Anna Claybaugh, LCSW, LICSW

Anna Claybaugh is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with ten years of practice. They focus on helping people get clearer about their needs and build more authentic connection in life. Anna works with people who struggle to speak up, caregivers, highly sensitive people, and those worn down by critical self-talk. They also bring particular commitment to working with LGBTQIA2S+ individuals. In sessions Anna helps clients spot what gets in the way and learn skills to cope. The work can include addressing anxiety, trauma, relationship concerns, grief, and changes that come with aging and caregiving. Anna describes their style as warm, relaxed, and direct. Clients can expect a welcoming space without judgment. Anna uses ideas from brain science and several therapeutic approaches to tailor the work. They draw on attachment-based and client-centered ways of relating, and use cognitive behavioral techniques when helpful. EMDR and Jungian ideas are part of the toolbox for trauma and deeper exploration. Anna practices from a decolonized, trauma-informed, compassion-centered framework. That means attention to cultural context and power differences alongside practical coping skills. Anna also emphasizes helping people regain agency so they can create the life they want. Anna earned a Master of Social Work from New York University and holds LCSW and LICSW credentials. They are bilingual in English and Spanish and practice in Washington. To begin a match, use the site Start Therapy flow and complete the short matching questionnaire.

How Anna's Approaches Shape Online Therapy

Attachment-Based Therapy centers on relationships and safety. It helps people notice how early bonds shape current patterns and supports building more secure ways of relating to others and oneself. Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening without judgment and following the client's lead. This approach helps people clarify goals, feel accepted, and make changes at their own pace. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) helps identify unhelpful thoughts and behaviors and teaches concrete skills to change them. It is often used for anxiety, mood shifts, and stress that interfere with daily life. Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will discuss your needs, goals, and preferences and suggest which methods to try. Together you can adjust the plan as progress is made. If you are considering online sessions, confirm the specific session formats before booking since the biography does not list them. Online options can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy day, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and reduce travel time. Some formats also make it simpler to manage bandwidth or avoid being on camera. Licensed professionals can use these approaches in remote work to teach coping skills, process trauma, and strengthen relationships across distance.