Susan Merletti, LPCC
- Stress and anxiety support
- Relationship and trauma work
- Chronic illness counseling
About Susan Merletti
Beginning therapy often requires courage, and Susan focuses on meeting clients where they are while offering steady support through the healing process. Her style emphasizes collaboration and strengths-based intervention, helping individuals identify practical steps and build resilience as they pursue a more fulfilling and happier life.
Over nearly four decades in practice, Susan has supported clients through difficult transitions and held space for recovery from traumatic experiences, chronic health struggles, and relationship strain. Her goal is to help clients draw on their resources and make meaningful change at a pace that feels right for them.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Susan Merletti have?
Susan Merletti has 39 years of professional experience.
Is Susan Merletti a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds the LPCC credential - Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor - and is licensed in California as CA LPCC 1253.
In which languages does Susan Merletti provide therapy?
Susan provides therapy in English.
Where is Susan Merletti located?
Susan is located in California.
How can I work with Susan Merletti as my therapist?
You can work with Susan Merletti through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Susan Merletti work with international clients?
Susan Merletti does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Susan Merletti 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 is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire to help 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 draws on Client-Centered Therapy to create a supportive environment where clients lead the work and the therapist follows their pace - this approach helps people build self-understanding and use their own strengths to face challenges. She also uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to identify and shift unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns - CBT is practical for managing symptoms of anxiety, depression, and stress.Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Susan collaborates with each person to determine which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting strategies as the work unfolds to ensure the best possible fit.
Online therapy offers practical flexibility - sessions can take place by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging - making it easier to access support from home or during busy schedules. Working remotely with licensed professionals and therapists can make consistent care more achievable and help clients maintain progress even when life is unpredictable.