Susan Banco, LCSW, LCSW-R
- Family and relationships
- Anxiety and stress
- Flexible communication options
About Susan Banco
She has worked across community-based settings, schools, and day programs, where she provided counseling for individuals, families, and groups and trained other social workers. Susan holds the credentials LCSW and LCSW-R, clinical social work licenses that reflect her specialized training in therapeutic practice.
Susan combines multiple therapeutic approaches to help clients build practical skills and confidence for making positive life changes. Her style is warm and conversational, focused on helping people explore options that fit their circumstances. She works with a wide range of concerns, including family and partner relationships, parenting challenges, transitions such as divorce or college, and changes in financial circumstances. She also provides coaching and support for anxiety, career or employment difficulties, and issues related to alcohol and drugs.
Susan adapts to clients' schedules and communication preferences, offering flexible ways to connect to accommodate busy lives. She welcomes prospective clients who are ready to begin the process of change and growth and looks forward to meeting those seeking support.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Susan Banco have?
Susan Banco has 30 years of experience.
Is Susan Banco a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds the credentials LCSW and LCSW-R. License details are NY LCSW 020398 and NY LCSW-R 020398.
In which languages does Susan Banco provide therapy?
Susan Banco provides therapy in English.
Where is Susan Banco located?
Susan Banco is located in New York.
How can I work with Susan Banco as my therapist?
You can work with Susan Banco through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Susan Banco work with international clients?
Susan Banco does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Susan Banco 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 the person rather than the problem, offering a supportive environment where a therapist listens without judgment and helps clients clarify their values and goals. This approach is well suited to relationship, parenting, and life transition concerns because it emphasizes the client’s perspective and autonomy.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, is a structured method that helps people identify and rework unhelpful thoughts and behaviors. It is effective for addressing anxiety, stress, mood difficulties, and habits related to addiction or eating concerns by teaching practical coping strategies.
Motivational Interviewing is a collaborative, goal-oriented style that strengthens a person’s own motivation to change. It is often used when someone is ambivalent about steps such as addressing substance use, making career changes, or improving relationships.
Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Susan works collaboratively with clients to determine which methods best fit their needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting the plan as progress is made.
Online therapy offers flexible ways to engage with licensed professionals - through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging - making it easier to fit sessions into busy schedules and to receive consistent support from wherever the client is located in New York.