Susan Hammond , LCSW-R

Susan Hammond is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker - Registered (LCSW-R) based in New York with 30 years of professional experience. She works with adults facing stress, anxiety, depression, self-esteem and confidence concerns, relationship difficulties, trauma and abuse, grief, anger, career transitions, bipolar disorder, and other mood challenges. Her additional focus areas include family of origin issues, guilt and shame, isolation and loneliness, life purpose, self-love, and women's issues.

Grounded in client-centered and mindfulness-informed practice, she approaches therapy from a strengths-based perspective and believes each person is the expert of their own story. She supports clients in building motivation, resilience, and practical coping skills to address life changes and emotional obstacles. Recognizing that taking the first step toward a more fulfilling life takes courage, she offers steady, collaborative support aimed at clarifying goals and developing strategies that align with a client's values and daily life.

Client-Centered and Mindfulness Approaches for Online Care

Susan Hammond uses client-centered therapy, which emphasizes listening, empathy, and collaboration to reflect each person’s priorities and build on existing strengths. This approach is well suited to challenges such as low self-esteem, relationship concerns, motivation issues, and life transitions.

Her work with mindfulness therapy introduces present-moment awareness and simple practices for noticing thoughts and feelings without judgment. These techniques can help clients manage stress, anxiety, mood fluctuations, and reactions related to trauma.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process; Susan works collaboratively with clients and licensed professionals to identify methods that match individual needs, goals, and preferences, and she adjusts techniques over time based on feedback and progress.

Online therapy offers practical flexibility in how care is delivered. Susan's practice makes use of video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging so clients can connect in the format that fits their schedules and daily lives. These options help maintain continuity of care and allow therapists to tailor support around work, family, and other commitments.