Ann Burris , LPC

Ann Burris is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing in Pennsylvania with a career that spans more than 35 years. Her experience includes work in college settings in New York and Pennsylvania as well as time at a psychiatric hospital, giving her a broad perspective on emotional and behavioral health across different populations. Over the course of her career she has supported people facing grief and bereavement, depression, anxiety, LGBTQ+ concerns, trauma, and relationship challenges, meeting each person where they are and helping them move toward the goals they set for themselves.

Her counseling approach is interactive and strengths-based, helping clients discover their resilience and grit while emphasizing practical self-care and mindfulness practices. She encourages clients to prioritize personal care so they can show up more fully in work, relationships, and daily life. One of her personal heroes is Eleanor Roosevelt, who said 'All of life is a constant education,' a sentiment that reflects Burris's belief in growth and learning throughout life's changes.

Approaches That Guide Online Care with Ann Burris

Ann Burris integrates Client-Centered Therapy, cognitive behavioral techniques, and mindfulness into online work to offer practical, person-focused support. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes empathetic listening and meeting clients where they are, helping people explore their values and make choices that align with their goals. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and patterns and developing concrete skills to manage anxiety, depression, and stress-related concerns. Mindfulness Therapy teaches simple awareness and grounding practices that can reduce overwhelm and support emotional regulation in everyday life.

Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. Burris works with each person to determine which methods best match their needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting strategies as progress is made so therapy stays relevant and effective.

Online therapy offers flexibility through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, allowing people to access licensed professionals from locations that suit them. These options make it easier to fit sessions into busy schedules, maintain continuity during life transitions, and use therapeutic tools in real time between sessions.