Susan Wildemann, LCSW

Susan Wildemann is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in New York with 33 years of clinical experience. She earned a Master of Social Work from Boston University and has spent decades supporting people through depression, anxiety, relationship struggles, grief, trauma, and the many transitions that accompany life changes.

Her therapeutic manner is warm and interactive, grounded in respect, sensitivity, and compassion. She does not rely on stigmatizing labels and instead tailors care to each person's strengths and circumstances. Her practice draws on cognitive-behavioral strategies, mindfulness practices, humanistic principles, and solution-focused techniques to create individualized plans that address symptoms as well as underlying patterns.

In addition to general mental health concerns, she has worked with individuals with intellectual disabilities and focuses on caregiver stress, chronic illness and pain, communication challenges, post-traumatic stress, and traumatic brain injury. Susan works collaboratively with clients to set goals, develop coping skills, and build resilience, offering steady support for those ready to take steps toward greater wellbeing.

Online Therapies and Approaches Tailored to You

Online sessions with Susan Wildemann can draw on cognitive behavioral therapy and mindfulness-based work to address current symptoms and daily stressors. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns and teaching practical skills to manage anxiety, depression, and mood changes. Mindfulness Therapy helps clients develop present-moment awareness and stress-reduction skills that are useful for anxiety, sleep difficulties, and coping with chronic illness.

For those who have experienced trauma, Trauma-Focused Therapy offers targeted strategies to process painful memories and reduce the impact of post-traumatic symptoms, using gradual, supportive techniques tailored to each person's pace. Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic process - Susan will collaborate with each client to determine which methods best fit their needs, goals, and preferences and will adjust the plan as progress unfolds.

Online appointments are 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 regular care from licensed professionals without travel, helping clients maintain continuity of treatment while balancing work, family, and other commitments.