- Stress and anxiety
- Relationship patterns
- Attachment concerns
About Susanne
Susanne "Susy" Hoben is an Illinois Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) with 13 years of experience. She helps people who are dealing with stress, anxiety, relationship problems, low self-esteem, depression, and major life changes. She also works with issues related to attachment, abandonment, body image, and some personality and developmental concerns.
Susy focuses on practical conversations that address what is happening now. She invites people to describe their situation and then looks for steps that can reduce stress or improve communication. Sessions are straightforward and aimed at making everyday things feel more manageable.
Her work includes attention to relationship patterns and how past attachments can shape current reactions. She helps people spot repeating habits, understand how those habits affect choices, and practice clearer boundaries and communication. For those dealing with body image, kink culture, or blended family strain, she discusses concrete ways to navigate conversations and expectations.
Susy brings a calm, direct style to sessions and emphasizes collaboration. She encourages small experiments between meetings so people can try new behaviors and see what helps. Progress is measured in practical changes rather than labels.
Her practice is located in Illinois and she conducts sessions in English. People are invited to consider what they want to change and then use a short questionnaire to schedule an initial meeting. The focus is on clear steps that fit daily life, not on long lists of theory.
How evidence-based approaches are used online
Susy draws on evidence-based therapeutic techniques to guide her work. One common approach is practical problem-solving that breaks down overwhelming issues into clear, manageable steps; this helps with stress, anxiety, and everyday coping. Another is work on attachment and relationship patterns, which involves noticing recurring behaviors and practicing alternative responses to improve communication and trust.Finding the right approach is part of the process. She will discuss options with each person and decide together which methods fit their goals and preferences. That collaborative planning includes trying techniques and adjusting them based on what helps most.
If you are considering online sessions, confirm the current session options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy schedule, offer shorter check-ins when time is limited, and avoid travel time. Licensed professionals can use remote sessions to practice communication skills in real-life moments and to support steady progress between meetings.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Experience
13+ years
Listed in
Illinois
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does she help with?
She works with stress, anxiety, relationship problems, self-esteem, depression, and coping with life changes, plus related issues like attachment and body image.
What is her approach in sessions?
Sessions focus on clear, practical conversation and small behavior changes to reduce stress and improve communication.
How long has she been practicing?
She has 13 years of professional experience working with these concerns.
What credential does she hold and where is she located?
She is an Illinois Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) and practices in Illinois.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with her?
She is not accepting international clients at this time.
How are sessions scheduled and what does it cost?
Cost varies with location; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin the process?
Click the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.