Susan White, MS, tLMHC, NCC
Ottumwa, IA
Online & In-Person
About me
Hello there! I understand navigating anxiety, depression, neurodivergence (OCD, Autism, ADHD, sensory issues, etc.), trauma, anger, or life transitions (divorce, grief/ loss, aging, etc.) can be difficult. If you are struggling to manage overwhelming emotions and/or behaviors, adjust to changes, or feel stuck, I am here to listen and support you. If your goal is to feel more in control of your emotions, thoughts and behaviors, build coping strategies, or just feel better, call or email and I will be glad to get you on my schedule. My goal is for you to feel heard, understood, and empowered to make meaningful changes in your life.
I have training/experience in CBT, DBT, client-centered, motivational Interviewing, emotion-focused, interpersonal, solution-focused, Brainspotting, Play/Art Therapy & many other therapeutic modalities. I focus on a person-centered approach to help you explore your thoughts, emotions & behaviors. We create a treatment plan to address your individual needs.
Starting therapy can be a big step, and it’s normal to feel unsure and nervous. My goal is to create a space where you feel comfortable, supported, truly heard/seen, and safe. You don’t have to have it all figured out—just a willingness to begin. When you’re ready, I’m here to help you take that next step forward and I'll be with you every step of the way!
License
License(s)
Board certification
Education
Bellevue University
Fees and insurance
Cost per session
$ - $Accepted insurance plans
- Tricare
- United Healthcare
- Aetna
- Anthem
- Humana
- Medicaid
- Self-Pay Only
- Alliance
- Cigna
- Blue Cross/Blue Shield
- Optum
Specialties and clinical interests
- ADHD
- Alcohol or Drug Use/Addictions
- Alzheimer's & Dementia
- Anger Issues
- Anxiety
- Autism Spectrum Disorder
- Binge Eating
- Bipolar & Other Mood Disorders
- Body Image
- Borderline Personality Disorder
- Bullying
- Career
- Chronic Illness
- Chronic Pain
- Criminal Justice Involvement
- Depression
- Divorce & Separation
- Domestic Abuse/Violence
- Eating Disorders
- Family Conflict
- Gender Identity
- Grief & Loss
- Highly Sensitive Persons (HSPs)
- Hoarding
- Internet/Social Media Addiction
- LGBTQIA+
- Law Enforcement/First Responders
- Life Coaching
- Men's Issues
- Mental Health Professionals
- Narcissism
- Neurodivergence
- Neuropsychological Issues
- Nutrition
- Obesity & Weight Management
- Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
- Oppositional/Defiant Behavior
- Parenting & Parent-Child Relationships
- Personality Disorders
- Pet Loss
- Phobias & Fears
- Pre-Marital & Marital Issues
- Race-Based Traumatic Stress (RBTS)
- Relationships
- School Performance
- Self-Esteem
- Self-Injury
- Sex Offenders
- Sexual Abuse
- Sexual Identity
- Sleep Disorders
- Spirituality
- Stress/Stress Management
- Substance Use Disorders
- Suicidality
- Suicide Loss
- Trauma & PTSD
- Traumatic Brain Injury
- Violence
- Women's Issues
Therapy types
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
- Art Therapy
- Brainspotting
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
- Internal Family Systems (IFS)
- Mindfulness
- Play Therapy & Sandtray
- Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT)
- Somatic Therapy
- Trauma-Informed Therapy
Community specialties
- LGBTQIA+
- Single Parents
- People with Disabilities
- Autism
- Hispanic or Latino
- Biracial
- HIV / AIDS
- Cancer Survivors
- Black
- Veterans
- Trauma Survivors
- Immigrants
- Asian
- Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
Images and videos
Location
Years in practice
Service types
- Therapy / Counseling
Types of clients
- Kids & Tweens (5-12)
- Adolescents (13-17)
- Adults (18+)
- Older Adults (65+)
- Individuals
- Couples
- Families
- Parents & Caregivers
Languages
- English
Website and social media