- Anger management
- Grief and loss
- Self esteem work
About Susan
Susan Gallagher is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) licensed in Washington with eight years of post-licensure experience. She works with adults who are coping with grief, anger, low self-esteem, motivation struggles, and life changes. She also addresses anxiety, stress, ADHD, depression, bipolar concerns, relationship and intimacy-related issues, and related areas.
Susan prefers straightforward sessions where people can name what feels difficult. She uses conversational work to help people notice patterns, try small changes, and track what helps. Sessions aim to be practical rather than full of jargon, with concrete steps to test between meetings.
Her approach draws on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, client-centered methods, Motivational Interviewing, and Solution-Focused Therapy. That mix is used to clarify values, shift unhelpful thoughts, increase motivation, and set achievable goals. She helps people weigh options and pick workable strategies that match their lives.
Susan has supported clients through anger and relationship strain, grief and loss, career stress, and caregiver burden. She also works with issues such as body image, attachment concerns, and sexual expression in kink and BDSM contexts. Her work includes attention to gender dysphoria, LGBT concerns, and communication problems.
Sessions focus on steady progress rather than quick fixes. People can expect a calm, direct style focused on problem solving, skill practice, and honest feedback. To begin, follow the practice's process to match and schedule a first session.
How Susan uses ACT, CBT and client-centered methods online
Susan often draws on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy to help people clarify what matters to them and take small actions that align with those values. ACT helps with persistent anger, grief, and life transitions by focusing on meaningful steps rather than fighting every difficult thought.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy is used to spot unhelpful thought patterns and test alternative responses. CBT gives concrete tools for stress, anxiety, low self-esteem, and anger that can be practiced between sessions. Client-Centered Therapy provides a supportive, nonjudgmental frame where the person leads the topics and pace.
Finding the right mix of approaches is part of the work. The therapist will collaborate with each person to choose methods based on their goals, preferences, and what is actually helping. That means approaches can shift as needs change rather than sticking to a single model.
Session formats are not listed in the biography, so confirm available online options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy week, shorten check-ins during hectic days, or avoid travel time. Therapists and licensed professionals use these formats to keep work practical and manageable while focusing on the goals you set together.
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Experience
8+ years
Listed in
Washington
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does she help with?
Susan works with grief, anger, self-esteem, coping with life changes, ADHD, stress, anxiety, depression, bipolar, relationship and intimacy-related issues, and related topics.
How would you describe her therapeutic style?
She uses a practical, conversational style that focuses on noticing patterns, practicing small changes, and setting achievable goals.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has eight years of professional work experience after licensure as an LMHC in Washington.
What are her credentials and where is she based?
She is an LMHC licensed in Washington and works with clients from that state.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English and she accepts international clients.
What session formats are available?
Session formats are not specified in the biography; please confirm current session options before booking.
How does pricing work?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What is the first step to start working with her?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.