Susan Briggs, LPC
Calm, practical counseling for life stressors
Details
| Name | Susan Briggs |
|---|---|
| Credentials | LPC |
| Based in | Pennsylvania |
| Licensed in | Pennsylvania |
| Session format | Online |
| Languages | English |
| Years in practice | 15 |
About Susan
Susan Briggs is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) based in Pennsylvania with 15 years of clinical experience. She helps people who feel overwhelmed by stress, anxiety, low mood, or struggles with self-esteem. Many come when relationships feel strained or when past trauma keeps returning.
She offers a calm, nonjudgmental space where clients can speak honestly about what matters most. In sessions she focuses on practical steps and clearer stories about problems.
Background and approach
She uses Narrative Therapy to help people separate themselves from painful experiences and rewrite how those experiences fit into their lives. She also draws on Client-Centered methods to follow each person’s pace and priorities, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to work on thoughts and behaviors that keep distress going.
Susan pays attention to common life strains like caregiver stress, control issues, guilt, and isolation. She supports people facing midlife questions, relationship communication problems, and social anxiety. She also addresses concerns many women raise about purpose and self-worth.
Her work is straightforward and conversational. Sessions look at what’s happening now and what small, manageable changes might help. The pace and focus are decided together so therapy matches each person’s goals.
To begin, Susan asks people to try one step at a time and notice what shifts. She values clear, honest talk and practical tools that people can use between sessions.
What this therapist works with
Her listing names Stress, Anxiety, Relationship issues, Trauma and abuse among the things Susan works with, alongside the areas below.
- Stress, Anxiety
- Relationship issues
- Trauma and abuse
- Self esteem
- Depression
- Caregiver issues and stress
- Communication problems
- Control issues
- Forgiveness
- Guilt and shame
- Isolation / loneliness
- Life purpose
- Midlife crisis
- Social anxiety and phobia
- Women's issues
Approaches listed
- Narrative Therapy: Named in her listing among her approaches.
- Client-Centered Therapy: Listed by Susan among the ways she works.
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT): Listed by Susan among the ways she works.
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT): Listed by Susan among the ways she works.
- Motivational Interviewing: Listed by Susan among the ways she works.
- Solution-Focused Therapy: Listed by Susan among the ways she works.
- Training stated: This directory copies the approaches a therapist names and does not check training records. Ask Susan directly how much of the work is narrative and what a session usually looks like.
Narrative Therapy in this listing
Narrative Therapy appears in this therapist's own list of approaches. That tells you it is part of how she works. It does not tell you how much of a session it shapes, and this directory does not check or rate training.
If a narrative approach is what you are looking for, it is worth asking Susan directly how she uses it and what a session usually looks like.
Online session options
Therapeutic approaches and online care that fit your life
Online sessions can use Narrative Therapy to help people separate themselves from painful stories and rewrite how those stories affect daily life. This approach can be useful for trauma, shame, and repeating patterns that feel stuck. Client-Centered Therapy offers a respectful, nonjudgmental space where the person's own goals guide the work; it helps when someone needs a supportive listener and gentle reflection. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, focuses on practical skills to identify and change unhelpful thoughts and behaviors, which often helps with anxiety, depression, and social fears.Choosing the right approach is part of the process. The therapist will talk with each person about their goals and preferences and then try methods that match those needs. Goals, pace, and techniques are decided together so the plan stays practical and relevant.
Online formats include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. Video calls let people see facial cues and have longer in-depth conversations. Phone sessions require less bandwidth and can fit into a busy day. Live chat and text messaging work well for quick check-ins, ongoing support between sessions, or when writing feels easier than speaking. These options make it simpler to schedule regular meetings and keep working on goals from wherever you are in Pennsylvania.
Common questions about this listing
What concerns does she address?
Susan helps people manage stress, anxiety, depression, and self-esteem struggles. She also focuses on relationship strain, trauma and abuse, and issues like guilt, isolation, and midlife challenges.
What is her style in therapy?
Her style is conversational and down-to-earth. She blends Narrative and Client-Centered ideas with practical techniques to change thinking and behavior.
How much experience does she bring?
She has 15 years of professional experience working with people facing a range of emotional and life challenges.
What credentials and where is she licensed?
She holds the LPC credential, which stands for Licensed Professional Counselor, and is licensed in Pennsylvania.
Which languages and international clients are supported?
Sessions are offered in English. International clients are not currently accepted.
What session formats are available?
She offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to fit different needs and schedules.
How does cost and billing work?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability. Sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I get started with therapy?
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Contacting this therapist
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