- Stress and anxiety
- Addictions and recovery
- CBT and solution-focused
About Susan
Susan O'Connell is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in Wisconsin with 35 years of practice. She began working in addictions and family support and now helps people with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship concerns, grief, caregiver strain, and related issues. She also addresses parenting, intimacy, self-esteem, ADHD, and family of origin issues.
Susan uses straightforward, problem-focused work. She often teaches skills and assigns short exercises to practice between sessions. Her background includes long experience with addiction treatment and with chronic medical and caregiver-related stress. Education and practical tools are part of how she works.
Her sessions aim to identify strengths and create realistic plans for change. She speaks plainly and helps clients break larger problems into manageable steps. The approach is collaborative - she and the client set goals and try methods that can be measured over time.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy is a frequent tool in her practice, used to change patterns of thinking and behavior that keep problems going. She also draws on client-centered listening and solution-focused techniques to keep conversations concrete and goal-directed. Homework and brief skill practice are common parts of treatment.
People who want direct, experience-based guidance tend to fit her style. She asks practical questions about daily life, relationships, work, and family patterns. Prospective clients should confirm session options and scheduling when they reach out.
How therapeutic approaches guide online work
Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening and reflecting so people can clarify their own goals. It helps when someone needs to understand their reactions and figure out what matters most to them. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at the links between thoughts, feelings, and actions and teaches practical skills to change unhelpful patterns. It is often used for anxiety, depression, and stress. Solution-Focused Therapy concentrates on small steps that lead toward the client’s goals and on what is already working in their life. Finding the right approach is part of the work together. The therapist will discuss goals, preferences, and practical needs and then try methods that fit. That collaboration helps decide whether to emphasize CBT skill practice, client-centered listening, or solution-focused steps as sessions continue. Session formats are not specified in the biography, so confirm current options before booking. In general, online work can make it easier to fit sessions into a weekday routine, shorten travel time, or use a brief check-in when schedules are tight. It can also allow focused skill practice between meetings and straightforward homework review during sessions.Areas of expertise
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Experience
35+ years
Listed in
Wisconsin
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she address?
Susan works with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship and family issues, addiction, grief, caregiver strain, and related concerns including family of origin issues.
What is her therapeutic style?
She combines straightforward listening with practical skill teaching, short exercises, and goal-oriented problem solving to help clients make measurable changes.
How much experience does she have?
She has 35 years of clinical experience, beginning in addiction work and expanding into mood, relationship, and caregiver-related care.
What are her credentials and location?
She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensed in Wisconsin and practices there.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English.
Does she work with international clients?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
How does cost work?
Cost varies with location; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I get started?
Use the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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