Anna Stoehr
Feeling stuck in the same patterns even though you know better? Maybe you’re overthinking, navigating relationship struggles, recovering from betrayal, or simply exhausted from holding everything together. Therapy with me is real, collaborative, and judgment-free. Bring what’s on your mind, and we’ll figure out what to do with it together. I believe therapy should feel like a genuine conversation, not like an interrogation or a checklist. Sometimes you need someone to help you connect the dots, recognize patterns, or look at something from a different perspective. Sometimes you just need a place to talk things through and hear your own thoughts out loud. I’m comfortable being a sounding board, sitting with the hard stuff, or getting a little more direct when that’s what the moment calls for.
I show up as a real person who can sit with the heavy stuff, ask thoughtful questions, and have honest conversations about what is actually going on in your life.
First session
The first session is a chance for us to get to know each other and begin understanding what has brought you to therapy. We will talk about what has been going on in your life, what you are hoping to get out of therapy, and any concerns or questions you may have about the process. I will ask questions about your background, current stressors, and past experiences so I can get a clearer picture of what you have been dealing with. There is no pressure to share everything all at once. We can move at a pace that feels comfortable for you.
Strengths
One of my biggest strengths as a therapist is creating a space where people can actually be real. You don’t have to present the polished version of yourself or have everything neatly figured out before you walk through the door. I tend to work especially well with people who spend a lot of time in their own heads. Maybe you replay conversations, overanalyze decisions, question yourself, or understand your patterns intellectually but still find yourself getting stuck in the same places. Sometimes we’ll slow those moments down and connect the dots between what happened, how you responded, and what you believe about yourself. Other times, you may just need to talk through something that's been bothering you while I listen and help you sort out what you're thinking and feeling. I’ll ask questions when I think they’ll help, offer perspective when you want it, and challenge you when I think there’s something worth looking at differently. I’m also perfectly comfortable giving you space to talk and process without feeling like I have to fill every silence. I believe meaningful therapy happens when you feel comfortable enough to be honest, curious enough to look at yourself, and supported enough to try something different.
Ideal clients
I tend to work well with people who are thoughtful, self-aware, and willing to engage in the process. You might already know exactly what you want to talk about when you walk into a session, or you might need a little help figuring out where to start. Either is okay. What matters to me is that there is something you want to explore, process, understand, or work through. I’m happy to be a sounding board. I’m happy to help you connect the dots. I’m happy to go deeper when you're ready.
Treatment methods
EMDR
EMDR is one of the approaches I use to help people work through experiences that still feel emotionally “stuck.” Many people come to therapy knowing something from the past is still affecting them, whether it is trauma, difficult relationships, or stressful life events, but talking about it alone has not fully helped it resolve.
Humanistic
Humanistic therapy is grounded in the belief that people already have the capacity for growth, insight, and change when they are given the right kind of support. In my work, this approach means creating a space where clients feel genuinely heard, respected, and accepted without judgment. My role is not to tell someone who they should be, but to walk alongside them as they develop greater self-awareness, confidence, and clarity. When people feel safe enough to be fully honest about their thoughts and feelings, meaningful change tends to follow.
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is one of the approaches I use to help clients understand how their thoughts, emotions, and behaviors influence each other. Often, people come to therapy feeling stuck in certain patterns, like constant worrying, harsh self-criticism, or reacting in ways they later wish they hadn’t. I tend to use CBT in a flexible, collaborative way. We focus on understanding patterns, building practical coping skills, and creating changes that feel realistic and sustainable for the client’s life.
Location
Virtual sessions