- Nonjudgmental listening
- Practical coping skills
- Collaborative care
About Ann
Ann Stancil is a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) with 17 years of experience who helps people facing anxiety, stress, and life changes. She focuses on making therapy straightforward and approachable for people feeling overwhelmed by panic, depression, grief, or relationship strain.
She trained at Indiana University Northwest and began working in a behavioral health center in 2009. Over the years she has supported people across the age span, from pediatric to geriatric, in settings that addressed mood disorders, trauma, and substance concerns.
In sessions she aims to be nonjudgmental and open minded. Race, ethnicity, age, gender, sexuality, religion, and political views are not treated as barriers to care. She emphasizes listening first and building a plan with each person’s goals in mind.
Her work draws on Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT). That means she uses empathic listening alongside practical strategies for managing overwhelming thoughts, strong emotions, and impulsive behavior.
She also addresses family-related stress, attachment issues, and complex situations such as addiction, grief, or co-occurring diagnoses. The approach is collaborative - she helps people name what matters most and then practices step-by-step skills to move toward those goals.
Ann works from Indiana and conducts sessions in English. People interested in starting are asked to complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule based on the therapist’s availability.
Therapeutic approaches and how they fit online
Client-Centered Therapy focuses on understanding your experience and building a strong working relationship. The therapist listens without judgment and helps you identify what matters most so you can set clear goals.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, helps people spot unhelpful thinking patterns and try different behaviors. It is often used for anxiety, panic, and low mood by teaching concrete strategies to change thought and behavior cycles.
Dialectical Behavior Therapy, or DBT, emphasizes emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness. It can help when emotions feel overwhelming or when impulsive actions make problems worse.
Figuring out which approach fits best is a shared process. The therapist will talk with each person about needs, goals, and preferences, then suggest practical techniques to try. Plans can be adjusted over time based on what is working.
Specific session formats were not detailed in the provided biography, so confirm available options before booking. Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy life, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when needed. Licensed professionals can tailor session length and pacing to match work, school, or caregiving schedules without promising a particular format.
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Experience
17+ years
Listed in
Indiana
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns are addressed here?
Therapy covers stress, anxiety, panic-related issues, depression, grief, relationship strain, and addictions among other concerns listed in the profile.
How would you describe the therapeutic style?
The style is collaborative and client-centered, with practical techniques from CBT and DBT used when helpful to manage thoughts, emotions, and behaviors.
What is Ann Stancil’s background?
She graduated from Indiana University Northwest and has 17 years of clinical experience, including long-term work in a behavioral health center.
Where is the therapist located and what credentials does she hold?
She practices in Indiana and holds an LCSW, which is listed as the therapist’s credential.
In which languages are sessions offered?
Sessions are offered in English only.
Are sessions offered online or in person?
Please confirm current session options before booking, as specific formats were not listed in the biography.
How does pricing work for sessions?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What steps are needed to begin therapy?
Select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability.