Susana Puertas Manso
Susana Puertas Manso
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Susana Puertas Manso, LMHC(She/Her/Hers)

(She/Her/Hers)
Licensed Mental Health Counselor, LMHC
Massachusetts
ADHD- Anxiety - Depression- Life transitions- Relationship issues- Trauma-

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Accepting online

In-network with some insurances

$120-$200

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Professional statement

Susana Puertas Manso is a licensed therapist who works with adults and older adults navigating a wide range of emotional and life challenges. She is committed to creating an inclusive, affirming space for individuals from LGBTQ+ and multicultural backgrounds. As a bilingual Spanish-speaking clinician, she is especially attuned to the unique experiences of immigrants and strives to provide culturally responsive care that honors each client’s identity, values, and life story.

Her therapeutic approach is grounded in evidence-based practices, including Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), among others. She tailors each treatment plan to the individual, recognizing that no single approach fits all. Her work focuses on helping clients develop practical coping strategies, increase psychological flexibility, and build a deeper understanding of their thoughts and emotions, while fostering resilience and meaningful change.

Susana Puertas Manso brings a compassionate, collaborative style to her work, emphasizing empathy, respect, and curiosity. She supports clients in exploring their goals, strengthening self-awareness , and navigating transitions, stress, anxiety, and other concerns. Her approach integrates skill-building with a strong emphasis on self-compassion and personal empowerment.

She currently offers telehealth sessions only, providing flexible and accessible care for clients in the comfort of their own environment. This format allows her to connect with individuals across diverse locations while maintaining a consistent and supportive therapeutic relationship.

Message to clients

I believe that even in the middle of pain or feeling stuck, there’s still strength, resilience, and the potential for change. Many people come to therapy feeling overwhelmed—whether it’s anxiety, depression, past experiences, relationship struggles, or stress from work or life in general. If that’s where you are, you don’t have to figure it out on your own. My hope is that our work together helps you feel more grounded, gain clarity, and build confidence in yourself.

I approach therapy as a collaborative process where we move at your pace and focus on what feels most important to you. I use a mix of evidence-based approaches like ACT,CBT, DBT, mindfulness, and strength-based, client-centered work, always tailoring things to fit your needs. Creating a space where you feel comfortable, respected, and understood is really important to me. I work with people from all backgrounds and identities, including LGBTQ+ clients and individuals who have felt marginalized or “othered.”

Over time, my goal is to help you better understand yourself, develop tools that actually work for your life, and move toward changes that feel meaningful and lasting. Therapy doesn’t have to feel intimidating—we’ll take it one step at a time, together.

Work and Education

Years of Experience: 11 years

SP Mental Health Counseling, Therapist, 2022 - Present
Colorful Resilience, Therapist, 2022 - 2024
Lynn Community Health Center, Therapist, 2015 - 2022

Salem State University, Mental Health Counseling Master, 2015
Universidad de Salamanca, Spain, Licenciatura en Psicología, 1994

Licensure

Massachusetts: 10595

Languages

Spanish

Specialties

ADHD - Skill-building and support around organizational challenges, distracted attention, procrastination; building and maintaining healthy routines and structure

Anxiety - Coping with excessive worry, nervousness, or stress; intense discomfort in social settings (social anxiety); sudden and intense feelings of panic (panic disorder)

Depression - Providing support and promoting healing of hopelessness, low motivation and energy, sadness, irritability, sleep disturbance, and loss of interest and pleasure in life

Life transitions - Coping with difficult or impactful life changes, such as moving to a new area, relationship transitions, child rearing, or career changes; learning self-care to better manage resulting stress

Relationship issues - Understanding one’s wants and needs in relationships; exploring patterns of interaction, addressing concerns, and strengthening satisfaction in relationships and dating

Trauma - Coping and healing after threatening or scary events, such as witnessing accidents or experiencing sexual, verbal, emotional, or physical abuse

General expertise

Treatment approaches

Clientele

  • Adults (24+)
  • Seniors (65+)
  • Young adults (18-24)

Locations & Hours

Insurance

  • Aetna
  • Aetna Student Health Insurance
  • Berklee College of Music Student Health Insurance (Blue Cross Blue Shield PPO)
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of MA HMO
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of MA PPO
  • Carelon Behavioral Health
  • EAP:UnitedHealthcare/Optum
  • Harvard Pilgrim
  • Harvard Student Health Insurance (Blue Cross Blue Shield PPO)
  • Lesley University Student Health Insurance (Blue Cross Blue Shield PPO)
  • MIT Student and Affiliate Extended Insurance Plan (Blue Cross Blue Shield PPO)
  • Northeastern University Student Health Insurance (Blue Cross Blue Shield PPO)
  • Optum
  • Tufts Health
  • Tufts Health Plan

Out-of-pocket fees

  • Individual sessions:$200 (50min)
  • Sliding scale:$120 - $200
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