- Stress and anxiety
- Parenting and family
- CBT and trauma work
About Ann
Ann Woodford is an Ohio licensed independent social worker (LISW) with 20 years of clinical experience. She works with adults facing stress, anxiety, depression, relationship strain, parenting pressures, career questions, trauma and related concerns. Ann also addresses grief, anger, self-esteem, ADHD, and challenges that come with life transitions.
She frames work as practical and collaborative. Sessions focus on clear goals, skills you can use between meetings, and talking through patterns that get in the way. Ann uses techniques drawn from cognitive behavioral approaches and trauma-focused work to help people recognize unhelpful thoughts and try new ways of responding.
Her background includes long-term practice with family and parenting concerns, blended family dynamics, adoption and foster care issues, and caregiver stress. She also has experience with abandonment, attachment questions, fertility and aging-related worries. That breadth shapes how she approaches problems that touch different parts of life at once.
Ann blends evidence-informed methods with relationship-focused work like the Gottman Method to address communication and commitment issues. She often pairs skill-building with exploration of past experiences that influence current reactions. Sessions tend to be straightforward, with concrete steps and a focus on what can change now.
People who choose her typically want practical strategies and clear conversation about next steps. To begin, readers should confirm current session options and scheduling details before booking a first appointment.
How her approaches translate to online work
Ann uses cognitive behavioral methods to help people identify and change unhelpful thoughts and behaviors; this often includes homework, practical exercises, and short skill practice between sessions. The Gottman Method focuses on communication skills and managing conflict in relationships, with concrete tools for improving how people talk and reconnect. Trauma-focused therapy addresses the impact of past traumatic events through stabilizing skills and processing techniques that aim to reduce distress tied to memories.Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. She will discuss goals, try methods that fit your needs, and adjust over time based on what helps. Clients and the therapist work together to pick techniques that match current problems and preferences rather than sticking to a single method.
Confirm the exact session formats before you book, as the profile does not list specific delivery methods. Online sessions can make it easier to fit appointments into study or work schedules, shorten travel time, allow brief check-ins on busy days, and remove the need for camera use when that feels better. Talk with her during the intake about scheduling, how sessions will run, and which practical arrangements will work best for everyday life.
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Therapeutic approaches
Experience
20+ years
Listed in
Ohio
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does she help with?
She works with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship and parenting issues, trauma and grief, plus career and life transition concerns.
How would she approach therapy with me?
Ann uses practical, goal-focused work that includes cognitive behavioral ideas and trauma-focused techniques, alongside relationship-focused tools to improve communication.
How much experience does she have?
She has 20 years of professional experience working with adults on a range of mental health and family-related concerns.
What are her credentials and where is she based?
She is an Ohio LISW, which stands for Licensed Independent Social Worker, and she practices in Ohio.
Can someone who lives outside the United States work with her?
International clients are not accepted at this time; sessions are conducted in English for clients within the supported region.
What session formats are offered?
Confirm current session format options before booking, as the profile does not list specific formats.
How much do sessions cost?
Cost varies with location; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule your first session.
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