Sue DeSanto, LCSW, is a relationship coach and licensed clinical social worker based in San Diego, CA with over 25 years of experience helping people move through doubts and fears around relationships. Drawing on her own journey as a divorced mother who once struggled with the same patterns, Sue developed a proven coaching method that helps singles identify what's been blocking them from love.
Sue's work centers on the belief that we must first become the best version of ourselves before we can build a healthy partnership. Her signature 12-Week Program guides clients step by step through uncovering blind spots, understanding relationship patterns, and developing the clarity and confidence to attract the right partner.
Sue works with professionals and singles who have a good life but feel something is missing — people who are tired of repeating the same relationship cycles. Her approach blends her clinical background with coaching tools, compassion, and practical exercises to help clients rewrite their relationship story.
Background & Training
Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) / License
Relationship Coaching Institute (RCI) / Certification
Offerings
12-Week Relationship Coaching Program
12 weeks (9 x 1-hour sessions) / In person & virtual
A 3-month commitment to become a successful single and attract your life partner. Includes 3 one-hour coaching sessions per month (9 total), email support between sessions, workbook and exercises. Helps identify patterns, build clarity and confidence, and develop a mindful approach to dating.
Ongoing Monthly Coaching
Monthly / In person & virtual
Continued coaching on a month-to-month basis after the initial 12-Week Program for clients who want to continue building on their foundation.
Walk and Talk Coaching
1 hour / In person
In-person coaching sessions in nature for San Diego-area clients. Combines movement with coaching to increase mind/body awareness, ground clients in the moment, and open access to creative thoughts.
Free 30-Minute Consultation
30 minutes / Virtual
A complimentary phone consultation to discuss relationship coaching and whether the program is the right fit.
I Can Help If You're Navigating
Romantic Relationship Struggles
Loneliness & Social Connection
Heartbreak & Breakups
Intimacy & Sexual Connection
Post-Divorce Rebuilding
Codependency & Attachment
Self-Worth & Confidence
Anxiety & Overwhelm
Feeling Stuck or Lost
Limiting Beliefs & Self-Sabotage
Communication & Conflict
Divorce & Co-Parenting
Reviews & Testimonials
“Sue is amazing to work with! She is thorough and asks thought-provoking questions that make you challenge your assumptions and old habits. She is resourceful, organized, supportive and professional. Her workbook and assignments really help discern what type of relationship you ar...” “Sue is amazing to work with! She is thorough and asks thought-provoking questions that make you challenge your assumptions and old habits. She is resourceful, organized, supportive and professional. Her workbook and assignments really help discern what type of relationship you are looking for and create a plan to attract the right person. Sue has guided me from not dating at all to seeing my choices in the buffet of men in the world! Thank you for all of your help.”
JFFrom website
“I am beyond happy, and with all the healing work you and I did together, I wanted to share with you that it has made a remarkable difference. I feel centered, open and committed to continuing to evolve as a person and in partnership with a man who is equally committed to cocreati...” “I am beyond happy, and with all the healing work you and I did together, I wanted to share with you that it has made a remarkable difference. I feel centered, open and committed to continuing to evolve as a person and in partnership with a man who is equally committed to cocreating a healthy and flourishing partnership. In deep gratitude and with a happy and warm heart.”
SLFrom website
“Sue helps you get straight to the heart of the matter. She has a gentle way of guiding you to uncover the whys behind your challenges and helps you shift to a new place in life. I had been stuck in a long rut of dating men that were unavailable. After working with Sue and her met...” “Sue helps you get straight to the heart of the matter. She has a gentle way of guiding you to uncover the whys behind your challenges and helps you shift to a new place in life. I had been stuck in a long rut of dating men that were unavailable. After working with Sue and her method, she helped me get out of that rut and put me on a clear path to more meaningful and positive relationships.”
LMFrom website
“I have worked with Sue De Santo and I am so grateful for her expertise, wisdom, guidance, and encouragement. Through her Relationship Coaching Program, Sue expertly led me through exercises and discussions to explore who I was, my past relationship experience and most importantly...” “I have worked with Sue De Santo and I am so grateful for her expertise, wisdom, guidance, and encouragement. Through her Relationship Coaching Program, Sue expertly led me through exercises and discussions to explore who I was, my past relationship experience and most importantly where I wanted to go and what kind of relationship I was looking for. I feel like I have blossomed under her supervision which has allowed me to become the person I want to be and to find the healthy, enriching and satisfying relationship that I wanted and deserved. She encouraged me to partake of the 'dating buffet' and I did and got great results and had a lot of fun doing it. Thank you Sue!”
BSFrom website
“After participating in Sue's three month program, I'm clearer on my relationship requirements and feel better equipped to connect deeply with others. Thought provoking exercises and her patient guidance made this experience better than other books and programs I've tried in the p...” “After participating in Sue's three month program, I'm clearer on my relationship requirements and feel better equipped to connect deeply with others. Thought provoking exercises and her patient guidance made this experience better than other books and programs I've tried in the past!”
CSFrom website
“Sue is incredible – a warm and compassionate presence, she was amazing to work with and helped me dig deep to explore issues in order to better connect with myself and others. I cannot thank or recommend her enough.”
GGFrom website
“Sue helped me realize that using my career as a distraction from my fears of getting involved in a relationship was only hurting me. She not only helped me find a way to balance my life, but open myself up to a relationship that is honest and authentic. I've become proud of who I...” “Sue helped me realize that using my career as a distraction from my fears of getting involved in a relationship was only hurting me. She not only helped me find a way to balance my life, but open myself up to a relationship that is honest and authentic. I've become proud of who I am and not afraid that someone won't love that person.”
"Sue is amazing to work with! She is thorough and asks thought-provoking questions that make you challenge your assumptions and old habits. She is resourceful, o..."
JF
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