Susan Gallenz, LCSW

Susan Gallenz is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensed in Virginia with about 15 years of clinical experience. She works with people facing stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, anger, and issues connected to LGBT concerns. She also supports people dealing with mood problems, panic attacks, and workplace-related strain.

Susan frames clients as experts in their own lives and focuses on practical steps they can take. She listens for strengths and helps people apply those strengths to everyday problems. Sessions often include talking through current challenges and building coping skills for anxiety, anger, or grief.

Her background includes a Master of Social Work from the University of Georgia and volunteer experience with the U.S. Peace Corps working with at-risk youth in Jamaica. Those experiences inform a practical, service-oriented approach to caregiving and problem solving.

Over 15 years in practice has included work with people who have experienced trauma, domestic violence, and loss. She draws on that experience to offer steady, matter-of-fact guidance for people navigating difficult events and feelings. The focus is on clear steps you can try between sessions.

Susan aims to help clients improve communication, address guilt and shame, and reduce isolation. If you want straightforward help managing panic attacks, social anxiety, or relationship stressors tied to work or identity, she provides direct support and coaching toward concrete changes.

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