- Addictions and grief
- Family conflict
- Build confidence
About Suzanne
Suzanne Shea is a Florida-licensed clinical social worker with three years of hands-on clinical experience. She left a long career in sales and business to complete a Master of Social Work and follow a longtime goal of helping people face life and relationship challenges.
Suzanne focuses on practical support for addictions, family conflict, grief and loss, low self-esteem, and big life changes. She works with people who feel stuck after loss or who are trying to rebuild confidence and direction. Her approach centers on identifying strengths and small steps people can take right away.
Before clinical work, Suzanne ran her own business for 15 years and spent more than 20 years in sales. That background shapes her straightforward style and problem-solving focus. She aims to make therapy feel useful and relatable instead of overwhelming.
Clients can expect a collaborative atmosphere where the therapist treats the person as the expert on their own story. Sessions look at practical tools, coping skills, and ways to improve day-to-day functioning. Suzanne emphasizes building confidence and managing stress in real life.
She lists adoption and foster care among additional focus areas and also addresses attachment, blended family issues, caregiver stress, and family of origin concerns. Suzanne sees grief, addiction, and changes in life roles as interconnected and works to help people find manageable ways forward.
Practical approaches for online support and change
Evidence-based therapeutic techniques emphasize practical tools and skills people can use between sessions. One common approach focuses on building coping skills and relapse prevention strategies for addictions and substance use; this involves identifying triggers, planning small changes, and practicing new routines to reduce harmful behaviors.Another approach centers on grief and adjustment work, which helps people process loss and rebuild routines. This method uses guided conversations and small behavioral experiments to restore daily functioning and emotion regulation.
Finding the right approach is part of the work itself. The therapist will collaborate with each person to choose techniques that match their goals, preferences, and what feels workable in day-to-day life. That selection can shift as needs change, and sessions are adapted along the way.
Session formats are not specified in the biography, so confirm current options before booking. Online therapy can make it easier to fit appointments into busy schedules, reduce travel time, and allow check-ins when a short meeting is needed. It also lets people continue care while managing life transitions or relocation, with the therapist helping plan how best to use session time for practical progress.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Experience
3+ years
Credentials
Florida
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does Suzanne help with?
She helps people dealing with addictions, family conflict, grief and loss, low self-esteem, and coping with life changes. Additional focus areas include adoption and foster care, attachment issues, and caregiver stress.
What is her general therapy style?
Her approach is collaborative and practical, focusing on strengths and small steps that make daily life easier. She aims to translate problems into workable strategies.
What is her professional background?
Suzanne has three years of clinical experience and previously spent over 20 years in sales, including 15 years running her own business. She completed a Master of Social Work before beginning clinical practice.
Where is Suzanne licensed and based?
She is licensed in Florida as an LCSW and practices from that state. Location details help determine local regulations and scheduling.
Which languages are supported in sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can Suzanne work with people outside the United States?
She is not currently accepting international clients.
How are session costs structured?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability, and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time. Exact pricing is provided during intake and scheduling.
How do I begin working with her?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button and completing a short matching questionnaire. After that you can schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.