Suzanne Shumaker
Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)
California therapists accepting new clients
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About Suzanne
As a licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in California, I specialize in supporting individuals navigating complex emotional landscapes. My approach centers on helping clients develop self-compassion, explore life purpose, and heal from challenging experiences. I have training in addressing addiction recovery, self-esteem issues, grief and bereavement, depression, anxiety, and stress management.
My therapeutic work focuses on empowering individuals to overcome guilt and shame, cultivate self-love, and develop resilient coping strategies during significant life transitions. I create a compassionate, non-judgmental space where clients can explore their inner world, process posttraumatic experiences, and rediscover personal strength.
Drawing from evidence-based practices, I collaborate with clients to develop personalized healing strategies that honor their unique journey. My commitment is to support you in building meaningful connections with yourself and creating sustainable pathways toward emotional wellness and personal growth.
What Suzanne helps with
- Addictions
- Coping with life changes
- Depression
- Self esteem
- Stress, Anxiety
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- Abandonment
- Aging and geriatric issues
- Attachment issues
- Codependency
- Communication problems
- Control issues
- Domestic violence
- Forgiveness
- Guilt and shame
- Impulsivity
- Life purpose
- Mood disorders
- Panic disorder and panic attacks
- Personality disorders
- Polyamory / non-monogamous relationships
- Post-traumatic stress
- Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)
- Self-love
- Workplace issues
How Suzanne works
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
What clients say
- “I’m very grateful and appreciative of being able to work with Suzanne. She is insightful and sensitive and caring.”
- “Kind, wonderful sense of humor, and an extraordinarily good listener. I appreciate the assignments”
- “Suzanne, listen carefully and ask clarifying questions before offering advice or observation. She is calm patient but also shows expertise and authority.”
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- “Meeting with Suzanne helps me in several ways, she listens to me, we talk things through and explore, we work on things together, she provides resources. I can send her a message anytime and she responds in a timely manner. It’s comforting to know that she’s there to talk to.”
- “I have found Suzanne Shumaker to be understanding my many issues, whereas in the past I have been told I'm doing well. If I WERE doing well, I wouldn't need a therapist! I appreciate the way she understands and communicates with me. She has helped me more than anyone else has been able to, and I appreciate that.”
- “Great therapist who cares and listens”
- “She is amazing, provided me with great support and helps me a lot, she doesn’t judge me”
- “Easy to talk to”
- “Suzanne understands what I’m dealing with and listens to my issues . She supplies me with suggestions to better myself.”
- “Suzanne is very kind and easy to talk to. She makes me feel comfortable to open up and not feel judged.”
- “Suzanne is a great listener, a thoughtful person, and a kind yet productive therapist. She has helped me significantly in my personal journey and I would recommend her to anyone.”
- “Suzanne has been wonderful so far!”
- “Very knowledgeable and nice”
- “Suzanne is patient and then makes the right assessments for the proper recommended worksheets and goals for you to work on.”
- “Suzanne is an amazing person to talk to. I really appreciate everything she has said to me and all of talks have led to some really helpful feedback.”
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