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Susan Phillips, LMHC

Experienced mental health professional

Provides online counseling through BetterHelp

At a glance

Susan is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.

5.0 stars
Clients are very satisfied with Susan. View 77 reviews
Great news, Susan is accepting new clients!
She is normally fully-booked.
Speaks English
Offers Telehealth visits
Licensed in Florida

Recent reviews

Exceptional! Im able to think clearly as she listens while i speak and vent about my issues, and Also helps bring a unique perspective about things going in my life rather than most other therapist's I’ve had before , thank you!

Reviewed September 2024

Susan is the absolute best. The last 3 years have been greatly improved due to Susan's presence.

Reviewed September 2024

More about Susan

  • 25 years' experience
  • Female
  • LMHC

Hello, my name is Susan. I am a licensed mental health counselor in Florida, where I have worked in the mental health community for 20 years. I have experience helping a wide range of clients and families with a wide variety of issues to include anxiety, depression, grief, relationship issues and trauma of abuse, Bipolar Disorder and ADHD.

As a therapist, I prefer to use a client-centered approach to treatment because I believe clients need to be heard and listened to at a deep level. This allows them to hear themselves undeniable them to resolve their pain and reach of real healing. I am able to effectively and seamlessly incorporate cognitive behavior therapy, motivational interviewing, solution-based therapy, grief therapy, parenting education throughout our sessions, based on your goals. Your unique needs are of the highest importance in the therapy relationship. I will keep us focused on practical solutions and lasting change.

You are brave to reach out for help! You have taken the right first step to healing. I welcome the opportunity to work with you. I would be honored to be your guide through your healing process.

Specialties

Stress Anxiety Trauma and abuse Grief Self esteem Depression Addictions Relationship issues Family conflicts Parenting issues Anger management Career difficulties Bipolar disorder Coping with life changes Compassion fatigue ADHD Abandonment Adoption and Foster Care Aging and Geriatric Issues Avoidant Personality Caregiver issues and stress Chronic pain illness and disability Codependency Coping with Natural or Human-Caused Disaster Dependent Personality Domestic Violence Family of Origin Issues Family Problems Forgiveness Guilt and shame Hospice and End of Life Counseling Impulsivity Intellectual Disability Isolation / loneliness Military and Veterans Issues Mood disorders Obsessions Compulsions and OCD Panic disorder and panic attacks Postpartum Depression Post-traumatic stress Pregnancy and childbirth Self-Harm Social anxiety and phobia Workplace issues

Treatment Approaches

  • Client-Centered Therapy
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Solution-Focused Therapy
  • Trauma-Focused Therapy
  • Internal Family Systems

Licenses

Susan Phillips's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1497886717.

  • LMHC · Florida · MH3942 · Expires March 2025

About online counseling

Affordable.
Pay a low flat fee.
Convenient.
Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
Available now.
There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.

Online counseling, also known as teletherapy, is a method of delivering mental health services through digital means such as video conferencing, phone calls, or messaging platforms. It can be an ideal option for individuals who have difficulty accessing traditional therapy due to geographical distance, time constraints, or personal preferences like privacy and comfort. Many people find it easier to open up from the familiarity of their own space.

Teletherapy has been found to be highly effective, with studies showing that it can produce similar outcomes to in-person therapy, particularly for issues like anxiety, depression, and PTSD. The flexibility and accessibility it offers make it a valuable alternative to conventional therapy settings.

Reviews for Susan Phillips

All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.

Overall rating:

5.0

77 reviews

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Clients mention: Recommend Amazing Listens Great Understanding Caring Helpful Grateful Wonderful Helped

Exceptional! Im able to think clearly as she listens while i speak and vent about my issues, and Also helps bring a unique perspective about things going in my life rather than most other therapist's I’ve had before , thank you!

Reviewed September 2024

Susan is the absolute best. The last 3 years have been greatly improved due to Susan's presence.

Reviewed September 2024

Susan immediately dove in to help me with my problems where I expected it to take a few weeks to understand them.

Reviewed August 2024

Susan makes me feel comfortable l. I know I can tell her anything and not feel ashamed or embarrassed. I would definitely recommend her and Better Help to anyone who needs help with depression and grief problems.

Reviewed July 2024

I have never made as much progress with a therapist as I have with Susan. I believe that Her successful approach lies in the fact that she is completely focused on what will help the client and how she can assist them to get there. She doesn’t show away from telling you the truth even if you don’t wanna hear it. She is kind, empathetic and knowledgeable.

Reviewed June 2024

She is exceptionally caring and genuinely interested in her clients. It’s rare and refreshing to see someone so dedicated to their profession and as a kind person. Grateful for having the opportunity to work with her.

Reviewed June 2024

I like talking to nice people

Reviewed May 2024

She is amazing! Never judges, gives honest opinions, and overall is a blessing of a therapist. I will continue to use her and recommend that others do.

Reviewed April 2024

Very caring!

Reviewed May 2024

I have had so many serious issues with trauma and ongoing struggles with my mental health. My therapist has been a saving grace, I dont know what I would do without her.

Reviewed April 2024

Only 2 sessions in and Susan has given me many good ideas and plans to move in the right direction. Helping me understand problems aren’t resolved in a minute, this is a whole life and there is work to be done. Thanks!

Reviewed March 2024

She has always been extremely kind, thoughtful, and thought-provoking. She listens, empathizes, and challenges (when appropriate).

Reviewed January 2024

Susan is wonderful and such a blessing.

Reviewed November 2020

Susan is amazing at listening and guiding me through a very tough situation I am currently in. She has a very relaxed and calming demeanor. I would highly recommend her.

Reviewed September 2020

I could not say enough good things about my therapist. She has been amazing. Her skill set is very vast and she always helps me and truly cares!

Reviewed December 2023

She is wonderful!

Reviewed September 2023

Even when I feel like I don't have anything to work on, Susan knows the right questions to ask. She listens SO WELL and can see past my messy emotions to help me understand what is really going on. I am just so impressed with her skills! We have been working together for 6 or 7 months now and I feel so much better and more healthy than when I started. I highly recommend Susan, especially to anyone who is new to Betterhelp.

Reviewed September 2023

Susan is amazing. She is respectful and caring. She truly takes the time to make sure you are heard and feel safe. I would recommend her to anyone needing a therapist who knows how to talk to your inner self.

Reviewed September 2023

Susan is an incredible therapist, she has been instrumental in getting me through a tough time. I cannot recommend her enough!

Reviewed September 2023

Susan is a great listener. She asks me questions that get to the root of my issue and make me think retrospectively.

Reviewed September 2023

Susan is the absolute best and I couldn’t have done the last 2 years of my life without her.

Reviewed August 2023

Susan is the best! Very caring, great listener, wonderful suggestions

Reviewed May 2023

Susan is kind, caring, and listens.

Reviewed May 2023

Susan has been such a joy to work with. She truly cares. I feel like I can really tell her what is bothering me.

Reviewed May 2023

Susan is incredible. As a Christian woman, I went through 6 others before I found her as the fit for me. You need someone who can understand your goal, even when it goes against a secular generalized opinion.

Reviewed March 2023

She participated with listening and understanding the circumstance and made suggestions on how to handle and react towards the issues. She was great help.

Reviewed April 2023

Susan is gentle and is a great listener

Reviewed February 2023

Susan has been kind and caring

Reviewed January 2023

Susan is a great listener and after one session has already offered very valuable insight. Looking forward to continuing to work with her.

Reviewed January 2023

Susan is an excellent therapist who is very dedicated to her clients.

Reviewed December 2022

Excellent

Reviewed November 2022

Susan has helped me in many ways that I didn’t even know I needed. She’s kind , patient and listens to all of my concerns followed up with helpful tips on healing past traumas. I highly recommend using her as your therapist; you won’t be disappointed! I’m forever indebted to her.

Reviewed November 2022

Susan is the consummate professional and has helped me a great deal. She truly cares about her patients and is always responsive. I would recommend her to anyone looking for someone to speak with regarding mental health.

Reviewed November 2022

Susan you have been so amazing, I am looking forward to our session and I look forward to booking many more! ❤️

Reviewed November 2022

Susan has been a critical part of my life and my growth for the past 2 years and I feel so happy that this platform has allowed us to speak regularly. She has been there for me constantly and I am immensely grateful for her.

Reviewed November 2022

Susan listens and ask me meaningful questions which help me grow as a person.

Reviewed November 2022

I’ve been working with Susan for over a year now and she’s come to be irreplaceable. I consider her part of my ’master mind’ group. Her kind approach, honest feedback, and gentle nudges and challenges along the way have helped me grow tremendously. I’m forever grateful to have started therapy and to have Susan as my counselor.

Reviewed September 2022

Susan has been wonderful! She is so understanding but also very straightforward with constructive feedback. She is able to provide guidance with kindness and support. I feel empowered by our conversations while still feeling emotionally safe enough to be vulnerable.

Reviewed August 2022

She's patient and amiable.

Reviewed August 2022

Susan has been such an amazing resource in my life! She actively cares and goes above and beyond to reach out or provide me with tools even outside of our sessions!.

Reviewed July 2022

Susan is a great listener and very empathetic toward me. She had been responsive and actively involved in my needs and concerns.

Reviewed July 2022

Susan is amazing. Her compassion is outstanding. She listens attentively and has provided tremendous support. This is my first experience with online therapist and it has been wonderful. She has also provided a few assignments to further help me as I process my personal struggles and issues. I highly recommend Susan Phillips.

Reviewed June 2022

Susan is awesome!! she’s been able to help me with some traumas that I had about my past and she did it in such short period of time! She’s been very understanding about the situation I’ve been through and she’s never made me feel guilty about it. I’m so glad she’s my therapist and that’s she’s been able to help me to improve myself and get better ❤️‍

Reviewed June 2022

Love her so much! She’s helped me beyond measure

Reviewed May 2022

Susan is very attentive and I feel like I’m actually being heard for the first time in a long time.

Reviewed April 2022

Susan listens and helps guide me through my dilemmas.

Reviewed March 2022

Susan has been pivotal in my life. And I’m grateful that she gently reminds me to take the time for myself to talk to her.

Reviewed March 2022

I am so happy that I got paired with Susan Phillips. She is so kind, so encouraging, easy to talk to, and understanding. I really feel like she truly listens to you and comments and make suggestions that are really helpful, and at the same time doesn’t put any pressure on you. I feel like she is spot on about how an experience you’ve had makes you feel. It’s like she truly empathizes with you. She just seems very special to me and I enjoy talking to her.

Reviewed February 2022

Susan is a great listener who truly cares about her patients. She is very knowledgeable and offers a variety of potential ways to improve your issue(s) and begin to better cope with said issue(s). She is a consummate professional and I would recommend her to anyone looking to seek help with their mental health.

Reviewed February 2022

Love my counselor and have already recommended and better help all the time

Reviewed February 2022

Susan was low key and exactly what I needed at the time.

Reviewed December 2021

So far I have been meeting with Susan for almost two months and I am SO grateful for all the work we have been able to do. She is understanding, calm and creates an environment that fosters vulnerability and healing. She is an expert in trauma and trauma-related therapy and meeting with her has been fundamental to my journey or recovery and becoming one with my fractured parts again. I would recommend meeting with Susan to anyone, without a doubt.

Reviewed December 2021

Excellent therapist. Offers me perspective, guidance, honestly, and clarity.

Reviewed November 2021

Susan is so sincere and opening up to her was so easy! She has already helped me immensely

Reviewed September 2021

I love susan She is amazing She listens and responds with such wisdom

Reviewed September 2021

I’ve had 4 therapy sessions with Susan so far and I can say that each and every time, I’ve been understanding myself and feeling more progress. I will continue to work with her until I know that I’m at a much better place than when I started

Reviewed August 2021

Susan is very patient, understanding, and has a great outlook on my situation. I appreciate her perspective and look forward to working through some things with her.

Reviewed August 2021

I have only met with Susan last week for our first session. Our second session is this afternoon. She has been very responsive and encouraging via email. Also, she has sent me helpful worksheets on Forgiveness and Coping with Anxiety. I believe she will continue to guide me and help me on the road to healing. I am so thankful for BetterHelp and connecting me with Susan. Sherry Richmond

Reviewed August 2021

Beautiful soul willing to listen and offer resources

Reviewed August 2021

Susan has been so important to me during a time in my life where I really need as much support as possible. I hope to be able to continue speaking with her as long as I can, and I would recommend her counseling to anyone.

Reviewed July 2021

I’ve only met with Susan twice but she has already been so helpful. She isn’t afraid to ask you the hard questions that make you revaluate some things.

Reviewed June 2021

She’s just perfect

Reviewed May 2021

Susan is very attentive to listening, providing feedback. She is extremely patient and helped me better understand a variety of things I was struggling with. I'm very grateful for Susan :)

Reviewed May 2021

An all around wonderful person. Caring, understanding and knowledgeable. Susan’s approach is gentle and insightful.

Reviewed May 2021

Susan has been very helpful with my grieving process. She’s an ear for me to vent to and gives me helpful tips on how to feel better when I’m feeling low. I’m happy so far with my sessions.

Reviewed May 2021

To be put simply, Susan is awesome. She is very wise but also understands and listens to you. She makes things very personable and I appreciated that greatly.

Reviewed April 2021

Susan is very attentive, and helps you maintain awareness of your progress and how that relates to your goal.

Reviewed April 2021

She is AMAZING

Reviewed March 2021

Ms.Susan is a very friendly and respectable person. She's been helping me get through a lot the past couple of weeks and I don't know what I don't know what i would've done with out her guidance. Overall I'm very comfortable with her and I'm glad I have someone I can confide in.

Reviewed March 2021

She has made me realize a lot of things in my life, and showing how to deal with them with worksheet

Reviewed February 2021

Susan is very professional and always available!

Reviewed December 2020

Susan is wonderful to work with and is very supportive and understanding.

Reviewed December 2020

Susan Phillips is amazing, she listen you and tries to empathize with what you're going through. She is simply amazing!

Reviewed November 2020

Susan has been very caring and responsive. I haven't worked with her long but she's been great!!

Reviewed September 2020

Susan is very helpful and friendly. She puts the patient first and offers not only advice but practical ways for a patient to take better care of themselves mentally through activities.

Reviewed August 2020

Susan has been very a very kind and helpful support to me. She has offered biblical encouragement and practical tools to help me learn to cope. With her help, I’m learning how to take Jesus’ hand and heal from deep and deeply repressed wounds. I am very grateful for Susan!

Reviewed August 2020

I really like Susan so far. I haven't had a live session yet so I can't say for sure I would recommend her yet, but based on current communication I'm sure I will. :)

Reviewed August 2020

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Frequently asked questions

Does Susan Phillips offer telehealth visits?

Yes. Susan Phillips works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.

What language(s) does Susan Phillips speak?

Susan Phillips speaks English.

How many years of experience does Susan Phillips have?

Susan Phillips has 25 years of experience.

Where is Susan Phillips licensed to practice?

Susan Phillips is licensed to practice in Florida.

Does Susan Phillips accept clients outside of the United States?

No, Susan Phillips does not accept clients outside of the United States.

Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?

Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."

What treatment approaches does Susan Phillips offer?

Susan Phillips offers clients Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing, Solution-Focused Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy, and Internal Family Systems.

How can I communicate with Susan Phillips?

Susan Phillips can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.

How do I get started with Susan Phillips?

Just tap the CHAT NOW button or tap here: A new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.

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