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Ann Thorwall, LCSW

  • Experience9 years
  • LocationIllinois
  • Focus areasADHD, Stress and Anxiety, and Relationship
  • LanguagesEnglish
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About Ann

Ann Thorwall brings nine years of clinical practice to her work as an LCSW, focusing on practical, outcome-oriented therapy. She emphasizes using evidence-based therapeutic techniques to reduce symptoms like anxiety, depression, shame, and hopelessness while helping people build more satisfying day-to-day lives.

Background and approach

Ann writes from personal experience as someone who has been in therapy herself, which informs a collaborative and genuine style aimed at finding approaches that actually help. Her work addresses stress, ADHD, self-esteem struggles, relationship difficulties, and mood concerns, with attention to attachment patterns, communication problems, social anxiety, and feelings of isolation or guilt.

Ann especially helps adults untangle tensions in romantic and other close relationships, offering support when clients feel frustrated, confused, or disconnected. She frames treatment as a partnership that blends practical tools with empathetic listening to support progress toward clearer goals and greater wellbeing.

Evidence-Based Options and Online Access

Ann often uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on building practical skills and shifting unhelpful patterns. For example, cognitive-behavioral approaches help identify and change negative thought patterns and behaviors that contribute to anxiety, depression, and stress. These methods are useful for symptom reduction and developing day-to-day coping strategies.

Another commonly used approach centers on interpersonal and attachment-informed work, which explores relationship patterns, communication habits, and emotional connection. This style supports people who struggle with relationship distress, isolation, or difficulties with trust and closeness.

Finding the best approach is a collaborative process. Ann works with each person to determine which techniques fit their needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting the plan as progress unfolds so clients feel involved in treatment decisions.

Offering video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging provides flexibility for different schedules and comfort levels. These options make it easier to maintain consistency in care, practice skills between sessions, and access support from a licensed professional without needing to travel to an office.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does this clinician commonly address?
Ann works with stress, anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, relationship difficulties, and ADHD, along with related challenges such as attachment issues, communication problems, guilt, shame, loneliness, mood disorders, and social anxiety.
How would you describe the therapeutic style used here?
The approach is open, genuine, and collaborative, emphasizing practical, evidence-based techniques to reduce symptoms and help clients reach meaningful goals.
What is Ann's professional background?
She has nine years of experience as a therapist and draws on personal experience with therapy to inform her clinical work and the selection of effective tools.
What credentials and location are listed for this therapist?
Ann is licensed as an LCSW with Illinois license number IL LCSW 149.020861 and practices in Illinois.
In what language are sessions offered and are international clients accepted?
Sessions are offered in English, and she is not currently accepting international clients.
Which session formats are available for working together?
Clients can connect through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging depending on preference and availability.
How is cost handled for sessions with this therapist?
Costs vary with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
What are the steps to begin therapy with this clinician?
To start, select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule sessions according to therapist availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesSelf esteemDepressionADHD

Additional focus areas

Attachment issuesCommunication problemsGuilt and shameIsolation / lonelinessMood disordersSocial anxiety and phobia

Experience

9+ years

Licensed

Illinois

Languages

English