- Stress and anxiety
- Trauma and abuse
- Self esteem
About Ann
Ann Gould is an LPC - Licensed Professional Counselor in Alabama with 13 years of practice. She helps people manage stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, low self-esteem, depression, and life transitions. Ann meets adults and older adolescents and focuses on practical ways to move forward.
She sees clients as the experts in their own lives and starts by listening to each person’s story. Sessions aim to identify strengths and build on them. Conversations are direct and focused on what a person wants to change or handle differently.
Ann draws on evidence-based therapeutic techniques to address the problems people bring. That can include learning ways to reduce worry, processing difficult events, and practicing skills for coping with change. She uses straightforward explanations so clients understand what each approach does.
Her background includes a range of work with issues tied to family shifts and stressful roles. Examples include separation and divorce, blended family strain, caregiver stress, fatherhood questions, and first responder stress. She also has experience supporting people dealing with illness, abandonment, codependency, and communication struggles.
Sessions focus on doable steps and clear goals. Ann helps people notice patterns, try different behaviors, and track progress between meetings. If you want to explore whether she might be a fit, follow the site process to complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule a first session.
Approaches that guide online sessions
Ann uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques to shape online work. One approach focuses on learning concrete skills for managing anxiety and stress, such as breathing strategies, grounding exercises, and stepwise exposure to feared situations. This helps people reduce worry and regain control over daily routines.Another common strand involves processing traumatic or distressing events in a structured way so memories feel less overwhelming and reactions become more manageable. That approach is useful for people dealing with abuse, disaster response, or other traumatic experiences.
Finding the right approach is part of the process. The therapist will discuss options with each person and decide together which techniques fit their goals, preferences, and the problems they want to address. This is a collaborative conversation rather than a fixed prescription.
Confirm current session formats before booking, since format details are not listed here. In general, online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy schedule, allow brief check-ins without travel, and reduce time spent commuting. Some formats also let people have a session when they prefer not to be on camera or need a shorter appointment during a work break. Ask about specific session options when you complete the matching questionnaire.
Areas of expertise
Additional focus areas
Experience
13+ years
Listed in
Alabama
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
Can she help with feeling lost after university?
Yes. She works with coping with life changes and can help people navigate uncertainty after major transitions like finishing school.
What kind of therapy style does she use?
She uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques and practical, skills-focused conversations. The emphasis is on clear strategies for reducing symptoms and managing stress.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has 13 years of professional experience working with stress, anxiety, trauma, depression, and related concerns.
What are her credentials and where is she based?
She is an LPC - Licensed Professional Counselor - licensed in Alabama and practices there.
Does she offer sessions in other languages?
Sessions are offered in English only.
Can I work with her from another country?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
How are sessions scheduled and paid for?
Costs vary with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What do I do to begin?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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