Therapist profile
Dr. Annabel Fields, CA Psychologist PSY28382
California psychologist - family and parenting focus
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- CBT techniques
- Client-centered work
- Mindfulness skills
About Annabel
Dr. Annabel Fields is a California psychologist (CA Psychologist PSY28382) with 19 years of experience. She focuses on everyday problems that make life harder, such as stress, anxiety, depression, anger, relationship and parenting concerns, and substance issues. She also addresses issues connected to identity and sexuality, including LGBT and gender-related concerns.
Her approach centers on what is causing trouble in daily life rather than on labels. She uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Client-Centered Therapy alongside other methods to help people change unhelpful thoughts and test new behaviors. Mindfulness and solution-focused techniques are also part of her work when they fit the person's needs.
Dr. Fields earned a doctorate in Clinical Psychology from Widener University in 2008 and holds the CA Psychologist credential PSY28382. She has worked in a range of treatment settings and has experience with concerns such as motivation, grief, chronic illness stress, and caregiver strain. This background informs practical strategies for managing symptoms and everyday tasks.
In sessions she listens for what is getting in the way of daily functioning. She helps people set concrete goals and tries interventions that can be measured and adjusted over time. That might mean pacing exposure to anxious situations, practicing communication skills, or using brief motivational techniques for substance use.
People looking to begin fill out an online matching questionnaire and schedule a first session. Cost varies by location, and the subscription used for sessions can be canceled at any time.
How sessions work
How her approaches are used in online sessions
Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening and reflecting. The therapist follows the person's concerns and responds in a way that helps someone clarify goals and values. This approach supports discussions about identity, relationships, and emotional struggles.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) addresses patterns of thinking and behavior that maintain symptoms. Sessions often include setting specific goals, trying small behavior changes, and tracking progress. CBT is commonly used for anxiety, depression, anger, and stress-related problems.
Mindfulness Therapy teaches simple attention and breathing practices to reduce reactivity and improve moment-to-moment coping. These skills can help with stress, chronic pain, and impulse-related concerns.
Choosing the right approach is part of the work. The therapist collaborates with each person to match methods to their goals and preferences. She checks in and adjusts strategies if something is not helping.
Session logistics should be confirmed before booking since formats were not specified in the profile. Many people find online sessions easier to fit into a day, require less travel time, and allow for shorter check-ins when schedules are tight. Ask about the available session formats and scheduling options when you complete the matching questionnaire.
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Experience
19+ years
Listed in
California
Languages
English
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Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does she help with?
She works with stress, anxiety, depression, anger, relationship and parenting concerns, addiction issues, grief, and a range of identity and intimacy-related matters.
What style of therapy does she use?
Her work draws on Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, mindfulness, Motivational Interviewing, and solution-focused techniques to address practical problems.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has 19 years of professional experience and completed a doctorate in Clinical Psychology in 2008.
What credential does she hold and where is she based?
She is a California psychologist with the credential CA Psychologist PSY28382 and practices from California.
Does she offer sessions in other languages or to international clients?
Sessions are offered in English. She is not accepting international clients.
What session formats are available?
The original profile does not list specific session formats. Confirm current session options with the provider before booking.
How much do sessions cost?
Cost varies with location; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Begin by selecting the See online therapy options button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and scheduling a first session.
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