"You can't go back and change the beginning, but you can start where you are and change the ending." - C.S. Lewis

Introduction

Hi, I'm Annie. I'm a Licensed Social Worker who earned my Master of Social Work from Dominican University, and I've spent my career providing therapy to children, adolescents, adults, couples, families, and groups across a wide range of settings: inpatient hospitals, elementary through high schools, community mental health, and private practice. I provide therapy in both English and Spanish.

I work with clients ages 6 and up who are navigating anxiety, depression, anger, low self-esteem, family conflict, and other mental health challenges. Whether you're facing a difficult transition, relationship concerns, or the lasting effects of past experiences, my role is to help you make sense of what you're carrying, strengthen your coping skills, and create meaningful, lasting change.

My Approach

I am passionate about creating a supportive, inclusive, and affirming environment where clients feel safe, heard, and accepted. I understand that life brings unexpected challenges, difficult emotions, and experiences that can sometimes feel overwhelming. Whether you are struggling with anxiety, sadness, relationship concerns, or the lasting effects of past experiences, I work collaboratively with you to better understand your experiences, strengthen coping skills, and create meaningful, lasting change.

My therapeutic approach is relational, collaborative, and strengths-based. I believe that healing happens within a trusting therapeutic relationship built on warmth, authenticity, respect, and even humor. I strive to meet each client where they are while helping them discover new perspectives and practical tools for growth.

Drawing from a systemic perspective, I integrate evidence-based approaches including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Strengths-Based Therapy, tailoring treatment to each person's unique needs. My goal is to help clients build resilience, improve emotional well-being, strengthen relationships, and live lives that align with their values, feeling more grounded, confident, and connected to themselves and the people around them.

Annie ofrece terapia en inglés y español. Si te sientes más cómodo hablando en español, aquí eres bienvenido.