Amy Annala, LCSW, CA | Psychotherapist

About Amy Annala

Focus areas

Addiction / Substance Abuse

Codependency

Life Coaching

Anxiety

Depression

Work-Related Counseling

Childhood Trauma

Dual Diagnosis

Clientele seen

Teenagers (13-17)

Couples

Young adults (18-24)

Adults (25-64)

Treatment approaches

Coaching

Dialectical (DBT)

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)

Compassion Focused

Motivational Interviewing

Identity

Gender

Female

Ethnicity

White

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Amy Annala

I'm Amy Annala, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with a Master's in Social Work from the University of Southern California. I am dedicated to helping clients navigate the complexities of life and achieve emotional well-being while becoming their best selves. The burdens we carry can be heavy, and there's no reason to do it alone. My approach I want my clients to know that I'm in their corner. With the right mix of tough love and self-love, my clients will feel supported without judgment. I believe therapy is most effective when the client feels comfortable. This happens through a person-centered approach, emphasizing the importance of building a strong therapeutic relationship based on trust, empathy, and collaboration. Using evidence-based modalities such as cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical-behavioral therapy (DBT), solution-focused therapy, and mindfulness techniques, I aim to empower clients to develop effective coping strategies and make lasting changes. My focus My background is in addiction counseling and therapy, as well as working with court-ordered clients involved in open Child Welfare cases. I typically work with clients presenting concerns ranging from anxiety and depression to trauma and substance use. That said, I believe no concern is too small to work through in therapy, and I am invested in helping clients with all kinds of challenges. My communication style I want my clients to know I'm in their corner. I am most comfortable with a humanistic approach rather than a clinically structured method. In doing so, I hope to foster an equal partnership with clients, avoiding the traditional power dynamic often associated with therapy. My goals for you I value client expertise in their own lives and believe they possess the capacity to make meaningful change. By avoiding a rigid power dynamic, I empower clients to actively participate in their therapy journey, making decisions collaboratively and setting their own goals.

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Popular visit reasons

Addiction Follow Up

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Childhood Trauma

Depression

Mood Swings

Psychotherapy

Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit

Therapy

Addiction Follow Up

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Childhood Trauma

Depression

Education and background

Practice names

Rula Health - San Francisco/Oakland

Education and training

University of Southern California, Master's in Social Work

NPI number

1235662388

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What practice does Amy Annala work with?

Amy Annala works with Rula Health - San Francisco/Oakland.

What are common reasons for patients to see Amy Annala?

Amy Annala frequently sees patients for Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Depression, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Therapy. You can see other visit reasons for Amy Annala on their profile.