Susie Clifton
678-310-0358 Ext. 2018
Hi all! My name is Susie, I am a psychotherapist, and I am honored to support children, adolescents, and young adults as they navigate the complexities of growth, healing, and identity. As someone who grew up in the Metro-Atlanta area, I have a personal understanding of the difficulties today’s adolescents and young adults are facing. My clinical experience includes working with grief, trauma, anxiety, stress, life transitions, relationship challenges, and crisis care.
I approach therapy through an existential lens, centering the therapeutic relationship as a catalyst for healing. My work draws from a wide range of evidence-based approaches, including person-centered, Adlerian, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), somatic therapy, multicultural approaches, and trauma-informed care. I also integrate play and art techniques to support clients in expressing and processing emotions beyond words. Clients can expect a warm, judgment-free space where they are met with genuine presence, care, and curiosity.
I hold a Master’s in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Georgia State University and a Bachelor’s in Psychology from Auburn University, where I also minored in Business and Counseling. My training includes Applied Suicide Intervention Skills (ASIST), Psychological First Aid, and certification as a Clinical Trauma Professional.
Above all, I believe that meaningful, authentic connections foster transformation. It’s my hope that clients leave each session feeling more grounded, empowered, and supported on their path to personal growth and wellness.
Susie is under the supervision of Kristina Murr, LPC, CPCS.
Areas of Specialty
Licensure & Education
Bachelor of Arts in Psychology, Auburn University
Master's in Clinical Mental Health Counseling, Georgia State University
Certifications and Advanced Trainings
2023: Completed Columbia Suicide Severity Rating Scale training
2024: Completed Psychological First Aid training
2024: Completed Suicide Intervention Skills training
2025: Certified Trauma Professional, International Trauma Training Institute
2025: Late Identification of Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity (AD/HD): Clinical Issues and Challenges
2025:Â Prepare to Launch: Transition from Pediatric to Adult Care for Youth with Neuropsychiatric Disorders
2025: Neurodiversity Specialist Training: Affirming Practices for Autism, ADHD, "AuDHD", Dyslexia, OCD, and More
2025: Over 11 hours of continuing education through NOCD, including:
Fundamentals of Exposure-Based Therapy for OCD and Anxiety Disorders
Childhood OCD: Symptoms and Assessment
OCD in Adults: Symptoms, Assessment, and First Line Treatments
Recognizing and Treating Generalized Anxiety Disorder
OCD Subtypes: Identification and Treatment
Introduction to Eating Disorders
- Exposure Therapy for Eating Disorders
2025: Completed trainings through Sheppard Pratt, including:
Autism Spectrum Disorder: A Lifespan Perspective
Social Anxiety Disorder: Basics and Beyond
Cognitive-Behavioral Treatment of Pediatric Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder
Supporting the Mental Health of LGBTQ+ Youth and Young Adults
Adolescent Suicide Risk: Warning Signs and Prevention
Managing Irritability in Children with Disruptive Behavioral Disorders
2025:Â Hair Pulling Disorder & Skin Picking: Evidence-Based Approach to Treating Trichotillomania and Excoriation
2025: ARFID Training and Education for Therapists, Psychologists, Dietitians, Occupational Therapists, Medical Providers, Parents of Children With ARFID, and Adults With ARFID
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