Ann Stancil, LCSW

Ann Stancil introduces herself as a dedicated mental health professional who aims to support people in achieving better emotional wellbeing. She graduated from Indiana University Northwest in 2009 and went on to practice at a behavioral health center for 16 years, gaining experience across the lifespan from pediatric to geriatric populations. Ann has worked with individuals facing mood disorders such as bipolar disorder, depression, and anxiety, as well as personality-related concerns including borderline personality disorder. She also supports trauma survivors and those navigating grief and loss, along with a wide range of life situations that can derail personal goals and aspirations.

Ann describes her approach as nonjudgmental, open minded, and unbiased. She makes a point that race, ethnicity, age, gender, sexuality, religion, and political affiliation should not impede access to effective mental health care. Ann holds an LCSW, which stands for Licensed Clinical Social Worker, indicating formal training and clinical experience in social work and mental health treatment. She views therapy as a collaborative process and accepts responsibility as a clinical therapist to work with clients toward the best possible outcomes.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Support

Ann uses client-centered therapy to create a respectful and empathic space where the person's own goals guide the work. This approach emphasizes active listening and collaboration and often helps with self-esteem, relationship concerns, and navigating life transitions.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, focuses on identifying patterns of thought and behavior that contribute to distress and developing practical skills to change them. It is commonly used for anxiety, depression, and stress management because it offers structured techniques to reduce symptoms and improve daily functioning.

Dialectical Behavior Therapy, or DBT, teaches emotion regulation, distress tolerance, interpersonal effectiveness, and mindfulness skills. DBT can be particularly helpful for people struggling with intense emotions, impulsivity, and relationship difficulties.

Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Ann collaborates with each person to determine which methods best fit their needs, goals, and preferences, and she adapts the plan as progress is made. Licensed professionals often combine techniques from different approaches to tailor treatment.

Online therapy offers practical flexibility - sessions can take place by video calls, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging - making it easier to fit care into busy schedules, manage transportation challenges, or maintain continuity during life changes. This range of options helps people access consistent support in ways that suit their routines and comfort levels.