Ann Legierski, LCSW

Licensed LCSW supporting growth and coping

Anxiety and stress
Trauma and addiction
LGBTQ community support

About Ann Legierski

Ann Legierski is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) practicing in California with a Master of Social Work from the University of Southern California and a Bachelor of Science in Psychology from the University of Phoenix. With 13 years of clinical experience, she has worked with individuals, couples, families, and members of the LGBTQIA community across a wide range of ages, cultural backgrounds, and life circumstances.

Her practice emphasizes a collaborative, client-centered stance that blends evidence-based techniques and humanistic perspectives. She integrates cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) alongside motivational interviewing and psychoeducation, while remaining attentive to attachment patterns and existential concerns. Ann frames treatment around empathy, respect, and unconditional regard, tailoring plans to each person or family based on their unique goals and needs.

Ann addresses issues such as stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma and abuse, relationship and family challenges, grief, eating and body-image concerns, mood disorders including bipolar and depression, ADHD, career questions, and compassion fatigue. Her work focuses on helping clients understand and navigate change, offering education, encouragement, and practical feedback to build resilience and support sustained growth.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Stress, Anxiety AddictionsLGBTTrauma and abuseAnger management

Also Specializes In

Relationship issuesFamily conflictsGriefIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderDepression Coping with life changesCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional Focus Areas

AbandonmentAging and geriatric issuesAttachment issuesAvoidant personalityBlended family issuesBody imageCancerCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)Divorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsForgivenessGuilt and shameHIV / AIDSHospice and end-of-life counselingImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMidlife crisisMood disordersMulticultural concernsNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPhobiasPost-traumatic stressPrejudice and discriminationProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Self-harmSelf-loveSexual assault and abuseSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic Approach

Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) Existential Therapy Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Ann Legierski have?

Ann Legierski has 13 years of experience as a therapist.

Is Ann Legierski a licensed therapist?

Yes. She holds the credential LCSW, which stands for Licensed Clinical Social Worker. License details are CA LCSW 87498.

In which languages does Ann Legierski provide therapy?

Ann Legierski provides therapy in English.

Where is Ann Legierski located?

She is located in California.

How can I work with Ann Legierski as my therapist?

You can work with Ann Legierski through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Ann Legierski work with international clients?

Ann Legierski does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Ann Legierski 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, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. 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.

Approach-Focused Online Care with a Licensed Therapist

Ann Legierski draws from client-centered therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), and attachment-based ideas to guide online work. Client-centered therapy emphasizes empathy, acceptance, and collaboration, creating space for clients to explore values and goals. Cognitive behavioral therapy focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thoughts and behaviors, which can be useful for anxiety, depression, and stress-related issues. Attachment-based therapy looks at relationship patterns and early bonds to understand how they influence current relationships and emotional responses, which can help with intimacy, abandonment concerns, and family dynamics.

Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Ann works collaboratively with each person to identify which methods fit best with their needs, preferences, and goals, adjusting techniques as progress unfolds and priorities evolve.

Online therapy options include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, offering flexibility for different schedules and comfort levels. These formats allow licensed professionals and therapists to provide consistent, accessible support across a range of concerns, making it easier to maintain momentum and integrate therapeutic work into everyday life.

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