Anna McKinney-Catanzaro, LMHC - Therapist in Washington

About Anna

Anna McKinney-Catanzaro is a licensed mental health counselor who focuses on practical support for everyday struggles. She helps people facing stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, parenting questions, and major life changes. Her tone is direct and encouraging, aimed at someone who may be nervous about reaching out for help.

She started providing therapy in 2016 and has prior experience as a teacher, which influences her clear, straightforward style. Anna believes each person knows their story best and taps into clients' existing strengths when planning next steps.

Background and approach

Sessions emphasize steady progress and realistic goals rather than quick fixes. In therapy she listens closely and works collaboratively to find what helps most. Her work addresses a wide range of concerns including caregiver stress, chronic illness and pain, communication problems, isolation, and workplace issues.

She also supports people dealing with panic attacks, post-traumatic stress, pregnancy and childbirth matters, and women's issues. Anna holds a Washington state LMHC - Licensed Mental Health Counselor - and brings six years of clinical experience to sessions. Her approach is evidence-minded and practical, with attention to how daily life and responsibilities affect mental health.

She aims to make therapy manageable for people with busy schedules. Sessions are offered in English and designed to fit into real lives. The focus is on helping people build tools they can use between appointments and on making steady, sustainable change.

Practical approaches for online family and parenting concerns

Anna uses evidence-based techniques that focus on clear skills and real-life habits. One common approach emphasizes skill building and problem-solving to reduce anxiety and manage stress; it teaches concrete steps to break worries into manageable tasks. Another approach centers on trauma-informed care, helping people process difficult experiences while learning ways to stay grounded in daily routines.

Finding the right approach is part of the work together. The therapist will listen to your goals and try methods that fit your situation, adjusting plans based on what helps most. This collaborative process means clients help shape the pace and focus of therapy.

Online sessions are offered by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging to make therapy easier to fit into a busy life. Video and phone allow real-time conversations, while chat and messaging can be used for shorter check-ins or when talking live feels hard. These options support flexibility so people can connect in ways that work with their schedule and daily responsibilities.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does Anna address?

She works with stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, parenting concerns, and coping with life changes. Additional areas include caregiver stress, chronic pain and illness, communication problems, isolation, and workplace issues.

How would she describe her therapeutic style?

Her style is straightforward and collaborative. She focuses on practical steps and on building tools clients can use between sessions.

What is her clinical background?

She began providing therapy in 2016 and previously worked as a teacher, which informs a clear and educational approach to sessions.

What are her credentials and where is she licensed?

She is an LMHC - Licensed Mental Health Counselor - licensed in Washington with license number WA LMHC LH60999486.

Which languages are supported for sessions?

Sessions are offered in English.

Can people outside the US work with her?

She does not accept international clients at this time and works with clients in Washington.

What session formats are available?

She offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to fit different needs and schedules.

How does cost and scheduling work?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability and sessions are provided through a subscription that can be canceled at any time. To start, select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability.

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Experience: 6 years
Licensed: Washington
Languages: English

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