Works with
How Ann works
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Practical facts
- Credentials
- LICSW
- Licensed in
- District of Columbia
- Years in practice
- 10
- Languages
- English
- Session format
- Online, through our partner platform
About Ann
Ann Chauvin is a licensed clinical social worker with ten years of experience in the District of Columbia. She helps people who are managing stress, anxiety, depression, addiction concerns, and grief. Ann focuses on creating a calm space where people can speak openly about hard feelings without judgment.
She listens for the patterns that keep problems repeating and works with each person to set clear, achievable goals. Sessions tend to be practical and down to earth, with steps people can try between meetings.
Background and approach
Ann supports people who are navigating relationship strain, questions about identity including LGBT concerns, bipolar mood swings, and anger that feels hard to control. Her style is collaborative and steady. She encourages clients to notice small changes and build on them.
When someone is coping with life transitions or compassion fatigue, Ann helps them find routines and boundaries that reduce overwhelm. Ann also uses coaching-style conversations when helpful, focusing on skills and problem-solving alongside emotional work. People explore coping tools for anxiety, relapse prevention strategies for addictions, and ways to manage intense emotions like anger.
She emphasizes realistic plans that fit everyday life. Finding the right match is part of the work. Ann guides people through options and adjusts the approach based on what is working.
Sessions are offered through video, phone, live chat, and text messaging to fit different needs and schedules.
What Ann works with
Everything Ann lists, in the therapist's own terms. Anger is the reason this directory exists; the rest tells you what usually sits alongside it in Ann's practice.
How evidence-based techniques translate to online care
Ann integrates evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on symptom reduction and practical skills. One common approach emphasizes behavioral strategies and coping skills to manage anxiety and stress; it teaches step-by-step actions people can practice between sessions to reduce worry and reactivity. Another approach centers on emotion regulation and problem-solving for intense feelings like anger and grief; this helps people name emotions, slow down reactions, and try different responses in challenging moments.Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will work with each person to identify goals, try techniques, and adjust methods based on what helps most. Clients are invited to give feedback so sessions stay aligned with their needs and preferences.
Online formats make it easier to fit therapy into busy lives. Video calls let people work face to face when visual cues matter. Phone sessions can be a lower-bandwidth option or a quicker check-in. Live chat and text messaging are useful for shorter, ongoing support and for people who prefer writing. These options provide flexibility so therapy can continue around work, family, or other obligations.
Questions people ask about Ann
What concerns does she help with?
She helps people address stress, anxiety, depression, addictions, grief, anger, self-esteem, bipolar symptoms, relationship strain, trauma and abuse, LGBT concerns, coping with life changes, coaching needs, and compassion fatigue.
What is her therapeutic style?
Her approach is collaborative and practical. She combines listening with goal-setting and skill practice to help people make steady changes.
How much experience does she have?
She has ten years of professional work experience providing clinical support in the District of Columbia.
What credentials and location are listed?
She holds a DC LICSW, which stands for Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker, and practices in the District of Columbia.
Which languages are offered and are international clients accepted?
Sessions are offered in English. International clients are not currently accepted.
What session formats are available?
Available formats include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to match different preferences and schedules.
How does cost work for sessions?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability. Sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and then scheduling according to therapist availability.