I’ve only just started working with Susan but she has so far provided me with excellent care. I’m so grateful for the many resources and above-and-beyond mentality she approaches my treatment with. She makes me feel very safe, cared for and in very good hands. She truly offers a comprehensive approach to my therapy and I’ve already felt so my progress in my journey since starting with her. She’s very communicative, compassionate, and knowledgeable. I feel really lucky to work with her and follow her guidance as I heal and grow at a pace that I feel comfortable with. She is a fantastic counselor.
Susan Guerra, 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 41 reviews
- Great news, Susan is accepting new clients!
- She is normally fully-booked.
- Speaks English
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in Louisiana
Recent reviews
Susan is the best therapist I’ve had. She truly listens and isn’t afraid to address concerns. She is honest but kind. She is very knowledgeable and great at giving advice and guidance. She takes my thoughts, feelings, and struggles into consideration every session.
More about Susan
- 28 years' experience
- Female
- LCSW
I have been a Licensed Clinical Social Worker for 24 years and am currently licensed in Louisiana. I offer work and life experiences in a variety of areas. I have worked extensively with but not limited to clients with the following issues: medical, chronic illness, end of life, transplant, caregiver fatigue, mental health, chronic depression, severe anxiety, Bipolar, Schizophrenia, personality disorders, eating disorders, substance abuse/addiction, women's issues, domestic violence, sexual trauma, homelessness, and previous incarceration. My work has been conducted within home health, hospice, psychiatric hospitals, outpatient clinics, residential substance abuse, residential women's shelters, mental health counseling centers, home, and school environments.
I feel that I offer a compassionate and non-judgmental approach in which the focus is on the best plan of care for your individual needs. I believe that there is no "cookie cutter" way in which to help people and that everyone has individualized circumstances and needs. I also offer all learning modalities so that you have the best and most effective learning environment in order for you to be able to actively apply and develop the coping strategies that you need to be successful in achieving your vision for your life.
I feel that I offer realistic solutions to real-life issues and welcome the opportunity to assist you in achieving your authentic and healthy self!
Specialties
Treatment Approaches
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
- Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)
- Mindfulness Therapy
- Motivational Interviewing
- Solution-Focused Therapy
- Trauma-Focused Therapy
Licenses
Susan Guerra's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1538526652.
- LCSW · Louisiana · 4628 · Expires August 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 Guerra
All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.
Overall rating:
I’ve only just started working with Susan but she has so far provided me with excellent care. I’m so grateful for the many resources and above-and-beyond mentality she approaches my treatment with. She makes me feel very safe, cared for and in very good hands. She truly offers a comprehensive approach to my therapy and I’ve already felt so my progress in my journey since starting with her. She’s very communicative, compassionate, and knowledgeable. I feel really lucky to work with her and follow her guidance as I heal and grow at a pace that I feel comfortable with. She is a fantastic counselor.
Susan is the best therapist I’ve had. She truly listens and isn’t afraid to address concerns. She is honest but kind. She is very knowledgeable and great at giving advice and guidance. She takes my thoughts, feelings, and struggles into consideration every session.
Our sessions are so helpful. She’s always giving me tools, ideas, tasks to enhance my progress. She’s flexible and very encouraging. Happy to have found her.
It makes me feel better knowing she has some personal experiences with Jehovah's Witnesses. It helps with my trauma and how it has effected me.
She’s a good listener and she doesn’t coddle you. I appreciate that.
Susan has helped me tremendously. She is a great listener and gives great advice. She’s the best!
I’m happy to be starting Therapy with Susan Guerra. I was happy with our first session. Looking forward to our next session.
Susan is awesome and is always listening to my concerns and needs ! I look forward to every session
I feel like she has been assisting me a lot. She tries a variety of ways to help me through breathing exercises and routines and things to try with my mental health. I appreciate her for it.
Excellent listening skills, compassionate therapist
Susan, has made a difference in my life. She is a good listener and holds me accountable. I feel very comfortable and safe with her.
Susan is supportive and challenges me to be the best me I can be BUT she also respects my need to move at my own pace.
Very attentive, and it’s appreciated.
I’ve only seen Susan for two sessions so far, but I really feel seen and heard for the first time in a long time. “You’re not making something out of nothing. You need to see that your trauma is real.” That hit. So far I’m really happy with Susan and her help.
Susan Guerra is very insightful and understanding. She is amazing during crisis moments and also very helpful in building new behaviors and making real change that help make your life better.
Susan is a great listener and gives really good advice and is nonjudgmental. I would highly recommend her to anyone experiencing a family or personal crisis.
I’ve never had a therapist that is so communicative and responsive. Always checking in on me too. It’s very much appreciated
Susan is very thoughtful and I feel cared for in every session. She tries to really understand me and makes it a commitment to help me improve.
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I have had 4 therapists before Susan. One of them was excellent, but short term. Susan, however, has gone above and beyond to make sure that my needs are met in therapy and that my goals are clear and realistic. She reaches out several times a week to make sure I’m doing well and to see if I need anything. She assigns me helpful exercises and responds to the journal entries I send her. She also reminds me to be proud of my accomplishment. She supports and encourages me in all I do and pushes me to take the steps I need to, even when they’re challenging, to meet my mental health goals. Susan has amazing knowledge and experience with many of things I am going through and need therapy for, including trauma and BPD. She has also helped me a lot with codependency issues and learning CBT and DBT skills. I would highly recommend Susan to anyone in need of therapy, but especially young women with BPD or PTSD. Thank you, Susan for all you do!
Susan is a great therapist she listens and understands me better then I do myself . I consider Susan to be a friend who I never met and I look forward to all of our sessions
Susan is a God send! He methods are amazing, she’s non judgmental, and is really trying to help me get to the root of my problems, not just treat the symptoms, so to speak. I feel so hopeful after our sessions!!!
She is a very thoughtful therapist dedicated to helping me in this journey of healing and recovery. I have a lot of respect for her consistency, empathy and understanding. I am glad to have her support :). I highly recommend her.
Susan has been a lifesaver for me. She is very professional and has given me some great advice and techniques to help me through some rough times. She is a great listener as well. Highly, highly recommend her!
Susan is very understanding and nonjudgmental. She gives me confidence to do/be better and I would recommend her to anyone :)
She understands me so well, and it feels like she's a best friend that I've had a good relationship with for a long time. She makes it feel as though we've known each other for years and we are just picking up our conversation. I love it so much.
Susan has been the most amazing therapist I could have asked for. Not sure what to expect as a newcomer to therapy sessions, Susan soon put me at ease and I knew from our first meeting that I was very lucky to have her. She is incredibly thoughtful and kind in the way she works with her patients, and she deeply listens to find the best solutions. The growth I experienced from our sessions was greater than I could have imagined. I highly recommend Susan to anyone looking for an amazing therapist!
I have had a wonderful experience with Susan. I look forward to our sessions.
Susan is fantastic. She has the perfect balance of active listening and advising that I needed to sort through my thoughts. There are so many "words of wisdom" that I write down at each session and use to support my journey or others.
It’s my first time with therapy and Susan has made the process welcoming to me. I definitely feel in good hands.
Susan has been a huge help to me. She always responds quickly and is very supportive.
Susan genuinely cares and wants to help. She is very considerate and always responds promptly. She's not just respectful, but she helps you learn to respect yourself too. She asks what you need from her and she delivers!
Awesome!
One of the best decisions I have made this year is to sign up for betterhelp and work with Susan. She is extremely responsive, dedicated to her wok, and responsible. It’s only been about two months that I have been doing therapy with her and I already see improvements in my mild anxiety & depression, self-esteem, codependency and fearful avoidant attachment style. My career, health, and personal relationships have improved. I am looking forward to completing the needed sessions with her and seeing even more improvements overall. It can be difficult to find a therapist that works well with you, hence why I am thankful to have this opportunity.
Susan hands down is like a breathe of fresh air and made my decision to get therapy much less nerve racking the thing is I had no idea who I would be paired with and I’m so glad it was Susan . She not only is professional but she makes talking about things feel so easy !
Just started my therapy journey and at first I was scared of another person knowing my personal stuff, but speaking with Susan feels like i am talking to a long distance friend that I can tell her all that is going on in my life and she is there to listen and to give solutions to whatever problems I am facing without judging me.
Susan is wonderful!
Susan is great. She attentive, patient, and helps me steer in the right direction. I think she deserves a pay raise.
Susan is very supportive of my needs and wants during therapy. Susan has amazing insight into specific topics and utilizes a variety of interventions.
Susan is excellent at listening and working with you on your goals that you want to achieve through therapy. A very kind, genuine person that not only wants to help, but goes out of her way to make you feel like you're not just another patient to her.
I feel very comfortable with Susan even after our first session! I feel very welcome into the community with her by my side and supporting me.
Frequently asked questions
Does Susan Guerra offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Susan Guerra 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 Guerra speak?
Susan Guerra speaks English.
How many years of experience does Susan Guerra have?
Susan Guerra has 28 years of experience.
Where is Susan Guerra licensed to practice?
Susan Guerra is licensed to practice in Louisiana.
Does Susan Guerra accept clients outside of the United States?
Yes, Susan Guerra accepts 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 Guerra offer?
Susan Guerra offers clients Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Trauma-Focused Therapy.
How can I communicate with Susan Guerra?
Susan Guerra 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 Guerra?
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