About Susie

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and a Masters level Social Worker and a Masters Level School Counselor. I am a  mother of two grown children and wife to an amazing partner. I received my Bachelor's degree in Psychology (1996);  Master's Degree in Social Work (1999) from The Ohio State University; and a Master's in School Counseling from George Mason University (2018). I received my certification in Sex Addiction Therapy from the International Institute for Trauma and Addiction Professionals enabling me to work with those who experience out of control sexual behaviors and partners of those with such addictive compulsions. I enjoy traveling, cooking, walking, being an active member in my church community and spending time with my family. 

I am an certified in Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR), Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy Level 1, Trauma and the treatment of Anxiety and Depression. I also am a Certified Sex Addiction Therapist (CSAT) treating sex/porn addicts and their partners. Certified Couples Betrayal Recovery Therapist (CCBRT) specializing in supporting the coupleship after sexual addiction and betrayal trauma.  I work with a very warm humanistic and existential approach. I walk with you through your journey of healing, supporting you through your trauma and life experiences. My goal is to help you become an individual who is known and deeply knows others. 

Regardless of what brings you here, you've taken the courageous first step of seeking the healing you need to move forward. I am  honored to take the journey towards healing with you.