About Susan Holtz, LCMHC

Susan Holtz is interested in helping people process life changes and issues in a positive and inspiring way. She is passionate about helping patients navigate through obstacles that hold them back from realizing change that can bring happiness and contentment in life. Susan prides herself on being easy to talk to, honest, authentic, and communicative without judgment. These qualities help patients feel safe sharing their stories and needs; allowing patients a greater ability to create change and realize their potential and strength. Susan’s overall care philosophy involves a strong, genuine therapeutic alliance between patient and therapist. Commitment to help patients over some of their struggles and learn more effective problem solving and communicative skills. Susan finds the following quote powerful, as she often refers to it; “My past does not define me. I have the power to change my story and create a positive and healthy future”.

Education & Certifications

– Master of Science in Mental Health Counseling from Capella University
– Bachelor of Science in Business Information Systems and Business Education from Utah State University
– Trained in Heart-Centered Trauma-Focused Hypnotherapy
– Trained in Seeking Safety
– Trained in Adult/Child CPR
– Trained in Dialectical Behavior Therapy
– Trained in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing
– Trained in Cognitive Behavior Therapy
– Trained in Intro to Person-Centered Play Therapy
– Trained in Advanced Play Therapy
– Trained in Adlerian Play Therapy
– Trained in EAGALA
– Trained in Motivational Interviewing
– Trained in Systems of Care
– Trained in Person-Centered