Susan Russell , LPC

Susan Russell is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing in Michigan with 11 years of clinical experience. She focuses on supporting people facing stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, anger management, low motivation, and challenges with self-esteem and confidence. As an LPC, she brings professional training in assessment and therapy to help clients build practical skills and clearer pathways forward.

Susan approaches each person with respect, sensitivity, and compassion, tailoring conversations and treatment plans to the individual needs and goals of the person she is working with. Her style emphasizes collaboration and empowerment - she aims to guide clients toward tools and insights that enable them to help themselves.

Recognizing that starting therapy takes courage, Susan seeks to create a welcoming, steady environment for that first step and for the ongoing work that follows. She adapts therapeutic methods and pacing to fit what matters most to each client, supporting progress at a sustainable, realistic pace.

Approach-Focused Online Support for Everyday Challenges

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people clarify their values and take meaningful action even when difficult thoughts or feelings arise. It is useful for stress, anxiety, and situations where motivation or direction feels unclear. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thinking patterns and behaviors, offering practical strategies for managing symptoms of anxiety, depression, and anger. Attachment-Based Therapy explores how early relationship patterns influence current relationships and emotional responses, which can be helpful for intimacy-related concerns, relationship conflicts, and trauma-related issues.

Finding the right mix of approaches is part of the therapeutic process. Susan will work collaboratively with each person to determine which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting the plan over time as progress and priorities evolve. This collaborative stance helps ensure the work feels relevant and achievable.

Online therapy offers flexibility and makes it easier to access care from home or another convenient location. Susan provides video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to accommodate different schedules, communication styles, and comfort levels. Licensed professionals can deliver effective, goal-oriented support through these formats, allowing clients to engage in therapy in ways that fit their daily lives.