Susanne Loar , LCSW

Susanne Loar is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) who blends psychodynamic and somatic psychology to help people build confidence, fulfillment, and more joy in daily life. She creates a collaborative, person-centered space where clients can explore how present symptoms may have once served a purpose and how the insights that arise can become tools for meaningful change. Susanne emphasizes empowerment that often spreads beyond individual concerns to influence relationships, work, and overall well-being.

With extensive experience treating addictive disorders, she supports clients in developing new ways of living when substances or behaviors have become harmful. She also works with partners and family members affected by another person’s addiction to address the broader impacts on health and relationships. Susanne brings practical knowledge of available resources and assists in implementing sustainable strategies for recovery and healthier patterns.

Originally from Germany, Susanne has lived and traveled in multiple countries and values diversity in her work. She describes her approach as eclectic and person centered, staying informed about current research while treating each person as an individual with a unique story. Her background includes work in inpatient and outpatient substance use disorder programs, public mental health agencies, hospital inpatient mental health, and the neonatal intensive care unit. She also supervises associate social workers and substance use specialists, and strives to meet clients where they are with deep listening and compassionate support.