Susan MacDonald, LMHC
- Anxiety and stress
- Relationship support
- Building self-esteem
About Susan MacDonald
Susan creates an open, nonjudgmental space where thoughts and feelings can be explored honestly. Her approach emphasizes partnership - she works with each person to identify goals and take gradual steps toward a more fulfilling life. LMHC stands for Licensed Mental Health Counselor, which reflects her clinical training and state licensure.
Susan recognizes that seeking help takes courage, and she aims to empower clients throughout the process of change. She supports individuals facing life transitions, low mood, and relationship difficulties by helping them clarify values, build coping skills, and strengthen communication, so they can move forward with greater resilience and clarity.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Additional Focus Areas
Therapeutic Approach
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Susan MacDonald have?
She has 14 years of professional experience.
Is Susan MacDonald a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds the credential LMHC, which stands for Licensed Mental Health Counselor. Her Rhode Island license is RI LMHC MHC00454.
In which languages does Susan MacDonald provide therapy?
She provides therapy in English.
Where is Susan MacDonald located?
She practices in Rhode Island.
How can I work with Susan MacDonald as my therapist?
You can work with Susan MacDonald through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Susan MacDonald work with international clients?
Susan MacDonald does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Susan MacDonald 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 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 for online support and growth
Client-centered therapy centers on the person's own goals and ideas, offering empathetic listening and collaboration so clients can explore feelings and discover solutions that fit their life. This approach is often helpful for relationship concerns, self-esteem work, and navigating major life changes.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying and shifting unhelpful thoughts and behaviors. It offers practical tools for managing anxiety, low mood, panic symptoms, and obsessive patterns by teaching strategies to reframe thinking and build healthier habits.
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) teaches skills in emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness. These skills support people dealing with intense emotions, relationship difficulties, or cycles of reactive behavior.
Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Susan collaborates with each client to determine which methods align with their needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting the plan over time as progress unfolds. Licensed professionals can deliver these approaches through online formats. Video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging increase flexibility and access, allowing clients to engage from home, fit sessions into busy schedules, and maintain continuity during life transitions.