Susan Bowes, LCSW
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through Octave
At a glance
Susan is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, Octave.
- Great news, Susan is accepting new clients!
- She is normally fully-booked.
- Speaks English
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in Illinois
More about Susan
- 19 years' experience
- Female
- LCSW
Sue integrates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Narrative Therapy to create a flexible, client-centered approach that honors each individual’s unique story. By combining practical tools with reflective exploration, she helps clients identify unhelpful thought patterns, reframe limiting beliefs, and reclaim personal narratives. Her work is grounded in empowerment, curiosity, and compassion, offering a space where meaningful change becomes not only possible, but deeply personal. Together we explore meaningful change.
Specialties
Insurance Accepted
- Cigna
Treatment Approaches
- Mindfulness-based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT)
- Motivational Interviewing
- Solution-focused
- Strengths-based
Licenses
Susan Bowes's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1003984378.
- LCSW · Illinois · 149.011825 · Renews November 2025
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 Susan Bowes offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Susan Bowes works with clients by video conferencing.
What language(s) does Susan Bowes speak?
Susan Bowes speaks English.
How many years of experience does Susan Bowes have?
Susan Bowes has 19 years of experience.
Where is Susan Bowes licensed to practice?
Susan Bowes is licensed to practice in Illinois.
Does Susan Bowes accept insurance?
Yes, Susan Bowes accepts Cigna.
Does Susan Bowes accept clients outside of the United States?
No, Susan Bowes 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 Susan Bowes offer?
Susan Bowes offers clients Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Solution-Focused Therapy.
How do I get started with Susan Bowes?
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. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.
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. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.