MEET ANNABEL ARANA

Hello! I am a dedicated mental health therapist with extensive experience supporting the emotional well-being of elementary school children. With an LMSW in Virginia and Maryland, I specialize in providing compassionate, developmentally appropriate counseling to help children navigate challenges such as anxiety, depression, and emotional regulation.

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I previously served as a school social worker, providing individual counseling to students and collaborated with educators and families to create supportive environments. With a deep understanding of the unique needs of young learners, I used evidence-based approaches to empower children and foster resilience.

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Beyond clinical work, I am committed to community engagement and have a passion for educating families and caregivers about mental health. I strive to build meaningful connections that promote the social and emotional growth of every child that I work with.

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AREAS OF EXPERTISE:

• School age issues: 5-14

• CBT and Solution Focused Modalities

• Emotional Regulation/DBT

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