I have only had 2 sessions with her and she is amazing! Susan is so sweet and is a wonderful listener.
Susan Sparks, 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 7 reviews
- Speaks English
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in Illinois
Recent reviews
Susan has been a huge catalyst in my journey of building self confidence. She is a fantastic listener that doesn’t judge you when you bring your vulnerable self to the table. Her advice is practical and useful, and her calm demeanor helps you stay grounded in times of distress. I couldn’t recommend her more!
More about Susan
- 10 years' experience
- Female
- LCSW
Through my life I have worked with children of all ages in a variety of settings. I have always had a passion to care for and help others. I have worked and volunteered in the community for over 35 years. I saw many things in the community that concerned me especially in the area of mental health. I wanted to make a difference by helping others make a difference in our world. I achieved my Master Degree in Social Work from the University of Illinois in 2011 and became a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in 2013.
As a therapist I work with children, young adults, individuals, and families using a life approach tailored to the unique needs of each person. I use therapeutic strategies to help with behavioral problems, anxiety, depression, self-esteem, trauma, and anger management, to name a few. I use research based therapies such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Play Therapy, Behavioral Therapy, Applied Behavioral Analysis, Mind fullness practice and Holistic Therapies.
I believe that each person has the capabilities to meet and manage the challenges they face, some requiring more guidance than others. I believe everyone no matter what age has strengths that they can draw on. I offer support for individuals to overcome obstacles and to realize their potential to live fulfilling, happy and productive lives.
Specialties
Stress
Anxiety
Relationship issues
Trauma and abuse
Grief
Depression
Family conflicts
Intimacy-related issues
Eating disorders
Sleeping disorders
Parenting issues
Anger management
Self esteem
Career difficulties
Bipolar disorder
Coping with life changes
Compassion fatigue
ADHD
Licenses
Susan Sparks's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1275994543.
- LCSW · Illinois · 149.016759 · Expires November 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 Sparks
All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.
Overall rating:
I have only had 2 sessions with her and she is amazing! Susan is so sweet and is a wonderful listener.
Susan has been a huge catalyst in my journey of building self confidence. She is a fantastic listener that doesn’t judge you when you bring your vulnerable self to the table. Her advice is practical and useful, and her calm demeanor helps you stay grounded in times of distress. I couldn’t recommend her more!
Susan is amazing. She’s a great listener, and is very determined to help me get what I need out of counseling. I feel that she is genuinely dedicated to working with me and getting a better handle on my personal struggles. She is kind, intelligent and easy to talk to. She provides exercises and tools to help along the way, too.
She is very kind, a great listener, and always makes me feel empowered!
Susan has helped me identify various strategies that I can use to combat my anxiety. It helps to try several and see what works for me at different times. I'm acquiring a lot of different tools to arm myself with for the future.
Susan has been amazing with helping me with my grieving and managing my thoughts and feelings, she’s very easy to talk to and really helped me remember my worth and helped bring back some of my confidence I have lost.
She listens and seems to relate very much with my situation, when no one else seems to understand. I enjoy my time with her, relate well in more than one area even on personal level. I can say she has helped me better than I anticipated I would be. Pleasant, easy to speak with!
Frequently asked questions
Does Susan Sparks offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Susan Sparks 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 Sparks speak?
Susan Sparks speaks English.
How many years of experience does Susan Sparks have?
Susan Sparks has 10 years of experience.
Where is Susan Sparks licensed to practice?
Susan Sparks is licensed to practice in Illinois.
Does Susan Sparks accept clients outside of the United States?
No, Susan Sparks 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."
How can I communicate with Susan Sparks?
Susan Sparks 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 Sparks?
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.
Mental health conditions are real, common, and treatable.
And recovery is possible.
When you tap CHAT NOW 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.