Suzanne Walker , LCMHC

Suzanne Walker is a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor (LCMHC) with 38 years of professional experience and an M.S. in Counseling Psychology earned in 1984. She has served both as a practicing clinician and as a clinical supervisor, bringing extensive training and practical know-how to her work with individuals, families, adolescents and children. She has provided care in civilian community settings and as a Department of Defense provider, and her perspective is informed by decades of life as a military family member.

She approaches counseling from a person-centered and holistic stance, emphasizing the relationship between therapist and client as the foundation for change. Suzanne offers a nonjudgmental, unconditional positive regard as she helps people process pain, stress, trauma and life transitions. She listens closely, asks thoughtful questions, and collaborates with each person to develop an individualized plan of care that reflects their goals and values.

Her training spans a range of evidence-informed methods, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Trauma-Focused CBT, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Solution-Focused Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Positive Psychology and Reality Therapy. She is experienced working with issues such as stress, anxiety, addiction, trauma and abuse, depression, ADHD, grief, relationship and family concerns, and a variety of medical and caregiving challenges. Suzanne is familiar with the concerns of LGBTQ+ individuals and allies and has experience across many cultures and lifestyles. She combines her lived experience, clinical training and long-term practice to support people in finding practical choices and pathways to growth.