Susan Lockard , LPC

Susan Lockard is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing in Pennsylvania who brings 16 years of clinical experience to her work with adults facing emotional and relational challenges. She focuses on helping people cope with depression, anxiety, trauma and abuse, self-esteem struggles, and the transitions that accompany different life stages. As an LPC - a state-issued license for professional counseling - she combines clinical training with a compassionate, person-focused approach.

Susan emphasizes building deeper self-understanding and stronger communication skills so clients can improve relationships and find greater emotional balance. Her practice addresses a broad range of concerns including mood disorders, panic, ADHD, grief, parenting and family problems, and issues that often accompany caregiving, compassion fatigue, or midlife changes. She also offers specialized support for LGBT clients and those working through abandonment, dissociation, or feelings of emptiness.

Drawing on evidence-based methods such as client-centered therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, EMDR, and mindfulness techniques, she creates a collaborative space for healing and growth. Susan is particularly attuned to women’s experiences and the nuanced emotional journeys that many adults navigate, and she aims to empower people to rediscover inner strengths and build sustainable, meaningful change.

Therapeutic Approaches for Online Healing and Growth

Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes a respectful, nonjudgmental relationship where the therapist follows the client's lead to foster self-awareness and personal growth - it is helpful for those seeking to explore values, build self-esteem, and improve relationships. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying and shifting unhelpful thoughts and behaviors; it is commonly used to treat anxiety, depression, panic, and mood disorders by teaching practical coping strategies. Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) targets distressing memories and trauma-related symptoms through a structured processing approach and can be beneficial for people working to reduce the emotional impact of past events.

Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Susan works collaboratively with each person to identify which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences, and she adapts techniques over time as therapy progresses. The aim is to find a practical, personalized path that supports recovery and resilience.

Online therapy with Susan uses video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to increase flexibility and access to care. These options make it easier to fit sessions into busy lives, continue therapy during transitions, and maintain consistent support from licensed professionals and therapists regardless of location within the state.