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Susan Rice, MA, LAC
I am passionate about working with children and adults who are feeling stuck in emotional or relational challenges. Whether disturbance comes from unmet childhood needs, trauma, losses or other unexpected life events, I work collaboratively with clients in therapy to restore their emotional and relational wellbeing. My experience, including a background in nursing and learning in a psychiatric hospital environment with a variety of levels of care helps me develop a holistic approach to each person’s needs. “A problem shared is a problem halved”: my aim is to come alongside you in your time of need so you will not feel alone in your experience.
Susan Rice
Professional Focus
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Children, college students, adults, couples, and families
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Parenting and relationship challenges
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Anxiety, depression, social anxiety, panic attacks, ADHD, and personality disorders
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Traumatic experiences: PTSD/PTSI
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Grief
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Spiritual/faith-based counseling
Modality & Approach
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Trauma-informed, person-centered approach
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Cultural and religious sensitivity
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REBT - Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy: (cognitive therapy)
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DBT (dialectical behavior therapy) and EFT (emotion-focused therapy) for anxiety, depression
Personal Interests
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Multicultural background; interest in working with people from a variety of cultures (I grew up in Scotland, UK; Malawi, Africa, and Papua New Guinea.) I have also lived in Germany and raised my children in both the UK and the US.
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Interest in cycling, motorcycling, nature, hiking, reading, Scottish country dancing, and British shows on Netflix/Britbox
Education & Experience
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MA, Mental Health Counseling, Nyack College, NY
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BA, English Literature & Philosophy, University of Glasgow, Scotland
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LPN - Specializing in Developmental Disability Nursing
Contact
To contact Susan Rice, please email newpatient@medpsychnj.com.
In-Person Appointments available in Ramsey, NJ
Telehealth appointments available