Susan Miller

Dr. Susan Miller is a dedicated psychologist with a Ph.D. who has been working with adults, adolescents, and couples since 1983. Her practice emphasizes the unique needs of each individual, and she employs a diverse array of therapeutic techniques, including insight-oriented psychotherapy and cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), tailoring her approach to meet the specific requirements of her clients. Understanding that different therapies resonate with different individuals, Dr. Miller ensures that her practice is rooted in careful and respectful listening. She welcomes clients from various backgrounds, cultures, and orientations into her comfortable downtown Ann Arbor office, filled with natural light, creating an inviting atmosphere for self-exploration and personal growth. Dr. Miller combines theories from psychodynamic, cognitive-behavioral, mindfulness, and family systems perspectives while considering each person's strengths, needs, and cultural context. She has expertise in addressing a range of concerns, including depression, anxiety, workplace or academic challenges, grief, relationship dynamics, and identity issues. In addition to her clinical work, Dr. Miller has authored books exploring emotional states such as shame, disgust, and awe, and she has written a resource for teenagers with troubled parents. Her educational background includes undergraduate studies at the University of Michigan and the University of Chicago, followed by an MA and Ph.D. from the University of Michigan, where she graduated from the honors program and was inducted into Phi Beta Kappa.