Susan Lipkin, LISW
Ohio LISW specializing in trauma and relationships
- Trauma and abuse
- Relationships and family
- Stress and anxiety
About Susan Lipkin
Susan Lipkin is a Licensed Independent Social Worker (LISW) with a master’s degree in clinical social work and 36 years of clinical experience. She has held a license as a clinical social worker since 1988 and became independently licensed in 1999, bringing long-term familiarity with a range of care settings and client needs.
Susan’s work emphasizes a client-centered stance, listening closely to each person’s priorities and building on what already helps them. Her background includes seven years in private practice as a psychotherapist, as well as roles in community mental health centers, psychiatric hospitals, and veterans’ services. She has provided individual, couples, and family therapy and works with both men and women.
She has extensive experience supporting people who survived sexual and physical abuse and those coping with diverse traumatic experiences, including military-related trauma. Susan has also worked with many women affected by domestic violence, individuals and couples navigating infertility, and older adults confronting issues related to aging. Across these areas she addresses depression, anxiety, relationship difficulties, and challenging life transitions.
Susan values flexibility in treatment and integrates methods to meet real-time needs, drawing on substantial training in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy when appropriate. Her practice centers on acceptance, warmth, and an absence of judgment as she collaborates with clients to address stress, coping, and relationship concerns.
Susan’s work emphasizes a client-centered stance, listening closely to each person’s priorities and building on what already helps them. Her background includes seven years in private practice as a psychotherapist, as well as roles in community mental health centers, psychiatric hospitals, and veterans’ services. She has provided individual, couples, and family therapy and works with both men and women.
She has extensive experience supporting people who survived sexual and physical abuse and those coping with diverse traumatic experiences, including military-related trauma. Susan has also worked with many women affected by domestic violence, individuals and couples navigating infertility, and older adults confronting issues related to aging. Across these areas she addresses depression, anxiety, relationship difficulties, and challenging life transitions.
Susan values flexibility in treatment and integrates methods to meet real-time needs, drawing on substantial training in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy when appropriate. Her practice centers on acceptance, warmth, and an absence of judgment as she collaborates with clients to address stress, coping, and relationship concerns.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
LGBTFamily conflictsGriefParenting issuesAnger managementCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCompassion fatigue
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAging and geriatric issuesBlended family issuesCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesDivorce and separationDomestic violenceFatherhood issuesFertility issuesIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMood disordersPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSexual assault and abuseSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Narrative Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Susan Lipkin have?
Susan Lipkin has 36 years of clinical experience.
Is Susan Lipkin a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds the credential LISW, which denotes Licensed Independent Social Worker. License details are OH LISW I.0008521-SUPV.
In which languages does Susan Lipkin provide therapy?
Susan Lipkin provides therapy in English.
Where is Susan Lipkin located?
Susan Lipkin is located in Ohio.
How can I work with Susan Lipkin as my therapist?
You can work with Susan Lipkin through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Susan Lipkin work with international clients?
Susan Lipkin does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Susan Lipkin cost?
Costs can vary depending on factors such as 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, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started is quick and straightforward. 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.
Blending Therapeutic Approaches for Effective Online Care
Client-Centered Therapy focuses on understanding each person’s perspective and building a collaborative relationship in which the therapist follows the client’s lead to identify goals and strengths. This approach helps when people need empathy, validation, and support to find their own solutions.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is a practical, skills-based method that explores links between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. CBT is useful for addressing anxiety, depression, and stressful patterns by teaching strategies to reframe unhelpful thinking and develop coping skills.
Mindfulness Therapy encourages present-focused awareness and gentle acceptance of difficult emotions and sensations, often helping with stress, rumination, and emotion regulation. Susan draws on these approaches to tailor sessions to each person’s concerns and goals. She works collaboratively with clients to determine which methods fit best based on needs, preferences, and what clients hope to change.
Online sessions can take place by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging, offering flexibility for busy schedules, mobility limits, or geographic constraints. These options make consistent care more accessible and allow licensed professionals to maintain continuity of support across life changes.