Susan Blanchard, LCPC, LPC
- LGBT and relationship issues
- Grief and depression support
- CBT and DBT approaches
About Susan Blanchard
Susan works with a wide range of concerns including LGBT-related issues, grief and loss, depression, anxiety and stress, coping with life changes, ADHD, relationship and family challenges, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, parenting and blended family matters, career questions, and self-esteem. Additional areas of focus include BDSM, kink, and alternative sex culture, caregiver stress, codependency and communication problems, gender dysphoria, polyamory and non-monogamous relationships, and self-harm. She frames therapy as a collaborative process and aims to support and empower clients as they take steps toward a more fulfilling life.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Susan Blanchard have?
Susan Blanchard has four years of professional experience.
Is Susan Blanchard a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds LCPC and LPC credentials. License details are IL LCPC 180.017745 and WI LPC 10124-125.
In which languages does Susan Blanchard provide therapy?
Susan Blanchard provides therapy in English.
Where is Susan Blanchard located?
She is located in Illinois.
How can I work with Susan Blanchard as my therapist?
You can work with Susan Blanchard through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Susan Blanchard work with international clients?
Susan Blanchard does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Susan Blanchard 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, just 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 with Susan Blanchard
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, helps people notice and adjust unhelpful thinking patterns and behaviors. It is often used to address anxiety, depression, stress, and many day-to-day challenges by teaching practical skills to cope and problem solve.
Dialectical Behavior Therapy, or DBT, emphasizes emotion regulation, distress tolerance, interpersonal effectiveness, and mindfulness. It can be especially useful for people facing intense emotions, relationship difficulties, and patterns that lead to repeated conflict or self-harm.
Solution-Focused Therapy concentrates on identifying goals and small, achievable steps toward change. It encourages clients to build on strengths and past successes to create forward momentum, making it a good fit for people seeking practical, goal-oriented support.
Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. She works collaboratively with each client to determine which methods best match their needs, goals, and preferences, and adapts techniques as therapy progresses.
Online sessions are offered by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging, providing flexibility for scheduling and access from different locations. These options make it easier to fit therapy into a busy life and to maintain continuity of care when in-person visits are not possible.