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Susan Abele

Clinical Social Work/Therapist

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2 Endorsed
304 York Street, Gettysburg, PA 17325
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Available both in-person and online
304 York Street Gettysburg, PA 17325
Let's Connect (717) 912-5861
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Change begins with courage—and you’ve already taken the first step by exploring therapy. I work with teens and adults experiencing anxiety, depression, mood disorders, or psychosis, as well as those healing from trauma. My goal is to create a supportive space where you can both accept yourself and make meaningful changes toward a more fulfilling life.
I’m trained in EMDR and trauma-informed care to help clients process painful experiences and build resilience. I also use DBT techniques to strengthen emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and relationships, and incorporate mindfulness tools like meditation and yoga to restore balance and clarity.
Therapy with me is a collaborative process—one where we work together to uncover what helps you feel more grounded, confident, and satisfied in your life. If you’re ready to begin that journey, click the website button to schedule an appointment today.
Call or Susan Abele now for a free 15 minute consultation - (717) 912-5861

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Healing and Hope Therapy

304 York Street

Gettysburg, PA 17325 map

(717) 912-5861
I do all of my own scheduling and am very flexible in terms of days and times, even evening hours.
I specialize in Trauma and PTSD, Depression and Anxiety 
$125 Per Session, I accept insurance 
I see individuals and groups  
Let's Connect (717) 912-5861
Photo of Susan Abele, Clinical Social Work/Therapist

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Healing and Hope Therapy

304 York Street

Gettysburg, PA 17325 map

(717) 912-5861
I do all of my own scheduling and am very flexible in terms of days and times, even evening hours.
I specialize in Trauma and PTSD, Depression and Anxiety 
$125 Per Session, I accept insurance 
I see individuals and groups  

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $125
  • Couple Sessions $200
  • Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible

Payment Methods

American Express, Apple Cash, Cash, Check, Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Venmo, Visa

Insurance

  • Aetna
  • Blue Cross
  • Blue Shield
  • BlueCross and BlueShield
  • Capital Blue Cross
  • Cigna and Evernorth
  • Highmark
  • Humana
  • Medicare
  • Optum
  • United Medical Resources (UMR)
  • UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
  • Out of Network
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I am in-network for various insurance companies, but I can also provide a superbill (to file with your insurance) for my out-of-network clients. I can also accept private pay or sliding scale and am working on credentialing to be in-network with others.
Photo of Susan Abele, Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Susan Abele
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (717) 912-5861
"
I am in-network for various insurance companies, but I can also provide a superbill (to file with your insurance) for my out-of-network clients. I can also accept private pay or sliding scale and am working on credentialing to be in-network with others.
Photo of Susan Abele, Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Susan Abele
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (717) 912-5861

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Pennsylvania / CW017482 Susan Abele
  • Education and Years In Practice

  • In Practice for 36 years
  • Attended Graduate of University of Wisconsin Madison Social Work Master's Program, MSSW (Masters of Science & Social Work), Graduated 1990
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Extensive training in DBT and EMDR
Photo of Susan Abele, Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Susan Abele
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (717) 912-5861
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Extensive training in DBT and EMDR
Photo of Susan Abele, Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Susan Abele
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (717) 912-5861

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Trauma and PTSD
  • Depression
  • Anxiety

Expertise

  • ADHD
  • Adoption
  • Anger Management
  • Asperger's Syndrome
  • Behavioral Issues
  • Bipolar Disorder
  • Bisexual
  • Body Image
  • Dissociative Disorders (DID)
  • Domestic Abuse
  • Geriatric and Seniors
  • Grief
  • Impulse Control Disorders
  • Infertility
  • Infidelity
  • Lesbian
  • Life Coaching
  • Mood Disorders
  • Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD)
  • Self-Harming
  • Sexual Abuse
  • Suicidal Ideation
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I use a supportive educational approach as well as working on skills to improve your every day life. You can expect to feel supported, more self-aware and more able to make changes with the end goal of having the life you want instead of just surviving the one you have. Sometimes that includes processing past trauma using EMDR or learning skills (communication, emotions)to cope with daily stress
Photo of Susan Abele, Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Susan Abele
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (717) 912-5861
"
I use a supportive educational approach as well as working on skills to improve your every day life. You can expect to feel supported, more self-aware and more able to make changes with the end goal of having the life you want instead of just surviving the one you have. Sometimes that includes processing past trauma using EMDR or learning skills (communication, emotions)to cope with daily stress
Photo of Susan Abele, Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Susan Abele
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (717) 912-5861

2 Endorsements

Ash McBeth
Ash McBeth
Clinical Social Work/TherapistLCSW
I've worked with Susan for many years and deeply respect her clinical expertise, professionalism, and compassion. She is a dedicated, ethical, and highly skilled therapist who consistently provides exceptional care to her clients.

Client Focus

Age

Teen
Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals
Group

Communities

Bisexual Allied
Gay Allied
HIV / AIDS Allied
Lesbian Allied
Non-Binary Allied
Queer Allied
Racial Justice Allied
Sex Worker Allied
Single Parent
Transgender Allied

Ethnicity

Black and African American
Hispanic and Latino

I also speak

French

Age

Teen
Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals
Group

Communities

Bisexual Allied
Gay Allied
HIV / AIDS Allied
Lesbian Allied
Non-Binary Allied
Queer Allied
Racial Justice Allied
Sex Worker Allied
Single Parent
Transgender Allied

Ethnicity

Black and African American
Hispanic and Latino

I also speak

French

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Attachment-based
  • Clinical Supervision and Licensed Supervisors
  • Coaching
  • Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Culturally Sensitive
  • Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
  • EMDR
  • Forensic Psychology
  • Interpersonal
  • Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
  • Multicultural
  • Person-Centered
  • Somatic
  • Strength-Based
  • Trauma Focused
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My focus is on finding the therapy type or types that work for you, whether it be a particular type of therapy (EMDR, DBT, motivational interviewing etc.) or focus (multicultural, attachment, abuse, gender, etc.). All my therapy is person focused and strength based as we work together to improve your life in meaningful ways.
Photo of Susan Abele, Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Susan Abele
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (717) 912-5861
"
My focus is on finding the therapy type or types that work for you, whether it be a particular type of therapy (EMDR, DBT, motivational interviewing etc.) or focus (multicultural, attachment, abuse, gender, etc.). All my therapy is person focused and strength based as we work together to improve your life in meaningful ways.
Photo of Susan Abele, Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Susan Abele
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (717) 912-5861

Location

Primary Location

Healing and Hope Therapy

304 York Street

Gettysburg, PA 17325

(717) 912-5861
"
I do all of my own scheduling and am very flexible in terms of days and times, even evening hours.
Photo of Susan Abele, Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Susan Abele
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Call for a free consultation now - (717) 912-5861
"
I do all of my own scheduling and am very flexible in terms of days and times, even evening hours.
Photo of Susan Abele, Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Susan Abele
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Call for a free consultation now - (717) 912-5861