
Susanne Congress
(She/Her/Hers)
Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)
Susanne supports students with anxiety, depression, and trauma with empathy and care, creating a space where all feel seen, heard, and empowered.
Susanne is passionate about supporting college students as they navigate the excitement and challenges of emerging adulthood. She strives to create a welcoming, affirming space where individuals feel seen, heard, and empowered throughout their mental health journeys. Susanne works with people of all ages and backgrounds, helping them understand how their life experiences shape their well-being. She has a special interest in treating adolescents and young adults with anxiety and trauma-related disorders. In addition, Susanne has extensive experience providing gender-affirming mental health care and supporting individuals who identify as LGBTQIA+. Her approach is grounded in empathy, curiosity, and collaboration, with a focus on equipping patients with practical skills and greater self-awareness to navigate life with confidence. Inspired by seeing the transformative power of therapy in her loved ones, Susanne is dedicated to helping others in their healing. Outside work, she enjoys swimming in large bodies of water, playing with her rambunctious pup, Bella, and spending time with family.
Areas of focus
Areas of expertise
- Anxiety
- Depression
- Grief and Loss
- Men's Issues
- Panic
- Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
- Self-Esteem
- Trauma
- Women's Issues
Age groups
- Young adults (18-30)
- Adults (31-64)
Treatment specialties
Therapeutic modalities
- Assessment/Evaluation
- Group Therapy
- Individual Therapy
Treatments
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Location
Remote options
- Video
Payment options
Insurance
In-network coverage provided for the following insurance companies
- Aetna – California
- Anthem – California
- Blue Shield of California – California
- Cigna – California
- Health Net – California
- Magellan – California
- Optum – California
- UCSC Student Insurance – California
- In-network insurance
Credentials
Licenses
LCSW
California Board of Behavioral Sciences
110275, California