Susan Folwell, L.C.S.W., is in private practice at the Growth and Recovery Center where she works with adults, young adults, and adolescents. She received her Bachelor’s degree from The University of the South (Sewanee), and her Master’s degree from Florida State University. She is board certified by, and a member of, the American Academy of Experts in Traumatic Stress, and the National Center for Crisis Management. She also is Campbell Danger Assessment certified, and holds clinical licenses in Virginia and DC. She has researched interpersonal violence and family abuse, traumatic response, PTSD, emotional and severe emotional disorders, and the connection between spirituality and emotional health for over 20 years, working in psychiatric, hospital, educational, and inpatient and outpatient clinical settings.
Previously, Susan worked for over 6 years with The Women’s Center in Vienna, Va. There, she was a staff psychotherapist and the domestic violence program manager, and also served as the Center’s spokesperson for domestic violence-related issues.
In addition to her private practice at the Growth and Recovery Center, Susan provides training and consultation throughout Metro DC, and on a national level. She is an active member of domestic violence and mental health task forces, and sits on a number of advisory boards in Northern Virginia. Susan’s work focuses on trauma, all forms of interpersonal violence and abuse (physical, non-physical, dating, emotional, verbal, spiritual, sexual, elder), stalking, separation and divorce (and its effects on children), and issues surrounding self-esteem, spirituality and life transitions. Her experience and compassion provide a keen understanding of the unique challenges her clients face. Susan’s therapeutic philosophy is collaborative, so that sessions become a safe haven in which to explore options, gain clarity and insight, and embark on the journey towards wholeness.
Should you wish to contact her, you may leave a confidential message at (703) 591-5912 ext. 118 or email her at SFolwell@SusanFolwellConsulting.com.