Susan Welch
Hello! My name is Susan (she/her pronouns) and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists who has been in the profession for 20 years. I have served hundreds of children and their families over the years in clinics, family homes, schools, and online. I specialize in anxiety disorders, mood disorders, AD/HD, identity/gender exploration, developmental disabilities, and childhood grief. I believe that children and youth are highly resilient, and will a little extra specialized attention and some tools, can come to feel more optimistic, in control, and eager to thrive.
First session
In our first session, I like to share introductions and learn what brings you to therapy. Once you feel that I have understood what you need, we can collaborate on some goals and therapeutic approaches I might use to best support you. We will also review what you can expect in therapy with myself and GROW.
Strengths
My greatest strength as a therapist resides in my empathic presence backed by years of experience, a sincere respect for your strengths, and a strong desire for your well-being. I aim for children to have a comfortable and fun experience while learning real practical tools to gain confidence in their abilities to master their own lives.
Ideal clients
I work best with kids who are curious about the therapeutic experience and enjoy the process. I have tools and strategies that I have practiced over the years to support children of all ages who struggle with anxiety, depression, or attention/over-activity challenges. I have some special training and experience working with ADHD, Autism, and gender identity/expression. I especially like to share mindfulness approaches with kids who are interested in learning them.
Treatment methods
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
CBT addresses develops coping strategies to address maladaptive thoughts, feelings, or behaviors. CBT supports the development of lifelong skills to navigate challenges as they occur.
Child Parent Psychotherapy
CPP is an evidence-based treatment for children from birth to 5 years old that helps children and families recover and heal after stressful and traumatic events. CPP focuses on improving the quality of the caregiver/child relationship.
Mindfulness-Based Therapy
It is never too early to learn and practice Mindfulness skills such as breathing techniques, being aware of body sensations, or observing and quieting the mind. I teach children fun and easy ways to empower themselves with self discovery and self regulation.
Location
Virtual sessions
Identifies as
Top specialties
Other specialties
Doesn't specialize in
- Addiction
- Addiction / Substance Use
- Bipolar Disorder
- Christian Counseling
- Chronic Illness / Medical Issues
- Collaborative Assessment and Management of Suicidality (CAMS)
- Couples Counseling
- Couples Counseling
- Couples Counseling
- High Clinical Acuity
- Individual Therapy
- Medication Management
- Perinatal / Postpartum
- Postpartum
- Serious Mental Illness / Crisis
- Sex Therapy
- Sex Therapy
- Sexual Health
Licensed in
- CaliforniaLicense 47848