Annie Bennett, LISW

Annie Bennett is an Ohio licensed clinical social worker and supervisor who brings 25 years of professional experience to her practice. She holds the LISW credential - Licensed Independent Social Worker - and earned a master’s degree from the University of KY, followed by two years of conjoint marital and family therapy training. Early in her career she taught in the social work graduate department at the University of KY, and much of her clinical work has focused on addiction treatment, primarily supporting women and addressing related mental and emotional health, partner, and family concerns.

For a decade she worked in a long-term residential alcohol and other drug treatment program that allowed women to bring children 12 years and younger, gaining experience with parenting, family dynamics, and recovery in a residential setting. Her therapeutic approach blends cognitive behavioral techniques with humanistic, client-centered principles and solution-focused strategies, emphasizing practical skills, self-awareness, and meaningful change. She believes in meeting clients where they are and supporting the transformation many seek through therapy, informed by changes she made in her own life decades ago with the help of therapy and community support.

Annie practices part time and typically responds to inquiries within a couple of days; her online schedule is posted for easy viewing. Sessions are 45 minutes, with frequency guided by client progress. She usually checks messages Monday through Thursday and asks for patience when responses take a bit longer due to other professional or personal responsibilities. In situations of immediate danger or crisis she advises contacting local emergency services or calling 911, or calling 1-800-273-TALK (8255) to speak with someone right away.

Evidence-Informed Approaches for Online Care

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thoughts and behaviors. It is practical and skills-based, often useful for anxiety, depression, stress, and patterns that contribute to addiction or relationship difficulties.

Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes respect, empathy, and collaboration, creating a supportive environment where clients set the pace and goals. This approach helps with self-esteem, life transitions, grief, and relational concerns by strengthening personal insight and agency.

Attachment-Based Therapy explores patterns formed in close relationships and how they affect current intimacy, communication, and trust. It can be especially helpful for clients working through abandonment, attachment issues, or complex family dynamics.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Annie will collaborate with each person to determine which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting strategies as progress unfolds.

Online therapy offers flexible ways to engage through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, making it easier to fit care into a busy life or to access therapists from different locations. These options support consistent connection, practical skill-building, and ongoing communication with licensed professionals, while offering convenience and accessibility for a range of concerns.