What patients are saying
Overall rating
4.86
Average wait time
5.00
Bedside manner
5.00
“Overall has been an easy process to get booked and seen. Facility is nice, warm and welcoming. The therapist so far based on our in-take is kind and warm and my daughter seems to really like her!”
Less than 1 year ago
“Excellent service from care members to facilitate a few switches of therapists + great care from therapists”
Less than 1 year ago
About Susan Pragaspathy
Focus areas
Anxiety
Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
Depression
Irrational Fears / Phobias
Clientele seen
Children (<13)
Adults (25-64)
Teenagers (13-17)
Seniors (65+)
Young adults (18-24)
Individuals
Treatment approaches
Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Motivational Interviewing
Exposure Response Prevention
Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
Identity
Gender
FemaleLanguages spoken
English
Getting to know Susan Pragaspathy
Susan Pragaspathy obtained her Master of Art in Counseling Psychology from The Chicago School with a concentration in trauma. She holds a Master of Education in teaching from Aquinas College and a Bachelor of Arts in French, Fine Art, and Art History from Indiana University. Susan works with clients with all types of anxiety, depression, PTSD, body image issues, phobias, grief, OCD, sleep anxiety, LGBTQIA, Misophonia, Parent Coaching, Panic, and School anxiety.
Susan’s warm presence provides empathy and support to help her clients live more fulfilled lives. Susan works with people of all ages using a collaborative approach, building on the therapeutic relationship to help each individual based on their specific symptoms and contexts. Susan uses evidenced-based interventions, including Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) to help individuals build the skills needed to manage stressful symptoms.
She enjoys spending time with her family (including furry family members) and friends, traveling, running, strength training, and creative pursuits.
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Office location
Susan Pragaspathy, LPC also offers online video visits for patients
Light On Anxiety - Naperville (In-Person)
130 W Jefferson Ave, Ste 208, Naperville, IL 60540
Education and background
Practice names
Education and training
- The Chicago School of Professional Psychology, Master's in Counseling Psychology
- Aquinas College (Master's)
- Indiana University (Bachelor's)
NPI number
1154111490
Patient reviews
All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.
Overall rating
4.86
Wait time
5.00
Bedside manner
5.00
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Excellent service from care members to facilitate a few switches of therapists + great care from therapists
Less than 1 year agoInitials hiddenSource: Partner
Susan has been very helpful and kind during my start to therapy.
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my therapist is always willing listening and empathetic
Less than 1 year agoInitials hiddenSource: Partner
She was very informative and also listened when I spoke.
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Taking time to understand what the underlying problem is
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That the therapist understands Anxiety!
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I felt like I was heard
Less than 1 year agoInitials hiddenSource: Partner
Overall has been an easy process to get booked and seen. Facility is nice, warm and welcoming. The therapist so far based on our in-take is kind and warm and my daughter seems to really like her!
Less than 1 year agoInitials hiddenSource: Partner
Susan is awesome!
June 23, 2025Joseph O.Verified patient
Susan was very nice, and patient
May 27, 2025Devin S.Verified patient
Really love Susan. Kind, caring, knowledgeable. Love that she makes resources readily available to me in the portal that I can use after our sessions.
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Compassionate attitude
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Very helpful and responsive
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Very through
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LOA comes across as professional and so far the therapy seems to be done with expertise and evidenced based practices. Our therapist seems very kind and genuine. I like that, as a parent, I can be involved in my daughter's therapy. I look forward to seeing how LOA is able to help my daughter thrive.
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What practice does Susan Pragaspathy work with?
Susan Pragaspathy works with Light On Anxiety Treatment Centers.
Where is Susan Pragaspathy's office located?
Susan Pragaspathy has 2 office locations, including in Chicago and Naperville, view full addresses on Susan Pragaspathy's profile.
What are common reasons for patients to see Susan Pragaspathy?
Susan Pragaspathy frequently sees patients for Depression, New Patient Visit, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Sleep Problems. You can see other visit reasons for Susan Pragaspathy on their profile.
What languages does Susan Pragaspathy speak?
Susan Pragaspathy speaks English.
How do patients rate Susan Pragaspathy in reviews?
22 patients have reviewed Susan Pragaspathy. The overall rating for this doctor is 4.86/5. They have a 5/5 rating for bedside manner and a 5/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.