- Trauma recovery
- Child and adolescent support
- Evidence-based care
About Susan
Susan Clark is a licensed marriage and family therapist (LMFT) practicing in California with nine years of clinical experience. She focuses on helping young children, adolescents, and young adults who are dealing with trauma, victimization, and recovery from sex trafficking, as well as common childhood behavior challenges. Her aim is to make therapy comfortable and approachable so young people feel seen and heard.
Susan uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques tailored to each person’s needs. She works on stress, anxiety, grief, self-esteem, attention and concentration, and trauma and abuse. Sessions emphasize practical skills for coping, building resilience, and improving daily functioning.
She places particular value on early intervention during childhood and adolescence. Susan believes these stages offer strong opportunities for change, so she focuses on helping young people develop tools that last. She pays attention to motivation, confidence, memory, and concentration as part of that work.
In sessions she aims to create a comfortable and even playful environment when appropriate. Her approach is collaborative and paced to the young person’s readiness. Families and caregivers are involved when it helps the young person’s progress.
Susan invites anyone considering therapy to take the first step by completing the intake questionnaire and scheduling a session. The initial matching process helps connect each person with a therapist who fits their needs.
Susan uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques tailored to each person’s needs. She works on stress, anxiety, grief, self-esteem, attention and concentration, and trauma and abuse. Sessions emphasize practical skills for coping, building resilience, and improving daily functioning.
She places particular value on early intervention during childhood and adolescence. Susan believes these stages offer strong opportunities for change, so she focuses on helping young people develop tools that last. She pays attention to motivation, confidence, memory, and concentration as part of that work.
In sessions she aims to create a comfortable and even playful environment when appropriate. Her approach is collaborative and paced to the young person’s readiness. Families and caregivers are involved when it helps the young person’s progress.
Susan invites anyone considering therapy to take the first step by completing the intake questionnaire and scheduling a session. The initial matching process helps connect each person with a therapist who fits their needs.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAging and geriatric issuesAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeAvoidant personalityBlended family issuesBody imageCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityCodependencyCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)DissociationDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFirst responder issuesForgivenessGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameHoardingHospice and end-of-life counselingImmigration issuesImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksPersonality disordersPhobiasPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Self-harmSelf-loveSex addictionSexual assault and abuseSexual dysfunctionSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaSomatizationTraumatic brain injuryTrichotillomaniaWomen's issuesYoung adult issues
Experience
9+ years
Credentials
California
Languages
English
How evidence-based techniques translate to online care
Many of the evidence-based techniques Susan uses focus on concrete skills and structured practices. For example, cognitive-behavioral informed methods help people spot unhelpful thinking patterns and practice different responses, which can reduce anxiety and improve mood. Trauma-informed strategies emphasize safety, pacing, and teaching grounding skills to manage distress and build resilience.Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will work with each young person or caregiver to identify goals, try techniques, and adjust the plan based on what helps most. Sessions can include practice exercises, check-ins about progress, and guidance on using skills in daily life.
Session formats are not specified in the original biography, so confirm current options before booking. Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into busy schedules, allow shorter check-ins between in-person visits, and reduce travel time. It can also help when quieter surroundings or lower bandwidth are needed, depending on the format offered. Discuss practical preferences during the matching process to find an arrangement that fits daily life.
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she commonly address?
Susan works with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, self esteem, and ADHD-related issues. She also supports people facing attachment issues, body image, caregiver stress, chronic illness, and communication problems.
What is her general approach to therapy?
She uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques tailored to each young person. Sessions focus on practical skills, coping strategies, and building resilience over time.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has nine years of professional experience working with children, adolescents, and young adults. That experience includes trauma recovery and behavior-focused work.
What credentials and region apply to this therapist?
She is a licensed marriage and family therapist, LMFT, licensed in California.
Which languages are offered for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with her?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How are fees and billing handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability, and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I get started with therapy?
Use the Start Therapy button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a session according to therapist availability.