Anna Ellis
Hi, I’m Anna, a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) in Indiana. Reaching out for support can feel overwhelming, and taking that first step is often one of the hardest parts. Finding a counselor who feels safe, supportive, and easy to connect with is an important part of the process. I have over six years of experience working with adult individuals facing a wide range of life's challenges, with a specialized focus on navigating complex relationship concerns and gently supporting men experiencing erectile dysfunction (ED). Whether you are struggling to build healthy connections, working through communication breakdowns, or carrying the deeply personal, often isolating stress that accompanies sexual health challenges, please know you do not have to carry it alone. Issues like ED come with unique pressures and emotional weights, and I strive to create a warm, judgment-free space where you feel truly heard, understood, and accepted. Sometimes, simply having a compassionate partner alongside you—someone who listens with an open heart, offers encouragement, and helps you build healthy coping skills—can make all the difference. I would be honored to walk with you on this journey toward healing, stronger connections, and greater emotional well-being.
Collaborative & Affirming Individual Therapy for Adult Men: Navigating Intimacy, Relationships, and Personal Growth
First session
In our first session, our primary focus will be on building comfort and establishing a genuine connection. We’ll take things entirely at your pace, treating this time more like an open, relaxed conversation than a rigid clinical evaluation. Together, we will gently explore what has brought you to therapy, what your current life looks like, and what you hope to achieve. There is no pressure to share everything right away; this is simply a safe, judgment-free space for us to collaborate, understand your goals, and decide how we can best walk forward together.
Strengths
My role is to walk alongside you—to listen with care, offer support, and gently guide you toward new perspectives when it feels helpful. I believe growth happens in both insight and action, so we’ll also work on building practical skills that support you in your everyday life. If it feels right for you, I can share resources, tools, or worksheets to help you continue that growth between sessions, always at a pace that feels comfortable and manageable. I would be honored to walk with you on this journey toward healing, stronger connections, and greater emotional well-being.
Ideal clients
I primarily work with adult helical males navigating a variety of life challenges, emotional concerns, and intimacy struggles. My practice is an inclusive, compassionate, and deeply affirming space where individuals from all walks of life feel respected, supported, and encouraged. I work in active alliance with those in the LGBTQIA+ community, those who are straight, and individuals navigating ethical non-monogamy and polyamorous relationships. No matter your background or relationship structure, therapy is tailored to meet you where you are emotionally and relationally, creating a safe environment to express yourself openly and build resilience.
Treatment methods
Eclectic
My approach to treatment is individualized, collaborative, and tailored to each person’s unique needs and goals. I draw from a variety of evidence-based approaches to provide support that is both practical and meaningful. Some of the techniques and interventions I incorporate include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), mindfulness practices, life skills development, emotional regulation strategies, and self-esteem building. I am committed to ongoing professional growth and continuing education so I can provide current, effective, and compassionate care. I believe healing and personal growth involve the whole person—emotional, mental, and physical well-being—and that lasting change happens when these areas are supported in a balanced and healthy way.
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Virtual sessions
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- IndianaLicense 39004969A