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Susan Gardner

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Accepting clients Last Updated 5 days ago

I became a therapist because I genuinely love seeing people’s lives improve and expand in ways that feel meaningful to them. There is something incredibly powerful about watching someone move from feeling stuck or overwhelmed, to feeling more clear, confident, and hopeful. My goal is to create a space where you can show up exactly as you are, and feel truly safe, heard, and understood – without fear of judgement. I feel therapy should be a collaborative process where we work together to explore what you’re going through, and develop practical tools to help you move toward the life you want. Wherever you’re starting from, I’m here to support you with compassion, curiosity, and respect.

I will help you feel heard and understood by creating a safe space where you can show up exactly as you are, and speak openly about whatever you’re going through, without fear of judgment. From the very beginning, my focus is on truly listening, taking time to understand your experiences, your perspective, and what matters to you most.

I approach our work together with compassion and curiosity, and I’ll check in with you to make sure you feel supported and understood. As we build that trust we’ll work collaboratively to explore what’s been holding you back, and develop practical tools to help you move forward toward the life you want. My goal is for you to feel not only heard, but genuinely supported, respected, and empowered through our work together.

I’m someone who appreciates meaningful conversation, quiet moments, and really getting to know people below the surface. I find this creates a comfortable, grounded environment where you can feel safe and at ease, being yourself, without any pressure to “perform”. I like spending quiet moments in nature. My favorite routine is drinking my morning coffee outside with my dogs, meditation, reflecting on hope and positivity, and listening to music is also inspirational for me.


Specialties

Addiction ADHD Anxiety Bipolar Disorder Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) Caregiver Support Depression Eating Disorders Family Conflict Gender Identity Grief and Loss Marital and Premarital counseling Religion or Spirituality Sleep Trauma & PTSD

In-Network Insurance Plans

Susan Gardner is in network for the following plans:

Aetna Anthem Anthem Blue Cross Blue Cross Blue Shield Blue Cross Blue Shield, Blue Choice Select PPO Carelon Cigna and Evernorth Health Net Kaiser Permanente Magellan Behavioral Health MHN Multiplan Optum TriWest UC SHIP UMR United Behavioral Health UnitedHealthcare Wellfleet

NPI Number

1275781809

Rates

First session $125
Ongoing sessions $125

Treatment Approaches

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy Brainspotting Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) Gottman Method Internal Family Systems (IFS) Motivational Interviewing Psychodynamic Somatic

Modalities

Individuals

Age Groups

Young Adults (18-25) Adults (26-64) Seniors (65+)

Communities

LGBQ+ People with Disabilities Veganism

Meeting Options

Video sessions available

Qualifications

  • License(s): CA-29711

More About Me

  • Languages Spoken: English
  • Race(s): American Indian or Alaska Native, White
  • Gender(s): Woman
  • Sexual Orientation(s): Straight
  • Religion(s): Christian

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