Susan Davis, LPC

Susan Davis is a Licensed Professional Counselor who focuses on practical help for stress, anxiety, addiction, trauma, and mood challenges. She speaks simply and directly so parents and individuals can understand what to expect. Her style aims to make therapy feel manageable from the first session.

She uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and client-centered approaches to tailor sessions to each person's needs. Sessions often include thinking through patterns, learning new coping skills, and setting small, achievable goals. Susan emphasizes working together to find what helps most in day-to-day life.

Susan has six years of clinical experience in Oregon and has supported people with a wide range of issues, including addictions, trauma, bipolar mood challenges, and struggles with self-esteem. She has also worked with veterans and people living with persistent mental health concerns. Her background includes helping people manage anger and navigate questions about sexuality and gender identity.

In session she offers a calm, nonjudgmental presence and practical tools rather than long lectures. She helps people notice unhelpful thinking, practice new behaviors, and build routines that support recovery and wellbeing. Progress is tracked through clear steps and regular check-ins.

Therapy options include video, phone, live chat, and text messaging so people can choose what fits their schedule. Susan encourages anyone feeling stuck or overwhelmed to take the next step and explore whether her approach feels like a good match.

How evidence-based approaches translate to online care

CBT helps people notice unhelpful thoughts and test new behaviors. It breaks larger problems into concrete steps so progress can be tracked week to week. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy focuses on values and willingness to sit with difficult feelings while moving toward a meaningful life. It is useful when avoidance is keeping someone stuck. DBT teaches emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal skills to manage strong feelings and reduce impulsive reactions.

Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will talk about your goals, try different techniques, and adjust the plan based on what works best. Sessions are driven by your needs and preferences rather than a one-size-fits-all method.

Online sessions are offered by video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to make therapy more flexible. Video is useful for longer skill-building work, phone can fit around busy days or lower bandwidth, and live chat or text messaging can help with quick check-ins and ongoing support between sessions. These options let people fit therapy into work, school, or caregiving schedules without a commute.