Let's give a warm welcome to our newest therapist, Susie Petnuch, MS, NCC! In our welcome, let's learn a bit more about her to help you determine if she may be the right fit for you. We've asked her a few questions to share more about herself.
What was the most interesting place you have traveled? Why?
- I would say Tanzania was definitely the most interesting country I have travelled to. The lifestyle and culture is just so vastly different from our culture here in the US. It was super interesting to get to know the locals, especially locals who still live within specific African tribal communities. Their customs and traditions were so unique.
When did you first know you wanted to work in the helping field?
- I think have always been drawn to work in the helping field. Throughout my high school and college careers I enjoyed working with kids and individuals in need and volunteering. I would say the desire really solidified after majoring in psychology in college. I absolutely loved learning about all things psychological/biological/
What was the last movie you saw? Thoughts on it?
- The last movie I saw was Wicked, and I loved it. I really enjoyed the complexity of each of the characters, especially Glinda and Elphaba as it relates to their relationship and individual pursuits to do the right thing. I also of course loved the music.
Coffee or tea?
- Both! I am a coffee and tea lover and it really just depends on the day. Usually I enjoy coffee in the morning and an herbal tea before bed, but lately I have been enjoying black tea or Yerba mate tea in the morning instead of coffee.
What emotion do you think is most difficult to express?
- I would say guilt is a difficult one for a lot of people. It often takes a lot of self—awareness and self—reflection to express and process feelings of guilt in an adaptive way. Guilt is often associated with social relationships and it can be hard for a lot of people to repair and be vulnerable within relationships.
How do you build trust in clients?
- I think the most important way to build trust in clients is through being as authentic and real as possible. Showing up authentically is so important if you want to foster a trusting relationship with your client where growth and change can occur.
If you could have dinner with anyone, whether they are dead or alive, who would it be?
- I’d love to be able to have dinner with my Grandma again if I had the chance. She lived until she was 95 and there is so much more I would like to learn about her and ask her about her life and experiences. She lived through so much!
If Susie seems like a good fit for you, you can schedule with her by clicking here or by contacting our office at 412.367.0575.