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Oakland, CA 94612

Managed by Octave. Your call or email may go to a representative.
My areas of proficiency are in the treatment of trauma, anxiety, and panic. I am EMDR certified, RLT certified (a form of cognitive behavioral therapy), and have extensive success applying the use of cognitive processing therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy, as well as in supporting clients to learn extensive resourcing skills in concert with polyvagal theory for calming a client’s stressed nervous system.
I have experienced much success in treating clients for depression, anxiety, panic disorder, PTSD, sleep disorders, and even helping people to increase their motivation to succeed or adhere to their diet and exercise programs.
Take the first step to help. Call or Susan VanAllen now - (310) 742-1294

My Practice at a Glance

Available online only

Octave

Oakland, CA 94612

(310) 742-1294
My website
I specialize in Trauma and PTSD, Anxiety and Life Transitions 
I accept insurance 
Individual one-on-one therapy 
Let's Connect (310) 742-1294
Photo of Susan VanAllen, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Managed by Octave. Your call or email may go to a representative.

My Practice at a Glance

Available online only

Octave

Oakland, CA 94612

(310) 742-1294
My website
I specialize in Trauma and PTSD, Anxiety and Life Transitions 
I accept insurance 
Individual one-on-one therapy 

Finances

Payment Methods

American Express, Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Visa

Insurance

  • Aetna
  • Anthem
  • Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Shield
  • BlueCross and BlueShield
  • Cigna and Evernorth
  • Empire Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Health Net
  • Managed Health Network (MHN)
  • Meritain Health
  • MHNet Behavioral Health
  • Out of Network
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Susan VanAllen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
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Susan VanAllen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Check fees and, if listed, ask to verify your insurance coverage. or (310) 742-1294

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of California / 87695 Susan VanAllen
  • Education and Years In Practice

  • Attended California State University, San Bernardino
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Susan VanAllen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. or (310) 742-1294
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Susan VanAllen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. or (310) 742-1294

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Trauma and PTSD
  • Anxiety
  • Life Transitions

Expertise

  • Anger Management
  • Depression
  • Divorce
  • Grief
  • Mood Disorders
  • Relationship Issues
  • Self Esteem
  • Stress
  • Substance Use
  • Women's Issues
  • Workplace Stress
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Susan VanAllen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Do these issues align with your needs? or (310) 742-1294
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Susan VanAllen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Do these issues align with your needs? or (310) 742-1294


Client Focus

Age

Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals

Age

Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
  • Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Cognitive Processing (CPT)
  • EMDR
  • Internal Family Systems (IFS)
  • Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
  • Strength-Based
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Susan VanAllen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. or (310) 742-1294
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Susan VanAllen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. or (310) 742-1294

Location

Primary Location

Octave

Oakland, CA 94612

(310) 742-1294
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Susan VanAllen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Take the first step to help. Call now - (310) 742-1294
Photo of Susan VanAllen, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Susan VanAllen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Take the first step to help. Call now - (310) 742-1294