LPC, 20 years of experience
Growth and change are possible with a caring and supportive therapist. If you are thinking about beginning therapy, you are probably experiencing challenges, uneasiness, or uncertainties in one or more areas of your life. As a Licensed Professional Counselor with over twenty years' experience, I have worked with adolescents and adults to overcome many types of obstacles, achieve their goals, and live happier lives. I work together with clients to develop skills and resolve a variety of issues including stress, anxiety, depression addiction, trauma, and grief. I completed a PhD in Counseling at Georgia State University in Atlanta and specialize in helping adults and adolescents lead more fulfilling and productive lives. I employ a variety of therapies and combine engaged and understanding listening along with education and skills development to assist people in taking successful steps toward meeting their goals. I believe all areas of our lives are connected, and mental health is an area which impacts all aspects of life. If you are experiencing difficulty with troubling behaviors, relationships, or conflict, I would like to support you in growth, restoration, and reaching your full potential. Seeking help can be difficult, but a more rewarding life is possible. Remember change is always happening. Take the first step and let's talk!
In our first session we will briefly get to know each other. We will also explore the challenging situations you are currently facing in your life. This will help us to work together in developing a plan to meet your goals.
I believe all individuals are worthy of dignity and respect. I work with all individuals and understand each situation is unique. I work in a non-judgmental way to help you see your values, strengths and abilities to have a rewarding life.
I love counseling. I want to work with people seeking positive changes in their lives. People see me when they wish to have a more enjoyable and productive lives. They may want to have improved relationships or understand themselves better, but feel baffled, stuck, be unable to see challenges from a different perspective, or make positive changes. Clients who see me may simply wish to feel better but are uncertain about where their negative emotions come from or how to change them. I enjoy working together with individuals to meet challenges and changes.
I primarily use CBT to assist clients in understanding the thoughts behind their feelings and behaviors in relation to solving problems. This type of therapy can help individuals understand the relationships between beliefs, emotions and behaviors that follow. Changing unwanted thoughts, feelings, and behaviors requires an integrative approach to therapy. This form of therapy can be effective in helping with a wide range of issues.
Each individual is unique and utilizing a variety of techniques can help to tailor treatment to specific needs. In addition to CBT, I also employ skills from Dialectical Behavior Therapy (BDT). DBT is helpful in teaching people how to live in the present moment, cope with stress in healthy ways, better regulate their emotions, and have better relationships.
Motivational Interviewing is effective in assisting individuals in identifying the reasons a change is wanted, making a commitment to change, and developing a plan to make changes. Together we will explore feelings and motivations to make changes and discuss ways to do so.
Taking a mindfulness-based approach allows clients to focus on the present moment in a non-judgmental way. These techniques can be helpful in reducing stress and increasing openness in relation to difficult situations. This form of treatment is also effective when coupled with an overall wellness-based approach, allowing an individual to see all aspects of their lives and how challenges effect each area.
18 ratings with written reviews
June 20, 2025
I'm getting comfortable with Anne, I feel as if when we have session I'm not taking to a therapist, but instead a longtime friend. I still home back some things but only because I have some trust issues with therapy. But I'm sure I'll get there one day to open up about more of the things I really want to share. Thank you Anne Cushing for nice sessions.
May 21, 2025
Anne is a wonderful therapist that listens and is open minded. Conversations are easy, and her advice and information has been very helpful for me so far.
May 6, 2025
Anne always provides solutions and real-life scenarios that I can incorporate into my day-to-day life. These lead to long-lasting results, and it's empowering to know I can start small to reach big accomplishments.