LCSW, 17 years of experience
Hi, I'm Anitalyn (like Anita and Lyn put together in one word). I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with more than 17 years experience helping people become the best version of themself. We all need help at one time or another, though I know asking for it can be really hard for some of us. I strive to be approachable, friendly, funny, and always non-judgmental. I look at the big picture, considering all the factors that are affecting you.
During our first session together my entire focus will be to try to understand you, big picture and small. I have an insatiable curiosity about others. Until I have a really clear picture of you and your situation in my head, we can't move forward. But if you aren't even sure what your situation is, that's okay, I'm really good at helping you figure that out! And there may be a Poodle.
I am very down to earth, and positive and optimistic. I value people. I can see the big picture better than most, and I always focus on the whole person. After all, everything we encounter in life affects us, how can we not look at it all? I like unconventional approaches, such as, perhaps we will pull a Tarot card or two for you, to prompt a discussion.
I focus on adults who are struggling with life challenges and help them overcome obstacles and feel in control again. I also specialize in alternative lifestyle communities such as polyamory, kink, and swinging, and I am a strong ally to the LGBTQIA+ community. I specialize in grief and loss, including pet loss. And I help survivors of emotionally unavailable parents (and other loved ones) to start to rid themselves of that legacy.
Humanistic Theory has been my go-to since I learned about it in graduate school. Everybody wants to feel seen and heard, valued, and loved.
Learning how our upbringing affects us today, for the better and the worse, is so helpful!
My down-to-earth and direct approach lends itself well to reality therapy, helping people understand and face the reality of their current situation.
To me, person-centered and humanistic theory are two sides of the same coin. Both focus on honoring the person you are.
Looking at our attachment styles and how they relate to our current selves is fascinating and eye opening.
4 ratings with written reviews
April 29, 2025
I was brought to her after reading her bio. She is very experienced in what she does. She has shown how important my mental health is by encouraging me to reach out to the correct avenues and not to be afraid. That I have valid reasons to need the help I am getting.
April 24, 2025
Always truly listens and helps me feel understood. Supports my goals regarding growth and learning. Helps me navigate thoughts and feelings in an intelligent and calming way.
April 7, 2025
Anitalyn conducts therapy sessions with an individualized approach. She really wants to understand her client in order to support and improve their day to day life. I highly recommend Anitalyn because she truly cares to make clients feel safe, heard, and understood.