Hi! I'm a LCSW based in Virginia. I have over 20 years of experience supporting individuals through emotional experiences using empathic approaches and personalized tools and techniques. My interests focus on how learning, memory, perception, cognition and motivation influence health behaviors and impact physical illness, injury, and disability. I aim to develop a strong relationship with clients, helping you feel safe and respected.
What can clients expect to take away from sessions with you?
It is very important to the outcome of your therapy that you feel comfortable and understood. Starting therapy can be hard and a lot of factors can influence your first few sessions. I suggest that you try 2-3 sessions to give us the opportunity to to click and sync up with each other. We will take time during these initial sessions to talk about your reasons for coming to therapy. You'll talk about what's been going on in your life that is painful, difficult, or at least not working as well as you'd like. You'll talk about things you want to change and any goals you might have.
Explain to clients what areas you feel are your biggest strengths.
I will always offer you my enthusiasm, hope, and skill. I am dedicated to following through with integrity and care in every session.
About Anne Shields
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Acceptance and commitment (ACT)
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) is a type of psychotherapy that helps people develop psychological flexibility and adapt to challenges by accepting their thoughts and feelings, and committing to actions that improve their lives. This can be a very helpful, supportive type of psychotherapy for individuals experiencing a new diagnosis, long term health concerns, and/or adjusting to a new role in your life.
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) is a type of psychotherapy that helps people manage mental and physical health problems by changing the way they think and behave. This is a structured, short term treatment focused reducing symptoms of anxiety and depression related to one's current problems.
Supportive
Supportive psychotherapy is a type of therapy that primarily focuses on providing emotional support, encouragement, and validation during difficult life circumstances or psychological challenges
Grief Therapy
Grief therapy, also known as grief counseling, is a type of psychotherapy that helps people cope with the emotional, physical, social, spiritual, and cognitive responses to loss. It can help people deal with a greater than normal reaction to a loss and anticipatory loss.