About Ann
Ann Sumpter is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) based in West Virginia who focuses on men's wellbeing alongside a broad range of concerns. She emphasizes straightforward conversation and respectful listening to help people take practical steps forward. Her style is warm and nonjudgmental, aiming to make starting therapy feel manageable.
She uses client-centered methods to build trust and create a comfortable space for people to talk through what matters to them. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, is part of her practice and helps break down unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns into small, changeable steps. Mindfulness techniques are also used to help with stress, anxiety, and everyday overwhelm.
Ann has seven years of experience in counseling work. She has helped people facing stress, anxiety, depression, addiction concerns, grief, self-esteem struggles, and career issues. She also supports those dealing with ADHD, compassion fatigue, eating concerns, and identity-related matters such as LGBT issues.
Her background includes work with additional topics like adoption and foster care, attachment issues, chronic illness and pain, body image, communication problems, and codependency. Sessions focus on practical goals and short-term skills when that fits the person's needs. Ann encourages people to try small experiments between sessions and to track what helps.
People who choose to work with her can expect clear goals, calm listening, and tools they can use day to day. She invites prospective clients to consider what they want to change and to take the first step toward those goals.
How Ann uses proven approaches in online therapy
Client-centered therapy focuses on the person's own goals and experiences. The therapist listens closely, reflects what she hears, and helps the person guide the conversation. This approach is useful for building trust and deciding what to work on together.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, looks at thoughts and behaviors that keep problems going. Sessions involve setting small goals, trying different actions, and tracking what changes. CBT can help with anxiety, depression, and unhelpful habits.
Finding the right approach is part of the process. Ann will collaborate with each person to choose methods that match their goals and preferences. She encourages people to raise concerns and try adjustments so the work stays relevant to real life.
If you are considering online therapy, confirm the session formats before booking since options are not specified here. Online work can make it easier to fit appointments into a busy week, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and reduce travel time. It also makes continued work possible for people who live far from West Virginia or who prefer remote sessions. Ask about the current scheduling and format choices when you start the intake questionnaire.
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Experience
7+ years
Credentials
West Virginia
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she address?
She helps with stress, anxiety, depression, addictions, grief, self-esteem, career issues, eating concerns, anger, ADHD, compassion fatigue, and LGBT-related matters.
How does she approach therapy?
Her work blends client-centered listening with CBT and mindfulness tools, plus motivational interviewing and solution-focused techniques to set practical goals.
What is her professional background?
She has seven years of counseling experience and has worked with a wide range of emotional and practical life concerns.
Where is she licensed and based?
She is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) licensed in West Virginia and practices from that state.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English and she accepts clients from outside the U.S.
What session formats are available?
Please confirm current session options before booking, as formats are not specified here.
How is cost handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability.