Susan Kates, LMFT
- Trauma and addiction
- Family and relationship work
- 30 years experience
About Susan Kates
Susan integrates Solution-Focused Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and trauma-informed approaches to tailor care to each person’s needs. She is also certified in Smart Recovery, a program focused on supporting individuals working through chemical dependency. In sessions she emphasizes an open, nonjudgmental atmosphere where thoughts and feelings can be explored honestly and safely.
Susan recognizes the courage it takes to pursue change and aims to support and empower each person through that process. Her practice addresses a broad spectrum of concerns including relationship and family issues, grief and loss, parenting challenges, mood disorders, and substance-related problems, always with attention to the individual goals and strengths that clients bring to therapy.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Susan Kates have?
Susan Kates has 30 years of professional experience.
Is Susan Kates a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds the credential LMFT, which stands for Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. License details are WY LMFT LMFT-074.
In which languages does Susan Kates provide therapy?
Therapy is provided in English.
Where is Susan Kates located?
Susan Kates is located in Wyoming.
How can I work with Susan Kates as my therapist?
You can work with Susan Kates through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Susan Kates work with international clients?
Yes, Susan Kates works with international clients.
How much does therapy with Susan Kates 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
Susan Kates uses evidence-informed approaches to help people address a range of concerns in an online format. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, focuses on identifying and reshaping unhelpful thoughts and behaviors to reduce symptoms of anxiety, depression, and mood disorders and to improve coping skills. Solution-Focused Therapy emphasizes practical goal-setting and identifying strengths and resources, helping clients move toward specific changes more quickly. Trauma-Focused approaches attend directly to the effects of past traumatic experiences, offering strategies to process trauma responses and build resilience.Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. Susan works with each person to determine which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting techniques as progress is made. The therapeutic plan evolves according to the client’s feedback and changing circumstances.
Online therapy offers flexible options including video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. These formats make it easier to fit sessions into busy schedules, access care from different locations, and maintain continuity of support when in-person visits are not possible. Licensed professionals can adapt these modalities to deliver meaningful, goal-oriented work that aligns with each person’s life and priorities.