Susan Zapatha, LMHC
Compassionate Florida LMHC for relationships
- Relationship and family issues
- Trauma and grief support
- Flexible online sessions
About Susan Zapatha
Susan Zapatha is a licensed mental health counselor in Florida with 28 years of professional experience. As an LMHC (Licensed Mental Health Counselor), she has worked with individuals and families navigating relationship challenges, family conflict, trauma and abuse, and the pain of grief and loss. Her long career has focused on helping people find clearer ways to understand their feelings and to move toward healthier connections and coping patterns.
Susan creates an open, nonjudgmental space where clients can express thoughts and emotions honestly. She approaches each person with respect and aims to support them in identifying goals and practical steps for change. Acknowledging that reaching out for help takes courage, she offers steady encouragement and practical guidance to empower clients as they work toward a more fulfilling and happier life.
Susan creates an open, nonjudgmental space where clients can express thoughts and emotions honestly. She approaches each person with respect and aims to support them in identifying goals and practical steps for change. Acknowledging that reaching out for help takes courage, she offers steady encouragement and practical guidance to empower clients as they work toward a more fulfilling and happier life.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
Stress, AnxietyAddictionsLGBTIntimacy-related issuesSleeping disordersAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderDepressionCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeAvoidant personalityBlended family issuesCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)DissociationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsForgivenessGuilt and shameHospice and end-of-life counselingInfidelityJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisMood disordersNarcissismPanic disorder and panic attacksPersonality disordersPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthSelf-loveSexual assault and abuseSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaTraumatic brain injuryWomen's issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Susan Zapatha have?
Susan Zapatha has 28 years of experience.
Is Susan Zapatha a licensed therapist?
Yes, she holds the credential LMHC. License details are FL LMHC MH7032.
In which languages does Susan Zapatha provide therapy?
She provides therapy in English.
Where is Susan Zapatha located?
She is located in Florida.
How can I work with Susan Zapatha as my therapist?
You can work with Susan Zapatha through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Susan Zapatha work with international clients?
Yes, Susan Zapatha works with international clients.
How much does therapy with Susan Zapatha 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, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started with therapy 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.
Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care with Susan Zapatha
Attachment-Based Therapy focuses on how early relationships influence current patterns of connection and trust. Susan uses this approach to help clients explore attachment styles, improve emotional bonds, and address issues like abandonment or difficulty forming stable relationships.Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes the client’s own experience and priorities. In this approach Susan offers empathetic listening and collaborative goal-setting so clients can discover solutions that fit their values and life circumstances.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) helps people identify and shift unhelpful thoughts and behaviors. Susan applies CBT techniques to address anxiety, stress, mood challenges, and coping skills for everyday difficulties.
Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Susan works collaboratively with each person to determine which methods best match their needs, goals, and preferences, and she adjusts the plan as progress unfolds.
Online therapy with Susan includes video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, offering flexibility for busy schedules and varied communication styles. These options make it easier to fit therapy into daily life and to maintain continuity of care across distances, while allowing clients and licensed professionals to focus on meaningful work together.