- Mindfulness skills
- CBT strategies
- Grief counseling
About Anna
Dr. Anna Ruggirello is a licensed professional counselor (LPC) and a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) with 16 years of experience in Pennsylvania. She works with people facing stress, anxiety, depression, grief, relationship and family problems, trauma and abuse, sleep troubles, anger, low self-esteem, career issues, ADHD, and other life changes.
Anna takes a straightforward, person-focused approach. She listens first, then helps clients identify practical next steps. Sessions commonly include learning mindfulness skills, cognitive-behavioral strategies, and problem-solving to manage day-to-day symptoms. She also uses elements of dialectical behavior therapy and the Gottman Method when relationship issues are central.
Her background includes work across several settings, which informs a flexible style for different concerns. She also has training in grief counseling and supports people through loss and bereavement. Anna notes she does not provide documentation for insurance reimbursement or medico-legal paperwork, so clients who need that should arrange those services elsewhere.
In sessions she focuses on helping people move toward clearer decisions and steadier routines. That might mean learning techniques to sleep better, practicing communication skills, or building tools to manage anxiety and anger. She frames therapy as an active process with practical exercises between meetings.
People looking for help with early-adult challenges such as career starts, relationship strain, or feeling adrift after big life changes may find her approach relevant. Sessions are conducted in English, and she accepts international clients; confirm the current session options when you schedule.
How her approaches translate to online sessions
Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening and building a respectful working relationship. In practice this means the therapist helps people talk through what matters most to them and supports them in making practical choices. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, looks at how thoughts and actions affect mood and behavior. CBT sessions often include short exercises and homework to change patterns that keep problems going. Dialectical Behavior Therapy, DBT, teaches concrete skills for managing strong emotions and improving relationships, using breathing, grounding, and communication techniques.Finding the right mix of approaches is part of the work. The therapist will collaborate with the client to decide which methods fit their goals and preferences. That conversation usually happens in early sessions and can be adjusted as things change.
The biography lists messaging, live chat, phone, and video as offered services. Confirm current session formats before booking so you know what to expect. Online sessions can make it easier to fit meetings into a busy schedule, reduce travel time, and allow for shorter check-ins when needed. People often find it simpler to practice CBT exercises between sessions or use DBT skills in real time when therapy fits into daily life.
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Experience
16+ years
Listed in
Pennsylvania, Maine
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does she help with?
She works with stress, anxiety, depression, grief, relationship and family problems, trauma and abuse, sleep issues, anger, self-esteem, career concerns, ADHD, and other life changes.
What is her therapeutic style like?
She takes a person-focused, practical approach that emphasizes listening, skill teaching, and steps to manage daily symptoms such as anxiety, sleep trouble, or relationship conflict.
How long has she been practicing?
She has 16 years of clinical experience working in a variety of settings, including grief counseling and other outpatient services.
What are her credentials and where is she based?
She holds LPC and LCPC credentials and practices in Pennsylvania. Specific license details are PA LPC and ME LCPC.
Can I work with her if I live outside the United States?
Yes. She accepts international clients. Sessions are offered in English.
What session formats does she offer?
The original biography lists messaging, live chat, phone, and video as services offered. Confirm the current session options before booking.
How much do sessions cost?
Cost varies with location. Sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin if I want to work with her?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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