- Stress and anxiety
- Communication help
- Social anxiety focus
About Suzanne
Suzanne Klekner is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in California with 15 years of professional experience. She works with people dealing with stress, anxiety, relationship concerns, family conflict, motivation, self-esteem, and confidence. Suzanne also focuses on communication problems, isolation and loneliness, self-love, and social anxiety and phobia.
She approaches sessions as a collaborative process and treats the person in front of her as the expert on their life. In practical terms that means talking through specific situations, noticing what gets in the way, and building small, doable steps to change how someone reacts to stress and social situations. Suzanne aims to help clients build clearer communication and steadier confidence in everyday moments.
Her background in social work has included diverse settings over 15 years, giving her a range of experience with common life stresses and relationship patterns. She draws on evidence-based therapeutic techniques to guide conversations and practice between sessions. The focus is on skills that can be used outside therapy so progress is practical and visible.
Suzanne keeps language straightforward and sessions goal-focused. She encourages people who are nervous about starting therapy to take a first small step and then reassess how the work is going. Her style is steady and task-oriented, suited to people who want clear ways to handle anxiety, improve connection, and increase self-confidence.
For someone struggling with social anxiety or feeling isolated, Suzanne’s work centers on breaking down situations into manageable actions and improving communication patterns that affect daily life.
Evidence-based techniques and online therapy
Many clients find practical, skills-focused approaches useful for anxiety and relationship concerns. Cognitive-behavioral techniques focus on identifying unhelpful thought patterns and testing them with real-life experiments, which can reduce avoidance and build confidence in social situations. Behavioral strategies concentrate on gradual exposure to feared situations and practicing new responses step by step, helping people feel more capable when facing social challenges.Finding the right mix of approaches is a collaborative process. The therapist will work with each client to choose methods that fit their goals, preferences, and the specific problems they bring to sessions. Progress is reviewed together and techniques are adjusted as needed so the work matches what actually helps.
Session formats are not listed in this profile, so confirm current online options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy day, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and remove travel time so people can use appointment slots around work or caregiving. Licensed professionals can guide clients in choosing whether to focus on exposure practice, thought work, or communication skills during online meetings so the time feels useful and practical.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Experience
15+ years
Listed in
California
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does she help with?
She works with stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflict, self-esteem, career concerns, and social anxiety and phobia.
What is her approach in sessions?
Sessions are collaborative and practical, focusing on clear steps and skills to manage stress, improve communication, and build confidence.
How much experience does she have?
Suzanne has 15 years of professional work experience in social work and clinical settings.
What are her credentials and where is she based?
She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensed in California.
What languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the United States work with her?
She is not currently accepting international clients.
What session formats are available?
Current session formats are not specified in this profile; please confirm the available online or in-person options before booking.
How does cost and scheduling work?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time; to begin, complete the short matching questionnaire and schedule a first session.