Susana Silva Therapy is a counseling business founded by Susana Silva, a dedicated professional with a background in psychology and social work. With nine years of experience in working with adults, adolescents, children, and families, Susana specializes in family violence and mental health fields. Her passion lies in supporting children and young people through trauma recovery to help them reach their full potential.
Susana’s journey in mental health advocacy began at a young age when she volunteered at Lifeline, eventually leading to a career as a Lifeline counselor and trainer. This experience fueled her deep commitment to mental health and suicide prevention. Susana offers a holistic, person-centered, and strengths-based approach to therapy, emphasizing strong therapeutic relationships and utilizing techniques such as Play Therapy, Narrative Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Motivational Interviewing.
At Susana Silva Therapy, clients can expect empathetic, honest, and open communication aimed at challenging fixed patterns of thinking and behavior. Susana firmly believes in the potential for all individuals to evolve and reach their full potential, regardless of their life stage. By encouraging clients to work on themselves with compassion and drawing on their own strengths, Susana guides them towards new possibilities and personal growth.