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Dr. Anna Ruggirello

LPC, LCPC

Dr. Anna Ruggirello, LPC, LCPC

Therapist in Pennsylvania

Anna is a LPC, LCPC therapist in Pennsylvania.

  • 16+ years of experience
  • Focus areas include Stress, Anxiety, Relationship issues
  • Approaches include Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
● Accepting new clients
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About Anna

Dr. Anna Ruggirello is a licensed counselor with sixteen years of clinical experience who focuses on helping people navigate stress, anxiety, grief, relationship challenges, depression, trauma, and life transitions. She practices with a warm, compassionate presence and emphasizes respect and attentive care, offering encouragement to clients who are facing difficult chapters or seeking skills to manage emotions and strengthen relationships.

She holds credentials as an LPC and an LCPC - Licensed Professional Counselor and Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor - which reflect formal training and state licensure in clinical counseling. Her work blends practical skill-building with supportive talk therapy, teaching mindfulness techniques, coping strategies, and problem-focused tools to foster confidence and a greater sense of calm. She also supports issues such as sleep difficulties, anger, self-esteem, career concerns, compassion fatigue, ADHD, and caregiving stress, as well as attachment and family-related challenges including adoption and foster care concerns.

Dr. Ruggirello offers services through messaging, live chat, phone, and video, and accepts international clients. She aims to tailor sessions to each person’s needs while creating a respectful therapeutic environment. Clients should note that she does not provide diagnostic paperwork or documentation for insurance reimbursement, doctors, attorneys, or agencies; those needs should be arranged through other providers.

Approaches and Online Support for Personal Change

Dr. Anna Ruggirello uses client-centered therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), and dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) in her online practice. Client-centered therapy focuses on building a trusting, empathetic relationship so clients feel heard and supported while exploring goals and meaning in their lives. Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) helps identify and change thinking patterns and behaviors that contribute to anxiety, depression, and stress by teaching practical skills and homework-based strategies. Dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) offers emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness skills that are especially useful for managing intense emotions and improving relationships.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Dr. Ruggirello collaborates with each client to determine which methods best match their needs, goals, and preferences. She combines evidence-based techniques with a supportive stance so clients can try different strategies and adjust the plan as progress unfolds.

Online therapy options include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, which make scheduling more flexible and allow work to continue across locations and daily routines. These formats can increase access to consistent sessions and make it easier to practice skills between appointments with guidance from a licensed professional.

Frequently asked questions

How much experience does Dr. Anna Ruggirello have?

Dr. Anna Ruggirello has 16 years of experience.

Is Dr. Anna Ruggirello a licensed therapist?

Yes. She holds the credentials LPC and LCPC. License details are PA LPC PC009097 and ME LCPC CC6596.

In which languages does Dr. Anna Ruggirello provide therapy?

Dr. Anna Ruggirello provides therapy in English.

Where is Dr. Anna Ruggirello located?

Dr. Anna Ruggirello is located in Pennsylvania.

How can I work with Dr. Anna Ruggirello as my therapist?

You can work with Dr. Anna Ruggirello through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Dr. Anna Ruggirello work with international clients?

Yes, Dr. Anna Ruggirello works with international clients.

How much does therapy with Dr. Anna Ruggirello cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, just click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Just click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesFamily conflictsGriefDepression

Also works with

Experience

16+ years

Credentials

Pennsylvania, Maine

Languages

English

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