Susan Merletti , LPCC

Susan Merletti is licensed in California and brings 39 years of professional counseling experience to her work. As an LPCC - Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor - she has assisted people navigating stress, anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, cancer and chronic illness, and unresolved trauma.

Susan approaches therapy from the perspective that each person is the expert of their own story and already possesses strengths that can support change. She focuses on helping clients identify and build on those strengths while addressing the thoughts, feelings, and patterns that get in the way of living a more satisfying life.

Recognizing that reaching out for help takes courage, Susan offers steady, compassionate guidance throughout the healing process. Her practice emphasizes collaboration, practical coping strategies, and thoughtful exploration of life challenges so clients can move toward greater resilience and wellbeing.

Her style blends empathy with clear therapeutic focus to support people through significant transitions and emotional difficulties, helping them move from struggle toward increased clarity and purpose.

Therapeutic Approaches for Online Care

Susan draws on Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Mindfulness Therapy to guide her remote work. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes empathy and collaboration, helping clients explore their own goals and strengths while feeling heard and respected; it is useful for relationship concerns, self-esteem, and life transitions. CBT focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thoughts and behaviors, offering practical tools for anxiety, depression, and stress management. Mindfulness Therapy encourages present-moment awareness and gentle acceptance of difficult emotions, which can support coping with chronic illness, trauma responses, and ongoing stress.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic journey, and Susan works collaboratively with each person to determine which methods best match their needs, goals, and preferences. She tailors the mix of techniques over time so the work remains responsive and effective.

Online therapy with licensed professionals offers flexibility that fits modern life. Through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, clients can connect in ways that suit their schedules and comfort levels. These remote options make it easier to maintain consistent care during busy periods or while managing health and caregiving responsibilities, while still receiving guided support from an experienced therapist.