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Susan VanAllen

VirtualHigh Satisfaction Rate

8 years of experience

Verified by Octave

Licensed

In California

In-Network

Accepting 8 Insurance providers

Meet Susan

My areas of proficiency are in the treatment of trauma, anxiety, and panic. I am EMDR certified, RLT certified (a form of cognitive behavioral therapy), and have extensive success applying the use of cognitive processing therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, acceptance, and commitment therapy, as well as in supporting clients to learn extensive resourcing skills in concert with polyvagal theory for calming a client’s stressed nervous system. I am also an IFS (Internal Family Systems) informed therapist. I have experienced much success in treating clients for depression, anxiety, panic disorder, PTSD, sleep disorders, and even helping people to increase their motivation to succeed or adhere to their diet and exercise programs.

My areas of proficiency are in the treatment of trauma, anxiety, and panic.

Communication Style

  • Affirming
  • Challenging
  • Empowering
  • Holistic
  • Warm

Specialties & Approaches

Specialties

Experienced with

  • Parents
  • First responders

Approach

  • Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-i)
  • Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT)
  • Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)
  • Harm Reduction
  • Internal Family Systems (IFS)
  • Mindfulness-based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT)

Licensed In

Locations

Virtual appointments available for California residents

Good to know

Session Details

Practices in

Languages

Additional

Interests

In my off time I enjoy time with family, working out, hiking out in nature, gardening, and traveling - mostly in our beautiful western states!

Credentials & Verification

Verified by Octave

License number

#87695 • California • LCSW

Education

MSW - Social Work, California State University, San Bernardino Certified in Rational Living Therapy, National Association of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Trained in EMDR, EMDR Consultants

Susan VanAllen, Licensed Clinical Social Worker License #87695 (exp January 2027)

Calculate Cost & Insurance

$28

/ session on average with insurance

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Frequently asked questions

Susan VanAllen accepts Cigna Healthcare/Evernorth, Centivo, Prime Health, Anthem Blue Cross of CA, Out-of-State BlueCard PPO, Health Net, Blue Shield of California, and Aetna. Octave clients pay an average of $28 per session through insurance, and more than 95% pay less than $45 per session. Your exact cost depends on your plan’s copay or deductible. You can use the cost estimator to see what you would pay before your first session. If you would rather pay out of pocket, self-pay sessions in California are estimated at $205-250 per session.

Susan VanAllen is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW). Susan is licensed to practice in California, so clients located in California can book sessions. Susan’s California license number is 87695, and you can look it up through the state licensing board. Octave verifies every therapist’s license before they begin seeing clients, and licenses are kept current as a condition of practicing with Octave.

Susan VanAllen has been practicing therapy for 8 years. Susan’s education and training include MSW - Social Work, California State University, San Bernardino; Certified in Rational Living Therapy, National Association of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy; Trained in EMDR, EMDR Consultants. Over that time, Susan has worked closely with Parents and First responders.

Susan VanAllen works with Parents and First responders and specializes in Anger Issues, Anxiety, Cultural Issues/Racial Stress, Depression, Divorce, Grief, Life Transitions, Relationship Concerns, Sleep, Substance Use, Women's Issues, and Workplace Stress. These are the areas where Susan spends most of their clinical time. If the concern you want help with isn’t listed here, a Care Navigator can tell you whether Susan is a good fit or match you with another Octave therapist who specializes in it.

Susan VanAllen draws on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-i), Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Harm Reduction, Internal Family Systems (IFS), Mindfulness-based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT), Motivational Interviewing, Solution-Focused, and Strengths-Based. In sessions, Susan’s style is affirming, challenging, empowering, holistic, and warm. In Susan’s words: “My areas of proficiency are in the treatment of trauma, anxiety, and panic.”

Susan VanAllen (she/her) offers therapy in English. Susan identifies as White.

Susan VanAllen offers online sessions over secure video, so you can meet from home or any private space. Susan is licensed in California, and you need to be located in that state at the time of each session. All you need is a device with a camera and a stable internet connection.

Your first session with Susan VanAllen is a chance to talk through what brought you to therapy and what you want to work on. Susan will ask about your background, your current concerns, and your goals, and together you will start shaping a plan for your sessions. It is also a chance to see whether Susan’s style feels like a good fit for you. After their first session, 9 in 10 Octave clients say their therapy experience has been good or better.

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