- Stress and anxiety
- Trauma and grief
- Mindfulness and ACT
About Susan
Susan J Razavi is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW-R) in New York with 35 years of experience. She works with adults facing stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, low self-esteem, and major life changes. She also focuses on concerns such as abandonment, attachment issues, blended family tensions, caregiver stress, and questions about life purpose.
Her background blends long-term psychotherapy with life coaching skills. Sessions tend to be practical and conversational. She uses approaches that include Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, client-centered listening, mindfulness work, psychodynamic reflection, and solution-focused steps.
In session she listens for patterns that keep people stuck, and for what matters most to them now. Conversations can include exploring past relationships and current routines. She pays attention to bodily reactions and uses mindfulness to help people notice how they respond to stress.
She works with concrete problems like communication breakdowns, divorce and separation, eating and food-related struggles, and feelings of emptiness or isolation. She also addresses forgiveness, guilt and shame, impulsivity, and coping after disasters or trauma.
Her style is straightforward and respectful. She avoids labels that limit a person and aims to help people make deliberate, manageable changes. To begin, people complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule a first session through the See online therapy options button.
How her approaches translate to online work
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) focuses on clarifying values and taking small committed actions. It helps when someone feels stuck by shifting attention toward meaningful steps rather than fighting unwanted thoughts. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes listening without judgment and following the person's lead. It supports people who need space to talk things through and to feel understood before making changes.Finding the right approach is part of the work together. The therapist will discuss goals, try methods, and adjust based on what helps most. This is a collaborative process that looks at what is practical and doable for each person.
The biography does not list specific online session formats, so confirm current options before booking. Many people find remote sessions fit more easily into daily life because they can schedule shorter check-ins, avoid travel time, and choose quieter surroundings. Online work can also make it simpler to keep continuity during life transitions or caregiving demands. The therapist will discuss how to structure sessions so they work with the client's schedule and needs.
Areas of expertise
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
35+ years
Listed in
New York
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does she work with?
She works with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, low self-esteem, and coping with life changes. Additional focuses include attachment struggles, caregiver stress, and life purpose questions.
How would she describe her therapeutic approach?
She uses a mix of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, client-centered listening, mindfulness techniques, psychodynamic reflection, and solution-focused methods. Sessions are conversational and emphasize practical steps alongside reflection.
How much experience does she have?
She has 35 years of clinical experience working as a psychotherapist and life coach. That experience includes work with trauma, relationship problems, and pandemic-related stress.
What credential does she hold and where is she based?
She is an LCSW-R licensed in New York and practices with that credential in the state of New York.
Do sessions happen in other languages or internationally?
Sessions are offered in English. She is not accepting international clients at this time.
Which session formats are offered?
The original biography does not list specific session formats. Please confirm current session options before booking.
How are costs handled?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time. Exact rates depend on the chosen service plan and location.
How do I get started with her?
Begin by selecting the See online therapy options button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and scheduling a first session.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, use the crisis numbers.