- Stress and anxiety
- Relationship work
- Life purpose
About Anne
Anne Frauens is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker - Certified (LCSW-C) practicing in Maryland with 24 years of experience. She focuses on stress, anxiety, relationships, grief, self-esteem and depression, and pays attention to life purpose concerns when those come up.
She works with people facing major life changes such as divorce, caregiving, chronic illness, or cancer. Sessions often address day-to-day struggles like communication problems, control issues, jealousy, and isolation. Anne also supports those dealing with grief, guilt, or feelings of emptiness.
Her style centers on clear, direct conversation and practical steps people can try between sessions. She helps clients notice patterns, test new ways of communicating, and set small goals to shift difficult routines. Work on relationships typically includes learning different approaches to conflict and rebuilding trust in interactions.
Anne draws on evidence-based therapeutic techniques to guide work with stress, anxiety, and depression. She frames emotional and behavioral changes as skills that can be learned and practiced. For people navigating aging or caregiver stress, she focuses on manageable strategies to reduce overwhelm and improve day-to-day functioning.
Clients can expect straightforward discussion about what is working and what is not. Anne helps people clarify values and next steps when life feels uncertain, including questions about purpose or direction. Language used in sessions is English and services are provided in Maryland.
How evidence-based techniques guide online sessions
Anne uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on measurable change and skill-building. Cognitive-behavioral approaches help people identify unhelpful thoughts and test new ways of thinking and behaving; this is useful for anxiety, depression, and low self-esteem. Problem-solving and behavioral activation strategies break larger problems into small, practical steps and help restore routine when motivation is low.Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will collaborate with each person to decide which techniques fit their current needs, goals, and preferences. Sessions start with clear goals and ongoing checks to see which methods are helping and which should be adjusted.
The biography does not list specific session formats, so confirm the available options before booking. Many people find online sessions useful for fitting therapy into a busy day, keeping appointments consistent despite travel or health demands, and allowing shorter check-ins when needed. Licensed professionals can adapt exercises and homework to an online setting so therapy can be continued even when life is hectic.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Experience
24+ years
Listed in
Maryland
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does she address?
She works with stress, anxiety, relationship issues, grief, self-esteem, and depression, and also addresses life purpose questions when they arise.
How would she approach feeling stuck or directionless?
She uses clear conversation and practical steps to help people notice patterns, try new behaviors, and set achievable goals toward greater clarity.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has 24 years of clinical experience working with adults across a range of life transitions and mood concerns.
What are her credentials and where does she practice?
She holds an LCSW-C credential in Maryland and practices there.
Can I work with her if I live outside the United States?
Sessions are offered in English and she is not accepting international clients at this time.
What session formats does she offer?
Session formats are not specified in the biography; please confirm current session options before booking.
How does cost and billing work?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What should I do to begin working with her?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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