I've been with Susan for a number months trust her opinion. I've been in therapy before. It has never really been successful. I'm glad that I was paired up with her
Susan Ryder, LCPC
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through BetterHelp
At a glance
Susan is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.
- 5.0 stars
- Clients are very satisfied with Susan. View 10 reviews
- Speaks English
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in Maine
Recent reviews
Wonderful therapist, would recommend highly
More about Susan
- 17 years' experience
- Female
- LCPC
I am licensed in Maine with 17 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, motivation, self esteem, and confidence, depression, & coping with life changes. I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage and I am proud of you for getting started!
Specialties
Stress
Anxiety
Self esteem
Depression
Coping with life changes
Compassion fatigue
Addictions
Relationship issues
Family conflicts
Trauma and abuse
Grief
Intimacy-related issues
Parenting issues
Anger management
ADHD
Aging and geriatric issues
Blended family issues
Caregiver issues and stress
Communication problems
Divorce and separation
Family problems
First responder issues
Forgiveness
Hospice and end-of-life counseling
Infidelity
Postpartum depression
Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)
Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
Workplace issues
Young adult issues
Treatment Approaches
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Motivational Interviewing
- Narrative Therapy
- Solution-Focused Therapy
Licenses
Susan Ryder's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1134256316.
- LCPC · Maine · CC2739 · Expires March 2025
About online counseling
- Affordable.
- Pay a low flat fee.
- Convenient.
- Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
- Available now.
- There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.
Online counseling allows you to receive care from a mental health practitioner via phone, video chat, or instant messaging. It is convenient for those who may have trouble getting to or would prefer not to have in-person therapy appointments. Starting at $65 per week, online counseling is generally more affordable than in-person counseling. A study by researchers at University of California, Berkeley found that online counseling can be just as effective as face-to-face therapy while being more convenient, affordable, and accessible.
Reviews for Susan Ryder
All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.
Overall rating:
I've been with Susan for a number months trust her opinion. I've been in therapy before. It has never really been successful. I'm glad that I was paired up with her
Wonderful therapist, would recommend highly
My experience with Susan has been great. She has been very helpful
Susan is great she she listens and offers a solution
Susan is a great listener. I look forward to speaking with her every week.
I tried therapy before and it never has really worked for me Susan listens and sometimes that's all I need and then she gives me a perspective that I had not thought of before
Susan is very good and patient. She listens and takes my needs into consideration at every session. I have been in many a situation mentally that has made me so grateful to have her as my therapist and to have discovered Better Help!
Susan has been a very big help. After only a few sessions, I am beginning to feel more like the person I wanted to be again. She is thoughtful, understanding, asks good questions, and recognizes her clients are people too.
Very beneficial, helpful , understanding amazing therapist
Still early but so far, so good. She's very responsive to my needs and we've only met once. I'm eager to engage in therapy, and maybe couples therapy in the future.
Frequently asked questions
Does Susan Ryder offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Susan Ryder works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.
What language(s) does Susan Ryder speak?
Susan Ryder speaks English.
How many years of experience does Susan Ryder have?
Susan Ryder has 17 years of experience.
Where is Susan Ryder licensed to practice?
Susan Ryder is licensed to practice in Maine.
Does Susan Ryder accept clients outside of the United States?
No, Susan Ryder does not accept clients outside of the United States.
Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?
Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."
What treatment approaches does Susan Ryder offer?
Susan Ryder offers clients Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing, Narrative Therapy, and Solution-Focused Therapy.
How can I communicate with Susan Ryder?
Susan Ryder can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.
How do I get started with Susan Ryder?
Just tap the CHAT NOW button or tap here: A new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.
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When you tap CHAT NOW a new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.