Suzanne Marin, LCSW - Therapist in North Carolina

About Suzanne

Suzanne Marin is a licensed clinical social worker in North Carolina who helps people manage stress, anxiety, depression, trauma, and relationship concerns. She speaks plainly and offers steady support for issues like intimacy, grief, self-esteem, bipolar disorder, and ADHD. Suzanne emphasizes a compassionate, strengths-focused way of working so clients feel heard and respected.

She creates a calm space for people to talk through what feels hard. Sessions focus on practical steps and skills people can use between appointments.

Background and approach

Suzanne aims to reduce overwhelm and help clients find clearer choices in daily life. Her approach blends several therapy methods that match each person’s situation. She uses evidence-based strategies to address thinking patterns, emotional regulation, and relationship dynamics.

The work is collaborative and tailored rather than one-size-fits-all. Suzanne holds a Licensed Clinical Social Worker credential - LCSW. She has eight years of clinical experience supporting a range of emotional and behavioral concerns.

Her practice reflects attention to identity issues, family tensions, and life transitions. People who contact Suzanne typically start by describing the immediate problem they want to change. From there she and the person map goals and practical steps.

The focus is on small, achievable shifts that improve daily functioning and emotional wellbeing.

Therapy approaches and how they work online

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, or ACT, helps people notice painful thoughts without getting stuck in them and then commit to actions that match their values. It is useful for stress, anxiety, and life changes. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, CBT, focuses on identifying unhelpful thinking patterns and testing them with real-life actions to reduce anxiety and depression. It is practical and goal oriented. Emotionally-Focused Therapy, EFT, looks at how emotions shape close relationships and helps people change interaction patterns that cause pain.

Choosing the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will talk with each person about goals and preferences, then suggest approaches to try. Together they track what helps and adjust methods when needed so the plan fits the client’s life.

Online therapy offers flexible ways to connect. Video calls let people read facial cues and body language. Phone sessions remove travel time and can feel simpler for some. Live chat and text-based messaging give ongoing access to support between sessions and can help with check-ins or practice of new skills. These options make it easier to fit therapy into a busy schedule and maintain regular progress.

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)

Less about arguing with difficult thoughts, more about loosening their grip and acting on what matters to you anyway. Values and committed action carry the work, which suits conversation at a distance.

Client-Centered Therapy

The direction comes from you rather than from a set programme. The therapist offers a warm, non-judgemental space to think out loud and work at your own pace. Online, this rests on the relationship rather than on being in the same room.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

CBT looks at the link between what you think, how you feel, and what you do. You work on noticing unhelpful patterns and practising steadier responses. It suits online sessions well, because much of the work happens between appointments and can be talked through from anywhere.

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of concerns does Suzanne address?

She works with stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, grief, self-esteem, bipolar disorder, ADHD, and a range of relationship and family problems.

How would she describe her therapy style?

Her style is warm and collaborative. Sessions focus on practical steps, emotion regulation, and clearer communication rather than long lectures.

What clinical background does she have?

Suzanne is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with eight years of experience helping people with mood, trauma, and relationship concerns.

Where is she licensed to practice?

She is licensed in North Carolina as an LCSW with license number NC LCSW C015136.

In which languages are sessions offered?

Sessions are offered in English.

What formats are available for sessions?

Sessions can be conducted by video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

How are fees and payment handled?

Costs vary with location and therapist availability and use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.

How do I begin working with Suzanne?

Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions based on therapist availability.

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Experience: 8 years
Licensed: North Carolina
Languages: English

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