Susan Underhill, trauma therapist in NCYou’re done just surviving-now it’s time to start living.
Even when it doesn’t feel like it, healing is still possible
you don't have to find the way aloneI’m here to help you find calm, clarity, and confidence from within
So many people I work with have already tried talking, thinking, and analyzing their way through stress and anxiety. But when your body is still on alert, no amount of reasoning can make it fully let go. That’s where I come in. I help you work with your body’s natural rhythms to create real lasting change- the kind you can feel.
Whether you're healing form trauma, managing anxiety, or just feeling stuck in patterns that don’t serve you anymore, our work will help you reconnect with your own inner steadiness.
MY APPROACH
My approach is warm, collaborative, and brain-based. I bring together neuroscience, mindfulness, and compassion to support healing from the inside out.
In our work together, you’ll learn about your nervous system and why you have the symptoms you do. We’ll work on calming and regulation. I may use Brainspotting to help you release trauma and disturbing experiences you continue to feel in your body.
Sessions are often more about allowing your system to come back into alignment- creating more calm connection and ease everyday life- rather than just taking about your problems.
As you release and regulate, you’ll begin to notice a shift. You will feel less anxious and reactive. When you slow down to respond, you’ll experience a greater sense of clarity and confidence and connection. You’ll come home to yourself.
As your healing continues, we’ll work on whatever continues to come up for you- boundaries, self-care, communication, relationships- until you’ve gained the skills and confidence you were looking for. If you
Youve already taken an important step by finding me. Now let’s help your mind and body find their way back to calm.
My core values
My core values guide how I support clients in their journey. My goals as your therapist are to provide effective therapy through a compassionate, accepting, and supportive therapeutic relationship; to help you gain insight and new perspectives on difficult aspects of your life; and to empower you with new skills that you can apply in your life and relationships.
Compassion
Healing is not linear, and struggle is part of growth. I bring empathy and kindness to every part of your journey.
Trust
I believe your brain and body know how to heal. My role is to support you in accessing your innate healing power by holding space for the pain you’ve been holding alone.
Autonomy
I believe that you are the expert on your own life. I honor your choices, your pace, and your process as we work together.
Safety
True transformation happens in a space where you feel secure, seen, and free from judgment. I create an environment where your mind and body can relax and heal.
specializing in
Anxiety
Trauma
Life Transitions
My Background & Training
EDUCATION & LICENSURENorth Carolina Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor 2015 - #11433
Missouri Licensed Professional Counselor 2004- #2004020675
Vermont Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor 2022 - Interim Telehealth Registration- #068.0134719TELE
Florida TLHT Licensed Mental Health Counselor 2021 - # TPMC1462
Master of Arts Professional Counseling, Lindenwood University 2003
TRAINING & CERTIFICATIONSBrainspotting trained- Level 1, Level 2, Developmental Trauma, Expansion
Certified LENS Neurofeedback Provider- Levels 1 and 2
Certified Safe & Sound Protocol Provider
Certified Rest & Restore Protocol Provider
Nationally Certified Counselor 2015 #346535
At least 20 CEUS annually on various topics and modalities as required by NCBLCMHC, MOBLPC, and NBCC