Suzanne Baer , LCPC

Suzanne Baer is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) in Illinois with 22 years of experience providing therapy, mentoring, and life coaching. She has worked across a range of clinical settings, including inpatient drug and alcohol treatment, sexual abuse counseling, and community mental health programs, bringing broad experience with addictions, trauma, and complex emotional concerns.

Over her career Suzanne has supported people facing depression, anxiety, PTSD, grief and loss, relationship challenges, career transitions, and other life changes. Her practice also addresses issues such as abandonment, attachment and relationship difficulties, body image, caregiver stress, chronic illness and pain, codependency, and personality-related concerns. She applies a trauma-informed lens when working with individuals and families affected by abuse and addictive behaviors.

Suzanne’s approach is genuine, compassionate, and interactive. She tailors conversations and interventions to each person’s unique needs and strengths, offering encouragement, motivation, challenge, and practical skills to promote meaningful progress. She uses a variety of therapeutic techniques, including cognitive behavioral therapy, client-centered and solution-focused work, holistic strategies, and trauma-informed care to help clients move toward greater wellbeing. Suzanne is committed to walking alongside people as they take the courageous first steps toward change.