Susan Lockard , LPC

Susan Lockard is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing in Pennsylvania who brings 16 years of experience to her work with adults facing depression, anxiety, trauma, and major life transitions. She combines compassionate, client-focused care with evidence-based methods to help people build resilience, address self-esteem and social anxiety concerns, and navigate complex interpersonal dynamics.

With a particular sensitivity to women's midlife experiences and the emotional challenges that accompany life changes, Susan supports clients in developing clearer self-understanding, stronger communication skills, and more meaningful connections. Her practice emphasizes healing from past hurts, processing grief and loss, and managing symptoms related to mood disorders, panic, ADHD, and caregiver or compassion fatigue.

Drawing on approaches such as client-centered therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, EMDR, and mindfulness techniques, she tailors her interventions to each person’s goals and strengths. Susan aims to walk alongside clients with empathy and practical guidance as they work toward sustainable change and a renewed sense of purpose.

Evidence-Based Approaches for Online Therapy

Susan Lockard brings several proven therapeutic approaches into online work to meet varied needs. Client-centered therapy focuses on listening deeply and creating space for a person to explore their thoughts and feelings - it helps those seeking self-understanding, improved relationships, and a steadier sense of self. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) targets the links between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors and is especially useful for addressing anxiety, depression, panic, and disruptive patterns that interfere with daily life. Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) is used to process traumatic memories and reduce their emotional intensity, offering a path forward for people coping with past abuse or traumatic events.

Finding the right fit is part of the therapeutic process. Susan collaborates with each person to choose and adapt approaches based on individual goals, preferences, and the issues they want to address, adjusting methods as progress unfolds. Licensed professionals and therapists often blend techniques to match each client's needs rather than relying on a single model.

Online therapy with Susan can take place via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, providing flexibility for scheduling, reducing travel time, and allowing consistent support from home or other accessible locations. These options make ongoing care more manageable for people balancing work, family, and other responsibilities.