Susan Johnson, LMHC — Therapist in Washington

Hi there, I'm Susan!

I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) with over 25 years of experience helping individuals navigate trauma, emotional challenges, and life transitions. I hold a PhD in Psychology and have extensive experience working with survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, and trauma.

My focus

I especially enjoy working with individuals who are open to personal growth, curious about themselves, and motivated to take steps — big or small — toward healing, balance, and lasting change. My role is not to “fix” you, but to walk alongside you, support your insight and growth, and help you build on the strengths you already have.

My approach

My approach to therapy is person-centered, trauma-informed, compassionate, and down to earth. I believe healing begins in a safe and supportive environment where clients feel heard, respected, and understood. I strive to meet each person where they are and work collaboratively to help them build resilience, develop coping skills, and thrive.

My communication style

My communication style is warm, authentic, compassionate, and approachable. I communicate in a way that helps people feel safe, respected, and understood while also remaining grounded and professional. As a trauma-informed and person-centered therapist, my style reflects empathy, curiosity, and collaboration rather than judgment or authority.

My journey to mental healthcare

I was drawn to counseling through a desire to support people who are struggling with trauma, life transitions, and emotional pain. My own experiences taught me the importance of feeling seen, supported, and empowered in the healing process. Today, I strive to offer that same compassion and hope to the clients I work with.

My goals for you

I help my clients reach their goals by creating a safe, supportive, and collaborative environment where they feel heard, understood, and empowered to grow. Together, we identify strengths, explore challenges, and develop practical strategies that support meaningful and lasting change.

Our first session

My goal in the first session is not only to understand your situation, but also to help you begin feeling supported, understood, and hopeful about the counseling process. Together, we will start identifying your goals, strengths, and the areas of life where you would like to experience healing, growth, or change.

I identify as...

Female
Caucasian or White
Christian

Expertise

Treatment approaches

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Dialectical (DBT)

Expressive Arts

Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)

Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT)

+ 13 more

Focus populations

Educators

Police/Fire/First Responders

Single Mother

LGBTQIA+

+ 4 more

Therapy types

Individual Therapy

Ages served

Adults

Practice

Accepted insurance providers

Aetna
Allegiance
Allied
Arlo
Ascension-SmartHealth

+ 12 more

Languages spoken

English

Education

Doctor of Philosophy (PHD) in General Psychology from Capella University and a Masters of Education (MED) in Counseling for the Community & Social Agency from Whitworth College.

Sessions

60 minutes

Virtual sessions

Susan Johnson