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Susan Csank, LISW

Ohio LISW specializing in addiction and trauma
  • Stress and anxiety
  • Addiction recovery
  • Estonian language

About Susan Csank

Susan Csank is a Licensed Independent Social Worker (LISW) based in Ohio with 23 years of experience in mental health and addiction care. She has provided both individual and group therapy for a wide range of concerns, including stress, anxiety, depression, trauma, and substance use, and she brings long-term clinical experience to work with families and individuals navigating these challenges.

As an LISW she is qualified to provide independent clinical social work services, assess needs, and help develop practical treatment plans. Her approach is eclectic and evidence-informed, drawing on Motivational Interviewing, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Mindfulness to tailor interventions to each person’s circumstances. She also offers support to family members and friends of people struggling with addiction or mental illness, addressing codependency, communication problems, and trauma-related effects.

In therapy she emphasizes a supportive, nonjudgmental environment where concerns, goals, and possible solutions can be explored collaboratively. Education in healthy coping strategies and skills training is central to her work, helping people manage mood, relationship issues, parenting challenges, and life transitions. Susan takes a paced, respectful stance that honors each client’s strengths and readiness for change.

She is accepting new clients in Ohio and works with people facing a variety of issues including addiction, grief, intimacy-related concerns, career stress, ADHD, and compassion fatigue, aiming to help clients build sustainable coping strategies and move toward their goals.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Also Specializes In

Family conflictsGriefIntimacy-related issuesParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional Focus Areas

Caregiver issues and stressCodependencyCommunication problemsDrug and alcohol addictionFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsForgivenessGuilt and shameIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMood disordersPost-traumatic stressWomen's issues

Therapeutic Approach

Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Susan Csank have?

Susan Csank has 23 years of experience in the field of mental health and addiction treatment.

Is Susan Csank a licensed therapist?

Yes. She holds the LISW credential. License details are OH LISW I.0009897.

In which languages does Susan Csank provide therapy?

Susan Csank provides therapy in Estonian.

Where is Susan Csank located?

She is located in Ohio.

How can I work with Susan Csank as my therapist?

You can work with Susan Csank through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Susan Csank work with international clients?

Susan Csank does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Susan Csank 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. Just 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.

Evidence-informed approaches and online care



Susan Csank integrates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) into her online practice to help clients identify and modify unhelpful thoughts and behaviors. CBT is practical and skills-focused, often useful for anxiety, depression, and managing day-to-day stressors.

She also uses Motivational Interviewing, a collaborative, person-centered approach that helps individuals explore and strengthen their own motivation for change. This method is particularly useful for working with substance use, ambivalence about change, and building commitment to recovery goals.

Mindfulness techniques are incorporated to cultivate present-moment awareness and emotion regulation, supporting stress reduction and improved coping alongside other therapeutic work.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Susan works collaboratively with each person to select or adapt methods based on their needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting strategies as progress unfolds.

Online therapy with Susan is offered through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, providing flexibility for different schedules and communication styles. These options make it easier to access consistent care during life transitions and to continue working toward goals from locations throughout Ohio with licensed professionals available to guide the process.

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