Ann DePoole, LCSW
LCSW focusing on trauma and recovery
- 14 years experience
- Licensed clinical social worker
- CBT DBT and ACT
About Ann DePoole
Ann DePoole is a therapist with 14 years of clinical experience who returned to school in her 40s to pursue a long-held goal of helping others live more fulfilling lives. She is a LCSW - a licensed clinical social worker, a professional credential that indicates advanced training in clinical social work and therapy. Ann expresses gratitude that conversations about mental health have become more open and believes that reducing stigma helps people seek the support they need.
She emphasizes trust and openness as the foundation of effective therapy, and she approaches each client with the aim of mending one soul at a time. Her clinical experience includes work with mood disorders, co-occurring disorders, trauma, and substance abuse, and she tailors her approach to the individual needs of the person in front of her.
Ann integrates a range of therapeutic methods, including cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), motivational interviewing, traumatic incident reduction, and acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT). These tools allow her to address symptoms, strengthen coping skills, and support long-term change in partnership with each client.
She emphasizes trust and openness as the foundation of effective therapy, and she approaches each client with the aim of mending one soul at a time. Her clinical experience includes work with mood disorders, co-occurring disorders, trauma, and substance abuse, and she tailors her approach to the individual needs of the person in front of her.
Ann integrates a range of therapeutic methods, including cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), motivational interviewing, traumatic incident reduction, and acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT). These tools allow her to address symptoms, strengthen coping skills, and support long-term change in partnership with each client.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
LGBTRelationship issuesFamily conflictsIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAging and geriatric issuesAttachment issuesAvoidant personalityBlended family issuesBody imageCancerCaregiver issues and stressCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEating and food-related issuesFamily problemsFirst responder issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameHIV / AIDSHospice and end-of-life counselingImpulsivityIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPhobiasPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSexual assault and abuseSmoking / vaping cessationSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issues
Therapeutic Approach
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) Motivational Interviewing Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Ann DePoole have?
Ann DePoole has 14 years of experience as a therapist.
Is Ann DePoole a licensed therapist?
Yes, she holds the credential LCSW. License details: AZ LCSW LCSW-22168, FL LCSW SW11317.
In which languages does Ann DePoole provide therapy?
Ann DePoole provides therapy in English.
Where is Ann DePoole located?
Ann DePoole is located in Arizona.
How can I work with Ann DePoole as my therapist?
You can work with Ann DePoole through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Ann DePoole work with international clients?
Ann DePoole does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Ann DePoole cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, just click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Just click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Approaches that guide online work with Ann DePoole
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people clarify what matters most to them and build small, practical steps toward those values. It emphasizes accepting difficult thoughts or feelings while taking committed action, and it can be useful for anxiety, depression, and life transitions.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying patterns of thinking and behavior that contribute to distress and learning concrete strategies to shift those patterns. It is often applied to mood disorders, anxiety, and coping with stressful situations.
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) offers skills for managing intense emotions, improving relationships, and tolerating distress. It can be helpful for people struggling with emotional regulation, impulsive behaviors, or pattern-based relational difficulties.
Finding the right therapeutic approach is part of the work itself. Ann DePoole collaborates with each person to determine which methods align with their goals, preferences, and life circumstances, adjusting the plan as progress unfolds.
Online sessions by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging offer flexibility for scheduling and allow people to engage in therapy from familiar settings. These formats can make it easier to maintain continuity of care around work, family, or other commitments while working with licensed professionals and therapists toward meaningful change.