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Susan O'Connell, LCSW

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 21 reviews
Speaks English
Offers Telehealth visits
Licensed in Wisconsin

Recent reviews

Susan has been my therapist for about 3 years now. She has helped me grow so much since working together and I am so grateful to have had the chance to work with her! She has helped me believe in myself and help break toxic patterns that I have gone through in life due to past family and friend dynamics. She is very kind, open, supportive, and gives great resources!

Reviewed December 2022

Susan O'Connell has been wonderful to work with. She has helped me realize that a lot of my anxiety and depression come from being very critical of myself and having little compassion towards myself. She has identified why I have these traits and the clarity I have gotten from knowing this and working through them with her has helped immensely. I have less panic and anxiety attacks and when I do I am able to use the tools and knowledge Susan has given me to avoid becoming depressed and feeling hopeless. I enjoy reading and the material and exercises she has suggested for me have been appropriate and realistic.

Reviewed January 2022

More about Susan

  • 35 years' experience
  • Female
  • LCSW

I am a licensed Clinical Social Worker in the State of Wisconsin. I began my career in the area of addictions, working both with the patient and families of people with substance abuse problems. I have since expanded on that area and have extensive experience working with depression, stress and anxiety, relationship issues, grief and loss, chronic medical issues, caregiver and compassion fatigue,

I try to meet each person that I work with where they are at and help them discover their strengths and develop plans to assist with the changes they would like to make. It takes alot to reach out for help, and I want to make sure that I honor that and help people feel that they are not alone in their struggles.

Since I have been in the field for a long time, I have been trained in a multitude of treatment approaches but I have committed to staying current in the new ideas that are being used. I currently rely heavily on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy as well as Acceptance and Committment Therapy. I incorporate education and homework to augment the time that we spend together. I also feel strongly that I need to practice what I preach and work on maintaining a healthy lifestyle myself. At this point, I am working primarily Wednesday through Friday 9 to 5, and 8 to 2 on Saturdays. If you need evening appointments, please look for a therapist with that availability.

Specialties

Stress Anxiety Addictions Relationship issues Family conflicts Depression LGBT Trauma and abuse Grief Intimacy-related issues Parenting issues Self esteem Career difficulties Coping with life changes Compassion fatigue ADHD Abandonment Aging and Geriatric Issues Blended Family Issues Cancer Caregiver issues and stress Codependency Commitment Issues Communication problems Drug and Alcohol Addiction Family of Origin Issues Infidelity Isolation / loneliness Life purpose Midlife crisis Money and financial issues Mood disorders Multicultural Concerns Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) Self-love Sexual Assault and Abuse Women's issues

Treatment Approaches

  • Client-Centered Therapy
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Solution-Focused Therapy

Licenses

Susan O'Connell's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1417046376.

  • LCSW · Wisconsin · 3011-123 · Expires February 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, 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 O'Connell

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

Overall rating:

5.0

21 reviews

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Susan has been my therapist for about 3 years now. She has helped me grow so much since working together and I am so grateful to have had the chance to work with her! She has helped me believe in myself and help break toxic patterns that I have gone through in life due to past family and friend dynamics. She is very kind, open, supportive, and gives great resources!

Reviewed December 2022

Susan O'Connell has been wonderful to work with. She has helped me realize that a lot of my anxiety and depression come from being very critical of myself and having little compassion towards myself. She has identified why I have these traits and the clarity I have gotten from knowing this and working through them with her has helped immensely. I have less panic and anxiety attacks and when I do I am able to use the tools and knowledge Susan has given me to avoid becoming depressed and feeling hopeless. I enjoy reading and the material and exercises she has suggested for me have been appropriate and realistic.

Reviewed January 2022

Susan is phenomenal. Very happy to have her support.

Reviewed January 2022

I was skeptical through the first two or so sessions because what we talked about were things that I felt were baggage to me for so long. But Susan Made me realize that it isn’t so much that and it could be resolved through the most simplest of things. I’m slowly beginning to feel better thanks to her.

Reviewed November 2021

Susan is amazing! Listens and takes in the whole story. Feel I can be completely honest and open up to her. Gives many ways to help yourself and is always there for you.

Reviewed November 2021

Susan has help me through so many issues big and small!

Reviewed September 2021

Susan has a warm and inviting presence, and it was easy to open up with her. She is a careful listener and offered a thoughtful perspective. I highly recommend her.

Reviewed August 2021

She has been a great help. After a few month gap in meetings we picked up right where we left off. She is great

Reviewed March 2021

Susan!!! An extension of who I am and what I have needed for years!

Reviewed December 2020

I enjoyed working with Susan and would recommend to others.

Reviewed December 2020

Susan is a caring and thoughtful person and I could not recommend more. She is an excellent listener and really provides helpful advice without sounding procedural/clinical. Perhaps it is because she has such an excellent sense of empathy, but, I always truly feel understood by her. While I have told her some things I’m certainly not proud of - I’ve never felt judged. I’m picky with who I share my story with, and I’m so happy that I found her! She has helped me so much over the past year and I would give her 15 stars in a 5 star review. She listens and is there to hear it all, the good the bad and the ugly, but always manages to provide thoughtful responses and somehow.... sprinkle light into some really dark situations. Our discussion have taught me a lot and I am highly recommend speaking with her. Thank you Susan.

Reviewed December 2020

She is amazing!! Very helpful, we have only had a couple sessions but she has really helped me work through some internal demons.

Reviewed December 2020

Susan is amazing, she’s supportive but honest and pragmatic. She’s been immensely helpful in a short time period.

Reviewed November 2020

Susan is supportive, responsive, and caring. Her feedback is practical, empathetic, and enlightening. Her guidance and knowledge of relationships have helped me achieve my initial counseling goals. Susan gave me hope and suggestions for new ways of thinking and assessing my relationships. I cannot express the gratitude I have for Susan, how lucky I feel that I found her here, and to have been matched with her.

Reviewed November 2020

I am just getting started here so it is premature to write a review. I just do not have enough information yet. So far though I have no cause for complaints. She is competent and her communications have been appropriate.

Reviewed September 2020

Susan's very sympathetic & helpful. She's a great listener and knows when to push and when to leave an issue til you're ready to tackle it.

Reviewed September 2020

Susan has made me feel more comfortable about counseling. I still get anxious about appointments, but every time we conclude a session I am grateful for her help.

Reviewed June 2020

Very personal and willing to listen as well as ask questions that may be difficult to answer but are needed to be asked.

Reviewed June 2020

Susan is absolutely wonderful and very knowledgeable!

Reviewed June 2020

Susan has a wealth of professional experience and offers genuine warmth and ease. She made a clear effort to understand my issues in full and was perceptive about my experience. I felt very comfortable speaking with her soon into our sessions.

Reviewed March 2020

Susan has been great at accommodating me, seeing me on short notice and opening up new time slots when I need them. She's a great listener and has helped me reflect on things from a new perspective, which has helped calm my anxiety and makes it easier to get through the day.

Reviewed February 2020

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Frequently asked questions

Does Susan O'Connell offer telehealth visits?

Yes. Susan O'Connell 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 O'Connell speak?

Susan O'Connell speaks English.

How many years of experience does Susan O'Connell have?

Susan O'Connell has 35 years of experience.

Where is Susan O'Connell licensed to practice?

Susan O'Connell is licensed to practice in Wisconsin.

Does Susan O'Connell accept clients outside of the United States?

No, Susan O'Connell 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 O'Connell offer?

Susan O'Connell offers clients Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Solution-Focused Therapy.

How can I communicate with Susan O'Connell?

Susan O'Connell 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 O'Connell?

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