Psychotherapy
"In the depth of winter,
I finally learned that within me there lay an invincible
summer."
- Albert Camus
Entering into a therapeutic
process reflects the courage and hope to shape a more
satisfying life—in one’s relationships, work, play, and
spirituality. I believe in the power to change and to heal.
A warm relationship in a safe place with no rigid agenda
provides the setting and the possibility for discovery,
change, and growth. We work together to help you gain deeper
self awareness and acceptance, and to be more fully alive
and in the present.
The therapeutic process in
my practice combines cognitive behavioral work with insight
development and analysis of childhood experiences and
origins. I employ an interactive style to work through
issues from your past and present. We move creatively, and
with attention to what’s happening both in the room and in
your life, using whatever modes of therapy are appropriate,
to integrate feelings and experiences, and to move towards
peace and balance.
I work with individuals
struggling with depression, anxiety, trauma and relationship
issues, as well as any other challenges one might bring in.
I also work with adolescents and families, and welcome
clients from diverse backgrounds and sexual orientations.
Bio
Susan has an M.S.W. from
New York University and is a New York State licensed LCSW
psychotherapist. She did post graduate training with several
leading clinicians in the areas of trauma, eating disorders,
substance abuse and family therapy. These included St.
Mary’s Rehabilitation Hospital in Queens, and the Jewish
Board of Family and Children's Services, where she served on
the senior planning panel on domestic violence, designed and
implemented a dating violence program for the Manhattan
Night and Day School, and did trainings for clinicians on
dating violence.
Susan then went into
practice at Alternatives Mental Health Clinic on Long
Island, working with a wide range of ages as individuals,
families, and groups. She also did outreach with teachers
and students in area public schools.
In 1998 Susan opened her
private practice with offices in East Hampton and Manhattan,
and continues to work with a broad spectrum of clients and
issues. She runs an ongoing women’s therapy group.
Several Major Insurances Accepted |
