I am a licensed therapist in Texas, bringing 23 years of professional experience to my practice. My pronouns are she/her. Throughout my career, I have dedicated myself to assisting clients with a wide range of mental health concerns, including anxiety, depression, and Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD). I am also passionate about providing support for LGBTQ+-related issues, polyamorous and ethically non-monogamous relationships, marriage and relationship challenges, and family conflicts, as well as coping with death, grief, and pet loss. My commitment to each client is rooted in respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I believe in creating a safe, non-judgmental space where clients feel understood and valued. Our dialogues and treatment plans are meticulously tailored to meet your needs, ensuring a personalized approach to your therapeutic journey.
In addition to my therapeutic expertise, I am a certified laughter yoga instructor. This unique qualification allows me to incorporate laughter and joy into our sessions, fostering a holistic approach to mental health and well-being. I recognize the immense courage it takes to seek a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps toward change. Supporting and empowering my clients on their self-discovery and personal growth journey is a privilege. I am here to guide you through this process with empathy and expertise, helping you navigate the challenges and celebrate successes.
Additional areas of focus: Stress, Anxiety, Career difficulties, Depression, Coping with life changes, Abandonment, Adoption and foster care, Aging and geriatric issues, Attachment issues, Autism and Asperger Syndrome, Avoidant personality, BDSM, kink, and alternative sex culture, Blended family issues, Body image, Cancer, Caregiver issues and stress, Chronic pain, illness, and disability, Co-morbidity, Codependency, Commitment issues, Communication problems, Control issues, Coping with natural or human-caused disaster, Dependent personality, Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD), Divorce and separation, Domestic violence, Drug and alcohol addiction, Eating and food-related issues, Emptiness, Family of origin issues, Family problems, Fatherhood issues, Fertility issues, First responder issues, Forgiveness, Gender dysphoria, Guilt and shame, HIV / AIDS, Hoarding, Hospice and end-of-life counseling, Immigration issues, Impulsivity, Infidelity, Intellectual disability, Isolation / loneliness, Jealousy, Life purpose, Men's issues, Midlife crisis, Veteran and Armed Forces Issues, Money and financial issues, Mood disorders, Multicultural concerns, Narcissism, Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD, Panic disorder and panic attacks, Paranoia, Personality disorders, Phobias, Polyamory / non-monogamous relationships, Postpartum depression, Post-traumatic stress, Pregnancy and childbirth, Prejudice and discrimination, Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling), Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), Self-harm, Self-love, Sex addiction, Sexual assault and abuse, Sexual dysfunction, Sexuality, Smoking / vaping cessation, Social anxiety and phobia, Women's issues, Workplace issues, Young adult issues
Clinical approaches: Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), Existential Therapy, Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Narrative Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Somatic Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy
TX LCSW 53659
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She's the best therapist I've ever had, and I credit much of my progress in improving my mental health to therapy with her.
Written on Dec 05, 2024 after therapy with Annette for 10 months on issues concerning relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, coping with life changes, coaching, and adhd
Annette is a great listener who offers practical advice and tools to help me meet my goals.
Written on Nov 27, 2024 after therapy with Annette for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, lgbt, grief, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and adhd
They're amazing and so helpful, very grateful to have found them
Written on Nov 06, 2024 after therapy with Annette for 3 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, career difficulties, and coaching
Annette is a skilled and caring therapist, would highly recommend her to anyone!
Written on Oct 19, 2024 after therapy with Annette for 3 months on issues concerning relationship issues, family conflicts, grief, self esteem, and coping with life changes
Annette is an incredible therapist and person. No matter how I am feeling going into my sessions with her, I always come out feeling stronger and more capable. These past few years have been some of the toughest in my life - but the support and encouragement that she offers is helping me gain the confidence and motivation to better myself and make a full recovery. I am so grateful for her, and for the BetterHelp app.
Written on Oct 03, 2024 after therapy with Annette for 5 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, self esteem, coping with life changes, compassion fatigue, and adhd
Annette was amazing when it came to listening to my needs as well as being able to guide me into making decisions to better myself rather then telling me what to do. Annette offers a huge range of expertise to help with a variety of decision and allows you to be open and honest about everything as she creates a safe and comfortable environment for anyone chatting with her.
Written on Jul 02, 2024 after therapy with Annette for 3 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, self esteem, and coping with life changes