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- EMDR
- Gottman Method
- Motivational interviewing
About Suzanne
LMSW in Michigan with 32 years of experience, Suzanne Boak helps people work through relationship and family concerns, grief, parenting challenges, and stress-related issues. She uses client-centered methods alongside EMDR, the Gottman Method, motivational interviewing, and solution-focused techniques to address problems like anxiety, trauma, anger, and low self-esteem.
She speaks plainly in sessions and focuses on practical steps clients can use between meetings. Conversations often center on communication, setting boundaries, coping with life changes, and repairing intimacy-related problems. Suzanne also supports people facing caregiver stress, chronic illness or pain, blended family complications, and issues tied to family of origin.
Her work draws on long clinical experience rather than single-session fixes. Suzanne helps clients identify what is working, then builds small, achievable goals. She may use EMDR when trauma processing fits a person’s needs, or the Gottman Method for focused work on relationship patterns.
Sessions combine talking and targeted exercises. Clients can expect straightforward feedback, skills practice, and planning for real-life situations. Motivational interviewing and solution-focused tools are used to clarify goals and encourage progress without overwhelming steps.
Suzanne has provided care in Michigan and overseas across many settings. She holds an LMSW and brings 32 years of practice to each case. People who want a direct, practical approach to relationship and life challenges often find this format useful.
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How Suzanne uses specific approaches in remote work
Client-Centered Therapy focuses on the client’s perspective and priorities. It involves open conversation and reflective listening to help people clarify what they want to change and decide on next steps. This approach is useful for relationship concerns, self-esteem, and coping with life changes.Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) is a trauma-focused method that helps process difficult memories and reduce their emotional impact. When appropriate, it can be used for trauma, abuse, and intense grief work, often paired with preparation and stabilization techniques.
Deciding which methods to use is a collaborative process. The therapist will talk with the client about goals, past experiences, and how different methods feel to them. Together they choose an approach or combination that matches the client’s needs and comfort level.
Confirm current session options before booking so you know what formats are offered. Online work can make sessions easier to fit into a busy schedule, allow for shorter check-ins when needed, and remove travel time. It also allows focused skill practice between meetings. Ask about the specific session formats offered when you complete the matching questionnaire.
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Experience
32+ years
Listed in
Michigan
Languages
English
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Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she address?
She addresses relationship and family issues, grief, parenting, self-esteem, anxiety, trauma and abuse, anger, and coping with life changes among other concerns.
How would you describe her therapeutic style?
Her style is practical and client-centered, focusing on clear steps, communication skills, and goal-oriented work.
How much experience does she have?
She has 32 years of clinical experience working in Michigan and overseas.
What are her credentials and location?
She holds an LMSW and practices in Michigan.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English.
Does she work with international clients?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How are sessions paid for?
Cost varies by location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin the process?
Begin by selecting the See online therapy options button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and scheduling a first session.
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