About Susan

Susan's education includes a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from Texas Tech University and a Master of Science in Family Therapy from Texas Woman's University.  She is a Licensed  Clinical Marriage & Family Therapist in Kansas and a Supervised Marital & Family Therapist in Missouri (supervised by Emma Wood, MO Lic. 2002016156).  Susan is trained to diagnose and treat a wide array of presenting problems.  She has experience working with individuals, couples and families from many backgrounds and has worked with clients on both an inpatient and outpatient basis.

Susan is an associate member of the American Association of Marriage & Family Therapists and currently serves as Secretary for the Greater Kansas City Chapter of the Missouri Division of AAMFT. 

Susan has completed advanced training in Family-Based Treatment of Anorexia Nervosa (also known as 'Maudsley') from James Lock, MD, PhD and Daniel leGrange, PhD at the University of Chicago.

Previously Susan has served as an adjunct professor in Psychology at Rockhurst University.  She has also worked on an inpatient eating disorder unit and received practicum experience at a residential treatment center for addictions. 

"I believe in providing clients with a safe and supportive environment in which to pursue their goals"