- Stress and anxiety
- Trauma and abuse
- Self esteem
About Susan
Susan Etter is an LCPC (Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor) licensed in Illinois and an LPC (Licensed Professional Counselor) in Wisconsin with 15 years of experience. She focuses on stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, self-esteem, depression, and coping with life changes. Susan also lists social anxiety and phobia among her areas of focus.
Susan helps people talk through difficult feelings and unwanted patterns. She encourages clear communication and practical steps that a person can try between sessions. Conversations are straightforward and paced to each person's comfort level.
Her work includes addressing issues such as abandonment, attachment concerns, and communication problems. She also helps people facing guilt, shame, control issues, isolation, and questions about life purpose. Post-traumatic stress and recovery after abuse are included in her experience.
Susan uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques to guide sessions. She explains options and helps people choose approaches that fit their situation. The emphasis is on learning skills and testing what works in everyday life.
People who come for social anxiety and phobia often start by describing specific situations that feel hard, such as speaking up or meeting new people. Susan outlines small, concrete steps to practice and reviews what helped or did not help at the next meeting. This keeps work focused and easy to track.
Therapeutic methods and working online
Evidence-based therapeutic techniques can look different depending on the concern. Cognitive approaches help people notice and try out different thoughts in social situations, which can reduce avoidance and improve confidence. Skills-based work focuses on practical tools - for example breathing or behavioral experiments - that people practice between sessions to test what helps. Trauma-focused techniques concentrate on stabilizing symptoms and building coping skills before working through difficult memories.Choosing a method is a collaborative process. The therapist will explain likely options, watch how a person responds, and adjust the approach based on needs and goals. Together they plan small, manageable steps and review results in later meetings to refine the approach.
Session formats are not listed in the biography, so confirm current online options before booking. In general, remote sessions can make it easier to fit therapy around work, commute, or childcare, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and reduce travel time. Licensed professionals can guide what format best supports the work while keeping pacing and practicalities in mind.
Areas of expertise
Additional focus areas
Experience
15+ years
Listed in
Illinois, Wisconsin
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she regularly address?
Susan works with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, self-esteem, depression, and coping with life changes, and she also focuses on social anxiety and phobia.
What is her general approach in sessions?
She uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques and focuses on clear conversation and practical steps people can use between meetings.
How much clinical experience does she have?
Susan has 15 years of professional work experience in counseling and related clinical care.
What are her credentials and where is she based?
She holds LCPC and LPC credentials and is licensed in Illinois and Wisconsin, with practice linked to Illinois.
Which languages are supported in sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients meet with her?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
How does payment and cost work?
Cost varies with location; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What are the steps to start working together?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.