Susan Lane
Susan Lane
(she/her)
Are you facing emotional exhaustion? Whether you’re navigating a short-term challenge or seeking to dive deep into longstanding patterns, I offer a gentle, fast, and holistic approach to healing. My work addresses heartbreak, confusion, inner child work, grief, trauma, toxic family dynamics, breakups, relationship issues, narcissistic abuse recovery, major life transitions, car accidents, illness-related challenges, or just needing someone to help work through issues. Many of my clients come to me after trying traditional talk therapy that felt too surface-level or slow. They’re seeking something deeper—something that truly connects the mind, body, spirit, and emotions. My integrative approach combines evidence-based practices (CBT, solution-focused strategies) with holistic methods like writing, breathwork, customized meditation, and somatic processing. It’s holistic, real, and focused on genuine, upfront conversations to create meaningful change. My style is honest and direct—I work best with clients who are motivated, open to feedback, and ready to actively engage through writing, homework, and weekly sessions.
Get to know me
In our first session together, here's what you can expect
What to Expect- Structured and Proactive: Weekly appointments and assignments ensure steady progress. My proactive approach keeps you on track and making consistent improvements. We have clear goals and intentions and we work to achieve them. Commitment to Writing and Reflection- Journaling and self-reflection are key to the healing process, helping you gain clarity and insight into your thoughts and emotions. Honesty and Check-Ins- Regular check-ins and honesty are essential for progress. We will work together as a team to set and achieve your goals.
The biggest strengths that I bring into our sessions
I have years of experience. I like to incorporate holistic practices to help you with anxiety and depression. I'm honest and straight to the point, but I will level with you with compassion and support. How My Approach is Different: Fast-Track Approach: My no-nonsense style achieves tangible results quickly, saving you time and money. Goal-Oriented: We set clear goals and work diligently to achieve them, empowering you to make lasting changes. Trauma Healing in a Gentle, Supportive Way: I create a safe, nurturing environment for trauma healing. Inner child or Internal Family Systems: Breaking the cycles of bad patterns, reactions, and relationships, friendships, etc. Address Emotional Reactions: Transform negative patterns into healthier responses, building resilience and creating healthy ways to respond. Take the first step towards a healthier, happier you. I'm here to support you on your journey to personal growth and healing. Let's work together to break free from what holds you back and achieve the life you desire.
The clients I'm best positioned to serve
I work best with clients who are ready for honest, direct feedback and want to go deeper—those who have tried therapy that felt too surface-level or slow and are looking for real transformation. My clients are typically motivated, open to holistic and/or spiritual work, and willing to engage in writing and homework between sessions. I do not work with individuals currently in abusive relationships; I support those who have safely detached and are maintaining no contact. AUDIO and INDIVIDUAL sessions only (no video). My style is direct, supportive, and deeply integrative. I combine traditional talk therapy with holistic tools like breathwork, somatic processing (neuropathy release), reflective writing, and meditation to help you move through emotional blocks and find clarity. My focus areas: Trauma and complex PTSD Recovery from narcissistic abuse (for clients in no-contact) Family wounds and inner child work Divorce, breakups, and grief Parenting struggles Emotional recovery from accidents, illness, and chronic stress You won’t just talk—you’ll actively participate in your healing. That means guided journaling, self-reflection, and weekly sessions that go beneath the surface. What to expect: Sessions are audio only (no video) Appointments are daytime, Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturday mornings only I do not work with individuals currently in abusive relationships—only those who have left and are in no-contact
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Internal Family Systems (IFS)
Internal Family System is a wonderful way to understand patterns, reactions, attachments styles, and how they affect your current relationships and connections to others stemming from your family system. You learn about your patterns, fears, etc. and how to break cycles in any type of relationships (ie- friendships, partners, etc.) We all carry parts of ourselves shaped by our past—especially from childhood. Some of these parts learned how to protect us by shutting down, people-pleasing, getting angry, or becoming anxious. They were doing their best to help us survive. But those same patterns can keep us stuck in adulthood, repeating cycles in our relationships, feeling triggered, or struggling with self-worth. Inner Child Work helps you gently connect with the younger you who still holds those early hurts, unmet needs, or fears. Instead of ignoring or judging those parts, we learn to listen to them, nurture them, and give them what they never received. When we do that, healing begins—and so does real emotional freedom. Internal Family Systems (IFS) gives us a way to understand these different "parts" of you—your inner child, your protector, your critic, your people-pleaser—and helps them feel safe enough to step back. You learn to lead from your core self, the calm, wise part of you that knows how to heal, not just react. Why do this work? Because it helps you stop repeating the past. Because it teaches you to respond, not react. Because it gives you a deeper sense of peace, clarity, and connection—with yourself and others.
Solution Focused Brief Treatment
Working through issues effectively and quickly in achieving goals you wish you complete in therapy to better improve your life.
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is a structured, goal-oriented psychotherapeutic treatment that helps individuals understand and change negative thought patterns and behaviors. It involves recognizing harmful thoughts, challenging their validity, and considering more realistic alternatives.
Experiential Therapy
Experiential therapy is a therapeutic approach that encourages clients to identify and address hidden or subconscious issues through activities and experiences rather than traditional talk therapy. It involves engaging in activities such as role-playing and guided imagery, etc. These activities help clients to express emotions, develop insights, and make connections between their past experiences and present behavior. The goal of experiential therapy is to help clients re-experience and process emotions associated with past events, leading to emotional healing and personal growth. It is often used to treat trauma.
Narrative
Narrative therapy is a form of psychotherapy that centers on the stories individuals tell about their lives. It posits that these narratives shape one's identity and can influence thoughts, emotions, and behaviors.