Therapist profile
Suzanna Bagley, LPC, LCPC
Illinois
Licensed counselor - Anger and relationships
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- CredentialsLPC, LCPC
- LicenseLCPC, Illinois / 180.009943; LPC, Virginia / 0701015857
- NPI1902359029
- Experience12 years
- LanguagesEnglish
- LocationIllinois
About
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- Solution-Focused work
- Trauma-informed approach
About Suzanna
Suzanna Bagley is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Virginia and a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) in Illinois with 12 years of clinical experience. She works with adults who are dealing with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship strain, trauma and anger, among other concerns. She makes starting therapy straightforward and explains what to expect in plain terms.
Suzanna draws on practical methods to help people notice what keeps them stuck. She often uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to look at how thoughts, feelings, and actions interact. She uses Solution-Focused strategies when someone wants specific changes in a shorter time frame. For more complex histories she brings a trauma-focused lens to understand triggers and patterns.
In sessions she aims for a relaxed, direct style. She may use humor and positivity when it fits, and she can also be clearly direct to unpack difficult material. The focus is on making steady progress toward concrete goals rather than sitting in abstract talk.
Suzanna has a bachelor’s and a master’s degree in clinical psychology. She pairs those academic foundations with a practical approach to problems like sleep disruption, parenting strain, career stress, and challenges related to identity and relationships. She also supports people coping with mood disorders, ADHD, grief, and compassion fatigue.
She invites questions and will explain any method before using it. To begin she asks people to share their goals so sessions can focus on problem-solving and skill building that fit everyday life.
How sessions work
How her approaches work in online sessions
Suzanna commonly uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help people identify unhelpful thoughts and try small changes in behavior that can ease anxiety or low mood. She also uses Solution-Focused Therapy to set clear, short-term goals and build practical steps when someone wants quicker progress. When trauma is a factor she takes a trauma-focused approach, working to recognize triggers and develop ways to manage strong emotions.Choosing the right approach is something she does together with each person. Early conversations focus on the client's goals, what has helped before, and what feels manageable now. That collaborative planning guides whether sessions lean more toward CBT, solution-focused work, or trauma-informed care.
The main practical benefit of online work is fitting therapy into busy lives. Online sessions can make it easier to schedule meetings around work or family obligations and reduce travel time. Confirm the exact session formats before booking since the biography does not list them, and expect a focus on skill building, problem-solving, and short practical exercises that can be used between sessions.
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Experience
12+ years
Listed in
Illinois, Virginia
Languages
English
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does she help with?
Suzanna works with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, anger, and related concerns such as sleep problems and parenting strain.
What is her general therapeutic style?
She uses a practical, straightforward style that can include warmth or lightness when appropriate and direct feedback when needed to unpack issues.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has been working as a therapist since 2013, giving her about 12 years of experience in clinical practice.
What are her credentials and where is she based?
Suzanna holds the credentials LPC and LCPC and practices in Illinois while also holding an LPC in Virginia.
Which languages and international options are offered?
Sessions are offered in English and she does not accept international clients at this time.
What session formats are available?
Please confirm current session options before booking, as the biography does not list specific formats.
How are fees structured?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I get started with her?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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