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Suhadee ("Su") Henriquez, LCSW, is a bilingual, multicultural Licensed Clinical Social Worker, psychotherapist, educator, and speaker licensed across multiple states. She is the Founder and Clinical Director of Butterfly Effect Psychotherapies, LCSW, PLLC, the parent practice of Multicultural CBT-DBT and home of The Flying Psychotherapist™.

 

At the heart of Su's work is a simple yet powerful belief: meaningful transformation often begins with one small, intentional change. Inspired by the butterfly effect, her practice is built on the understanding that a single therapeutic insight, one new skill, or one courageous decision can create lasting change that extends far beyond the therapy room.

Founded in 2013, Multicultural CBT-DBT was established to provide culturally responsive, evidence-based psychotherapy rooted in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT).

 

As Su's work expanded to include specialized treatment programs, clinical education, professional consultation, supervision, and her nationally recognized fear-of-flying services, Butterfly Effect Psychotherapies, LCSW, PLLC was created to serve as the umbrella organization that unites these interconnected areas of practice while preserving the mission and values that have guided her work from the very beginning.

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Su specializes in working with adolescents, adults, couples, and families experiencing anxiety disorders, depression, trauma, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), personality disorders, emotional dysregulation, perfectionism, substance use disorders, chronic illness, life transitions, and relationship challenges. Her approach integrates scientific rigor with cultural humility, creating individualized treatment that promotes resilience, psychological flexibility, and lasting emotional wellness.

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A Diplomate of the Academy of Cognitive and Behavioral Therapies, Su completed intensive training in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) and has received advanced training from internationally recognized leaders in evidence-based treatment. She trained directly with Dr. Edna Foa, developer of Prolonged Exposure (PE) Therapy for Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), and Dr. Melanie Harned, developer of DBT Prolonged Exposure (DBT-PE). Her clinical work also incorporates Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral Analysis System of Psychotherapy (CBASP), Family Connections, and other evidence-based interventions tailored to each client's unique strengths and goals.

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Recognized for her clinical expertise, Su is a sought-after speaker, educator, and consultant who has presented nationally and internationally on topics including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, multicultural mental health, trauma recovery, emotional resilience, and clinical supervision. She regularly consults with clinicians, organizations, and healthcare professionals while contributing to the continued advancement of evidence-based psychotherapy.

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Prior to transitioning into psychotherapy full-time, Su spent over a decade as a commercial airline Flight Attendant and remained actively employed in aviation for more than fifteen years while simultaneously building her psychotherapy practice. This uncommon intersection of professions cultivated a profound understanding of human behavior, allowing her to witness resilience, vulnerability, and emotional adaptation across cultures, life circumstances, and environments—from 35,000 feet to the therapy office.

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Throughout her aviation career, Su interacted with thousands of passengers from around the world, developing an extraordinary appreciation for the universality of human emotion. Regardless of culture, language, or destination, she observed that people consistently sought safety, connection, and reassurance during moments of uncertainty. These experiences continue to shape her clinical philosophy and inspired the creation of The Flying Psychotherapist , a specialized practice dedicated to helping individuals overcome the fear of flying through evidence-based psychological treatment.

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As a woman of color raised in an underserved community, Su brings both lived experience and clinical expertise to her work. She is deeply committed to providing culturally responsive, inclusive care and has extensive experience working with multicultural communities, LGBTQIA+ individuals, and professionals in high-performance careers, including physicians, attorneys, executives, entrepreneurs, finance professionals, and other leaders navigating the psychological demands of success.

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Whether helping someone recover from trauma, strengthen a relationship, navigate a major life transition, manage a chronic health condition, overcome the fear of flying, or simply reconnect with themselves, Su believes that healing is never about becoming someone else. It is about discovering the strength that has been there all along.

Every therapeutic relationship is built on collaboration, curiosity, compassion, and evidence-based care—because sometimes the smallest shift in perspective becomes the beginning of life's greatest transformation.

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​ession, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Family Connections and life skills (addressing problems associated with life stages, e.g. career, college, etc.).