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Suzanne Baer , LCPC

Therapist in Illinois

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About Suzanne

Suzanne Baer is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) in Illinois with 22 years of experience as a therapist, mentor, and life coach. She has worked across a range of clinical settings, including an inpatient drug and alcohol treatment center, sexual abuse counseling, and community mental health programs, bringing a broad base of experience to each client she sees.

Over the course of her career she has supported people facing depression, anxiety, PTSD, grief and loss, relationship concerns, career challenges, and major life transitions. Suzanne has particular experience counseling individuals and families affected by addictions, trauma, and abuse, and she adapts her approach to the needs presented in each case.

Her style is genuine, compassionate, and interactive. She emphasizes a collaborative dialogue designed to meet each person where they are and address their specific goals. Suzanne draws from a variety of therapeutic techniques, including cognitive behavioral therapy, solution-focused strategies, holistic perspectives, client-centered methods, and trauma-informed care, tailoring interventions to the individual.

She acknowledges that taking the first step toward change takes courage and is committed to accompanying clients through their journey. Suzanne aims to encourage, motivate, challenge, and empower people as they work toward a more satisfying and balanced life.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Support

Client-centered therapy focuses on creating a supportive, nonjudgmental relationship in which the therapist follows the client's lead, helping individuals explore their feelings and identify their own solutions. This approach is helpful for those seeking a compassionate space to work through relationship concerns, life transitions, or emotional distress.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, is a practical, skills-based approach that helps people identify and change unhelpful thinking patterns and behaviors. CBT is often used to address anxiety, depression, and stress by teaching manageable tools for coping and problem solving.

Dialectical Behavior Therapy, or DBT, blends acceptance and change strategies and emphasizes skills in emotion regulation, distress tolerance, interpersonal effectiveness, and mindfulness. DBT can be useful for people dealing with intense emotions, relationship difficulties, or patterns of impulsive behavior.

Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Suzanne works collaboratively with clients to determine which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences, and she adjusts the plan as progress unfolds.

Online therapy offers flexibility through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, making it easier to fit care into busy schedules or to connect from different locations. These options allow licensed professionals to offer regular support, practical skill teaching, and ongoing check-ins in a way that aligns with each person's lifestyle.

Frequently asked questions

How much experience does Suzanne Baer have?

Suzanne Baer has 22 years of experience working as a therapist, mentor, and life coach.

Is Suzanne Baer a licensed therapist?

Yes. She holds the credential LCPC, which stands for Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor. Her license is IL LCPC 180.007079.

In which languages does Suzanne Baer provide therapy?

Suzanne Baer provides therapy in English.

Where is Suzanne Baer located?

She is located in Illinois.

How can I work with Suzanne Baer as my therapist?

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

Does Suzanne Baer work with international clients?

Suzanne Baer does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Suzanne Baer 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 with therapy 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.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyAddictionsTrauma and abuseGriefDepression

Additional focus areas

AbandonmentAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesAvoidant personalityBody imageCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesDependent personalityDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)Divorce and separationDrug and alcohol addictionEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsForgivenessGuilt and shameHoardingImpulsivityInfidelityIntellectual disabilityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMoney and financial issuesMood disordersNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPhobiasPost-traumatic stressSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSexual assault and abuseSocial anxiety and phobiaSomatizationWomen's issuesWorkplace issues

Therapeutic approaches

Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Mindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingNarrative TherapyPsychodynamic TherapySolution-Focused TherapyTrauma-Focused Therapy

Experience

22+ years

Licensed

Illinois

Languages

English

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