
Many high-performing leaders seek therapy not because they are failing — but because they want to function at a higher level without burning out.
Entrepreneurs and business leaders often carry an unusual level of responsibility — for employees, finances, clients, and long-term decisions.
Many founders discover that the same traits that helped them build something extraordinary — drive, creativity, persistence, and risk tolerance — can also make it difficult to slow down, regulate stress, or feel satisfied with success.
Over time, the pressure of leadership can begin to affect sleep, relationships, health, and decision-making. Many successful leaders reach a point where working harder no longer solves the problem.
Therapy provides a space where the person behind the role can step back from constant demands and develop more sustainable ways to lead and live.
• constant mental activity and difficulty turning work off
• decision fatigue and responsibility overload
• anxiety related to risk, uncertainty, or financial pressure
• relationship strain caused by the demands of leadership
• imposter syndrome despite clear success
• ADHD or other neurodivergent traits influencing leadership style
• difficulty setting boundaries with employees, clients, or partners
• loss of meaning or direction after achieving major career goals
Our work together focuses on helping you:
• regulate stress and prevent burnout
• understand patterns that influence leadership and relationships
• develop clearer boundaries with work and others
• make decisions with more clarity under pressure
• reconnect with purpose, values, and long-term direction
Sue's approach integrates somatic psychology, EMDR, trauma-informed therapy, and practical tools that help high-performing individuals maintain their ambition while creating a more sustainable and regulated life.
Before becoming a therapist, Sue spent years working in the business and technology world and has been an entrepreneur for more than 25 years.
This background allows her to understand the real-world pressures of:
• leadership responsibility
• building and running a company
• navigating uncertainty and risk
• balancing ambition with personal wellbeing
Many clients appreciate working with a therapist who understands both nervous system regulation and the realities of professional leadership.
All inquiries are confidential.
We respond personally within 1–2 business days.
Telehealth sessions are conducted through secure, HIPAA-compliant platforms.
Main number: 773.206.1866
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