Licensed clinical social worker recordMissouri
Susan Adsit-McGriff, LCSW
Missouri
Licensed Clinical Social Worker - Trauma and Mood
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- Credentials
- LCSW
- Licensed in Missouri
- LCSW, licence 2008034057
- NPI
- 1790802338
- Experience
- 21 years
- Languages
- English
- Location
- Missouri
These details come from information Susan supplied to BetterHelp. A licence can be checked with the social work board of the state that issued it, and an NPI with the national registry.
AAbout
- Trauma recovery
- Emotion regulation
- CBT and DBT methods
About Susan
Susan Adsit-McGriff is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensed in Missouri with 21 years of experience. She works with people facing depression, trauma and abuse, anger, low self-esteem, and ADHD. She uses practical, time-tested methods to help clients make small changes that add up.
Susan focuses on clear, direct conversations. Sessions look at what is happening now and what can be done differently. She listens to each person's concerns and helps set realistic steps for progress.
Her background includes long-term clinical work with individuals who have experienced trauma and persistent mood struggles. She draws on approaches that teach skills for managing strong emotions and improving everyday functioning. That might mean learning tools for staying regulated, changing unhelpful thinking patterns, or practicing new ways to communicate.
In therapy she balances support with concrete strategies. Clients can expect straightforward feedback, skill-building exercises, and reflection on patterns that get in the way. The goal is better daily functioning, clearer thinking, and fewer overwhelming reactions.
Getting started involves a short matching questionnaire and scheduling an initial session. Susan notes that sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time, and fees vary by location. Prospective clients should confirm current session options before booking.
BHow sessions work
How therapeutic approaches are used in online sessions
Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening and building a respectful, nonjudgmental working relationship. It helps people talk through difficult feelings and decide on practical next steps. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, looks at how thoughts affect mood and behavior and teaches straightforward exercises for changing unhelpful thinking patterns. Dialectical Behavior Therapy, or DBT, emphasizes skills for emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and improving interpersonal effectiveness, which can be useful for managing anger and intense mood swings.Finding the best approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will discuss goals, try methods that fit those goals, and adjust the plan based on what is helpful. Clients and the therapist decide together which techniques to prioritize and when to shift course.
Confirm the exact session formats before booking to know whether video, phone, or other options are offered. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy week, shorten travel time, and allow check-ins during breaks from work or between appointments. It also lets therapists use worksheets, skills coaching, and in-the-moment troubleshooting during sessions to support daily changes.
CAreas of focus
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
21+ years
Listed in
Missouri
Languages
English
DQuestions
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she address?
Susan works with people dealing with trauma and abuse, anger, self-esteem issues, depression, and ADHD.
What is her therapeutic style?
She uses practical, evidence-informed approaches and focuses on skill-building and clear discussion to address everyday problems.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has 21 years of experience in clinical social work.
Is she a licensed clinician in my state?
Susan is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensed in Missouri.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the US work with her?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How much do sessions cost?
Cost varies with location; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working together?
Click the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule your first session.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, call 911, or call or text 988. More crisis numbers