Susan Wolanyk

Susan Wolanyk is an LPCC, LMHC who focuses on helping people facing stress, anxiety, depression, grief, and life transitions. She brings 13 years of experience working with a wide range of concerns, including trauma, addiction, anger, and caregiver stress. Susan writes plainly and listens closely to make space for each person's story.

She draws on client-centered ideas to follow what matters most to each person. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy techniques are used when patterns of thinking and behavior get in the way of daily life. Motivational Interviewing helps people find their own reasons to change and keep momentum.

Susan has worked in community settings with diverse groups and people from immigrant backgrounds. That experience shaped her patience and compassion for people who feel shame, fear, or isolation. She understands the practical impacts of cultural and generational issues.

Her approach is collaborative and strengths-based. Sessions focus on small, concrete steps as well as long-term goals. Susan aims to help people reduce symptoms and build routines that support wellbeing.

Clients can expect a respectful, hopeful relationship grounded in mutual regard. She emphasizes clear communication, practical problem solving, and steady support through transitions. If intellectual disability is part of a client's situation, Susan notes it among her areas of focus and addresses related concerns in session.

How her approaches translate to online work

Client-Centered Therapy focuses on following each person's lead and building a trusting relationship. Online sessions let the therapist and client focus on what matters most and shape the work around the client's priorities.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) targets patterns of thinking and behavior that contribute to distress. In online sessions CBT tools include identifying unhelpful thoughts, practicing new behaviors, and setting small homework steps to try between meetings.

Motivational Interviewing helps people find their own reasons to change and increase motivation. It pairs well with client-centered conversation and works online when a person needs help deciding on next steps or staying committed to a plan.

Choosing the best approach is a shared process. The therapist will discuss goals, preferences, and what has or hasn't helped before and then suggest a path forward. Clients can try different strategies and adjust the plan as they go.

Session formats are not specified in the biography, so confirm current options before booking. Online work can make scheduling easier and reduce travel time, and it can fit into busy days or caregiving routines. It also makes it simpler to continue care during life transitions while keeping therapy focused on practical steps and steady progress.