Sue (Susie) Swartz, LMFT
Client-centered therapist for life transitions
- Strength-based guidance
- Trauma and grief
- Relationship support
About Sue (Susie) Swartz
Sue (Susie) Swartz is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) based in California with 10 years of clinical experience supporting people through difficult transitions and emotional pain. She works with individuals and families facing stress, anxiety, depression, trauma, complicated bereavement, relationship strain, parenting challenges, and issues related to addiction and identity. Sue emphasizes a client-centered practice that highlights each person's strengths while guiding them toward clearer values and more meaningful action.
Sue approaches therapy as a collaborative process and views it as an honor to accompany people as they prepare their minds, bodies, and lives for change. She helps clients identify patterns in thoughts and behaviors that can keep them stuck and partners with them to develop practical strategies for moving forward. Her work draws on approaches that support emotional regulation, stronger relationships, and sustainable growth.
Clients who are ready to engage in honest reflection and to take active steps toward a fuller life will find Sue focused on fostering an authentic, trust-based therapeutic relationship. She aims to help people discover resources they already possess and to build a path toward lasting recovery and improved well-being.
Sue approaches therapy as a collaborative process and views it as an honor to accompany people as they prepare their minds, bodies, and lives for change. She helps clients identify patterns in thoughts and behaviors that can keep them stuck and partners with them to develop practical strategies for moving forward. Her work draws on approaches that support emotional regulation, stronger relationships, and sustainable growth.
Clients who are ready to engage in honest reflection and to take active steps toward a fuller life will find Sue focused on fostering an authentic, trust-based therapeutic relationship. She aims to help people discover resources they already possess and to build a path toward lasting recovery and improved well-being.
Areas of Expertise
Also Specializes In
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAging and geriatric issuesAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeAvoidant personalityBlended family issuesBody imageCancerCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDivorce and separationDomestic violenceEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFertility issuesFirst responder issuesForgivenessGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameHIV / AIDSHoardingHospice and end-of-life counselingImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisMood disordersNarcissismPanic disorder and panic attacksPersonality disordersPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-loveSexual assault and abuseSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaVisually impairedWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Narrative Therapy Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Sue (Susie) Swartz have?
Sue (Susie) Swartz has 10 years of experience.
Is Sue (Susie) Swartz a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds the credential LMFT - Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. License details: CA LMFT 124329.
In which languages does Sue (Susie) Swartz provide therapy?
Sue (Susie) Swartz provides therapy in English.
Where is Sue (Susie) Swartz located?
Sue (Susie) Swartz is located in California.
How can I work with Sue (Susie) Swartz as my therapist?
You can work with Sue (Susie) Swartz through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Sue (Susie) Swartz work with international clients?
Sue (Susie) Swartz does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Sue (Susie) Swartz cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care
Sue (Susie) Swartz integrates several evidence-informed approaches to meet each client's needs. Client-Centered Therapy focuses on empathetic listening and support, helping people explore their own goals and tap into personal strengths to address life transitions, relationship issues, and self-esteem concerns. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps clients acknowledge difficult thoughts and emotions while clarifying values and committing to actions that align with what matters most, which can be useful for stress, anxiety, and stuck patterns. Attachment-Based Therapy examines how early relationship experiences shape current patterns and helps clients build healthier connections and stronger family dynamics.Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Sue collaborates with each person to determine which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences. She adjusts techniques over time so therapy remains focused, practical, and aligned with the client's priorities.
Online therapy options include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, offering flexibility for different schedules and communication styles. These options make it easier to maintain continuity of care, access therapy from home or work, and choose the format that feels most comfortable for the work clients want to do with licensed professionals and therapists.
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