Susan Hammond

Susan Hammond is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker - Registered (LCSW-R) based in New York. She helps people who are facing stress, anxiety, low self-esteem, depression, and life changes. She also supports those dealing with grief, trauma, relationship worries, anger, and feelings of isolation or loneliness. Susan speaks plainly and focuses on practical steps people can use day to day.

She sees clients as the experts on their lives and looks for strengths to build on. Sessions are conversational and collaborative. Susan listens for what matters most and then offers simple tools to try between meetings. Mindfulness practices and steady support are common parts of her work.

With three decades of experience, Susan brings steady presence and calm to the room. Her approach aims to help people notice unhelpful patterns and practice new ways of handling stress and difficult emotions. She pays attention to family of origin concerns, guilt and shame, and questions about life purpose.

Susan also addresses mood disorders including bipolar symptoms and career-related stress. She supports women coping with identity and self-love issues. Her style is patient, encouraging, and focused on small achievable changes that add up over time.

To begin, people complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule based on therapist availability. Sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time; prospective clients should confirm current session options before booking.

Therapeutic approaches and online care

Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening and following the person's lead. The therapist offers empathy and reflection so people can name their priorities and build on their own strengths. This approach helps with stress, low self-esteem, relationship questions, and making life changes.

Mindfulness Therapy teaches simple attention practices to notice thoughts and emotions without getting swept away by them. These practices can reduce rumination, support mood regulation, and provide tools for handling grief or anxiety in the moment.

Finding the right approach is a team effort. The therapist will work together with each person to decide which methods fit their goals and daily life. That collaborative process can include trying short exercises, checking what helps, and adjusting as needed.

The original biography does not specify which online or in-person session formats are used. Before booking, confirm the current session options so you know what format is offered. Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into busy schedules, reduce commute time, and allow quick check-ins when needed. It can also let people try mindfulness practices during the week and bring notes back to sessions for discussion.