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Ann DePoole, LCSW

Licensed LCSW supporting trauma and mood recovery
  • 14 years experience
  • Trauma and substance abuse
  • Uses CBT DBT ACT

About Ann DePoole

Ann DePoole, LCSW, is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 14 years of experience who returned to school in her 40s to fulfill a long-held goal of helping others. She values open conversation about mental health and appreciates the growing willingness to address these issues more openly, which she sees as an important step toward reducing stigma.

Ann believes that trust and openness between therapist and client form the foundation of effective work together. Her clinical focus includes mood disorders, co-occurring disorders, trauma, and substance abuse, and she approaches each case with a commitment to supporting people as they rebuild and move forward. She describes her work as helping individuals heal one person at a time.

In practice Ann draws on a range of therapeutic methods to match each person’s needs. Her toolbox includes Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Motivational Interviewing, Traumatic Incident Reduction, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). These approaches inform her work with clients managing complex mood and trauma-related concerns while aiming to foster meaningful change over time.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Stress, AnxietyAddictionsTrauma and abuseGriefDepression

Also Specializes In

LGBTRelationship issuesFamily conflictsIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional Focus Areas

AbandonmentAging and geriatric issuesAttachment issuesAvoidant personalityBlended family issuesBody imageCancerCaregiver issues and stressCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEating and food-related issuesFamily problemsFirst responder issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameHIV / AIDSHospice and end-of-life counselingImpulsivityIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPhobiasPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSexual assault and abuseSmoking / vaping cessationSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issues

Therapeutic Approach

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) Motivational Interviewing Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Ann DePoole have?

Ann DePoole has 14 years of professional experience as a therapist.

Is Ann DePoole a licensed therapist?

Yes. Ann holds the LCSW credential, which stands for Licensed Clinical Social Worker. Her license details are FL LCSW SW11317 and AZ LCSW LCSW-22168.

In which languages does Ann DePoole provide therapy?

She provides therapy in English.

Where is Ann DePoole located?

Ann is located in Arizona.

How can I work with Ann DePoole as my therapist?

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

Does Ann DePoole work with international clients?

Ann DePoole does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Ann DePoole 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, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started is quick and straightforward. 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.

Could Remote Therapy Be a Good Fit?



Many people ask whether meeting with a therapist online can actually help. For a range of common concerns - including stress, anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, and adjusting to life changes - online therapy can be as effective as traditional in-person sessions for most people.

One major benefit of remote sessions is flexibility. Individuals can choose the format that works best for them, whether that is a video call, a phone session, live chat, or text-based messaging. This flexibility can make it easier to keep regular appointments and integrate therapy into a busy schedule.

Licensed professionals provide these services, and clients typically have the option to request a different therapist if they feel a different fit would be more helpful. For many people, online therapy offers a practical and effective way to access support from trained therapists while maintaining options that suit their daily life.

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