Susan Scalzo, LCSW — Therapist in California

Hi there, I'm Susan!

I am an LCSW dedicated to helping clients in a variety of settings to make life improvements.

My focus

I work with adults dealing with depression, anxiety, relationship problems, PTSD, and grief and loss. I am also knowledgeable in substance abuse recovery, but I've had the best success with clients motivated to get clean and sober.

My approach

I am trained in short-term psychodynamic and cognitive-behavioral techniques. I believe a good therapist is a teacher who helps clients understand the thoughts and emotions that, in turn, affect their behavior.

My communication style

Initially, I will ask questions to understand how, what, and why my client is seeking therapy. I will work collaboratively with my client to set mutually agreed-upon goals. I will give empathy and support, but I can also be directive if needed. I'm not one of those counselors that just sits back and nods!

My goals for you

Treatment goals are mutually agreed upon but may be altered if necessary. I would revisit at intervals whether or not the client feels I am helping him/her, and how their progress is moving or not towards their goals.

I identify as...

Female
American Indian or Alaska Native, Asian, Biracial or Multiracial, Black or African American, Caucasian or White, Hispanic or Latinx, Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
Agnostic, Buddhist, Christian, Interfaith, Jewish, Muslim, Non-denominational, Spiritual

Expertise

Specialties

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Treatment approaches

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Psychodynamic

Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)

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Focus populations

Body Positivity

LGBTQIA+

Recovery/12 Step Friendly

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Therapy types

Individual Therapy

Ages served

Adults

Practice

Accepted insurance providers

Aetna
Allegiance
Allied
Arlo (Cigna)
Centivo

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Languages spoken

English

Sessions

60 minutes

Virtual sessions

Susan Scalzo