Susan Cockrell , LCSW

Susan Cockrell is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) who draws on five years of clinical work to support people facing a wide range of life challenges. She practices from a compassionate, client-centered stance and adapts evidence-based methods such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) to meet each person where they are. Her areas of focus include addictions, LGBT concerns, self-esteem, career and workplace challenges, coping with life changes, stress and anxiety, relationships and family issues, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related concerns, parenting, and depression, along with additional attention to caregiving stress, chronic illness and pain, codependency, and first responder issues.

Susan prioritizes creating an affirming, nonjudgmental space where clients can explore personal growth, heal from past experiences, and build stronger communication and coping skills. She is particularly committed to supporting sexual identity and intimacy matters, workplace difficulties, and transitions that affect identity and relationships. Her approach emphasizes collaboration, practical tools, and compassionate guidance to help clients clarify values, set goals, and improve day-to-day functioning.

Across individual work and short-term coaching, Susan aims to help people manage immediate concerns while fostering longer-term resilience. As a licensed social worker with experience in both Texas and Arizona, she brings an understanding of diverse backgrounds and life circumstances to her clinical work.

Could Remote Therapy Be a Good Fit?

Online therapy can be a practical option for people dealing with common concerns such as stress, anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, or life transitions. For many of these issues, remote therapy has been shown to produce outcomes comparable to traditional in-person sessions, making it a viable choice for those seeking effective support from a distance.

One of the main benefits is flexibility - individuals can connect with a therapist in the format that best fits their schedule and comfort level, whether by video call, phone session, live chat, or in-app messaging. This variety of options can make it easier to maintain consistent care while balancing work, family, or other commitments.

Licensed professionals provide care through remote sessions, and clients often have the option to request a different therapist if they are seeking a different fit. For many people, online therapy offers accessible and practical ways to work on goals, learn coping skills, and address emotional or interpersonal concerns with the guidance of a trained therapist.