Dr. Susan Frauenholtz, LISW, LCSW
Licensed social worker specializing in trauma recovery
- 20 years experience
- Trauma-informed care
- CBT and motivational interviewing
About Dr. Susan Frauenholtz
Dr. Susan Frauenholtz is a licensed social worker with two decades of experience who brings a collaborative, strengths-based approach to therapy. She holds the credentials LISW and LCSW - LISW denotes a Licensed Independent Social Worker and LCSW indicates a Licensed Clinical Social Worker - and applies that training to help clients navigate stress, anxiety, trauma, grief, and major life changes. Drawing on certification in Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, she supports people working through past trauma and helps them move toward greater fulfillment and resilience.
Her practice emphasizes a warm, nonjudgmental partnership in which goals and methods are tailored to each person's needs and preferences. She frequently works with women on concerns such as self-esteem, depression, relationship and family difficulties, parenting challenges, and coping with illness or caregiving stress. In addition to those areas, she offers support for addictions, bipolar disorder, ADHD, eating and sleeping problems, career transitions, and issues related to sexual orientation and identity.
Dr. Frauenholtz combines client-centered listening with evidence-based tools like cognitive behavioral techniques and motivational interviewing, adapting interventions to what will be most useful for the individual. She is experienced in addressing compassion fatigue, forgiveness work, life purpose exploration, and seasonal mood changes, and she welcomes working with international clients who seek flexible, thoughtful therapeutic support.
Her practice emphasizes a warm, nonjudgmental partnership in which goals and methods are tailored to each person's needs and preferences. She frequently works with women on concerns such as self-esteem, depression, relationship and family difficulties, parenting challenges, and coping with illness or caregiving stress. In addition to those areas, she offers support for addictions, bipolar disorder, ADHD, eating and sleeping problems, career transitions, and issues related to sexual orientation and identity.
Dr. Frauenholtz combines client-centered listening with evidence-based tools like cognitive behavioral techniques and motivational interviewing, adapting interventions to what will be most useful for the individual. She is experienced in addressing compassion fatigue, forgiveness work, life purpose exploration, and seasonal mood changes, and she welcomes working with international clients who seek flexible, thoughtful therapeutic support.
Areas of Expertise
Also Specializes In
AddictionsLGBTRelationship issuesFamily conflictsEating disordersSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderDepressionCompassion fatigueADHD
Additional Focus Areas
CancerCaregiver issues and stressForgivenessLife purposeSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-loveWomen's issues
Therapeutic Approach
Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Motivational Interviewing Narrative Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Dr. Susan Frauenholtz have?
Dr. Susan Frauenholtz has 20 years of experience.
Is Dr. Susan Frauenholtz a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds the credentials LISW and LCSW. License details are IA LISW 06146 and UT LCSW 13834085-3501.
In which languages does Dr. Susan Frauenholtz provide therapy?
She provides therapy in English.
Where is Dr. Susan Frauenholtz located?
She is located in Utah.
How can I work with Dr. Susan Frauenholtz as my therapist?
You can work with Dr. Susan Frauenholtz through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Dr. Susan Frauenholtz work with international clients?
Yes, Dr. Susan Frauenholtz works with international clients.
How much does therapy with Dr. Susan Frauenholtz cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, just click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Just click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care
Dr. Susan Frauenholtz integrates client-centered therapy and cognitive behavioral therapy to meet each person's needs. Client-centered therapy focuses on active listening, empathy, and creating a respectful therapeutic partnership so clients can explore feelings and values at their own pace - this approach is helpful for self-esteem, life transitions, and relationship concerns. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, targets unhelpful thoughts and behaviors with practical strategies and skill-building, making it effective for anxiety, depression, sleep difficulties, and trauma-related symptoms.She also uses motivational interviewing to support people who are ambivalent about change; this collaborative style helps clients identify their own motivations and strengthen commitment to goals such as recovery from addictions, behavior change, or health-related choices. Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Dr. Frauenholtz works with each person to determine the best fit based on needs, goals, and preferences in a cooperative way.
Online therapy with licensed professionals offers flexibility and accessibility - sessions can occur by video call or phone, and some work can continue through live chat or text-based messaging. These options make it easier to fit therapy into busy lives, support continuity of care across locations, and allow therapists and clients to focus on practical strategies and ongoing progress regardless of distance.
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