailors evidence-based therapeutic techniques to each person. She keeps sessions straightforward and age-appropriate so clients can make steady progress. She aims to make therapy feel comfortable and, when it fits, even a bit lighter so young people feel seen and heard. Susan emphasizes early intervention because adolescence is a key time for change. She works to help clients build skills they can use long after sessions end. Her approach focuses on practical steps that promote healing and growth. She offers a calm, encouraging presence and a clear plan for moving forward. The goal is steady improvement and stronger coping tools, no matter how small the first steps may feel.
Approaches that guide online work
Evidence-based therapeutic techniques focus on practical strategies and skills. That can include short-term skill building for anxiety and stress - teaching breathing, grounding, and planning techniques to manage overwhelming moments. It also covers trauma-informed methods that emphasize safety, pacing, and gradual work through difficult memories so clients can regain a sense of control.Finding the right approach is part of the process. The therapist will collaborate with each person to figure out what fits their goals, needs, and comfort level. Treatment is adjusted over time based on what is helping and what needs change.
Session formats are not specified in the provided biography, so please confirm current options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into busy lives by letting sessions be scheduled around school, work, or caregiving duties. It can also allow shorter check-ins when a full session is not needed, and reduce travel time so more consistent attendance is possible. Licensed professionals can help clients shape a plan that fits daily life and supports steady progress.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Experience
9+ years
Credentials
California
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does Susan commonly address?
She works with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, self-esteem, and ADHD, and also helps with related issues like concentration, motivation, and coping with loss.
What is her general therapy style?
She uses straightforward, evidence-based approaches tailored to each person and keeps sessions age-appropriate and practical.
How much clinical experience does she have?
Susan has nine years of professional work experience as a licensed clinician in California.
What credentials and location are listed?
She is a California Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) and practices in California.
Which languages are offered in sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the U.S. work with her?
She is not accepting international clients at this time.
How does pricing and billing work?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability, and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What are the steps to begin therapy?
Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule sessions according to therapist availability.