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- Depression and anxiety
- Grief and loss
- Attachment issues
About Susan
LCSW in California with 40 years of clinical experience, Susan Baltimore focuses on stress, anxiety, relationships, trauma and grief, and mood disorders. She works with individuals coping with life transitions and complex emotional issues using evidence-based therapeutic techniques.
Susan uses practical, research-informed methods to help people manage depression, social anxiety, post-traumatic stress, and grief. She also addresses attachment difficulties, body image concerns, caregiver strain, and the emotional fallout of divorce and separation. Sessions are straightforward and problem-focused when needed.
Her background includes four decades of direct clinical work in California. That experience informs a flexible approach - sometimes short-term problem solving, sometimes longer-term work on patterns and meaning. She helps people sort current problems and build clearer ways of relating to others.
In session she emphasizes collaboration and concrete strategies. Conversations aim to identify patterns, try new coping skills, and track what works. Practical tools and repeated check-ins are used so progress can be measured and adjusted.
Susan often supports people around life-role shifts such as becoming a new parent or navigating caregiving responsibilities. She also assists those dealing with shame, guilt, isolation, and questions about life purpose. Her work focuses on clear goals and steady clinical judgment rather than labels or jargon.
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How evidence-based approaches guide remote sessions
Many of the techniques Susan uses are grounded in evidence-based therapeutic methods. One common approach focuses on identifying unhelpful thinking and testing new beliefs; this helps with depression, anxiety, and social anxiety by teaching skills for noticing and changing thought patterns. Another approach works with trauma-related symptoms by stabilizing stress responses and building gradual tolerance to painful memories and reminders. Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist collaborates with each person to choose or adapt methods based on the problem, goals, and personal preferences. Goals and techniques are reviewed over time so the plan can shift if something is not helping. The original biography does not list which session formats are used for remote care, so confirm current options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions around work, caregiving, or other commitments. Remote sessions also allow shorter check-ins when needed and let people avoid travel time, which can make regular attendance more manageable.Sheet 3
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Experience
40+ years
Listed in
California
Languages
English
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Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she address?
She focuses on stress, anxiety, relationship problems, trauma and abuse, grief, and depression. Additional areas include attachment issues, body image, caregiver stress, divorce and separation, and social anxiety.
How would you describe her therapeutic style?
Her work uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques in a collaborative, practical way. Sessions emphasize identifying patterns, trying concrete coping strategies, and adjusting plans over time.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has 40 years of clinical experience. That span shapes a flexible approach that can be short-term or longer-term depending on needs.
What are her credentials and where is she based?
She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensed in California. Her practice is located in California.
Which languages are used in sessions?
Sessions are offered in English. International clients are not currently accepted.
What session formats are offered?
The original biography did not specify session formats. Confirm current session options with the provider before booking.
How is cost handled?
Cost varies with location; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time. Exact fees are provided during the sign-up process.
How do I begin working with her?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session. The questionnaire helps match needs and preferences before the initial appointment.
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