Sue Frazier-Bear

Sue Frazier-Bear is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with twenty years of experience. She aims to create a respectful, accepting space where people can look at stress, anger, anxiety, grief, and life changes without feeling judged. Her style is grounded and straightforward to help people talk through what matters most to them.

She works mainly in individual counseling and draws on different therapy ideas to match each person's needs. Sue uses psychodynamic ideas to look at patterns from the past and mindfulness tools like breathing and guided relaxation to help with intense feelings. She also uses Acceptance and Commitment Therapy to help people notice their thoughts and commit to values-based choices.

Her background includes time spent training other counselors and collaborating with psychiatrists and mentors. That experience shaped how she structures sessions and supports people through transitions. She notes that many years of client work taught her the practical realities of change and recovery.

Sue has worked with adults on issues such as bipolar disorder, substance use concerns, and trauma from childhood abuse. She also has experience supporting parents facing parenting strain and people dealing with family of origin issues. She describes her approach as compassionate and affirming of all identities.

Sessions focus on clear, manageable steps. People can expect a combination of talking, mindfulness exercises, and reflective work aimed at reducing distress and improving daily functioning. She is based in Tennessee and conducts work in English.

How her approaches translate to online work

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice thoughts and feelings without getting stuck in them, then choose actions that match their values. It can be useful for stress, anxiety, and managing anger. Mindfulness Therapy uses simple attention and breathing exercises to calm the body and reduce reactivity; it is often paired with practical skills to handle intense moments. Psychodynamic Therapy looks at long-standing patterns that show up in relationships and emotions, helping people understand how past experiences shape present behavior.

Finding the best approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will discuss goals, try techniques, and adjust the plan based on what feels most helpful. Clients are invited to give feedback so the work stays practical and focused on daily life improvements.

If you are considering online therapy, confirm which session formats are currently offered before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy schedule, reduce travel time, and allow for shorter check-ins when needed. Many people appreciate being able to practice mindfulness and ACT exercises between sessions as part of day-to-day life.