Therapist profile
Susanna Cheatham, LPC
Alabama
LPC in Alabama - Anger and Life Stress
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- CredentialsLPC
- LicenseLPC, Alabama / LPC02110
- NPI1043351430
- Experience30 years
- LanguagesEnglish
- LocationAlabama
About
- CBT methods
- DBT skills
- Mindfulness practice
About Susanna
Susanna Cheatham is an Alabama LPC with 30 years of clinical experience. She works with adults on concerns such as stress, anxiety, grief, depression, relationship and intimacy issues, addictions, parenting strain, sleeping problems, anger, self-esteem, and coping with life changes. Sessions focus on practical steps and realistic goals rather than abstract talk.
She describes counseling as a team effort where the client leads decision-making. She uses evidence-based methods to help people clarify what matters and try new ways of responding. Conversations often include skill-building exercises and concrete strategies to reduce reactivity and improve communication.
Susanna draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to look at thoughts and behaviors that fuel anger and anxiety. She also uses Dialectical Behavior Therapy skills for emotion regulation and distress tolerance. Mindfulness techniques are used to increase present-moment awareness and reduce impulsive reactions.
Her style is straightforward and focused on workable changes. She encourages clients to practice tools between sessions and to notice small shifts in how they respond to stress. Progress is measured in manageable steps and in skills people can use in daily life.
Outside of practice she lives in Alabama with her husband and pets, and values family time with her children and grandchildren. Her personal interests include travel and a range of hobbies, which inform a down-to-earth approach to therapy.
How sessions work
Approaches you may use in online sessions
Client-Centered Therapy focuses on the client's own goals and values. The therapist listens, reflects what matters most, and helps people choose steps that fit their life. This approach supports people who want to make clear decisions about behavior and relationships.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at the link between thoughts, feelings, and actions. It teaches skills to spot unhelpful thinking patterns and to try different responses that reduce anger, anxiety, or low mood. CBT is practical and task-oriented, which suits people who like concrete exercises.
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) brings specific skills for emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness. Those tools can help when strong emotions lead to impulsive reactions or relationship strain.
Finding the right mix of approaches is part of the work. The therapist will collaborate with the client to choose which methods to emphasize based on goals and preferences. That process may change as skills are learned and situations shift.
Session logistics should be confirmed before booking since the biography does not list formats. Many people find online sessions make it easier to fit work on a break, reduce travel time, or have a shorter check-in when needed. Ask about the exact session format offered so you can pick times and rhythms that suit everyday life.
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Experience
30+ years
Listed in
Alabama
Languages
English
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of anger issues does she address?
She supports adults dealing with snapping at loved ones, workplace frustration, built-up resentment, and difficulties managing others' anger. Anger is listed among the concerns she works with.
What is her therapeutic style?
She takes a practical, team-based approach where the client guides decisions and the therapist offers evidence-based techniques. The focus is on skill building and real-world strategies.
How much experience does she have?
She has 30 years of clinical experience working with adults from varied backgrounds.
What are her credentials and location?
She is an LPC licensed in Alabama and practices from that state.
Does she offer sessions in other languages or internationally?
Sessions are offered in English and she is not accepting international clients at this time.
What session formats are used?
The original biography does not list specific session formats; please confirm current session options before booking.
How does payment and cost work?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Start by selecting the See online therapy options button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and scheduling a first session.
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