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Susan Shouse, LMSW

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 28 reviews
Speaks English
Offers Telehealth visits
Licensed in Michigan

Recent reviews

Great listener!

Reviewed December 2024

Susan is very encouraging and supportive. I feel such relief to confide in Susan and trust the wisdom she shares with me.

Reviewed December 2024

More about Susan

  • 26 years' experience
  • Female
  • LMSW

Hello- My name is Susan. I am licensed in Michigan with over 25 years of professional experience. I have worked as a mental health therapist in both clinical and in-home settings, mainly with adults and older adults. I'm also an experienced grief therapist, having worked in hospice.

My specialties include mood disorders (depression, anxiety and worry), grief and loss, coping with major life changes, motivation, goal setting, and overcoming shyness and improving self-esteem.

I'm also experienced in counseling people who are choosing or changing career paths, struggling with relationship issues, and addictions.

My Clinical approach utilizes a variety of techniques including Solution-Focused Therapy (just what it sounds like), Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (Changing thoughts and beliefs to change behavior), and Family Systems Therapy (families are inter-connected therefore what happens to one affects others). Most importantly, I practice active listening skills. This involves having a genuine interest in You! I'll be listening carefully to what you have to say, reflecting back what I'm hearing from you, asking pertinent questions, and making suggestions based on insight and many years of experience. I value the relationship I have with my clients. I take my time in building trust and mutual respect, and I follow your lead. After all, this is your journey- not mine!

It's never too late to start living your best life! I respect and admire your courage in taking this huge first step of choosing a counselor. If you're ready to begin, I am here to support and empower you.

I look forward to working with you!

Specialties

Stress Anxiety Addictions Family conflicts Depression Coping with life changes LGBT Relationship issues Trauma and abuse Grief Intimacy-related issues Eating disorders Sleeping disorders Parenting issues Anger management Self esteem Career difficulties Bipolar disorder Coaching Compassion fatigue ADHD Abandonment Aging and geriatric issues Attachment issues Blended family issues Body image Cancer Caregiver issues and stress Chronic pain, illness, and disability Co-morbidity Codependency Commitment issues Communication problems Dependent personality Divorce and separation Drug and alcohol addiction Eating and food-related issues Emptiness Family of origin issues Family problems Forgiveness Guilt and shame Hospice and end-of-life counseling Impulsivity Isolation / loneliness Life purpose Midlife crisis Money and financial issues Mood disorders Panic disorder and panic attacks Postpartum depression Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) Self-love Sexuality Social anxiety and phobia Women's issues Workplace issues

Treatment Approaches

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

Licenses

Susan Shouse's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1780654277.

  • LMSW · Michigan · 6801072025 · Expires November 2027

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, sometimes called teletherapy, refers to talk therapy delivered remotely through digital platforms, such as video calls, phone calls, or chat. It can be a great option for people who face barriers to traditional face-to-face therapy, such as those living in remote areas, individuals with mobility issues, or people with busy schedules that make it difficult to attend in-person sessions.

Teletherapy also offers greater convenience and flexibility, allowing clients to access care from the comfort of their homes. Research shows that the treatment outcomes with online counseling are often just as effective as with traditional therapy, providing a viable alternative for individuals seeking mental health support.

Reviews for Susan Shouse

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

Overall rating:

5.0

28 reviews

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Clients mention: Great Listens Understanding Helped Recommend Caring Comfortable Empathetic Wonderful Great listener

Great listener!

Reviewed December 2024

Susan is very encouraging and supportive. I feel such relief to confide in Susan and trust the wisdom she shares with me.

Reviewed December 2024

Susan is warm and kind. A very good listener and makes me feel very comfortable to talk to. I thoroughly enjoy me sessions with her!

Reviewed November 2024

She is wonderful and I am blessed to have her in my life. Thank you Better Help!

Reviewed July 2024

So kind and listens intently. We connected right away and she helped me make progress on my goals immediately.

Reviewed July 2024

I have enjoyed Susan's empathetic nature and the wealth of wisdom she has. I would recommend her if you need to be challenged gently and encouraged to be your best self!

Reviewed May 2024

She is great. Very empathetic and a great listener. She can be light hearted when needed. She has great advice and good coping skill advice. It's been a long time since I had someone truly hear me.

Reviewed April 2024

Susan is awesome. I look forward to time with her to gain better understanding of everything.

Reviewed April 2024

Susan is empathetic and listens.

Reviewed April 2024

Susan is very compassionate and cares for her clients.

Reviewed January 2024

Susan understands and can relate to my origins of stress and is helping me work through them

Reviewed November 2023

Susan is great I have been working with her for about a year now. She has helped me over come a great deal. She is always attentive and listens to what you say completely before she responds. I would highly recommend her if you want a caring and understanding therepist

Reviewed November 2023

Susan is wonderful! She is a breath of fresh air to talk to. She listens and responds wonderfully. So glad she was chosen to be my therapist - she’s top notch.

Reviewed September 2023

Susan has been such a blessing in my life! Highly recommend.

Reviewed August 2023

Susan is a very good listener and really interprets what I say effectively allowing me to think through things. I find her kind, gentle in approach, and calming. She is excellent!

Reviewed July 2023

I am very comfortable with my therapist Susan. And I appreciate her timely responses to my journal entry’s.

Reviewed July 2023

Susan is very caring and understanding. She gives great advice and tools that I can use.

Reviewed May 2023

Susan is the best!! Better Health has been difficult to manage and work with on billing

Reviewed May 2023

This is the first time I have done therapy and it was the best decision I have made. I didn’t know what to expect, I was afraid of being vulnerable to a stranger. But my therapist Susan, made me feel so comfortable from the very beginning. She gave me tools to help me grow, heal and just be more gentle with myself. She’s kind, considerate, knowledgeable, relatable and always on time. Thank you Susan for everything! You’ve truly helped me change myself for the better, change my life, my relationships and the way I feel and think about myself. There’s no greater gift than that.

Reviewed May 2023

A kind understanding person. She's a good listener and will ask you plenty of questions to help understand what is being discussed and always stays engaged. She always asks good questions and leave you something to think about at the end of every session, and will always check back up on your thoughts on the next session. Beyond understanding within the sessions, she's just as understanding out of it, and is very commutative with delays, cancelations, and reminders of future bookings and assignments. She's a very nice woman who will always be open to making a few jokes with you or just trying to make you smile.

Reviewed March 2023

I am so thankful for Susan. While I have only had a few sessions, I have found many things within myself that I had lost. She has helped me in more ways than one. A total win!

Reviewed March 2023

I appreciate the personal responses

Reviewed March 2023

My Therapist has been very helpful and has never made me feel like a burden when I have weekly appointments. She is caring and listens to me very strongly, I am so happy I was matched with her.

Reviewed April 2023

susan is very good at what she does she lets me get it all out good homework to

Reviewed February 2023

Susan is wonderful! I’m so glad I found her and she was able to help me so much. She’s a great listener and I feel so relax and comforted with our sessions. I’ve recommended BetterHelp to many, including my support group, because of my experience with Susan. I feel so lucky that I found a therapist that I can with. It’s not easy to find one, this I know from experience. I will always be grateful for her help.

Reviewed January 2023

Susan is phenomenal and made me fall back in love with going to therapy

Reviewed December 2022

Susan has been great. She listens to everything you say before she provides an answer or advise.

Reviewed November 2022

Susan has helped me start to overcome a variety of trauma and abuse I had experienced as a child. It’s starting to change my life for the better and I could not be happier. Susan is a terrific therapist and I would recommend her to anyone seeking therapy.

Reviewed November 2022

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Frequently asked questions

Does Susan Shouse offer telehealth visits?

Yes. Susan Shouse 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 Shouse speak?

Susan Shouse speaks English.

How many years of experience does Susan Shouse have?

Susan Shouse has 26 years of experience.

Where is Susan Shouse licensed to practice?

Susan Shouse is licensed to practice in Michigan.

Does Susan Shouse accept clients outside of the United States?

No, Susan Shouse 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 Shouse offer?

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

How can I communicate with Susan Shouse?

Susan Shouse 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 Shouse?

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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