SUSAN SCHANEN , LCSW

Susan Schanen, LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker), brings 25 years of clinical experience to her work with individuals and families in Jacksonville, Florida. She has supported people facing depression, anxiety, relationship challenges, parenting concerns, and both physical and emotional trauma. Her practice also includes a focused understanding of issues related to adoption and foster care.

Schanen's counseling style is described as warm and interactive, grounded in respect, sensitivity, and compassion. She avoids stigmatizing labels and seeks to meet each person where they are, shaping conversations and treatment plans around the individual needs of the family or person seated before her. Her clinical approach integrates cognitive-behavioral techniques with trauma-focused therapy to address patterns of thinking, emotional responses, and the lasting effects of traumatic experiences.

Throughout her career she has tailored interventions for a wide range of concerns, combining practical strategies with an emphasis on empowerment and resilience. Her work centers on collaborative planning and clear, goal-oriented steps so that people can move toward greater functioning and satisfaction in their daily lives.

CBT and Trauma-Focused Care Delivered Remotely

Susan Schanen uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to help clients identify and shift unhelpful thought patterns and develop practical coping skills for anxiety, depression, and stress. CBT is structured and goal-oriented, supporting measurable changes in day-to-day functioning.

She also draws on Trauma-Focused Therapy to address the emotional and physiological effects of traumatic experiences. This approach concentrates on processing traumatic memories and reducing their impact on current life, with techniques adapted to each person's pace and readiness.

Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic process and is decided collaboratively. A therapist will work with the client to evaluate needs, goals, and preferences, then tailor strategies that fit the individual's situation and comfort level.

Online therapy options include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, offering flexibility for different schedules and communication styles. These formats make it easier to maintain consistent care from licensed professionals without geographic constraints, helping people access ongoing support in ways that suit their daily lives.