Licensed to practice in Pennsylvania and accepts 41 insurances. Specializes in Couples Counseling, High Clinical Acuity, Recent Hospitalization and 9 more.
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My name is Susan. Thank you for stopping by. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker practicing in Pennsylvania for 25 years. Additionally, 15 years of my career have included providing clinical supervision for aspiring clinicians. I have worked with a diverse range of clients, including adults, couples and families, specializing in anxiety, depression, grief and relationship issues. My approach in providing therapy combines evidence based techniques like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and solution focused therapy with a compassionate and collaborative style to create a safe space for growth and healing.
Our first session revolves around developing rapport. Are we a good fit? Therapy can be anxiety provoking. My approach is let us chat and let you determine, based on initial contact, your comfort level. This is your session. Also, the first session is your opportunity to interview me. Ask me anything you want. The goal of initial contact is laying the foundation of the establishment of a partnership.
My greatest strength as a provider is rooted in my communication style which consists of empathy, respect and collaboration. During my 25 years of experience, I have often been described, by clients as being laid back, which often puts people at ease.
I enjoy working with all kinds of individuals. My career has exposed me to all ages and challenges faced. I have worked with young adults, individuals with chronic mental illness and seniors and their families. My work at a long term care facility for 18 years, exposed me to a diverse population. The common factor with all clients was assisting them in overcoming the fear and sadly, the stigma often attached to seeking help. I perceive seeking assistance in enhancing the quality of life as a strength. Clients I am best positioned to serve...don't like to rule anyone out Let's do a consultation and see if you are comfortable with me
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Cash - $125 per session
Aetna
Aetna - Allied Benefits
Aetna - ASR Health Benefits
Aetna - Luminare
Aetna - Moda
Aetna - WebTPA
Aetna – HealthEZ
All Savers
Amerihealth
Amerihealth Administrators
Arlo
AvMed
Blue Cross Blue Shield
Blue Cross Blue Shield - Medicare
Centivo
Cigna
Cigna - HealthEZ
EAP:Cigna
EAP:Evernorth
EAP:UnitedHealthcare/Optum
Evernorth
Geisinger - Commercial
Golden Rule
GTEB
Harvard Pilgrim/UnitedHealthcare
Highmark
Highmark - Medicare
Independence Administrators
Independence Blue Cross
Optum
OptumHealth Complex Medical Conditions
Oscar
Oxford
Surest (formerly Bind)
Tufts Health/Cigna
United Medical Resources
UnitedHealthcare Life Insurance
UnitedHealthcare Shared Services
UnitedHealthcare StudentResources
UnitedHealthcare/Optum
UPMC Health Plan
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-i)
I’ve been using CBT in my practice for the past 25 years. It’s helped dozens of clients challenge reoccurring thoughts and manage their anxiety. We’ll use CBT to recognize how your thoughts, feelings, and behaviors influence each other. We’ll then use that knowledge to change your thinking patterns, which will help you lead a less anxious and stressed life.
Acceptance and commitment (ACT)
Without navigating towards acceptance, we find ourselves walking a treadmill. Let's get off the treadmill and establish coping strategies.
Eclectic
With this approach, let's employ what works for you. That could range from a cognitive behavioral approach mixed in with solution focused therapy and self esteem building exercises. Let's tailor an approach that enhances the quality of your life. We are all different, let's come up with an approach that best meets your needs.
5 ratings with written reviews
November 11, 2025
I love everything about Susan. She is authentic and very warm towards me. She is helping me work through a challenging time in my life with a possible divorce and she has been my light and strength through all of this. It’s not easy thinking about starting over and what this transition will be like. However, having Susan by my side and supporting my decisions has taken the load off. I feel less worried and less afraid. Thank you Susan.
July 26, 2025
Very understanding of my needs
February 28, 2025
I can rely on her. She gives guidance which I definitely need. She is so understanding. She is totally on my side.