Susan Koestler, M.S.W.

Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)

Susan treats adolescents, families, and individuals. Modalities include cognitive-behavioral, expressive, family, Christian cognitive, and equine-assisted therapies.

Overview

Susan is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. She received her Masters of Social Work from George Williams College at Aurora University, Aurora, IL. She received her BA in Psychology from the University of Wisconsin, Madison, WI. Susan has experience with inpatient and outpatient hospital programs as well as in private practice settings.

Susan Koestler sees patients at the following location(s):

Ottawa, Illinois

Susan Koestler, LCSW
1410 Aquarius Circle, Suite 2
Ottawa, Illinois 61350
Phone: 815-587-4952
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Personal Statement

I enjoy my work as a counselor. It is exciting to watch people grow in their understanding of themselves and the people around them.

I am an empathetic listener. My clients feel accepted and supported. I work towards building a trusting, therapeutic alliance with my clients. I emphasize building upon the client's strengths; reinforcing and encouraging the positive. I understand the developmental tasks and struggles of children, adolescents, adults and families. One of my goals is to bring families closer together by opening up communication and increasing understanding.

I use many different treatment modalities to meet client's different needs and styles. Along with cognitive therapy, I may utilize expressive and interactive therapies, including art and equine assisted therapy.

Treatment Areas

Susan has experience treating the following areas: Adolescent Issues, Anxiety Disorders, Attention Deficit Disorders, Bipolar Disorder, Borderline Personality, Bulimia, Childhood Sexual Abuse Victims, Co-Dependency, Depression, Divorce, Eating Disorders, Family Systems, Grief, Identity Issues, Low Self-Esteem, Manic-Depressive Illness, Midlife Issues, Obsessive-Compulsive Disorders, Parenting Issues, Relationship Issues, Stress, Suicidal Behavior, Suicidal Ideation, Suicidal Thoughts and Women's Issues.

Treatment Modalities

Susan provides Art Therapy, Christian Psychotherapy, Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy, Family Therapy, Goal-Oriented Therapy, Individual Psychotherapy, Play Therapy and Psychodynamic Therapy. She works with Adolescents, Adults, Children, Couples and Families.

Affiliations

Susan is a provider for Blue Cross Blue Shield.