Susan Armes, LMHC, LPC

Susan Armes is a Florida-based therapist who helps people manage stress, anxiety, relationship difficulties, trauma, and depression. She brings 23 years of clinical experience and works with each person in a respectful, down-to-earth way. Susan focuses on practical steps people can use between sessions. She aims to make the process feel manageable for someone already juggling a lot.

Susan uses a mix of approaches to fit the person in front of her. She draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, client-centered listening, mindfulness tools, psychodynamic ideas, and solution-focused methods. This variety lets her match techniques to what someone needs right now, whether that is short-term problem solving or deeper reflection.

Sessions tend to be conversational and goal-oriented. Susan listens first and then suggests strategies for coping, communicating better, or changing unhelpful thinking patterns. She also works with emotional wounds and reactions that come from past trauma.

Susan holds the credential Licensed Mental Health Counselor, LMHC, and is also a Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC. She practices in Florida and supports people who want realistic ways to feel steadier and clearer about their next steps.

Her approach is practical and collaborative. Susan respects cultural and religious beliefs and tailors conversations and plans to each person’s life. She invites people to start with a short assessment and then build a plan that fits their goals and daily schedule.

How therapy approaches translate to online care

Clients can expect clear, practical methods that work well in online sessions. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on spotting and changing unhelpful thoughts and behaviors. It is useful for anxiety, panic, mood problems, and social fears because it gives concrete skills to practice between sessions. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes listening and support. The therapist reflects what is said so clients feel understood, which helps with relationship struggles, life purpose questions, and emotional healing.

Choosing an approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will talk with each person about their goals, experiences, and what feels most helpful. Together they will try techniques, adjust as needed, and pick a path that balances short-term relief with longer-term change.

Online formats offer flexibility for busy lives. Video calls allow face-to-face interaction for deeper work. Phone sessions can be easier when bandwidth is limited or when a shorter check-in fits a lunch break. Live chat and text-based messaging suit people who prefer written exchanges, need quick reminders, or want ongoing support between sessions. These options make it simpler to keep therapy consistent while juggling family, work, and daily responsibilities.