Our Providers | Susan Quartarone, PsyD

Susan Quartarone, PsyD

Licensed Clinical Psychologist

Dr. Susan Quartarone is a licensed clinical psychologist dedicated to helping individuals and families navigate life’s challenges with compassion, insight, and practical tools for change. She believes therapy is most effective when it feels both supportive and empowering, and she works collaboratively with each client to foster a space where they feel safe, understood, and respected.

Dr. Quartarone is experienced in working with a wide range of ages, from children and adolescents to adults. She specializes in supporting individuals struggling with depression, anxiety, ADHD, trauma, behavioral challenges, grief and loss, perinatal mental health, and the impact of life stressors.

Her approach integrates Family Systems and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) perspectives. This allows her to address negative patterns in thoughts, emotions, and behaviors while also exploring how relationships and family dynamics influence overall well-being. Through this work, she helps patients build emotional awareness, strengthen coping skills, and create lasting, positive changes in their lives and relationships.

When working with children and adolescents, Dr. Quartarone values close collaboration with their parents and caregivers to support growth both in and outside of therapy. She strives to help young people feel more confident, understood, and capable, while also equipping families with the tools to navigate challenges together.

Education & Experience

Dr. Quartarone earned her Master and Doctorate degrees in Clinical Psychology, with an emphasis on Child and Family Therapy, from the California School of Professional Psychology at Alliant International University. After 2 years of practice in outpatient clinics seeing children and families, she broadened her scope of expertise by completing her pre-doctoral internship at Tarzana Treatment Centers, a residential and outpatient drug treatment facility. Since being awarded her doctorate, Dr. Quartarone has continued building her expertise in children, families, and adults through training in Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), Triple P Positive Parenting, and Interpersonal Therapy (IPT).