She listens, we really click and she’s helpful
Sue (Susie) Swartz, LMFT
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through BetterHelp
At a glance
Sue is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.
- 4.5 stars
- Clients are very satisfied with Sue. View 18 reviews
- Great news, Sue is accepting new clients!
- She is normally fully-booked.
- Speaks English
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in California
Recent reviews
Susie is the sweetest most helpful therapist! She’s always so patient listening to me and has so many insights and creative ideas that have helped me understand myself better. I know it takes a while to warm up and share insights but I am so extremely grateful for her! Highlight recommend her!
More about Sue
- 9 years' experience
- Female
- LMFT
Every client has a story to tell and specific needs that bring them to therapy. Whether its a major life transition, depression, anxiety, trauma, or complicated bereavement, hope is a decision you can choose to form the changes you wish to see. My ideal client is a client who is ready to make the changes they need to live a fuller more meaningful life. I utilize a client centered approach which connects clients to their unique strengths while helping them discover the best versions of themselves.
As your therapist it is not lost on me what an incredible honor it is to hold space for people to prepare their mind, body, and soul for this journey. Positive change and growth hinge upon a trusting authentic client therapist relationship. I will help you explore patterns, thoughts and behaviors that are barriers to being your best self.
Having worked 16 years in the field of trauma, crisis intervention, victim advocacy, and severely mentally ill adults I have witnessed the best and worst of the human condition. I am privileged to walk beside you on your way to a sustainable path to healing.
Specialties
Stress
Anxiety
Trauma and abuse
Grief
Depression
Coping with life changes
LGBT
Parenting issues
Abandonment
Adoption and foster care
Aging and geriatric issues
Attachment issues
Autism and Asperger Syndrome
Avoidant personality
Blended family issues
Body image
Cancer
Caregiver issues and stress
Chronic pain, illness, and disability
Co-morbidity
Codependency
Commitment issues
Communication problems
Control issues
Coping with natural or human-caused disaster
Divorce and separation
Domestic violence
Eating and food-related issues
Emptiness
Family of origin issues
Family problems
Fatherhood issues
Fertility issues
First responder issues
Forgiveness
Gender dysphoria
Guilt and shame
HIV / AIDS
Hoarding
Hospice and end-of-life counseling
Impulsivity
Infidelity
Isolation / loneliness
Life purpose
Men's issues
Midlife crisis
Mood disorders
Narcissism
Panic disorder and panic attacks
Personality disorders
Polyamory / non-monogamous relationships
Postpartum depression
Post-traumatic stress
Pregnancy and childbirth
Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
Self-love
Sexual assault and abuse
Sexuality
Social anxiety and phobia
Visually impaired
Women's issues
Workplace issues
Young adult issues
Treatment Approaches
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
- Attachment-Based Therapy
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
- Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)
- Mindfulness Therapy
- Motivational Interviewing
- Narrative Therapy
- Psychodynamic Therapy
- Solution-Focused Therapy
- Trauma-Focused Therapy
Licenses
Sue (Susie) Swartz's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1558772715.
- LMFT · California · 124329 · Expires February 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 allows you to receive care from a mental health practitioner via phone, video chat, or instant messaging. It is convenient for those who may have trouble getting to or would prefer not to have in-person therapy appointments. Starting at $65 per week, online counseling is generally more affordable than in-person counseling. A study by researchers at University of California, Berkeley found that online counseling can be just as effective as face-to-face therapy while being more convenient, affordable, and accessible.
Reviews for Sue (Susie) Swartz
All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.
Overall rating:
She listens, we really click and she’s helpful
Susie is the sweetest most helpful therapist! She’s always so patient listening to me and has so many insights and creative ideas that have helped me understand myself better. I know it takes a while to warm up and share insights but I am so extremely grateful for her! Highlight recommend her!
Really appreciated Susie’s support and helping see different perspectives. Thank you.
Wonderful listener and overall great therapist. Kind and caring. Highly recommend.
I really enjoy talking with Susie. She makes me feel so validated and comfortable—I feel like I can honestly share whatever I want and she’s there to support me in whatever I’m struggling with. It’s great working with her!
I really enjoy talking with Susie. I feel comfortable expressing myself. She listens very well, asks good questions, and offers helpful comments.
Susie is very supportive, nonjudgmental and compassionate. She shares personal experiences that confirm she knows where you’re coming from. She’s honest and sincere. Susie has everything you want in a therapist.
Suzie is great. Love her energy and love that we connect in so many ways. So appreciative for her.
Sue is very attentive really makes you feel understood! She makes sure to offer solutions and take good notes to handle your therapy with care.
Susie is sweet patient and understanding. She is an excellent therapist and has allowed me to grow in my confidence due to our sessions.
Didn't even show up to the session.. Had to sit around waiting to see if she'd come on at any point. Waste of my time
Susie is very kind and understanding. She is a wonderful listener. Her advice has been helpful. I always feel better after speaking to her. I'm glad to have her as my therapist.
Sue has been so understanding and open to me expressing myself and my thoughts. She helps me to stay positive and connect with personal challenges of her own. I look forward to working more on myself with Sue's guidance!
So far with the 2 live sessions I’ve seen an improvement on my mental health and she’s very respectful on the phone and makes sure I feel safe and listen to my issues and takes her time with me
I love that she checks in with me. She sends me worksheets as well and that is so nice.
Listens and is very kind and knowledgeable I would highly recommend her to anybody needing help.
She’s great
Sue is so easy to talk to and provides a level of comfort from the first session. Even over tele-health. I am thankful to have someone ease my anxiety as a first timer to therapy. Thank you Sue!
Frequently asked questions
Does Sue (Susie) Swartz offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Sue (Susie) Swartz 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 Sue (Susie) Swartz speak?
Sue (Susie) Swartz speaks English.
How many years of experience does Sue (Susie) Swartz have?
Sue (Susie) Swartz has 9 years of experience.
Where is Sue (Susie) Swartz licensed to practice?
Sue (Susie) Swartz is licensed to practice in California.
Does Sue (Susie) Swartz accept clients outside of the United States?
No, Sue (Susie) Swartz 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 Sue (Susie) Swartz offer?
Sue (Susie) Swartz offers clients Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Narrative Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Trauma-Focused Therapy.
How can I communicate with Sue (Susie) Swartz?
Sue (Susie) Swartz 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 Sue (Susie) Swartz?
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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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.