- Stress and anxiety
- Trauma and abuse
- Self esteem
About Ann
Ann Gould is a licensed professional counselor who helps people manage stress, anxiety, depression, and life changes. She works with individuals from about 13 to 65 years old and focuses on building confidence and self-esteem. Her style is practical and straightforward, aimed at helping people feel steadier in day-to-day life.
Ann approaches each person as the expert on their own story. She listens for strengths and practical options clients can use right away. Conversations often center on what is most pressing, then move toward small steps a person can try between sessions.
Her background includes 13 years of professional experience as an LPC in Alabama. That history has included work with trauma and abuse, coping after loss or separation, and problems that come from caregiving or high-stress jobs. She has also supported people facing medical challenges such as cancer and those juggling blended family issues.
In sessions she addresses patterns such as codependency, control issues, communication challenges, and feelings of emptiness. First responder issues and fatherhood concerns are among the additional topics she has worked with. The focus is on practical strategies that fit the client’s life and goals.
Taking the first step can feel hard, and she acknowledges that directly. Ann encourages people to start by completing a brief matching questionnaire and scheduling a time that fits their calendar. She aims to make the early steps clear and manageable.
Evidence-based techniques and online support
Ann uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques to help people manage day-to-day stress and larger life changes. One common approach focuses on practical skills for anxiety and depression, teaching simple tools to reduce overwhelm and improve mood. Another approach targets trauma-related symptoms by helping people process difficult memories and build safety and stability in their routine.Finding the right approach is a team effort. The therapist will work with each person to pick methods that match their needs, goals, and comfort level. Adjustments are made as work progresses so the plan stays useful and realistic.
Confirm the available session options before booking, as formats are not listed here. Online therapy can make it easier to fit appointments into a busy week, avoid travel time, and turn a shorter break at work into a helpful check-in. Some formats also allow for sessions without video when bandwidth is limited or when a quick verbal check-in is preferable. Ask about current session formats when you sign up so you can choose what fits your routine best.
Areas of expertise
Additional focus areas
Experience
13+ years
Credentials
Alabama
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she help with?
She helps people with stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, low self-esteem, and coping with life changes.
What is her therapeutic approach like?
Sessions are practical and collaborative, focusing on strengths and small steps people can try between meetings.
How much experience does she have?
She has 13 years of professional work experience as a counselor in clinical settings and private practice.
What credentials and location apply?
She holds an LPC credential and practices in Alabama.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the U.S. work with her?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How are sessions priced?
Cost varies by location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability.