- Depression
- Anxiety
- Addictions
About Annie
Annie (Anne) Cummings is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) practicing in Florida with 25 years of experience. She has worked with people facing depression, anxiety, stress, grief, substance use, parenting concerns, and issues connected to family of origin patterns. She also has substantial experience supporting older adults and caregiver stress.
Anne trained at Fordham University in New York City where she earned her Master of Social Work degree. Early in her career she worked on a dual diagnoses unit at New York Hospital-Cornell Medical Center and at Bedford Hills Correctional Facility, experiences that shaped her approach to complex emotional and behavioral concerns.
Her style is client-centered. Sessions focus on clear goals and practical steps. She uses a mix of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and Solution-Focused approaches to help people manage symptoms and change unhelpful patterns.
In typical sessions she listens for patterns that link current problems to old family roles and expectations. She helps people notice those patterns, try small changes, and practice new ways of relating. Work can include coping skills for anxiety, strategies for sleep and stress, and planning for life changes.
Anne works in straightforward language and keeps sessions focused and practical. She encourages people who are struggling to reach out, complete an initial matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session to begin addressing problems that have carried over from their upbringing.
How therapeutic approaches are used in online sessions
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) focuses on helping people clarify their values and take small actions toward them despite difficult thoughts or feelings. It can help with anxiety, depression, and coping with life transitions. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at the link between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors, and uses practical exercises to change unhelpful patterns and reduce symptoms like worry and low mood. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) adds skills for emotion regulation and distress tolerance, useful for intense emotions and relationship struggles.Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will discuss goals, try methods that fit the person's needs, and adjust plans together over time. Sessions are collaborative and focused on what helps most in day-to-day life.
Session formats are not specified in the biography, so confirm current session options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into work and family schedules, reduce travel time, and let people use quieter surroundings or shorter check-ins when needed. Licensed professionals can still use ACT, CBT, and DBT techniques effectively in remote work, adapting exercises and practice between sessions to match each person's situation.
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Experience
25+ years
Listed in
Florida
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
Which concerns does she address?
She works with depression, anxiety, stress, grief, addictions, relationship and family of origin issues, and related concerns listed in her profile.
What is her therapy style?
Her approach is client-centered with a focus on practical steps. Sessions emphasize clear goals and coping strategies.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has 25 years of experience as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker.
Where is she based and licensed?
She practices in Florida and holds the FL LCSW credential.
Does she offer sessions in other languages?
Sessions are offered in English only.
Can international clients work with her?
She is not accepting international clients at this time.
How are costs and billing handled?
Costs vary with location and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Click the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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