- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- Mindfulness practices
About Ann
Ann Sumpter is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in West Virginia with seven years of clinical experience. She works with people facing stress, anxiety, depression, eating concerns, LGBT issues, career struggles, and life transitions. Ann also addresses ADHD, grief, addiction, anger, self-esteem, and related concerns.
Her approach centers on Client-Centered Therapy combined with practical strategies. Sessions focus on clear goals, honest conversation, and skills that can be used between meetings. She uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy techniques to identify unhelpful thinking patterns and Mindfulness practices to reduce reactivity and improve focus.
Ann often brings Motivational Interviewing and Solution-Focused techniques into sessions when clients want concrete change. That can mean short-term goal setting, identifying small steps, and tracking progress. She helps people weigh options, build motivation, and try different strategies to see what works.
In the room she keeps interactions direct and goal-oriented. People meet to talk through what’s bothering them, try out new ways of responding, and practice skills to manage symptoms. Conversations can move from insight to action in the same session.
Her background includes work across a range of concerns such as family-related stress, body image, communication problems, and attachment issues. Ann supports people making transitions like starting new jobs, navigating relationships, or handling setbacks. She accepts international clients and provides services in English.
How her approaches translate to online sessions
Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening and understanding what matters most to the client. Online sessions using this approach mean conversations that prioritize the client's perspective, with the therapist responding to what the client brings up and helping clarify next steps.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is about spotting unhelpful thoughts and testing them against real-life experience. In an online session this can involve working through examples, assigning practice tasks between meetings, and reviewing progress together to reduce anxiety or shift behavior.
Mindfulness Therapy teaches simple attention and breathing practices to reduce reactivity and improve focus. These techniques can be introduced, practiced, and reviewed in virtual visits, and then used during daily routines to manage stress and mood.
Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. The therapist will work collaboratively with each person to decide which methods fit their goals, preferences, and current needs. That may mean trying different techniques for a few sessions and adjusting based on what helps.
Session formats are not listed in the biography, so confirm available options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy life - for example it can cut down on travel time, permit shorter check-ins around work or study, and let people join from different locations. Talk with the therapist about what will fit your schedule and needs.
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Experience
7+ years
Listed in
West Virginia
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does she help with?
She works with stress, anxiety, depression, eating concerns, LGBT-related issues, career difficulties, ADHD, grief, addiction, anger, and self-esteem challenges.
What is her general therapy style?
Her style is client-centered and practical, focusing on clear goals, direct conversation, and strategies you can use between sessions.
How much experience does she have?
She holds seven years of professional experience as a Licensed Professional Counselor.
Where is she licensed and based?
She is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in West Virginia and practices from that state.
Can I work with her if I live outside the U.S.?
She accepts international clients and offers sessions in English.
What session formats are available?
Please confirm current session options before booking, as the biography does not list specific formats.
How much do sessions cost?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I get started?
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