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Susanna Armstrong

Susanna Armstrong

LCPC

Maryland

Collaborative, practical counseling for change

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At a glance

Credentials
LCPC
License
LCPC, Maryland / LC4001
Experience
14 years
Languages
English
Location
Maryland

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    • Addiction focused
    • Mood and anxiety
    • Motivational approach

    About Susanna

    Susanna Armstrong is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) based in Maryland. She focuses on helping people manage stress, anxiety, addictions, depression, and challenges with self-esteem. She also supports those facing mood disorders, ADHD, trauma and abuse, and issues with sleep and anger.

    She brings 14 years of clinical experience and many years working in addiction services. Her work often includes addressing co-occurring concerns such as drug and alcohol addiction, process addictions like gambling or porn, and post-traumatic stress. She describes her approach as integrative and practical rather than one-size-fits-all.

    Sessions emphasize collaboration. She uses Motivational Interviewing to help people find their own reasons for change, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to identify patterns that keep problems going. Mindfulness and client-centered techniques are used to build awareness and to strengthen coping skills.

    Susanna also draws on psychodynamic ideas when helpful, looking at how past patterns influence present choices. She encourages attention to lifestyle factors such as movement and nutrition when these relate to mental health. This helps create a fuller plan for change rather than focusing only on symptoms.

    Her style is straightforward and down-to-earth. She works with young adult issues and those navigating life transitions as well as longer-term mood concerns. To begin, readers are invited to consider whether these focus areas match their needs before taking the next step to connect.

  2. How Susanna's Approaches Work Online

    Motivational Interviewing focuses on drawing out a person's own reasons to change. It uses open questions and reflective listening to help people find motivation for steps forward, which can be useful for addictions and behavior change.

    Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes respect for the person's experience and pacing. The therapist listens closely and follows the client's lead to build trust and clarity about what matters most in therapy.

    Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) helps identify unhelpful thoughts and behaviors and replace them with practical alternatives. It is often used for anxiety, depression, sleep problems, and coping skills training.

    Choosing the right approach is a shared process. The therapist will discuss goals, preferences, and what has helped or not helped before. Together they will try methods that fit the client's needs and adjust them over time.

    Confirm the available session formats before booking, as formats are not listed here. Online work can help people fit therapy into busy schedules, shorten travel time, and allow for steady check-ins during life changes. It can also make it easier to use brief phone or video check-ins when a quick update or focused skill practice is needed.

  4. Areas of expertise

    Primary focus

    Stress, AnxietyAddictionsSelf esteemDepressionCoping with life changes

    Also works with

    LGBTRelationship issuesTrauma and abuseSleeping disordersAnger managementBipolar disorderADHD

    Additional focus areas

    Co-morbidityDrug and alcohol addictionMood disordersPost-traumatic stressProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSomatizationYoung adult issues

    Therapeutic approaches

    Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Mindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingPsychodynamic TherapySolution-Focused TherapySomatic Therapy

    Experience

    14+ years

    Listed in

    Maryland

    Languages

    English

  5. Frequently asked questions

    What concerns does Susanna help with?

    She works with stress, anxiety, addictions, depression, self-esteem issues, and related concerns such as bipolar disorder, ADHD, trauma and abuse, sleeping problems, anger, and young adult issues.

    How would you describe her therapy style?

    Her style is collaborative and pragmatic. She partners with people to set goals and uses practical skills alongside reflective conversation.

    How much experience does she have?

    She has 14 years of experience and has worked for many years in addiction services and with diverse client concerns.

    What are her credentials and location?

    She holds an LCPC credential in Maryland and practices out of that state.

    Which languages are supported?

    Sessions are offered in English.

    Are international clients accepted?

    International clients are not currently accepted.

    How does payment and pricing work?

    Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

    What should I do to start therapy?

    Select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule based on the therapist's availability.

  6. Online talk therapy is not emergency or medical care. Stopping or cutting down alcohol or other drugs can be unsafe without medical advice. In immediate danger? Crisis numbers

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