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Susan Davis, LMFT

Experienced California LMFT for relationships and stress
  • 35 years experience
  • Licensed marriage and family therapist
  • Multiple session formats

About Susan Davis

Susan Davis is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) practicing in California with 35 years of professional experience. She has worked in private practice and has a long history of training and supervision, including creating and overseeing a training program for MFT interns and supervising third- and fourth-year psychiatric residents during their therapy hours.

Her clinical work has also extended to writing and teaching - she coauthored two books on community mental health and has served as an adjunct professor at three different universities. These roles reflect a career built on both direct client care and the education of other helping professionals.

Susan helps people navigate stress, anxiety, relationship challenges, grief and loss, parenting difficulties, depression, family concerns, intimacy-related issues, and major life changes. She approaches each person with respect, sensitivity, and compassion, and she tailors conversations and treatment plans to align with each individual’s specific needs.

Recognizing that beginning therapy can take courage, Susan encourages and supports that first step and partners with clients to develop approaches that fit their goals and circumstances.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesGriefParenting issuesDepression

Also Specializes In

Family conflictsIntimacy-related issuesCoping with life changes

Therapeutic Approach

Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Motivational Interviewing Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Susan Davis have?

Susan Davis has 35 years of professional experience in clinical practice, supervision, teaching, and writing within the mental health field.

Is Susan Davis a licensed therapist?

Yes. Susan Davis holds the credential LMFT, which stands for Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. Her license is listed as CA LMFT 19986.

In which languages does Susan Davis provide therapy?

Susan Davis provides therapy in English.

Where is Susan Davis located?

Susan Davis is located in California.

How can I work with Susan Davis as my therapist?

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

Does Susan Davis work with international clients?

No. Susan Davis does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Susan Davis cost?

The cost of therapy can vary based 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 the most current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started is straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with a 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 with Susan Davis

Attachment-Based Therapy focuses on how early and ongoing relationship patterns shape emotional needs and closeness. In practice it helps people understand how attachment styles influence current relationships, intimacy, and responses to stress or loss. Client-Centered Therapy centers the client's experience, using empathy, acceptance, and collaborative listening to support self-discovery and personal growth; it is especially useful for people seeking a respectful, nonjudgmental space to explore life changes and emotional concerns. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) addresses the connections between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors, offering practical strategies to reduce anxiety, manage depression, and build coping skills.

Susan Davis, LMFT, approaches treatment as a collaborative process - she works with clients to identify goals and to determine which combination of approaches fits their needs, preferences, and circumstances. Finding the right therapeutic method is part of the work together rather than a one-size-fits-all prescription.

Online therapy with Susan is offered in flexible formats including video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. These options make it easier to fit therapy into busy schedules, maintain continuity during life transitions, and access care from different locations, while still working with licensed professionals and therapists who guide the therapeutic process.

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