Susan Shaw

My communication style

My communication style is gentle, validating, and loving, but I will also be direct and challenge you to grow.

My journey to mental healthcare

I came from a dysfunctional family and was handed my first self-help book as a teen with the message that it was my responsibility to fix myself. This started a passion for discovery and a search for methods that worked. I learned that nothing was ever wrong with me that couldn't have been repaired by comfort, encouragement, and guidance.

My goals for you

I will ask you what your goals are and seek to understand your reasons for them so that I can be of the greatest service.

Our first session

I will ask you how much time you need to feel comfortable initially and when you are ready to buckle down to do the life-changing work of therapy. I will focus intensely on your goals and, if needed, redirect you toward the goals you have set for yourself.

I identify as...

• Female
• Prefer Not to Respond
• Buddhist, Christian, Spiritual