Susan Davis , LPC

Susan Davis is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing in Oregon with six years of clinical experience. The LPC credential indicates a state license to provide professional counseling services. She draws from a range of therapeutic methods, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Motivational Interviewing, and elements of positive psychology to tailor care to each person's needs.

Susan has supported people coping with stress and anxiety, addictions and process-related problems, trauma and abuse, anger, mood disorders including bipolar disorder, and challenges with self-esteem and depression. Her work has also included support for Veterans, individuals living with serious persistent mental illness, people with personality disorders, and those facing co-occurring conditions. She also addresses concerns related to sexuality and gender, including gender dysphoria and LGBT-related issues, as well as relationship styles like polyamory and other non-monogamous arrangements.

She aims to create an open, nonjudgmental space where thoughts and feelings can be shared safely. Susan focuses on practical skills and values-driven change while honoring each person’s background and lived experience. She recognizes that beginning therapy takes courage and honors that first step toward support and growth.

Therapeutic Approaches for Online Care

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people clarify personal values and take committed steps toward a meaningful life even when difficult thoughts and feelings are present. It is often used for anxiety, stress, and challenges that involve avoidance or uncertainty.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying and shifting unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns. CBT is commonly used for anxiety, depression, mood concerns, and many everyday stressors, offering practical tools to change how situations are approached.

Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) teaches skills for managing intense emotions, improving interpersonal effectiveness, and increasing distress tolerance. It can be helpful for emotional regulation, anger, and patterns that feel overwhelming.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Susan works collaboratively with each person to determine which methods fit best based on their goals, needs, and preferences, adjusting the plan as progress unfolds. Licensed professionals and therapists often combine strategies to create a personalized plan.

Online therapy through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging offers flexibility for scheduling and communication style. These options make it easier to access consistent support from home, work, or while traveling, and they allow clients to choose the format that feels most comfortable for each session.