Susan Fee | Counselor
Everybody has a story. Authentic life stories provide a clear sense of purpose, direction, and meaning. But, when struggling, your story can be confusing and painful. Inauthentic stories can lead you down a path of damaged relationships, poor self-care, and risky behavior. Circumstances and characters may not change, but you can alter the power you give them.
Make an appointment
I offer Telehealth (virtual) sessions for Washington State Residents.
Current Clients Only Schedule Online
Accepted Insurance:
Premera, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Regence, Aetna, United Behavioral Health, Cigna, LifeWise Preferred, Meritain and Self-Pay
New Clients Request a 15-minute consultation to see if we’d be a good fit. Good faith estimates provided upon request.
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Counseling fit
Choosing a therapist is an important decision and I appreciate you considering my services. Here’s a little bit about me to help you decide if I'd be a good fit.
Stories are the heart of my work, whether it be the ones you tell yourself or the stories you present to others. I help clients change painful narratives into powerful ones.
I use an integrative approach, blending Cognitive Behavior Therapy and Solution Focused. I address a range of issues and consider myself an especially good fit for:
Anyone experiencing relationship conflicts, personally or professionally
Business professionals seeking work-life balance, stress management, or managing presentation anxiety
Individuals experiencing major life transitions such as death, illness, job loss, empty nest, retirement & break ups
Anyone experiencing shame, guilt, fear, conflict or discomfort with money
Training and Credentials
I earned my B.A. in Communications from Western Washington University and my M.Ed. in Community Agency Counseling from Cleveland State University. I'm a National Board Certified Counselor, Certified Financial Therapist-Level I™ Professional, Myers-Briggs Type Indicator Certified Practitioner, Certified Professional Coach, and a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in Washington State. I'm also a member of the American Counseling Association, Washington Mental Health Counselors Association, and Financial Therapy Association.
In conjunction with Washington state licensing requirements, I receive 36 continuing education hours of clinical education every two years, including a mandatory ethics review course.
Additional Background
In addition to being a licensed mental health counselor, I'm also a former TEDx speaker and TEDxSeattle speaker coach. You’ll catch me on stage and radio participating in The Moth Story Slams. I spent 6-years as director of The Brainpower Chronicles, a storytelling fundraiser for NAMI Washington.
As a member of The Financial Therapy Association, I have a deep interest in helping individuals develop healthier relationships with money. If you have big feelings about money like shame, anxiety or depression, I can help you explore and update your narratives. Watch my Ignite Seattle talk, “Emotions About Money.”
I’ve written several books on the topics that interest me most including: 101 Ideas & Insights About Resolving Conflict, 101 Ideas & Insights for Making Your Message Stick, Manager’s Motivation Handbook, Circle of F.R.I.E.N.D.S. Facilitator’s Guide, and the college survival guide, My Roommate is Driving Me Crazy!
What to Expect
My style is supportive, interactive and action-oriented, using a cognitive-behavioral and solution-focused approach. I offer a 15-minute consultation at no charge for all new clients to check for fit and answer your questions.
Appointments & Accepted Insurance
Telehealth (video) appointments are available for Washington State Residents only. Accepted insurances: Premera, Aetna, Regence, Blue Cross Blue Shield, United Behavioral Health, Cigna, LifeWise Preferred, Meritain or Self-Pay. Contact Susan to request a 15-minute consultation. Good faith estimates provided upon request.