Susan Hill, LMFT
Therapist in California
Susan Hill is a licensed marriage and family therapist who helps people facing relationship stress, trauma, low self-esteem, depression, and major life changes.
- Licensed inCalifornia
- License129826
- NPI 1558776658
- Experience8+ years
- LanguagesEnglish
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About Susan
Susan Hill is a licensed marriage and family therapist who helps people facing relationship stress, trauma, low self-esteem, depression, and major life changes. She communicates directly and with compassion, aiming to make conversations clear and useful for daily life. Susan brings eight years as a licensed therapist and many prior years working with people connected to the court system.
That background shaped her ability to hold steady during difficult conversations and to notice patterns that repeat in relationships and work life.
Background and approach
Her approach pulls from attachment-based ideas and practical tools. Sessions focus on understanding how past connections affect present choices. She also uses cognitive behavioral methods to identify unhelpful thoughts and dialectical skills to manage strong emotions.
Susan adapts the pace and focus to each person. Some weeks are skills practice, and some weeks focus on processing painful memories or regret. She frames steps clearly so clients know what to try between sessions.
Outside the therapy room she pays attention to everyday pressures like caregiver stress, workplace strain, money worries, and the pull of isolation. She supports people who want to improve communication, rebuild self-worth, or find more meaning in their daily life.
Credentials
- LMFT (California)
- License 129826 · expires December 2027
- NPI
- 1558776658 · national provider identifier
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Focus areas and approaches
Everything Susan lists on their public professional profile, in their own terms.
- Relationship issues
- Trauma and abuse
- Self esteem
- Depression
- Coping with life changes
- Attachment issues
- Caregiver issues and stress
- Communication problems
- Control issues
- Forgiveness
- Guilt and shame
- Isolation / loneliness
- Life purpose
- Money and financial issues
- Post-traumatic stress
- Self-love
- Workplace issues
Approaches Susan names
- Attachment-Based Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
- Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)
- Mindfulness Therapy
- Motivational Interviewing
- Narrative Therapy
- Psychodynamic Therapy
- Solution-Focused Therapy
- Trauma-Focused Therapy
Naming an approach is not evidence of training in it. This directory copies what each therapist lists and does not check training records.
Online support
Attachment work and practical skills online
Attachment-Based Therapy focuses on how early relationships shape current connection patterns and emotional responses; it helps people understand why they react the way they do in close relationships. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at thoughts and behaviors and teaches concrete steps to change unhelpful patterns and reduce low mood. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) emphasizes emotion regulation and interpersonal effectiveness skills for managing intense feelings and improving communication.Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will collaborate with the client to decide which methods fit best for their goals and situation. That decision can change over time as progress is made or new needs appear.
Online sessions are offered by video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, which makes it easier to work around busy days. Video lets you use visual cues and longer conversations, phone can work when bandwidth is limited, and chat or text can be useful for brief check-ins or when typing feels easier. These options provide flexibility so therapy can fit into a real schedule and different kinds of weeks.
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Frequently asked
What kinds of problems does she help with?
She works with relationship issues, trauma and abuse, low self-esteem, depression, and coping with life changes. She also addresses attachment issues, caregiver stress, workplace problems, and loneliness.
What is her therapeutic style like?
Her style blends attachment-based thinking with practical skills from CBT and DBT. Conversations are straightforward, and sessions often include steps to try between meetings.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has eight years as a licensed therapist and prior professional experience working with people in the court system.
What are her credentials and where is she located?
She holds the LMFT credential and is licensed in California.
Which languages are supported and can international clients work together?
Sessions are offered in English. She is not currently taking international clients.
What session formats are available online?
Sessions can be held by video call, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to suit different needs and schedules.
How is cost handled?
Cost varies by location and therapist availability; sessions are provided through a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to therapist availability.
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