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Susan Soares, LCSW

Experienced Indiana LCSW for families
  • Trauma-informed care
  • Child and family focus
  • CBT and DBT approaches

About Susan Soares

Susan Soares is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensed in Indiana with 17 years of clinical experience. She has worked in school-based settings and developed a particular interest in supporting children and their families while also providing care for adults. Her clinical work addresses a range of concerns, including anxiety, depression, PTSD and other common diagnoses, and she draws on that breadth of experience to meet diverse needs.

Susan's therapeutic approach is relational and warm, grounded in a casual, laid-back atmosphere where clients can feel heard. She blends sensitivity with appropriate firmness and uses evidence-informed methods to help clients build coping skills and make meaningful change. Her perspective emphasizes balance among mind, body, and spirit, believing that wellbeing often involves attention to all three areas.

She affirms the courage it takes to seek counseling and values walking alongside people as they pursue healthier, more fulfilling lives. Her work reflects a commitment to helping clients heal, grow, and find practical ways to improve daily functioning and relationships.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Stress, AnxietyTrauma and abuseParenting issuesSelf esteemDepression

Also Specializes In

Relationship issuesFamily conflictsGriefIntimacy-related issuesAnger managementCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional Focus Areas

AbandonmentAttachment issuesBlended family issuesBody imageCaregiver issues and stressCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDissociationDivorce and separationEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsForgivenessGuilt and shameImpulsivityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMidlife crisisMood disordersObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPhobiasPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPrejudice and discriminationSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-loveSocial anxiety and phobiaSomatizationWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult 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 Soares have?

Susan Soares has 17 years of experience as a therapist.

Is Susan Soares a licensed therapist?

Yes. She holds the credential LCSW, which stands for Licensed Clinical Social Worker. License details are IN LCSW 34006853A.

In which languages does Susan Soares provide therapy?

Susan provides therapy in English.

Where is Susan Soares located?

She is located in Indiana.

How can I work with Susan Soares as my therapist?

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

Does Susan Soares work with international clients?

Susan does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Susan Soares 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.

Could Remote Therapy Be a Good Fit?

Many people ask whether online therapy can truly help. For a wide range of common concerns - including stress, anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, and navigating life transitions - online therapy is generally comparable in effectiveness to traditional in-person care.

One of the main benefits is flexibility. Clients can connect with therapists in the way that suits them best: video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or in-app messaging. This range of options makes it easier to fit therapy into busy schedules and to receive support from familiar surroundings.

Licensed professionals provide care through these channels, and clients have the option to change therapists if a different fit is desired. For many people, online therapy offers an accessible, effective way to address everyday mental health and relationship concerns while balancing life responsibilities.

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