Business Details
25 Years
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Emergency
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Compassionate Counseling Services for Personal Growth
I am a licensed clinical psychologist with over two decades of experience in private practice, dedicated to helping individuals achieve meaningful personal growth and emotional well-being. Since 2001, I have worked with clients aged 16 and older to address a wide range of challenges, including anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, and life transitions. My therapeutic approach emphasizes personalized care, tailoring evidence-based techniques to each client's unique history and needs. Whether addressing specific concerns through short-term therapy or exploring deeper issues over an extended period, I prioritize creating a supportive environment for self-discovery. I offer both in-person sessions at my Downers Grove office and teletherapy services across multiple states, ensuring accessibility for diverse clients.With expertise in cognitive-behavioral, psychodynamic, and mindfulness-based modalities, I help clients develop practical skills for improved communication, emotional regulation, and decision-making. My practice maintains strict adherence to ethical standards, with transparent billing practices and clear insurance guidance. I hold specialized training in trauma-informed care and have successfully supported clients navigating grief, ADHD challenges, and significant life changes. By combining clinical rigor with compassionate listening, I empower individuals to cultivate healthier relationships, enhance self-esteem, and achieve lasting positive change. This commitment to client-centered care has established my practice as a trusted resource for mental health support in the community.
Services
Individual Counseling
Anxiety Treatment
Depression Therapy
Relationship Counseling
ADHD Support
Grief Counseling
Teletherapy Services
Life Transition Coaching
Communication Skills Training
Emotional Regulation Therapy
Details
- Year established: 2001
Highlights and features
- We have over 20 years of experience in clinical psychology
- We offer teletherapy services across 25+ states
- We accept major insurance plans including BCBS and Aetna
- We provide customized treatment plans for each client
- We specialize in evidence-based approaches for anxiety and depression
Services
Individual Counseling
Personalized therapy sessions address specific mental health concerns through tailored treatment plans. Clients explore thought patterns, emotional responses, and behavioral habits in a confidential setting. This approach helps develop coping strategies for anxiety, depression, and life challenges while promoting personal growth and self-awareness.
Anxiety Treatment
Specialized interventions target anxiety symptoms using cognitive-behavioral techniques and mindfulness practices. Clients learn to identify triggers, challenge negative thought patterns, and implement relaxation strategies. Treatment addresses generalized anxiety, social anxiety, and panic disorders through structured skill-building exercises and gradual exposure methods.
Relationship Counseling
Therapeutic focus on improving communication patterns and conflict resolution skills. Clients examine relationship dynamics, set healthy boundaries, and develop emotional intelligence. This service addresses family conflicts, friendship challenges, and romantic relationship difficulties through guided self-reflection and behavioral experimentation.
Teletherapy Services
Secure video sessions provide accessible mental health support across state lines. Clients receive the same quality care through HIPAA-compliant platforms, maintaining continuity for those relocating or living in underserved areas. This service follows strict confidentiality protocols while offering scheduling flexibility for remote clients.
Life Transition Coaching
Guidance through major life changes like career shifts, relocation, or loss. Clients develop resilience strategies, explore new identity roles, and establish practical routines. This service combines solution-focused techniques with emotional support to navigate uncertainty and build confidence during transitional periods.
People
Johnson Susanne
Licensed Clinical Psychologist
Dr. Johnson is a licensed clinical psychologist with over 20 years of experience in private practice. She specializes in evidence-based therapies for anxiety, depression, and life transitions. Her client-centered approach combines cognitive-behavioral, psychodynamic, and mindfulness techniques to create personalized treatment plans that promote lasting emotional growth and resilience.
Questions
What types of therapy services do you offer?
I provide individual counseling for anxiety, depression, relationship issues, ADHD support, grief counseling, and life transition coaching using evidence-based therapeutic approaches.
Do you accept insurance?
I am in-network with Blue Cross Blue Shield PPO, Aetna PPO, Magellan, and Medicare. Out-of-network clients receive receipts for potential reimbursement.
Are teletherapy sessions available?
Yes, I offer teletherapy services to clients in over 25 states participating in the PSYPACT interstate compact for psychological services.
What is your cancellation policy?
Please contact me directly for details about appointment policies and any associated fees for missed sessions.
What mental health issues do you specialize in?
I specialize in treating anxiety disorders, depressive disorders, relationship conflicts, emotional regulation challenges, and adjustment difficulties related to life transitions.
