Therapy for difficult times

DEPRESSION & ANXIETY | TRAUMA | TRAUMATIC GRIEF | SEXUAL HEALTH AFTER SEXUAL TRAUMA

I want to help you thrive.

When you picture someone who’s thriving, do you see them as confident and comfortable in their own skin, feeling good about themselves and their relationships, and having energy and a positive outlook on life? When you’re struggling with depression, anxiety, or trauma symptoms, you may feel like you’re not even close to being that person. The good news is, with treatment and support, you can experience vitality and balance, and truly thrive.

I welcome clients ages 18 and older, of all races, abilities, genders, beliefs, and sexual orientations. I value equality, equity, social justice, and caring for others in need. I will treat you with unconditional respect and compassion at all times.

I’m a PhD, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, and I specialize in treating trauma survivors, as well as people seeking relief from depression and anxiety. I’m licensed in Colorado, California, Pennsylvania and Florida, and can see clients located in those states. I see all clients virtually.


DEPRESSION & ANXIETY

Whether you’re experiencing an ongoing low-level depression or have had numerous major depressive episodes across your lifetime, there’s help for you. Common symptoms of depression can include a lack of interest or energy, sleep problems, isolation, irritability, and even a sense that your future is shortened or doomed. While depression can feel overwhelming, using research-backed treatment, people with depression can often start feeling better quickly.

Perhaps you’ve suffered from anxiety since you were a child, or maybe it’s a result of living through a pandemic or other difficult circumstances. Anxiety symptoms, including physical sensations and muscle tension, persistent negative thoughts, and sometimes panic attacks, are very uncomfortable and can even be debilitating. Thankfully, solution-focused treatment is available to help you feel calmer, more confident, and ready to face whatever comes your way.


TRAUMA

Trauma can be experienced in many ways, such as through physical or sexual assault, accidents, combat, medical events, witnessing something horrific, responses to the pandemic or political events, or in the line of duty. Survivors can struggle with sleep, flashbacks, a need to always be on guard, and have trouble keeping jobs and relationships. They may even stop trusting themselves and question how to move forward. You are not alone, and treatment based on decades of research can help you take back your power, find your voice, and believe in yourself again.


TRAUMATIC GRIEF

If you’ve lost a loved one unexpectedly and too soon, such as through suicide, homicide, an accident, disease, or a medical error, you’re likely experiencing shock and overwhelming sadness. You may also be dealing with disturbing mental images, upsetting thoughts that seem outside your control, guilt, or anger at yourself, others, or the legal or medical system. You may believe that feeling like yourself again is impossible. It’s not easy, however, there’s help and hope for you. With treatment and support, your trauma reactions can be processed and understood, making way for mourning and healing.


SEXUAL HEALTH AFTER SEXUAL TRAUMA

You’ve done the hard work of recovering from trauma, and now you may be realizing that your views of your own sexuality and sexual health are not optimal. This part of you and your life may be uncomfortable, scary, unpleasant, or even non-existent. While traditional trauma treatments take you on the journey from victimhood to survivorship, you can now complete the path to thrivership.


 

 

I’M DR. ANN LEFEVRE.

I understand the importance of being able to function at your highest potential, to be the best version of you.

These are hard times, and I want to help you understand yourself better, increase your use of healthy coping skills, and learn ways to enhance your overall well-being.

GET IN TOUCH

I understand you may have questions about therapy and whether I’m a good fit for your needs. Schedule a free 15-minute consultation with me to get your questions answered and learn more about how we can work together.

 

Let’s bring health & well-being into your life.