Susan Russell, LPC

Susan Russell is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing in Michigan with 11 years of experience. She focuses on common life stresses like anxiety, depression, and relationship challenges while offering calm, respectful support to people taking the first step toward change.

She uses straightforward conversation to understand what matters to each person. Sessions are tailored to the individual’s needs and goals. She encourages practical steps people can try between appointments to build confidence and momentum.

Susan draws on cognitive behavioral techniques to help identify unhelpful thinking and make small changes that improve daily life. She also uses Acceptance and Commitment Therapy ideas to clarify values and commit to actions that matter. Attachment-based ideas guide work on relationship patterns and emotional connection.

Her practice includes help for anger, addiction concerns, grief, sleep problems, parenting stress, and managing life transitions such as midlife change. She also supports people coping with chronic health challenges and caregiver strain. Approach issues like communication, codependency, and commitment worries are commonly addressed.

Susan describes sessions as collaborative and respectful. She adapts tone and pace to each person, offering both practical tools and space to process emotions. People who want clear next steps and steady support may find this approach helpful.

Approaches you can use in online sessions

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, often called ACT, focuses on clarifying what matters and taking small steps toward those values while accepting difficult thoughts and feelings. It can help with anxiety, low mood, and big life changes. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, looks at patterns of thinking and behavior and teaches practical tools to change them. It is often useful for anxiety, depression, and sleep problems. Attachment-Based Therapy examines how early relationship patterns influence current connections and helps people shift those patterns to improve intimacy and communication.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will collaborate with each person to decide which methods match their goals and preferences. That process may combine elements from different approaches and will be adjusted as needs change.

Session formats are not specified in the biography, so confirm current options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy life, allow shorter check-ins during a break, and reduce travel time. Many people appreciate being able to schedule therapy around work or caregiving responsibilities while still working toward clearer routines, better sleep, and stronger relationships.