- Stress and anxiety
- Relationship concerns
- Trauma and abuse
About Suzan
Dr. Suzan McEnany is a California psychologist (CA Psychologist PSY17036) with 25 years of experience. She works with adults on stress, anxiety, relationship problems, trauma and abuse, self-esteem, depression, intimacy concerns, coping with life changes, compassion fatigue, and ADHD. She focuses on practical help for everyday problems that can feel overwhelming.
She talks with people about what is happening now and what patterns repeat over time. Sessions are straightforward and conversational. She helps clients name what they are feeling, notice how thoughts affect behavior, and practice small changes that reduce distress.
Her background includes long clinical experience in California settings. Over the years she has supported people dealing with abandonment, attachment struggles, avoidant personality traits, and family of origin issues. She also has experience with caregiver stress, first responder issues, and the emotional impact of serious illness.
In meetings she works on communication problems, control issues, guilt and shame, and the aftermath of separation or divorce. Work can include coping strategies for natural or human-caused disaster responses and helping people manage feelings of emptiness or low motivation.
People can expect a steady, clear approach that focuses on problems they bring to sessions. Dr. McEnany helps identify patterns, practice different responses, and build skills for daily life. The emphasis is on practical steps rather than abstract theory.
She conducts work in English and practises in California. To begin, clients follow the site process to complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule a first session.
How her approaches translate to online work
Evidence-based techniques she uses focus on clear skills and behavior change. One common approach is helping people identify and challenge unhelpful thoughts, then practice different responses; this can reduce anxiety and low mood by changing how someone reacts to stress. Another approach involves looking at relationship patterns and attachment concerns to improve communication and intimacy through concrete exercises and role practice.Finding the right approach is part of the work. She will collaborate with each client to test methods that fit their goals and preferences. Together they review what helps and adjust the plan as needed rather than committing to a single method from the start.
Confirm which session formats she currently offers before booking, since the biography does not list formats. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy schedule, allow shorter check-ins when time is limited, and reduce travel time to appointments. Therapists and licensed professionals often use these options to help clients combine therapy with work, school, and other responsibilities.
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Experience
25+ years
Listed in
California
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What young-adult concerns does she address?
She supports people with stress, anxiety, relationship strain, self-esteem and motivation, and challenges that often come up in early adulthood like coping with life changes and intimacy issues.
How would she describe her style in sessions?
Her style is conversational and practical. She helps name feelings, spot patterns, and try small behavior changes that reduce stress.
How much experience does she have?
She has 25 years of professional work experience practicing in California.
What credential does she hold and where does she practice?
She is a California psychologist listed as CA Psychologist PSY17036 and practices in California.
Can I work with her if I live outside the United States?
She does not accept international clients. Sessions are offered in English and focused on clients in California.
Which session formats are available?
The biography does not list specific session formats. Please confirm current session options before booking.
How are costs handled?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What are the first steps to begin?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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