Dr. Futeral is by far the most helpful and caring mental health professional that I have encountered and she has been helping me immensely. I’ve dealt with a lot of inattentive therapists and I stopped going for a while because of that. But ever since I started seeing dr. Futeral about eight or nine months ago, I’ve but looking forward to our appointments, and really enjoying and benefiting from therapy again. She’s the best and I would highly recommend her to anyone. You can tell she really loves her job and cares deeply about people and honestly has single-handedly restored my faith in therapy. :)
Dr. Susan (Sue) Futeral, LCSW-C
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.
- 4.5 stars
- Clients are very satisfied with Susan. View 7 reviews
- Speaks English
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in Maryland
Recent reviews
Very sweet, listens and communicates well, helps with solving life term goals. Improving my anxiety about future impacts
More about Susan
- 33 years' experience
- Female
- LCSW-C
I am licensed in Maryland with 33 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, & eating disorders. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage and I am proud of you for getting started!
Specialties
Stress
Anxiety
Relationship issues
Trauma and abuse
Eating disorders
Depression
Addictions
LGBT
Family conflicts
Grief
Intimacy-related issues
Sleeping disorders
Parenting issues
Anger management
Self esteem
Career difficulties
Bipolar disorder
Coping with life changes
Compassion fatigue
ADHD
Coping with natural or human-caused disaster
First responder issues
Gender dysphoria
Hoarding
Immigration issues
Veteran and Armed Forces Issues
Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD
Phobias
Polyamory / non-monogamous relationships
Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)
Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
Sexual assault and abuse
Somatization
Treatment Approaches
- Attachment-Based Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Hypnotherapy
- Mindfulness Therapy
- Solution-Focused Therapy
- Trauma-Focused Therapy
Licenses
Dr. Susan (Sue) Futeral's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1902078348.
- LCSW-C · Maryland · 04787 · Expires October 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 Dr. Susan (Sue) Futeral
All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.
Overall rating:
Dr. Futeral is by far the most helpful and caring mental health professional that I have encountered and she has been helping me immensely. I’ve dealt with a lot of inattentive therapists and I stopped going for a while because of that. But ever since I started seeing dr. Futeral about eight or nine months ago, I’ve but looking forward to our appointments, and really enjoying and benefiting from therapy again. She’s the best and I would highly recommend her to anyone. You can tell she really loves her job and cares deeply about people and honestly has single-handedly restored my faith in therapy. :)
Very sweet, listens and communicates well, helps with solving life term goals. Improving my anxiety about future impacts
Dr. Futeral is friendly, knowledgeable, and professional. Her experience informs her counseling well, and she is often quite empathetic with me. I always look forward to meeting with her!
Dr. Sue is a great listener, knows how to help you see the positives without minimising your issues, and has a good understanding of the rapidly changing and nuanced landscape of the LGBT community. One of the first therapists I have met that helps me with “trans” issues without ignoring my other concerns. She can pivot seamlessly and is a lovely person to talk to! I would recommend her to anybody, LGBT or not.
She is very caring and great at her job she truly cares about people and definitely the best therapist I’ve had and I’ve had over a decade of experience.
Dr. Futeral has been very helpful to me so far. I am having family issues and she helps me figure out ways I can help myself. She is understanding and tells me things I need to hear. I would recommend her as a therapist.
She brings a lot of clinical experience and expertise and uses it to create and individualized action plan for clients
Frequently asked questions
Does Dr. Susan (Sue) Futeral offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Dr. Susan (Sue) Futeral 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 Dr. Susan (Sue) Futeral speak?
Dr. Susan (Sue) Futeral speaks English.
How many years of experience does Dr. Susan (Sue) Futeral have?
Dr. Susan (Sue) Futeral has 33 years of experience.
Where is Dr. Susan (Sue) Futeral licensed to practice?
Dr. Susan (Sue) Futeral is licensed to practice in Maryland.
Does Dr. Susan (Sue) Futeral accept clients outside of the United States?
No, Dr. Susan (Sue) Futeral 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 Dr. Susan (Sue) Futeral offer?
Dr. Susan (Sue) Futeral offers clients Attachment-Based Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Hypnotherapy, Mindfulness Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Trauma-Focused Therapy.
How can I communicate with Dr. Susan (Sue) Futeral?
Dr. Susan (Sue) Futeral 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 Dr. Susan (Sue) Futeral?
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.