Suzanne Shumaker, LCSW, CA | Psychotherapist

About Suzanne Shumaker

Focus areas

Addiction / Substance Abuse

Anxiety

Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD)

Alcoholism

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Work-Related Counseling

Anger Management

Bipolar Disorder

Clientele seen

Young adults (18-24)

Adults (25-64)

Individuals

Treatment approaches

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Motivational Interviewing

Dialectical (DBT)

Compassion Focused

Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)

Narrative

Identity

Gender

Female

Ethnicity

White

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Suzanne Shumaker

Hi there, I'm Suzanne! I’m glad you’re here. My goal is to create a safe, supportive, and judgment-free space where you can feel comfortable being yourself, explore what’s bringing you to therapy, and work together toward the changes that feel meaningful to you. We’ll move at a pace that feels comfortable for you, and I’ll meet you where you are. My focus I work with adults who may be having a difficult time with navigating relationship challenges, life transitions, difficult past experiences, low self-esteem, depression, anxiety, grief, or patterns that no longer feel helpful. Together we can strengthen coping skills, boundaries and self-compassion toward oneself. My approach I take a compassionate, person-centered and or trauma-informed approach that recognizes the ways you have learned to cope and protect yourself throughout life. Together, we’ll build on your strengths, develop tools that support you, and work toward greater self-understanding, confidence, and connection. My goal is to walk alongside you. My communication style My communication style is warm, compassionate, and genuine. I strive to create an environment where you feel comfortable being open and honest, while also being clear and direct when it matters. I value open communication and will respectfully share observations, ask thoughtful questions, and provide honest feedback. My journey to mental healthcare I became a therapist because I wanted to create a space where people could feel heard, understood, and accepted without judgment. I believe that behind every behavior, emotion, and struggle is a story, and I value the opportunity to help clients understand their experiences with greater compassion and curiosity.

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Popular visit reasons

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Depression

Gambling Addiction

Mood Swings

Prolonged Grief Disorder (PGD)

Psychotherapy

Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit

Therapy

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Depression

Gambling Addiction

Mood Swings

Education and background

Practice names

Rula Health - L.A. West

Education and training

University of Southern California, Master's in Social Work

NPI number

1821502337

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What practice does Suzanne Shumaker work with?

Suzanne Shumaker works with Rula Health - L.A. West.

What are common reasons for patients to see Suzanne Shumaker?

Suzanne Shumaker frequently sees patients for Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Depression, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Therapy. You can see other visit reasons for Suzanne Shumaker on their profile.