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Compassionate help for addiction and trauma recovery

Susanne Neal, LPC, LCPC

15 years in practice · based in Colorado · sessions in English · online only

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About Susanne

Susanne Neal is a licensed counselor practicing in Colorado with 15 years of experience. She works with people facing addictions, trauma and abuse, and struggles with self-esteem. She also helps clients adjust to major life changes and build motivation to move forward.

She focuses on respectful, sensitive care in every session. Conversations are shaped to fit a person's needs rather than using a one-size-fits-all approach. Sessions aim to be direct and practical, with straightforward steps people can use between meetings.

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Background and approach

Common concerns she addresses include drug and alcohol addiction, smoking and vaping cessation, and the ongoing effects of sexual assault and post-traumatic stress. She also helps people untangle family of origin issues, family problems, and feelings of guilt or shame. Her work often centers on restoring self-love, clarifying life purpose, and rebuilding confidence after difficult experiences.

She collaborates with each person to set manageable goals and to track progress over time. Short-term strategies and longer-term planning are both part of the process. Sessions are offered using video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

The starting step is to complete a brief matching questionnaire and schedule sessions that suit your routine. The subscription can be canceled at any time.

Online approaches for addiction and trauma care

Susanne uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on practical steps and recovery. One approach emphasizes skills for coping with cravings and triggers, teaching behavioral strategies to manage urges and reduce relapse risk. This can help people addressing drug and alcohol addiction or smoking and vaping cessation.

Another approach centers on processing trauma and its effects through paced, structured conversations. The work helps people name what happened, reduce distressing reactions, and build self-compassion after sexual assault or other abuse. A third focus is on strengthening self-esteem by identifying unhealthy beliefs and practicing new habits that reinforce self-worth.

Choosing the right approach is part of the work together. The therapist will collaborate with each person to match techniques to their needs, goals, and comfort level. Plans are adjusted over time based on what proves helpful and what the person prefers.

Online therapy is offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to make care more flexible. Video lets you see nonverbal cues during deeper discussions. Phone sessions require less bandwidth and can fit a break during a busy day. Live chat and text messaging are useful for brief check-ins, homework support, or when typing feels easier than talking. These options help people fit therapy into work, family, and daily routines.
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Questions people ask

What issues does Susanne commonly address?

She helps people with addictions, trauma and abuse, self-esteem concerns, and coping with life changes. Additional focus areas include family of origin issues, guilt and shame, and women's issues.

What is her therapeutic style like?

Sessions are practical and person-centered, shaped to each individual's needs. Conversations focus on clear steps and goals you can use between sessions.

How much clinical experience does she have?

She has 15 years of professional work experience in counseling and related services.

Where is she based and what are her credentials?

She practices in Colorado and holds LPC and LCPC credentials, listed as CO LPC and KS LCPC.

Which languages are sessions offered in?

Sessions are offered in English.

What session formats are available?

Appointments can be held by video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to fit different schedules.

How is cost handled for sessions?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability and uses a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.

How do I begin working with her?

Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to therapist availability.

What this counselor works with

Experience
15 years
Licensed
Colorado, Kansas
Languages
English