Ann Voorhees, LCSW

Ann Voorhees returned to direct clinical work after many years serving as a psychiatric and human services administrator, rekindling a long-standing commitment to hands-on psychotherapy. She completed her graduate degree in 1986 and began her clinical career assessing and treating children suspected of being sexually abused, later expanding that work to include adult survivors of abuse and adolescent sex offenders.

Over time her practice broadened to support adults and mature adults who experience anxiety and depression that interfere with daily life and work. She regularly addresses feelings of sadness, low self-worth, emotional and physical fatigue, and anger, and also works with a wide range of concerns including trauma, relationship and family difficulties, grief, addictions, parenting challenges, and coping with life changes.

Her counseling style is described as warm and interactive, grounded in respect, sensitivity, and compassion without resorting to stigmatizing labels. She integrates cognitive-behavioral, humanistic, psychodynamic, and rational-emotive approaches, tailoring conversations and treatment plans to each person’s particular needs and goals. Ann holds an LCSW, which is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, and she focuses on empowering people to take the courageous steps toward a more fulfilling and balanced life.

She welcomes the chance to support those ready to begin change and to work collaboratively toward practical, meaningful progress.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care

Ann integrates Client-Centered Therapy by creating a supportive, nonjudgmental space that centers the person's own goals and experiences; this approach helps with self-esteem, relationship concerns, and navigating life transitions. She also uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to help people identify and shift unhelpful thought patterns and behaviors, a method often applied for anxiety, depression, and stress-related difficulties. Additionally, Mindfulness Therapy is incorporated to cultivate present-moment awareness and self-regulation, which can be useful for managing emotional reactivity, fatigue, and ongoing stress.

Finding the right therapeutic approach is part of the process, and Ann works collaboratively with each person to determine which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences. She adapts techniques over time so therapy remains responsive and practical.

Online therapy with Ann is offered through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, providing flexible options that accommodate different schedules and comfort levels. These formats make it easier to access consistent care from licensed professionals without travel, supporting continuity of treatment for people managing busy lives, caregiving responsibilities, or relocation.