It is my pleasure to introduce myself to you as you explore provider and service options. My name is Annie Bennett and I am a Ohio licensed clinical social worker and supervisor. I received my master’s degree from the University of KY and then completed two years of conjoint marital and family therapy training. Although I have spent time in academia teaching in the social work graduate department at the University of KY, most of my experience over the past thirty plus years has been in the field of addiction, primarily working with women. Of course, this experience encompasses mental/emotional health and partner/family issues. For ten years I worked in an alcohol and other drug long-term residential treatment program where women could bring their children 12 years of age and younger.
My therapy style would be a combination of cognitive behavioral, humanistic, and solution focused. I have found it important to meet clients where they are and help them work toward where they want to be. I believe in transformation, which is why I am in this field. I made major life changes myself over thirty years ago with the help of therapy and support from my environment. It is work and it is not easy, but most of the time it is well worth the effort. The important thing to know is that we do not have to be alone with our problems.
I am working on a part-time basis but can usually respond within a couple of days to requests. My online schedule is posted. These sessions are 45 minutes, and the frequency of our visits will be determined by the progress you feel you are making in our sessions. I generally check messages everyday Monday through Thursday and respond as quickly as I can. I do appreciate your patience when it takes a bit longer at times, as I may be tending to other clients or professional/personal responsibilities. Please remember that BetterHelp is not appropriate if you are in crisis or in immediate need of support. In crisis situations, please call 911 or local emergency services. You can also call 1-800-273-TALK (8255) to talk to someone right away!
Working with others and seeing them make progress gives me great satisfaction. Having spent time on a sailboat I like the following metaphor: “You can’t change the winds, but you can adjust your sails”. I look forward to helping you achieve the quality of life you desire and deserve.
Additional areas of focus: Stress, Anxiety, LGBT, Family conflicts, Trauma and abuse, Intimacy-related issues, Eating disorders, Anger management, Career difficulties, Depression, Coaching, Compassion fatigue, Abandonment, Aging and geriatric issues, Attachment issues, Blended family issues, Body image, Cancer, Caregiver issues and stress, Co-morbidity, Codependency, Commitment issues, Communication problems, Control issues, Coping with natural or human-caused disaster, Divorce and separation, Domestic violence, Drug and alcohol addiction, Eating and food-related issues, Emptiness, Family of origin issues, Family problems, Forgiveness, Guilt and shame, HIV / AIDS, Impulsivity, Infidelity, Isolation / loneliness, Life purpose, Midlife crisis, Mood disorders, Multicultural concerns, Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD, Post-traumatic stress, Pregnancy and childbirth, Self-love, Sexual assault and abuse, 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), Motivational Interviewing, Psychodynamic Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy, Internal Family Systems
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Annie is a wonderful person and therapist. She loves to smile and a very positive person. She listens very well and takes notes about everything. Her message responses are well thought out and insightful. I am happy to have connected with someone to help guide me through my process.
Written on Dec 16, 2024 after therapy with Annie for 2 weeks on issues concerning relationship issues, and self esteem
Annie is amazing. So supportive and available to help
Written on Nov 06, 2024 after therapy with Annie for 5 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, and parenting issues
Words will fail me as I try to articulate how much Annie has helped. I will try to make this short so you will read. Iv read countless books, 12 step programs, tons of conventions.. with a road to be more grounded... and Annie, Listens... like LEGIT LISTENS!! ... and gives the best guidance without telling me what I should do..... this life is about constant growth, and speaking with her on a weekly bases is making the BIG seem doable!
Thank you Annie!!!
Written on Nov 03, 2024 after therapy with Annie for 2 weeks on issues concerning family conflicts, parenting issues, anger management, and coping with life changes
She reached out to me when I was second guessing myself.
Written on Jul 06, 2024 after therapy with Annie for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, career difficulties, bipolar disorder, coping with life changes, compassion fatigue, and adhd
Annie has been instrumental in helping deal with addiction, communication and stress management.
Written on May 11, 2024 after therapy with Annie for 2 weeks on issues concerning addictions, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, anger management, coaching, and adhd
Thank you Annie. You are supportive and I learn from you every time we have an interaction.
Written on Feb 18, 2024 after therapy with Annie for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, parenting issues, self esteem, coping with life changes, compassion fatigue, and adhd