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Dr. Susan Harris, LPC

Integrative counselor for addiction and mental health
  • Client-centered approach
  • Addiction and mental health
  • Skill-building and coping strategies

About Dr. Susan Harris

Dr. Susan Harris is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) based in Arizona with 25 years of experience working across addiction and mental health. She combines a long history in addiction treatment with extensive mental health practice to address the interconnected nature of substance use, gambling, and emotional wellbeing. Dr. Harris emphasizes treating the physical, emotional, and spiritual dimensions of a person's life rather than isolating symptoms.

Her approach is eclectic and client-centered, meeting people where they are and tailoring interventions to each individual’s needs. As a person-centered counselor, she supports clients in learning practical skills and strategies that improve coping, relationships, and overall quality of life. She values collaborative work and helps clients develop tools to manage stress, anxiety, trauma, grief, addictive behaviors, and mood concerns.

Dr. Harris explains her LPC credential as a state license that qualifies her to provide professional mental health counseling. She works from a perspective that integrates evidence-based techniques with compassionate support and a focus on skill development. Dr. Harris is currently not accepting clients.

Areas of Expertise

Also Specializes In

Relationship issuesAnger managementBipolar disorderDepressionCoping with life changes

Additional Focus Areas

AbandonmentAging and geriatric issuesCaregiver issues and stressCodependencyCommunication problemsDrug and alcohol addictionFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsGuilt and shameMood disordersPost-traumatic stressProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Self-loveSexual assault and abuseSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issues

Therapeutic Approach

Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Dr. Susan Harris have?

Dr. Susan Harris has 25 years of experience.

Is Dr. Susan Harris a licensed therapist?

Yes. She holds the LPC credential and maintains these license details: OR LPC C6783, AZ LPC 22631.

In which languages does Dr. Susan Harris provide therapy?

Dr. Susan Harris provides therapy in English.

Where is Dr. Susan Harris located?

Dr. Susan Harris is located in Arizona.

How can I work with Dr. Susan Harris as my therapist?

You can work with Dr. Susan Harris through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Dr. Susan Harris work with international clients?

Dr. Susan Harris does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Dr. Susan Harris 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

Dr. Susan Harris draws on client-centered therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), and dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) to guide online work. Client-centered therapy focuses on empathetic listening and collaboration, helping people feel understood and supported while they explore their goals and values. CBT helps identify unhelpful thoughts and behaviors and teaches practical strategies to reduce anxiety, depression, and patterns that maintain addiction or stress. DBT emphasizes emotional regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness, which can be especially helpful for intense mood swings, relationship difficulties, and coping with strong urges.

Finding the right therapeutic approach is part of the process. Dr. Susan Harris works collaboratively with each person to determine which methods match their needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting techniques over time to support progress. Licensed professionals and therapists often combine elements of these approaches to create a personalized plan.

Online therapy with Dr. Harris is offered through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, providing flexible options to fit varied schedules and circumstances. These remote formats increase accessibility, make it easier to maintain continuity of care, and allow clients to engage in skill practice and support from locations that work best for them.

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