Sue Kessner

Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, MS, LPCC

Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today

2 Endorsed

Novato, CA 94949

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Welcome to Serenity Psychotherapy. Feeling Stressed? Overwhelmed by Challenges in your Life? Living life on life's terms is not always easy. The stresses of daily living often encroach on our happiness and serenity. Learning to have a solution focused and positive perspective on life's challenges through psychotherapy can change your life. If you're looking for extra support and guidance for you or your children, or you're ready to move in a new direction in your life, I can help you to free up your life!

My treatment parameters are broad based. I specialize in working with children and adolescents, ages 5 to 18, as well as adults. I am adept at working with many different child behavioral issues, from ADHD to anxiety. My adult specialties are addiction issues and life transitions. Please call or email me for a free consultation.

Call or Email Sue Kessner now for a free 15 minute consultation - (415) 669-5836

My Practice at a Glance

Available online only

Serenity Psychotherapy

Novato, CA 94949

(415) 669-5836

I have immediate openings for tele-therapy (video or phone sessions) and would be honored to support you during this time of uncertainty.

I specialize in Codependency, Anxiety and Depression

$180 Per Session, I accept insurance

I see individuals and groups

I offer Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy to teens and adults through Telecounseling and in person therapy.

Let's Connect (415) 669-5836

My Practice at a Glance

Available online only

Serenity Psychotherapy

Novato, CA 94949

(415) 669-5836

I have immediate openings for tele-therapy (video or phone sessions) and would be honored to support you during this time of uncertainty.

I specialize in Codependency, Anxiety and Depression

$180 Per Session, I accept insurance

I see individuals and groups

I offer Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy to teens and adults through Telecounseling and in person therapy.

Finances

Fees

Individual Sessions $180
Couple Sessions $200
Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible
Pay by American Express, Cash, Check, Mastercard, Visa

Insurance

Aetna
Cigna and Evernorth
UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH

Check fees and, if listed, ask to verify your insurance coverage. Email or (415) 669-5836

Sue Kessner

Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, MS, LPCC

Check fees and, if listed, ask to verify your insurance coverage. Email or (415) 669-5836

Sue Kessner

Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, MS, LPCC

Qualifications

Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of California / LPCC 732 Sue Kessner
Attended San Francisco State University, Graduated 1982

Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. Email or (415) 669-5836

Sue Kessner

Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, MS, LPCC

Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. Email or (415) 669-5836

Sue Kessner

Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, MS, LPCC

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

Codependency
Anxiety
Depression

Expertise

Addiction
Alcohol Use
Behavioral Issues
Child
Coping Skills
Divorce
Drug Abuse
Dual Diagnosis
Emotional Disturbance
Family Conflict
Grief
Infidelity
Life Transitions
Mood Disorders
Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD)
Parenting
Peer Relationships
Relationship Issues
Self Esteem
Stress
Substance Use
Women's Issues

Do these issues align with your needs? Email or (415) 669-5836

Sue Kessner

Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, MS, LPCC

Do these issues align with your needs? Email or (415) 669-5836

Sue Kessner

Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, MS, LPCC

2 Endorsements

Alissa Hirshfeld

Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT

Sue is a very warm and skilled CBT therapist, especially skilled in addictions and codependency issues, who walks her talk. I feel confident when I refer to her that clients will be in safe and expert hands.

Kimberly de Caires

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, PPSC

Sue and I worked together at a group psychotherapy practice where we frequently collaborated. Sue exudes kindness and compassion and her ability to listen deeply and to support without judgement is nothing short of magical!

Client Focus

Age

Teen ,

Adults ,

Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals ,

Group

Age

Teen ,

Adults ,

Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals ,

Group

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Emotionally Focused
Humanistic
Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
Person-Centered
Play Therapy
Positive Psychology
Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
Strength-Based
TEAM CBT

Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. Email or (415) 669-5836

Sue Kessner

Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, MS, LPCC

Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. Email or (415) 669-5836

Sue Kessner

Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, MS, LPCC

Location

Primary Location

Serenity Psychotherapy

Novato, CA 94949

(415) 669-5836

Email me

My website

Nearby Areas

Cities

Counties

Marin

Zips

I have immediate openings for tele-therapy (video or phone sessions) and would be honored to support you during this time of uncertainty.

Call for a free consultation now - (415) 669-5836

Sue Kessner

Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, MS, LPCC

I have immediate openings for tele-therapy (video or phone sessions) and would be honored to support you during this time of uncertainty.

Call for a free consultation now - (415) 669-5836

Sue Kessner

Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, MS, LPCC