Susanne "Susy" Hoben, LCPC - Therapist in Illinois

Susanne "Susy" Hoben helps people who are coping with stress, anxiety, relationship struggles, low self-esteem, depression, and major life changes.

01About Susanne

Susanne "Susy" Hoben helps people who are coping with stress, anxiety, relationship struggles, low self-esteem, depression, and major life changes. She is Susy in session - direct and calm - and she focuses on practical steps people can use right away. Susy holds an LCPC, which is the Illinois Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor credential.

She brings 13 years of work in mental health to each meeting. That experience includes supporting people around motivation, confidence, and navigating transitions.

Background and approach

In sessions, Susy aims to create an open, nonjudgmental space where thoughts and feelings can be said out loud. Conversations are straightforward and grounded. She listens first, then helps people name patterns and try small changes that might help day-to-day life.

She also works with concerns that often sit underneath other problems, such as attachment and abandonment worries, codependency, control issues, and caregiver stress. Susy is familiar with questions around body image, blended family dynamics, and some neurodiversity topics including autism and Asperger Syndrome.

People meet Susy to talk through practical coping skills, make sense of relationship patterns, and build confidence in handling difficult feelings. The focus is on what will make life a little more manageable now, and on building skills that last.

02Credentials

LCPC (Illinois): License 180012219 · expires March 2027
NPI: 1659701514 · national provider identifier

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03Focus areas and approaches

Everything Susanne lists on their public professional profile, in their own terms.

Stress, Anxiety
Relationship issues
Self esteem
Depression
Coping with life changes
Abandonment
Attachment issues
Autism and Asperger Syndrome
Avoidant personality
BDSM, kink, and alternative sex culture
Blended family issues
Body image
Caregiver issues and stress
Co-morbidity
Codependency
Commitment issues
Communication problems
Control issues
Dependent personality
Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)
Divorce and separation
Drug and alcohol addiction
Emptiness
Family of origin issues
Family problems
Forgiveness
Gender dysphoria
Guilt and shame
HIV / AIDS
Impulsivity
Isolation / loneliness
Jealousy
Life purpose
Midlife crisis
Money and financial issues
Mood disorders
Panic disorder and panic attacks
Personality disorders
Polyamory / non-monogamous relationships
Self-harm
Self-love
Sexual dysfunction
Sexuality
Social anxiety and phobia
Women's issues
Workplace issues
Young adult issues

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04Online support

Approaches that guide online sessions

Susy uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on practical skills and clearer understanding of patterns. One common approach helps people identify unhelpful thought and behavior patterns, then test small changes to reduce anxiety and lift mood. This technique is useful for stress, low mood, and everyday worry.

Another approach emphasizes exploring relationship patterns and attachment needs. It helps people see how past experiences shape current interactions and then try different ways of communicating or setting boundaries. This work can improve self-esteem and reduce recurring relationship conflict.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. Susy collaborates with each person to match methods to their goals, needs, and preferences. She listens to what matters most and adjusts the plan as progress is made so the work stays helpful.

Online therapy offers flexibility for different schedules and needs. Video calls let people connect face to face when more interaction is helpful. Phone sessions work well when bandwidth is limited or a shorter check-in is needed. Live chat and text-based messaging make it possible to get support in shorter bursts or between sessions. These options help make therapy fit into busy lives and changing routines.

05Questions people ask

What concerns does Susy commonly address?

She supports people dealing with stress, anxiety, relationship problems, low self-esteem, depression, and coping with life changes. She also focuses on related issues like attachment, abandonment, codependency, and caregiver stress.

How would you describe her therapy style?

Her style is direct and practical with an emphasis on an open, nonjudgmental conversation. Sessions focus on naming patterns, trying simple changes, and building everyday coping skills.

What experience does she bring to sessions?

She has 13 years of professional work experience in mental health. That background shapes her approach to common concerns such as motivation, confidence, and life transitions.

What credential does she hold and where is she based?

She holds an IL LCPC, which is the Illinois Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor credential, and she practices in Illinois.

Which languages are offered for sessions?

Sessions are offered in English.

Are international clients supported?

International clients are not currently accepted.

What session formats are available?

Sessions are offered as video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to suit different needs and schedules.

How does cost and getting started work?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability and uses a subscription that can be canceled at any time. To begin, select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability.

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