Anna Childs, LCSW
- Wisconsin
- WI LCSW 9380-123
Accepting new clientsVerified 7 hours ago
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Open 2 of the last 30 days
Live availability history
Open on 2 of the last 30 days
When Anna was open to new clients. We re-check the BetterHelp listing once a day and record what it said, whichever way it went.
Availability over the last 30 days: open to new clients on 2 days, waitlist or full on 28 days. Most recent check, Oct 15: accepting new clients.
Days available
2/30
every one of the last 30 days checked
Availability forecast
Anna has been open to new clients on 2 of the last 30 days, including today.
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About Anna
I am a licensed therapist in Wisconsin with over 12 years of experience working with children (ages 6+), adolescents, and adults, in a variety of settings. I hold a Master’s degree from the University of Wisconsin–Madison, a Bachelor’s degree from UW–Eau Claire, and an Associate's degree from Fox Valley Technical College. Additionally, I earned a specialized certificate from the University of Wisconsin–Milwaukee in support of my clinical work. I specialize in helping clients manage a variety of symptoms, some of which include: anxiety, coping with addiction, navigating family conflict, and healing from trauma, prolonged stress, and dissociative disorders. My approach is trauma-informed, relational, and integrative. I am EMDRIA-trained through EMDR and Beyond and have pursued specialized EMDR training with Ana Gomez, focusing on developmentally appropriate trauma treatment for children. I also incorporate EMDR-Sandtray practices, which allow clients-especially younger ones-to process trauma through expressive, nonverbal means. In addition to EMDR, I draw from Internal Family Systems (IFS) and Polyvagal Theory to support nervous system regulation, parts work, and deep emotional healing. Whether we are working with talk therapy, somatic awareness, or creative modalities, I strive to create a compassionate and empowering space where healing unfolds at your pace. It takes strength to seek change. I'm here to support and guide you on your journey toward greater clarity, resilience, and well-being. Whether you're taking the first step or continuing your journey, I’m here to walk alongside you-offering support, guidance, and empowerment every step of the way. Read more Show less
What Anna helps with
Specialties and approaches
Specializes in
Stress, AnxietyAddictionsFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseDepressionRelationship issuesGriefIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD
Approaches
Client-Centered TherapyDialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)Solution-Focused TherapyTrauma-Focused Therapy
Also experienced with
Additional focus areas
AbandonmentAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeAvoidant personalityBlended family issuesBody imageCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)DissociationDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFertility issuesFirst responder issuesGuilt and shameHoardingHospice and end-of-life counselingImpulsivityInfidelityIntellectual disabilityIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisMoney and financial issuesMood disordersNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPhobiasPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSex addictionSexual assault and abuseSmoking / vaping cessationSocial anxiety and phobiaSomatizationTraumatic brain injuryTrichotillomaniaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues