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Online therapist

Ann Schaefer

Focused and practical mental health support

Credentials
LCSW
Experience
20 years
Licensed in
Oregon
Languages
English
Format
Online sessions

About Ann

Ann Schaefer is a licensed clinical social worker who focuses on practical support for people facing relationship strain, grief, parenting challenges, depression, and ADHD. She uses a straightforward, respectful approach to help clients name problems and figure out workable steps. Sessions are intended to feel open and nonjudgmental so people can talk honestly about what matters to them.

With 20 years of experience, she draws on familiar, evidence-based techniques to guide conversations and teach coping skills.

Background and approach

Her work also addresses aging and geriatric concerns, cancer-related stress, caregiver strain, and hospice or end-of-life situations. She aims to match strategies to each person’s real life rather than offering one-size-fits-all solutions. In sessions she focuses on listening closely, validating feelings, and helping people try small changes that add up.

She explains options in plain language and checks in about what’s working. The pace is set by the client and their goals. Ann practices in Oregon and holds the LCSW credential, license number OR LCSW L11647.

She uses a variety of session formats including video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. Her approach supports people looking for steady help through life transitions and ongoing stresses. For someone feeling overwhelmed by loss, relationship shifts, or caregiving demands, she offers steady guidance and practical tools.

Starting with a short conversation, she helps clarify priorities and build manageable next steps.

Approaches that guide online sessions and practical support

Ann uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques focused on clear problem-solving and skill building. One common approach is teaching coping skills and behavioral strategies to reduce symptoms of depression and manage ADHD. Those techniques help people set small goals, organize tasks, and practice new habits that ease daily stress.

Another helpful method is grief-focused support that gives space to process loss while learning ways to manage intense emotions. This work combines listening with practical tools for reminders, routines, and moments of self-care that can make grieving less overwhelming.

Choosing the right approach is a shared process. The therapist talks with each person about their needs, preferences, and goals, then tries methods that fit their situation. Together they check whether a strategy is working and adjust as needed so the plan stays useful.

Online formats include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to make therapy flexible. These options let people connect from home, fit sessions into busy schedules, and keep in touch between meetings. The range of formats supports ongoing work during life transitions, caregiving periods, or times when travel is difficult.

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of problems does she help with?
She works with relationship difficulties, grief and loss, parenting concerns, depression, and ADHD. She also addresses aging and geriatric issues, cancer-related stress, caregiver stress, and hospice and end-of-life counseling.
How does she approach therapy?
The focus is on clear, compassionate listening and practical steps people can try between sessions. Conversations are meant to be direct and free of jargon so goals are easy to understand.
What experience does she bring?
Ann has 20 years of professional work experience supporting people through life transitions and ongoing stress. That experience informs how she tailors strategies to each person.
What are her credentials and where is she located?
She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW, with license number OR LCSW L11647, and is based in Oregon.
In which language are sessions offered?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the country work with her?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
What session formats are available?
She offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to fit different needs and schedules.
How are costs and starting set up handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time. To begin, select the Start Therapy button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability.

Specialties and expertise

Top specialties

  • Relationship issues
  • Grief
  • Parenting issues
Experience
20 years
Licensed
Oregon
Languages
English

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