About Susan Rhoads

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Our Mission

At Peaceful Healing, our mission is to walk alongside individuals who are carrying more than they should have to carry alone. We provide compassionate, trauma-informed care in a calm, supportive space where healing feels possible—not rushed, not forced, and never judged. Our work is rooted in helping clients reconnect with balance, clarity, and resilience so they can move forward with greater confidence, stability, and peace. Healing is not about “fixing” you—it’s about helping you feel grounded, supported, and empowered in your own life. 

A Space to Set Things Down

Life has a way of piling things on—stress, responsibility, grief, trauma, exhaustion, and the quiet weight of always having to hold it together. Many people come to therapy not just because of anxiety or depression, but because they feel overwhelmed, stuck, disconnected, or worn down by what life has demanded of them.

At Peaceful Healing, we offer supportive teletherapy for adults who are ready for relief—not just symptom management, but meaningful change. Whether you’re navigating trauma, chronic stress, relationship strain, substance use concerns, major life transitions, or the cumulative impact of high-stress work, therapy here is a place to pause, breathe, and begin sorting through what’s been weighing on you.

Support That Meets You Where You Are

You don’t have to be in crisis to deserve support. Maybe your thoughts won’t slow down. Maybe your sleep is disrupted. Maybe your patience is gone, your emotions feel close to the surface, or you’re simply tired of feeling “on edge.” For first responders and other high-stress professionals, this often shows up as burnout, emotional shutdown, hypervigilance, or difficulty turning work stress off once the shift ends.

Therapy at Peaceful Healing is collaborative, practical, and deeply respectful of your lived experience. Together, we work to help you process what you’ve been through, build effective coping skills, restore a sense of control, and create space for steadiness and relief—both mentally and emotionally.

You Don’t Have to Do This Alone

If you’re looking for a grounded, supportive place to begin—or continue—your healing journey, I invite you to reach out. A free 15-minute consultation is available to see if we’re a good fit and to answer any questions you may have. You deserve support that feels safe, affirming, and tailored to you.

Relief is possible. Let’s take the next step together.

Connect with us for a free 15-minute consultation.

My Education & Experience

I graduated from Missouri Southern State University with a bachelor's degree in Sociology and Missouri State University a master's degree in Social Work. I believe regardless of career path, life journey, or decisions made, you have earned the right to have a sense of peace and enjoy life. I acknowledge how difficult it is to reach out for help. I am passionate about assisting my clients through the good times, the challenging times, and the moments that are difficult to face. I strive to provide the best care for every client in a manner that fits each unique situation.

I hold the following certifications:

  • Substance Use Supervisor
  • Certificate for Social Work Supervision
  • Certified Relapse Prevention Specialist
  • Certified Clinical Anxiety Treatment Professional (CCATP)
  • Prolonged Exposure Therapy
  • Certified Crisis Intervention Counselor


I specialize in working with the following:

  • Military personnel, Veterans, and 1st Responders
  • Adults with current/recent trauma and/or a history of Developmental Trauma
  • Self-esteem and self-worth
  • Stress, depression, and anxiety
  • Suicidal Ideation
  • Substance Use
  • Attachment and Relationship Concerns
  • Identity Exploration and Self Awareness
  • Caregiver stress
  • LMSW/LCSW licensure and educational supervision

Compassionate Care for Trauma, Stress & Life’s Heavy Moments

A calm space to process, heal, move forward, and support that helps you breathe again.  

Overview of Our Core Values

Healing Spaces

Safe environments for emotional recovery.

Holistic Approaches

Integrative methods for whole-person healing.

Trauma Support

Specialized therapy for relief from trauma.

Mindfulness

Empowering techniques for mental clarity.

Reach out today!

Your journey is unique to you. At Peaceful Healing, we’re here for you. 
Reach out today to start your personalized path to peace.

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