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- Cognitive behavioral therapy
- Mindfulness techniques
- 45 minute sessions preferred
About Susan
LCSW in Utah with 18 years of clinical experience, Susan Keene focuses on anxiety, depression, addiction, and relationship concerns using primarily cognitive behavioral therapy. She pays close attention to everyday self-talk and how it shapes feelings and behavior. Susan also integrates elements of dialectical behavior therapy and mindfulness approaches when helpful.
Susan begins by looking at what is happening in the present moment. She asks about thoughts that feel automatic and about reactions that seem driven by older experiences. Sessions may include simple exercises to calm a triggered nervous system and experiments to test new ways of thinking and acting.
Her background includes long experience with depression, anxiety, family conflict, and substance problems. That experience shows up in practical suggestions and in willingness to discuss both clinical patterns and life context. She draws on a range of life experience and some spiritual ideas without presenting a religious viewpoint.
Susan is direct about common barriers to getting started. She notes that beginning therapy can feel scary and that progress usually takes work across sessions. She encourages curiosity and steady effort rather than quick fixes.
Before working together clients agree to a disclosure form and are encouraged to use platform features such as the video session test and free classes. Sessions are structured around looking at thoughts, calming techniques, and small behavioral experiments aimed at clearer coping and steadier mood.
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How CBT, DBT, and Mindfulness inform online sessions
Susan uses cognitive behavioral therapy to identify and challenge automatic thoughts that cause distress. In practice this means tracking self-talk, testing unhelpful beliefs, and trying small behavioral experiments to see if new habits change feelings or outcomes.She also draws on dialectical behavior therapy skills to teach practical tools for emotion regulation and distress tolerance. DBT-style skills can help with anger, crisis moments, and managing urges related to addiction. Mindfulness therapy is used to develop attention and reduce reactivity through short, guided practices that focus on the present moment.
Choosing an approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will discuss goals, try techniques, and adjust methods based on what works for the client. That means sessions may mix CBT, DBT skills, and mindfulness exercises according to needs and preferences.
The biography mentions video session testing and platform messaging features, but does not list all session formats. Confirm current session options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy week, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and reduce travel time. It also supports practicing techniques between meetings and using platform tools such as recorded exercises and message-based follow-ups when available.
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Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Also works with
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
18+ years
Listed in
Utah
Languages
English
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Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she address?
She works with stress, anxiety, depression, addiction, relationship and family problems, grief, trauma and related issues listed in her specialties.
What therapeutic methods does she use?
Her main approach is cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT). She also uses dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) skills and mindfulness practices when appropriate.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has 18 years of experience working with depression, anxiety, addiction, and family conflict alongside formal clinical training.
What are her credentials and location?
She is an LCSW licensed in Utah and practices from that state.
Which languages are supported and can she see international clients?
Sessions are offered in English. She is not accepting international clients.
What session formats are available?
The original biography references video sessions and platform messaging features; confirm current session options before booking to know what formats are offered.
How is cost handled?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session through the platform.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, use the urgent help numbers.