Susan Rhodes, LICSW, LCSW
Compassionate social worker guiding meaningful change
- 20 years of experience
- Direct and compassionate care
- Teletherapy by video and phone
About Susan Rhodes
Susan Rhodes is a licensed social worker with two clinical credentials - LICSW and LCSW, which signify Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker and Licensed Clinical Social Worker in plain terms. With more than 20 years in the mental health field, she brings seasoned perspective and practical experience to work with individuals facing stress, anxiety, addiction, grief, depression, trauma, relationship difficulties, and a wide range of life challenges. She draws on both professional and personal insights to create treatment plans that match each person’s pace and style, offering a direct yet compassionate presence throughout the therapeutic process.
Susan emphasizes collaborative exploration of steps for healing, personal inventories, and actions that support recovery, while helping clients connect to additional resources as needed. She works with people who are ready to confront change and to examine their roles within relationships, guiding them through grief, pain, and difficult transitions with integrity and resilience. Her practice also addresses issues such as parenting, career concerns, ADHD, eating and sleeping problems, caregiving stress, and substance-related difficulties.
Teletherapy is a key part of her practice, providing flexibility for scheduling and the ability to work from home. Outside of her professional life she enjoys training for a full marathon, cooking, day trips, spending time with friends, family and pets, and pursuing creative projects like writing and podcasts. Susan maintains a practice grounded in creativity, open-mindedness, and passionate commitment to helping people pursue meaningful change.
Susan emphasizes collaborative exploration of steps for healing, personal inventories, and actions that support recovery, while helping clients connect to additional resources as needed. She works with people who are ready to confront change and to examine their roles within relationships, guiding them through grief, pain, and difficult transitions with integrity and resilience. Her practice also addresses issues such as parenting, career concerns, ADHD, eating and sleeping problems, caregiving stress, and substance-related difficulties.
Teletherapy is a key part of her practice, providing flexibility for scheduling and the ability to work from home. Outside of her professional life she enjoys training for a full marathon, cooking, day trips, spending time with friends, family and pets, and pursuing creative projects like writing and podcasts. Susan maintains a practice grounded in creativity, open-mindedness, and passionate commitment to helping people pursue meaningful change.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
LGBTRelationship issuesTrauma and abuseIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCompassion fatigueADHD
Additional Focus Areas
Adoption and foster careAging and geriatric issuesAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeBlended family issuesBody imageCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFertility issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameHospice and end-of-life counselingInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMidlife crisisMoney and financial issuesNarcissismPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Self-harmSelf-loveSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Motivational Interviewing Narrative Therapy Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Susan Rhodes have?
Susan Rhodes has 20 years of experience in the mental health field.
Is Susan Rhodes a licensed therapist?
Yes, she holds these credentials: LICSW, LCSW. License details: VT LICSW 089.0135604, TX LCSW 32317.
In which languages does Susan Rhodes provide therapy?
Susan Rhodes provides therapy in English.
Where is Susan Rhodes located?
Susan Rhodes is located in Texas.
How can I work with Susan Rhodes as my therapist?
You can work with Susan Rhodes through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Susan Rhodes work with international clients?
Susan Rhodes does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Susan Rhodes 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 for Online Care
Client-centered therapy focuses on a collaborative, respectful relationship where the therapist listens closely and supports the client’s own goals. It helps people dealing with identity, relationship, and life-transition concerns by honoring individual pace and personal values. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is a structured approach that explores the links between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors; it is often helpful for stress, anxiety, depression, and patterns that interfere with daily functioning. Motivational Interviewing is a goal-oriented, empathetic method that supports people who are ambivalent about change - commonly used for addictions, lifestyle shifts, and stages of readiness to change.
Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic journey. Susan Rhodes works collaboratively with clients to determine which methods fit best based on their needs, goals, and preferences, and she adjusts the plan as progress unfolds. This shared process helps ensure therapy aligns with each person’s circumstances and values.
Online therapy offers practical flexibility - sessions can occur by video calls, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging - making it easier to fit care into busy schedules, manage transportation or mobility limits, and maintain continuity during life changes. Licensed professionals can deliver effective support through these formats while tailoring pacing and tools to each client’s situation.