Susan Nelson, MS, LPC
Licensed Professional Counselor
Chief Operating Officer & Co-Owner
My desire is to allow human experiences to be humanized. Life is hard, inconsistent and difficult to manage when we weren't given the best tools to do so. What most don't know is we have the ability to access those tools and obtain the life we desire. I find it essential to having a safe place to explore emotions and feelings when trying to figure out what is best, my place is for you. I focus on helping you find what's in you already, with a little guidance, because at the end of your healing journey I want you to feel like you did this yourself. I am in your corner while providing that much needed accountability to keep you focused.
Who Susan Works With
I work with a diverse range of clients and communities and strive to create a supportive, affirming space for everyone.
Adolescents
Ages 12+​​​
Adults​​​
Individuals
Students
Military, Veterans, and their families
BIPOC Communities
Wherever you are in your journey, you are welcome here.
You can start exactly where you are.
Areas of Focus
These are some of the areas we can work on together.
Neurodivergence
Understanding how your brain works, building supportive strategies, and recognizing your strengths.
Assessment & Diagnostic Clarification
Using structured screening and collaborative assessment to better understand symptoms, patterns, and treatment needs.
Trauma & PTSD
Processing painful experiences, restoring safety, and moving forward at your own pace.
Anxiety
Managing worry, stress, and patterns that leave you feeling overwhelmed or stuck.
Dissociation & DID
Increasing safety, connection, and understanding across dissociative experiences.
Suicidal Ideation
Compassionate support centered on safety, connection, and hope during overwhelming moments.
Religious & Spiritual Trauma
Healing from harmful religious experiences while rebuilding trust, identity, and meaning.
Life Transitions
Finding clarity and support through change, uncertainty, and new beginnings.
Bipolar Disorder
Understanding mood changes, strengthening stability, and navigating difficult seasons with support.
Self-Esteem & Identity Development
Strengthening confidence while developing a clearer, more authentic sense of self.
Women's Issues
Exploring identity, relationships, roles, and the expectations affecting your well-being.
Multicultural Awareness & Identity
Exploring how culture, identity, and lived experiences shape your well-being.
My Therapeutic Approach
My approach is warm, supportive, and Person-Centered, creating a space where clients can feel safe, understood, and empowered through their journey
Humanistic Therapy
Creating a supportive, collaborative space where you can explore your experiences, develop greater self-awareness, and feel accepted as your authentic self.
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
Learning to respond differently to difficult thoughts and emotions while making choices that align with your values.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Identifying unhelpful thought and behavior patterns while developing practical strategies for creating meaningful change.
Faith-Based Interventions
Incorporating your personal faith or spiritual beliefs into therapy when requested and meaningful to you.
Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT)
Building on your existing strengths, identifying what is already working, and developing realistic steps toward your goals.
Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)
Helping you process distressing or traumatic experiences so they feel less overwhelming and disruptive in your daily life.
Education & Experience
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Education: Master of Science in Counseling Psychology, California Baptist University, 2024.
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Licensure: Licensed Professional Counselor in Colorado.
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​Clinical Experience: Susan has extensive experience supporting individuals through crisis, trauma, and life transitions. She has provided suicide prevention and crisis intervention through the 988 Crisis Line, worked with youth and families in residential treatment settings, and offered trauma-informed care to women in a community health clinic. Her work reflects a deep commitment to compassionate, client-centered support across diverse populations.
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Certifications:
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Certified Clinical Trauma Professional (CCTP)
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EMDR Trained (2026)
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DID Level I and II Trained (2026)
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Beyond the Therapy Room
Susan believes in being real, what you see is what you get. Outside the therapy room, she enjoys dancing at concerts, traveling to new places, re-starting her half marathon training (for the tenth time), and exploring local spots purely for the aesthetic. Most of all, she’s soaking up life as a mom to two young boys. Known for her sense of humor (often with a touch of dark humor), Susan brings warmth, laughter, and a deep sense of grace to both her personal life and her work with clients.
CONTACT SUSAN TO SCHEDULE YOUR FIRST SESSION TODAY!
To schedule your session with Susan, you may call/text her at 719-499-4880 or email her at snelson@embracewellnesscs.com​
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Susan is NOT accepting new clients at this time but is available for assessments and consultations.
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Susan provides in-person sessions in Colorado Springs or telehealth sessions throughout Colorado.