Susanna Shapiro, LCSW
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through Octave
At a glance
Susanna is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, Octave.
- FSA/HSA accepted
- Great news, Susanna is accepting new clients!
- She is normally fully-booked.
- Speaks Spanish and Portuguese
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in District of Columbia
More about Susanna
- 8 years' experience
- Female
- LCSW
I am passionate about helping people of all cultures and backgrounds overcome obstacles and achieve fulfilling lives. I provide therapy in English, Spanish, and Portuguese, and specialize in supporting couples on the brink with an active, relational approach. I bring curiosity, humor, and love into the therapy space, guiding clients through serious work that can also be fascinating and fun. My training in structural family therapy and neurobiology of trauma helps clients move beyond harmful patterns toward their goals.
Specialties
Insurance Accepted
- Centivo
- Cigna
Treatment Approaches
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Couples [Integrative Behavioral Couple Therapy (IBCT)]
- Couples [The Gottman Method]
- Interpersonal Psychotherapy
- Mindfulness-based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT)
- Motivational Interviewing
- Relational
- Solution-focused
- Strengths-based
Licenses
Susanna Shapiro's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1538540265.
- LCSW · District of Columbia · LC200001792 · Renews March 2028
About online therapy
- Affordable.
- Get high-quality therapy without the high price. Clients pay an average of $28 per session with in-network insurance.
- Convenient.
- Schedule sessions that fit your life, not the other way around.
- Available now.
- No long waitlists. Get matched with a licensed therapist and start therapy as soon as your benefits are confirmed.
Octave makes evidence-based therapy easier to access and easier to afford. Whether you're seeking support for anxiety, depression, stress, relationships, or life transitions, Octave connects you to thoroughly vetted therapists that can meet on your schedule, take insurance, and care about helping you find clarity.
It works: 74% of Octave clients see meaningful improvement with their depression and anxiety symptoms in three months, and outcomes consistently exceed national averages.
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Frequently asked questions
Does Susanna Shapiro offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Susanna Shapiro works with clients by video conferencing.
What language(s) does Susanna Shapiro speak?
Susanna Shapiro speaks Spanish and Portuguese.
How many years of experience does Susanna Shapiro have?
Susanna Shapiro has 8 years of experience.
Where is Susanna Shapiro licensed to practice?
Susanna Shapiro is licensed to practice in District of Columbia.
Does Susanna Shapiro accept FSA/HSA?
Yes, Susanna Shapiro accepts FSA/HSA meaning you can pay for sessions with your pre-tax healthcare dollars. Every year hundreds of thousands of people use their FSA/HSA to pay for therapy.
Does Susanna Shapiro accept insurance?
Yes, Susanna Shapiro accepts Centivo and Cigna.
Does Susanna Shapiro accept clients outside of the United States?
No, Susanna Shapiro does not accept clients outside of the United States.
Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?
Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of [a major teletherapy service] experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."
What treatment approaches does Susanna Shapiro offer?
Susanna Shapiro offers clients Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Gottman Method, Psychodynamic Therapy, Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Attachment-Based Therapy, and Solution-Focused Therapy.
How do I get started with Susanna Shapiro?
Just tap the BOOK NOW button or tap here: A new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation.
Mental health conditions are real, common, and treatable.
And recovery is possible.
When you tap BOOK NOW a new window will open and you'll be directed to Octave's website to start your therapy journey.