Anna Baker, LCSW,CPRP
Human-Centered, Social Work-Informed Psychotherapy
I am a humanistic first social worker, and my approach to therapy is grounded in the core values of social justice, integrity, and the dignity and worth of every person. I strive to build a therapeutic relationship that feels safe, collaborative, and human-centered, recognizing and holding space for each person’s intrinsic knowledge, experiences, and needs.
Each person’s journey to connecting with me looks different, some people come to therapy with past experiences that may not have been supportive and may have been hesitated to connect, while others are exploring therapy for the first time, other may be processing the change of a long-term therapist.
I aim to build a space that holds honesty, care, and the possibility of growth and healing. I believe in the power of human relationships and the importance of naming how power, identity, and positionality shape our experiences. I am committed to transparency, critical reflection, and continued learning as I support others in navigating the complexities of their lives.
Areas of Focus
Overwhelm:
Someone once asked me to describe a “Anna client”—the kind of client who tends to be drawn to me—my honest answer was: people who are experiencing overwhelm. Whether it’s related to anxiety, major life transitions, or recovery from PTSD, many of my clients come in feeling dysregulated, unsure of what they are feeling, want, or need, and at capacity or lost.
My style is responsive, collaborative, and interactive, with space to explore how you're speaking to yourself, how your past experiences are showing up in the present, and what might be contributing to that sense of overwhelm. I bring years of clinical training, lived experience, and a toolkit that includes emotional regulation strategies, self-reflective practices, communication support, and concrete steps to feel more grounded—even in the chaos of the storm.
Specialties
Neurodivergent Affirming
I aim to hold space for neurodivergent individuals to explore their inner world—both processing and helping them take steps to thrive in a world that is not often designed for them. Many of the people I work with are navigating what it looks like to be an adult with ADHD and/or Autism.
Some of the many themes we may explore include: creating a world that is affirming and supportive; developing concrete systems and tools to navigate care tasks and emotional dysregulation; and building a life and systems that work for them through understanding their specific strengths and struggles. We may also explore sensory experiences and profiles, burnout, difficulty with change and transition—and so much more.
LGBTQIA+
Many of the individuals work with identify as LGBTQ+. Some come to therapy feeling confident and grounded in their lives but may need support navigating an invalidating world, stressors, trauma, anxiety, or other mental health conditions. Others may be actively exploring their identities, sexualities, and steps to live more fully in alignment with their gender and sexuality.
Letters of Support
I am trained in writing letters of support for gender-affirming surgery and follow the WPATH Standards of Care Version 8, which recognizes that not everyone seeking a letter is looking for long-term therapy. I am happy to offer short-term or limited sessions focused specifically on writing a Letter of Support for Gender-Affirming Surgery.
Psychosocial Rehabilitation & Solution-Focused Support:
In addition to longer-term psychotherapy, my roots are in recovery-oriented, community-based mental health care. I am a Certified Psychiatric Rehabilitation Practitioner (CPRP). This work may include supporting individuals whose mental health symptoms have impacted daily functioning, and who are ready to work on specific life role goals—especially during times of transition or life changes.
Short-Term / Adjunct Therapy:
If you're already working with another therapist in one area of your life and are looking for therapeutic coaching or support focused on a specific goal, I’m happy to explore that with you. Areas of focus may include overwhelm with care or life tasks, sleep issues, or navigating school-related stressors.