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Ann Woodford, LISW

Ohio LISW helping with stress and family issues
  • 20 years experience
  • LISW in Ohio
  • Video phone live chat

About Ann Woodford

Ann Woodford is a Licensed Independent Social Worker (LISW) licensed in Ohio with more than 20 years of professional experience. She assists people dealing with stress and anxiety, family conflicts, parenting concerns, and career-related difficulties, drawing on a long career supporting clients through common life challenges.

Ann frames each person as the expert of their own story and looks for strengths that can be used to move past obstacles. She emphasizes practical support and empowerment, recognizing that taking initial steps toward change requires courage. Ann partners with individuals to help them pursue a more fulfilling and happier life.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Stress, AnxietyFamily conflictsParenting issuesCareer difficultiesDepression

Also Specializes In

Relationship issuesTrauma and abuseGriefAnger managementSelf esteemCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional Focus Areas

AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAging and geriatric issuesAttachment issuesBlended family issuesCaregiver issues and stressCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDivorce and separationEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFertility issuesFirst responder issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMidlife crisisMoney and financial issuesMood disordersPanic disorder and panic attacksPhobiasPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)SexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaTrichotillomaniaVisually impairedWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic Approach

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Gottman Method Trauma-Focused Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Ann Woodford have?

Ann Woodford has 20 years of professional experience.

Is Ann Woodford a licensed therapist?

Yes. She holds the credential LISW (Licensed Independent Social Worker). License details: OH LISW I.1000046-SUPV.

In which languages does Ann Woodford provide therapy?

Ann Woodford provides therapy in English.

Where is Ann Woodford located?

Ann Woodford is located in Ohio.

How can I work with Ann Woodford as my therapist?

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

Does Ann Woodford work with international clients?

Ann Woodford does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Ann Woodford cost?

Costs can vary depending on factors such as a client’s 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 a therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule a first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Is Online Therapy a Good Fit for Individuals?

Many people wonder whether online therapy can make a meaningful difference. For many common concerns - such as stress, anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, or navigating life changes - online therapy has been shown to be just as effective as traditional in-person sessions.

One of the main benefits is flexibility. Individuals can connect with therapists using the format that works best for them - video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or in-app messaging - making it easier to fit therapy into a busy schedule.

Licensed professionals offer a range of approaches and clients may switch therapists if they would like a different fit. For those weighing options, online therapy can be a convenient and effective way to access professional support.

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