Susan Close is a clinically licensed therapist in Illinois and Indiana who believes therapy should feel real, not contrived. She specializes in trauma recovery, ADHD, shame, anxiety, depression, couples communication, parenthood transitions, substance use, and bipolar disorder. By blending clinical expertise with humor and creativity, she creates a warm, authentic space that helps clients release the pressure to be perfect, reconnect with their true selves, and discover new ways to heal and grow.