Susie Moore
Hello and Welcome – I admire you for taking the step to begin therapy and I look forward to working with you. People decide to come to therapy for a wide variety of reasons: you are learning to manage a specific mental health diagnosis and the related symptoms; you are struggling with issues related to grief, loss, or a traumatic event; you want to get better at navigating challenging relationship/family dynamics; or you would like extra support as you adjust to life changes and transitions. Additionally, some people seek therapy simply for the purpose of self-exploration, or to gain a greater sense of purpose, direction, and meaning in their life. I strive to be a warm, genuine, caring and accepting presence; to meet clients where they are on their journey; to create a safe space to explore thoughts, feelings and experiences; and to collaborate with clients to set relevant and achievable goals. My counseling style is rooted in a person-centered philosophy, but I also utilize techniques from cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavioral therapy, narrative therapy, and mindfulness.
First session
During sessions, I place a strong emphasis on active listening, asking open and clarifying questions, and reflecting back what I hear clients saying. I want clients to feel seen, heard, and understood; and for the experience of therapy to lead to greater self-awareness, clarity, and a sense of agency in life. At times, therapy may feel painful, uncomfortable, or challenging, but at other times, it may feel comforting, relieving, inspiring, and even fun. I check in with clients regularly to make sure they are getting what they need from the experience; and also to ask for feedback, and/or suggestions.
Strengths
I've worked with clients between the ages of eight and sixty-eight, from diverse backgrounds, and struggling with a variety of mental health concerns/struggles. However, my specific specialties include: anxiety, depression, low self-esteem/self-worth, grief and loss, and life changes and transitions.
Ideal clients
I am open to working with a wide variety of clients - age, gender, sexuality, cultural and/or racial backgrounds.
Location
Virtual sessions