Susann Adams, LCSW-C

Susann Adams is a Licensed Certified Social Worker-Clinical (LCSW-C) practicing in Maryland with 25 years of experience. She helps people who are struggling with stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma and abuse, and depression. Her way of working is straightforward and down-to-earth. She focuses on what matters most to each person and starts from where they are in life.

She believes clients are the experts on their own stories and brings that view into every session. Treatment is built around the goals the client sets, rather than forcing a fixed plan. That can mean supporting someone who is still using substances while they work toward addiction goals, or offering shorter sessions for someone who feels very anxious at first.

Susann draws on a mix of approaches to match a person’s needs, including client-centered work, cognitive behavioral tools, dialectical-behavioral techniques, motivational interviewing, and narrative strategies. She uses practical exercises and focused conversation to help people change patterns and manage symptoms. Sessions aim to be clear, goal-oriented, and respectful of each person’s pace.

Her background includes many years of clinical practice and roles connected to veterans and the legal system. This experience informs how she talks about trauma, coping, and navigating systems outside therapy. Her practice centers on helping people find steady progress, even when change feels slow.

If you want to begin, the process starts online by selecting the Start Therapy button and completing a short matching questionnaire to schedule sessions according to therapist availability.

How therapeutic approaches shape online work

Client-centered therapy focuses on listening and following the client’s lead. A therapist using this approach creates space for people to tell their story and identify goals that feel meaningful to them. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, breaks problems into thoughts, feelings, and actions and uses practical exercises to change unhelpful patterns. CBT often helps with anxiety, depression, and stress by teaching specific skills to manage symptoms.

Finding the right method is part of the work. The therapist will discuss different approaches and try to match methods to the client’s needs, goals, and preferences. That process is collaborative and can shift as progress is made or goals change.

The practical benefits of online therapy include easier scheduling and fitting sessions into a busy week. Online work can make it simpler to check in during a shorter break, avoid travel time, or use audio-only communication if that feels better. Because this profile did not list specific session formats, confirm the available options before booking to make sure they fit your routine and needs.