Originally from South Carolina, I joined the US Navy in order to be able to afford to go to college. I have travelled around the world and the United States extensively which I feel has lead me to be more open to the experiences of the people I work with. I completed my Master's in Clinical Psychology in 2007 and have been practicing full time since then
Hi! My name is Anna (She/Her). My approach to therapy is client centered: clients are the experts on their lives and determine the direction and depth of therapy. I draw on multiple treatment modalities to guide clients in identifying strengths and developing treatment plans that accomplish their goals. Through Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) and/or Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), I support clients through developing skills: mindfulness, distress tolerance, interpersonal effectiveness, and emotion regulation with the goal of moving clients towards a life involving the capacity for experiencing joy and freedom.
In addition to the work above, I am also a licensed addictions therapist. I utilize evidenced treatments such as DBT, Seeking Safety, etc to help the client explore the beliefs that have lead to the use of substances in order to deal with the struggles they find themselves facing.
SPECIALTIES
Trauma
Substance Abuse
Emotional Dysregulation
Also experienced in:
Addictions , LGBT , Anger management , Bipolar disorder , ADHD
Years of Experience: 14
Additional areas of focus: Stress, Anxiety, LGBT, Relationship issues, Family conflicts, Grief, Sleeping disorders, Parenting issues, Self esteem, Coping with life changes, Compassion fatigue, ADHD, Co-morbidity, Codependency, Drug and alcohol addiction, Mood disorders, Phobias, Self-harm, Sexual assault and abuse, Women's issues
Clinical approaches: Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Motivational Interviewing, Trauma-Focused Therapy
SC LPC 5180
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Anna has been a great asset for me. She listens and understands my concerns. She’s helped me identify behaviors that contribute to my situations and work to correct them. I would highly recommend her. She’s a super therapist!
Written on Dec 01, 2023 after therapy with Anna for 9 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, self esteem, and coping with life changes
I have been working with Anna for quite a few months now. She has been able to adapt her approach to what is needed at the time, using different modalities.
I feel completely at ease in her company and can absolutely trust her with anything without fearing she will judge me.
I am in control of what happens in our sessions, which makes it a very safe space.
Written on Sep 16, 2023 after therapy with Anna for 1 year and 3 months on issues concerning trauma and abuse
Anna has been lovely to work with so far. I can tell she truly listens because she remembers details from session to session. She’s also hilarious and brings a sense of humor that lightens up heavy conversations! She brings a lot of joy to my day and I thoroughly enjoy having her as a therapist!
Written on Aug 29, 2023 after therapy with Anna for 3 months on issues concerning depression, addictions, family conflicts, and trauma and abuse
Anna was so helpful for me in a time of need. I value her expertise and guidance. I feel she listens well and really tries to help where you need it most. So easy to talk to, schedule sessions, and follow ups. I highly recommend, she’s amazing!
Written on Aug 11, 2023 after therapy with Anna for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, anger management, and coping with life changes
Super awesome!
Written on Dec 26, 2022 after therapy with Anna for 6 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, parenting issues, and self esteem
Anna is relatable compassionate and kind. She truly cares about her patients.. I think of her more as a friend who is a good listener and ask good questions to help me find the answers than as a therapist. I am very comfortable talking with her and her feedback and exercises give me tools to help me with life.
Written on Nov 01, 2022 after therapy with Anna for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, grief, intimacy-related issues, parenting issues, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and coaching