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Sue Kessner

Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, MS, LPCC

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Available both in-person and online
Novato, CA 94949
Are you looking for an effective therapist who radiates warmth and understanding? Someone who really gets you? It’s often hard to find the right fit, and fit is the most compelling component of good therapy. Perhaps you’re affected by someone else’s addictive choices. Or you may struggle with anxiety and depression and are looking for proven ways to feel better, quicker. There is hope! I can help. I work with adolescents, ages 13 to 18, as well as adults. My specialties are codependency, addiction issues and life transitions. Please call or email me for a free consultation.
I practice a form of counseling called Team CBT, a clinically proven way to conduct therapy. It incorporates powerful methods, empathy and motivational strategies, along with ways to measure if therapy is actually working. Team CBT was developed by Dr. David Burns, author of the bestselling book, Feeling Good.
Clients tell me that they feel comfortable being themselves with me because I’m so genuinely myself. I connect with people on a heart level, and I use humor and appropriate self-disclosure to foster genuine and authentic therapeutic relationships. People feel safe to confront the issues that hold them back from living fully and happily in the moment.
Call or Sue Kessner now for a free 15 minute consultation - (415) 669-5836

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Serenity Psychotherapy

Novato, CA 94949

(415) 669-5836

1050 Northgate Drive

Suite 54

San Rafael, CA 94903 map

My website
I have immediate openings for tele-therapy (video sessions) and would be honored to support you. I also have an office for in person appts.
I specialize in Codependency, Anxiety and Depression 
$250 Per Session  
I see individuals and groups  
I offer Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy to teens and adults through Telecounseling and in person therapy.
Sue Kessner
Let's Connect (415) 669-5836
Photo of Sue Kessner, Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, MS, LPCC

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Serenity Psychotherapy

Novato, CA 94949

(415) 669-5836

1050 Northgate Drive

Suite 54

San Rafael, CA 94903 map

My website
I have immediate openings for tele-therapy (video sessions) and would be honored to support you. I also have an office for in person appts.
I specialize in Codependency, Anxiety and Depression 
$250 Per Session  
I see individuals and groups  
I offer Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy to teens and adults through Telecounseling and in person therapy.
Sue Kessner

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $250
  • Couple Sessions $300
  • Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible

Payment Methods

American Express, Cash, Check, Mastercard, Visa
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I offer Super Bills that can be submitted to your insurance company for out of network coverage.
Photo of Sue Kessner, Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, MS, LPCC
Sue Kessner
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, MS, LPCC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (415) 669-5836
"
I offer Super Bills that can be submitted to your insurance company for out of network coverage.
Photo of Sue Kessner, Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, MS, LPCC
Sue Kessner
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, MS, LPCC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (415) 669-5836

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of California / LPCC 732 Sue Kessner
  • Education and Years In Practice

  • Attended San Francisco State University, Graduated 1982
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Sue Kessner
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, MS, LPCC
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. or (415) 669-5836
Photo of Sue Kessner, Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, MS, LPCC
Sue Kessner
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, MS, LPCC
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. or (415) 669-5836

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Codependency
  • Anxiety
  • Depression

Expertise

  • Addiction
  • Alcohol Use
  • Coping Skills
  • Divorce
  • Drug Abuse
  • Emotional Disturbance
  • Family Conflict
  • Grief
  • Infertility
  • Life Transitions
  • Mood Disorders
  • Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD)
  • Peer Relationships
  • Relationship Issues
  • Self Esteem
  • Stress
  • Substance Use
  • Women's Issues
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Sue Kessner
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, MS, LPCC
Do these issues align with your needs? or (415) 669-5836
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Sue Kessner
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, MS, LPCC
Do these issues align with your needs? or (415) 669-5836

11 Endorsements

Alissa Hirshfeld
Alissa Hirshfeld
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Sue is a very warm and skilled CBT therapist, especially skilled in addictions and codependency issues, who walks her talk. I feel confident when I refer to her that clients will be in safe and expert hands.
Kimberly de Caires
Kimberly de Caires
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, PPSC
Sue and I worked together at a group psychotherapy practice where we frequently collaborated. Sue exudes kindness and compassion and her ability to listen deeply and to support without judgement is nothing short of magical!
Shiveta Gandotra
Shiveta Gandotra
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT, LPCC
Sue is a warm, compassionate and expert therapist, well versed in the incredibly effective team-CBT model.
Haley Baker
Haley Baker
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS
I worked closely with Sue for six years, and she is an incredibly compassionate and clinically experienced therapist. She provides excellent guidance in supervision and group consultation, and her warm presence is welcoming to all.
Angela Krumm
Angela Krumm
Psychologist, PhD
Sue has a style that is warm, active, and directive. She teaches clients practical skills to make lasting changes in their lives - this goes way beyond just talk therapy. Her clients are lucky to have her. I've seen her in action in various trainings!
Janie Hart
Janie Hart
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Sue is a compassionate, highly skilled therapist. She is dedicated to helping her clients navigate challenges that often seem overwhelming, and to fostering growth beyond the therapy room. I highly recommend Sue for those really ready to change and grow!
Arturo Figueroa
Arturo Figueroa
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Sue is a warm, compassionate therapist who goes beyond talk. She equips clients with practical tools and guides them through intentional work that leads to real change. Her supportive, skill-based approach helps clients get the results they're looking for.
Vivian V Pham
Vivian V Pham
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Sue's calming presence will instantly set your spirit at ease. Sue not only knows what she's doing with cognitive-behavioral work, she naturally creates a space with unconditional loving acceptance.
Kate Herrington
Kate Herrington
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Sue brought amazing energy and insights to our team. I really appreciated Sue's expertise in addiction, anxiety and codependency.
Cora Taylor
Cora Taylor
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Sue is my colleague and I've been in multiple consultation groups with her. Through this, I've seen that she is incredibly insightful, particularly skilled with treating codependency, and absolutely dedicated to providing excellent care to her clients.
Anastasia Morrison
Anastasia Morrison
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA , LMFT
Sue has a beautiful, calming and very loving energy about her as well as a lot of great experience to meet you where you are at. She is experienced in working with women's issues, substance abuse and can see adults and adolescents.

Client Focus

Age

Teen , 
Adults , 
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals , 
Group

Age

Teen , 
Adults , 
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals , 
Group

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
  • Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Exposure Response Prevention (ERP)
  • Humanistic
  • Internal Family Systems (IFS)
  • Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
  • Person-Centered
  • Positive Psychology
  • Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
  • Strength-Based
  • Team CBT
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I practice a form of counseling called Team CBT, a clinically proven way to conduct therapy. It incorporates powerful methods, empathy and motivational strategies, along with ways to measure if therapy is actually working. Team CBT was developed by Dr. David Burns, author of the bestselling book, Feeling Good.
Photo of Sue Kessner, Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, MS, LPCC
Sue Kessner
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, MS, LPCC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (415) 669-5836
"
I practice a form of counseling called Team CBT, a clinically proven way to conduct therapy. It incorporates powerful methods, empathy and motivational strategies, along with ways to measure if therapy is actually working. Team CBT was developed by Dr. David Burns, author of the bestselling book, Feeling Good.
Photo of Sue Kessner, Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, MS, LPCC
Sue Kessner
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, MS, LPCC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (415) 669-5836

Location

Primary Location

Serenity Psychotherapy

Novato, CA 94949

(415) 669-5836

Additional Location

1050 Northgate Drive

Suite 54

San Rafael, CA 94903

(415) 669-5836
"
I have immediate openings for tele-therapy (video sessions) and would be honored to support you. I also have an office for in person appts.
Photo of Sue Kessner, Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, MS, LPCC
Sue Kessner
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, MS, LPCC
Call for a free consultation now - (415) 669-5836
"
I have immediate openings for tele-therapy (video sessions) and would be honored to support you. I also have an office for in person appts.
Photo of Sue Kessner, Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, MS, LPCC
Sue Kessner
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, MS, LPCC
Call for a free consultation now - (415) 669-5836