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Susan Walters
LMFT

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High satisfaction rate with clients

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Life changes, fear, anxiety, depression and trauma can make it hard to experience joy and satisfaction. You don’t have to navigate this alone. I work with clients to reconnect with themselves, strengthen relationships, and feel more grounded in their daily lives. I also support both men and women as they adjust to parenthood, recognizing that childbirth can be a challenging and transformative time for parents. Using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Compassion-Focused Therapy, and mindfulness-based approaches, we’ll explore what may be holding you back and develop practical tools to help you move forward. Together, we’ll work to shift unhelpful thought patterns, build self-compassion, and respond to challenges with greater clarity and presence. My approach is collaborative, supportive, and focused on helping you create meaningful, lasting change. Reaching out takes courage. If you’re ready to take that step, I’m here to support you.

About Susan

Location

Virtual, California

Insurance Accepted

Anthem Blue Cross of CA, Out-of-State BlueCard PPO, Blue Shield of California, Centivo, Health Net, Cigna Healthcare/Evernorth, Aetna

Communication Style

Calming, Direct, Mindful, Solution-oriented, Warm

Focus areas

Anger Issues, Anxiety, Burnout, Depression, Divorce, Family Conflict (1 adult in session), Grief, Individual Therapy, Life Transitions, OCD, Panic, Pregnancy/Peripartum/Infertility, Relationship Concerns (1 adult in session), Stress, Trauma, Workplace Stress

Experienced with

Parents, Students

Years of Experience

28+
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I’m here to help you restore joy and to support you in being present with yourself and in your relationships.

License number

#34665

Approaches

  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
  • Interpersonal Psychotherapy
  • Mindfulness-based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT)
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Solution-Focused
  • Strengths-Based

Languages Spoken

English

Education

MA - Marital and Family Therapy, Loyola Marymount University Certificate in Peripartum Mental Health - Postpartum Support International

Interests

I enjoy being outdoors with family or friends. I spend time with my pets and am involved with fostering both cats and dogs.

License details

Susan Walters,
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist
#34665 (exp August 2027)