Susan Song (she/her)

Many of my clients who are bicultural or come from immigrant families are affected by intergenerational trauma. This may manifest through feelings of anxiety, depression, and guilt/shame. I support clients by providing them space to process their upbringing and family history to begin the healing process. Unhealthy relationship patterns and belief systems are addressed.

I use motivational interviewing to assess client’s readiness for change. Some topics covered are identifying triggers and urges, creating a relapse prevention plan, feelings of guilt/shame, and addressing interpersonal impacts that are caused by addictions.

I work with clients to address generalized anxiety and have special interest in social anxiety. I use a combination of CBT, exposure therapy, and mindfulness to challenge unhelpful and anxious thoughts. Developing healthy self esteem is also explored when treating social anxiety.

My experience with CBT includes utilizing its principles to address issues such as anxiety, depression, and stress management. I have supported clients in developing personalized coping strategies, setting achievable goals, and monitoring progress through structured exercises like thought records and exposure techniques. My practice reflects a commitment to fostering resilience and empowering individuals to challenge unhelpful thinking for lasting change.

I've been using applications of humanistic therapy with patients since 2013. Every individual is unique so I may use a combination of approaches or work with the individual to find the orientation that works best.

I've been using applications of ACT with patients since 2013. Every individual is unique so I may use a combination of approaches or work with the individual to find the orientation that works best.

Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) is a structured, evidence-based approach to mental health treatment designed to help individuals regulate emotions, develop mindfulness, and build healthy coping strategies. My experience with DBT includes understanding and applying its core components, such as mindfulness, distress tolerance, emotion regulation, and interpersonal effectiveness. I've worked with individuals to incorporate DBT skills into their daily lives.

As a therapist with extensive experience treating depression, I understand how isolating and overwhelming it can feel. I have worked with individuals to identify and challenge negative thought patterns, develop healthy coping strategies, and rebuild connections to the things that bring them joy and purpose. Using evidence-based approaches like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and mindfulness practices, I tailor each treatment plan to meet the unique needs of my clients.