Annie Stafford, LMFT, CA | Psychotherapist

About Annie Stafford

Focus areas

Addiction / Substance Abuse

Anxiety

Bipolar Disorder

Alcoholism

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Codependency

Anger Management

Behavioral Therapy

Clientele seen

Young adults (18-24)

Couples

Adults (25-64)

Families

Teenagers (13-17)

Treatment approaches

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)

Dialectical (DBT)

Motivational Interviewing

EMDR

Narrative

Identity

Gender

Female

Ethnicity

White

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Annie Stafford

I work with people navigating anxiety, depression, life transitions, relationship challenges, stress, and self-esteem concerns that come with feeling stuck or overwhelmed. Therapy should be a place where you feel comfortable being yourself while gaining the support, insight, and tools needed to move forward. My focus I work with people navigating anxiety, depression, life transitions, relationship challenges, stress, and self-esteem concerns that come with feeling stuck or overwhelmed. Together, we explore patterns, build coping skills, and create meaningful change that aligns with your goals and values. My approach My approach is warm, collaborative, and practical. I believe each person is the expert on their own life, and my role is to help you better understand patterns, build on your own strengths, and develop effective strategies for creating meaningful change. I draw from CBT, DBT, mindfulness-based, Solution-Focused, and Narrative Therapy. My communication style My style is warm, supportive, collaborative, and direct. I strive to create a safe, nonjudgmental space where you can be yourself while feeling both supported and challenged. I value honesty, authenticity, and practical conversations that help you move forward. My journey to mental healthcare My path to becoming a therapist was driven by a genuine interest in understanding people and their stories. I'm passionate about helping others navigate challenges, recognize their strengths, and create lives that feel more aligned with who they want to be.

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Popular visit reasons

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Depression

Mood Swings

Prolonged Grief Disorder (PGD)

Psychotherapy

Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit

Therapy

Worry

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Depression

Mood Swings

Prolonged Grief Disorder (PGD)

Education and background

Practice names

Rula Health - L.A. West

Education and training

Argosy University, Sarasota, Master's in Marriage and Family Therapy

NPI number

1508180316

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Frequently asked questions

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What practice does Annie Stafford work with?

Annie Stafford works with Rula Health - L.A. West.

What are common reasons for patients to see Annie Stafford?

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