Susan Davis, LMFT

Susan Davis is a California licensed marriage and family therapist (LMFT), bringing 35 years of clinical experience to her work with individuals, couples, and families. Her career has included private practice, the development and oversight of a training program for MFT interns, supervision of third- and fourth-year psychiatric residents as they build therapy hours, coauthorship of two books on community mental health, and teaching as an adjunct professor at three universities. Susan’s background blends hands-on clinical care with education and program development, giving her a broad perspective on helping people through life transitions and relational challenges.

Susan specializes in stress and anxiety, relationship and intimacy matters, grief and loss, parenting concerns, depression, family dynamics, and coping with life changes. She emphasizes respect, sensitivity, and compassion, and she customizes conversational style and treatment plans to match each person’s unique needs. As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, she uses evidence-informed methods to support practical coping and meaningful change. Susan recognizes that beginning therapy takes courage and she affirms people for taking that first step toward support.

Approach-Focused Online Care with a Licensed Therapist

Susan draws on Attachment-Based Therapy to explore how early and current relationship patterns shape emotional responses and closeness - an approach that can be especially helpful for intimacy issues, family dynamics, and relationship repair. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is used to identify and shift unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns, offering practical strategies for managing anxiety, stress, and depressive symptoms. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes empathetic listening and collaboration, creating space for clients to set goals and shape the pace and focus of their own healing.

Finding the right fit is part of the therapeutic process. Licensed professionals and therapists often combine these approaches, and Susan will work collaboratively with each client to determine which methods best match their needs, goals, and preferences. This collaborative approach helps tailor treatment to what matters most to the individual or family.

Online therapy with Susan is offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, providing flexibility for different schedules and comfort levels. These options make it easier to access consistent care from home, work, or elsewhere, and to continue progress even when life is busy or circumstances change.