- Men's wellbeing focus
- Practical homework tasks
- Values-based work
About Suzanne
Dr. Suzanne Degges-White is a licensed counselor who helps people facing stress, anxiety, depression, and relationship concerns. She works with men and others dealing with life transitions, self-esteem struggles, grief, addictions, and intimacy-related issues. Her style is supportive and direct, aimed at helping people make small changes that matter day to day.
She believes each person knows their story and brings strengths to the work. Change can be planned or sudden, and she offers steady support during both kinds of shifts. Her approach focuses on increasing a person's sense of empowerment so choices feel clearer and more doable.
In sessions she blends humanistic listening with practical tools. She may use cognitive behavioral ideas to notice and change unhelpful patterns. She also draws on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy to help people live by their values and on existential and Jungian ideas to explore meaning and identity.
Therapy often includes short homework tasks such as journaling or reading between sessions. These assignments are aimed at building habits and keeping progress steady. She tailors techniques to the concern at hand and to each person's pace.
Dr. Degges-White holds clinical licenses LCMHC and LCPC and brings 24 years of professional experience. She practices in Illinois and conducts sessions in English. To begin, clients complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule based on availability.
How therapy approaches guide online work
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people clarify what matters to them and take small, committed steps toward those values. It is useful when someone feels stuck or unsure what direction to take. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes listening and respect so a person can explore their thoughts and feelings at their own pace; it often builds trust and confidence. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on noticing unhelpful thinking and testing new behaviors to reduce symptoms like anxiety or low mood.Choosing the right approach is part of the work together. The therapist will talk with each person about goals, preferences, and what feels most helpful. Decisions about methods are collaborative and may shift as progress is made.
If you are considering online sessions, confirm the current session options before booking since formats are not specified here. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy schedule, allow shorter check-ins when time is limited, and remove travel time. Some people prefer being on camera while others choose phone-based conversations for a lower-bandwidth option. The therapist will discuss what works best and tailor the approach to the client's needs and daily life.
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Experience
24+ years
Credentials
Illinois, North Carolina, Indiana
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does this therapist address?
She works with a wide range of concerns including anxiety, depression, stress, grief, addictions, relationship and intimacy issues, self-esteem, parenting strain, and men's issues.
What is the general style of therapy?
The approach combines client-centered listening with practical strategies. Sessions may include goal setting, values work, and brief homework like journaling or readings.
How much experience does she have?
She has 24 years of professional experience helping people navigate life transitions, coping challenges, and relationship concerns.
What credentials and region are associated with this therapist?
She holds LCMHC and LCPC credentials and practices in Illinois.
Which languages are available for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with this therapist?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How are fees and billing handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I start a therapy relationship?
Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to the therapist's availability.