Susan Beard, LPC
Mississippi LPC specializing in trauma and addictions
- Trauma-informed care
- Addiction support
- LGBTQ-affirming approach
About Susan Beard
Susan Beard is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) based in Mississippi with 15 years of professional experience supporting people through a wide range of life challenges. She works with individuals and couples on addictions, LGBT-related concerns, trauma and abuse, intellectual disabilities, self-esteem and motivation, relationship issues, grief, mood disorders, and many other areas that can affect daily functioning and well-being.
Susan has received specialized training in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART), Prolonged Exposure Therapy (PE), Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT), the Gottman Method for couples, and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT). She also holds certifications that reflect focused work with specific populations and concerns, including credentials related to sex addiction, multiple addictions, autism spectrum disorder, and LGBTQ clinical advocacy. LPC indicates that she is a licensed professional counselor qualified to deliver therapeutic services in Mississippi.
Her approach centers on collaboration and respect, creating a nonjudgmental space where clients can explore thoughts and feelings and build practical skills for change. Susan emphasizes empowerment and practical steps so clients can move toward clearer goals, healthier relationships, and improved coping. She encourages those ready to start the work of change to take the first step and seek support in a way that fits their needs.
Susan has received specialized training in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART), Prolonged Exposure Therapy (PE), Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT), the Gottman Method for couples, and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT). She also holds certifications that reflect focused work with specific populations and concerns, including credentials related to sex addiction, multiple addictions, autism spectrum disorder, and LGBTQ clinical advocacy. LPC indicates that she is a licensed professional counselor qualified to deliver therapeutic services in Mississippi.
Her approach centers on collaboration and respect, creating a nonjudgmental space where clients can explore thoughts and feelings and build practical skills for change. Susan emphasizes empowerment and practical steps so clients can move toward clearer goals, healthier relationships, and improved coping. She encourages those ready to start the work of change to take the first step and seek support in a way that fits their needs.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesFamily conflictsGriefIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderDepressionCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD
Additional Focus Areas
Autism and Asperger SyndromeDissociationDrug and alcohol addictionGender dysphoriaInfidelityIntellectual disabilityJealousyMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMoney and financial issuesMood disordersPost-traumatic stressProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Self-harmSex addictionSexual assault and abuseSexualitySmoking / vaping cessationWomen's issues
Therapeutic Approach
Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) Gottman Method Trauma-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Susan Beard have?
Susan Beard has 15 years of professional experience providing counseling and therapeutic services.
Is Susan Beard a licensed therapist?
Yes. Susan Beard holds the LPC credential. Her license is listed as MS LPC 2115, indicating she is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Mississippi.
In which languages does Susan Beard provide therapy?
Susan provides therapy in English.
Where is Susan Beard located?
Susan is located in Mississippi.
How can I work with Susan Beard as my therapist?
You can work with Susan Beard through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Susan Beard work with international clients?
Susan Beard does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Susan Beard cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care
Susan integrates evidence-informed methods into her work to address trauma, emotion regulation, and relational patterns. Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) is one approach she is trained in that helps people process distressing memories and reduce the intensity of trauma-related reactions, often useful for post-traumatic stress and long-standing traumatic events. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) focuses on building practical skills in emotion regulation, distress tolerance, interpersonal effectiveness, and mindfulness, which can benefit people managing intense emotions, self-harm urges, or relationship challenges. Client-centered principles inform her work by emphasizing a collaborative, respectful therapeutic relationship in which the client’s goals and strengths guide the process.Finding the best approach is part of the therapeutic work. Susan collaborates with clients to identify goals, assess what methods feel most helpful, and adapt techniques to fit individual needs, preferences, and life circumstances. This collaborative process helps ensure treatment aligns with the client’s priorities.
Online therapy offers flexible ways to engage in that process. Sessions by video call or phone allow real-time conversation and therapeutic presence, while live chat and text-based messaging provide options for shorter check-ins, skill practice, or ongoing support between sessions. These formats expand access and convenience, making it easier to fit therapy into a busy life while maintaining consistent progress with a licensed professional.