Ann Newman , LCSW, CSW

Ann Newman is a licensed therapist practicing in Colorado who brings 13 years of clinical experience to her work. She holds the credentials LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker) and CSW (Clinical Social Worker), reflecting advanced training in social work and clinical practice. Her approach emphasizes compassionate, individualized care that recognizes each person as an expert in their own life.

Ann focuses on helping people navigate depression, anxiety, trauma, and major life transitions, offering practical tools to manage workplace stress, relationship challenges, and periods of isolation. She prioritizes building resilience and developing coping strategies that fit the realities of day-to-day life, while supporting clients in cultivating self-understanding and self-compassion.

Grounded in a holistic, client-centered perspective, Ann works to strengthen communication skills, address barriers to connection, and support meaningful personal growth. She is committed to inclusive, respectful care and aims to create an affirming environment where clients can explore issues like grief, intimacy concerns, addiction, parenting stress, and identity-related challenges at their own pace.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care

Ann Newman integrates Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Attachment-Based Therapy, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy into her online work to address a range of concerns. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice difficult thoughts and feelings without getting stuck in them, and encourages action that aligns with personal values - it can be useful for stress, anxiety, and motivation struggles. Attachment-Based Therapy explores relational patterns formed early in life and how they influence current relationships, which can help with intimacy issues, abandonment concerns, and family dynamics. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying and shifting unhelpful thoughts and behaviors to reduce symptoms of depression and anxiety and improve daily functioning.

Finding the right mix of approaches is part of the therapeutic process, and Ann works collaboratively with each person to tailor methods based on their needs, goals, and preferences. She listens to what is working and adapts strategies so the work feels relevant and doable.

Online sessions are offered via video, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging to increase flexibility and access. These options make it easier to fit therapy into a busy schedule, continue care during life changes, and maintain consistent progress without the need to travel to an office.