Profile / United States
Annis Reyes Frias, LCSW
Arizona
LCSW - Anxiety and Trauma focus
See online therapy options- CBT and ACT methods
- EMDR when appropriate
- Sessions in English Spanish
About Annis
Annis Reyes Frias is an LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker) with 13 years of professional experience based in Arizona. She focuses on stress, anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, trauma and abuse, self-esteem, and coping with life changes. She also pays attention to communication problems, divorce and separation, life purpose, and self-love.
She works with adults who feel stuck by anxiety, sadness, or major life transitions. Sessions focus on noticing unhelpful thoughts and testing new ways of responding. Conversations are practical and concrete. The aim is clearer thinking and steadier coping in day-to-day life.
Her approach blends Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) with Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and client-centered methods. She also uses EMDR and hypnotherapy when appropriate for processing traumatic memories. In practice this means identifying thinking patterns, practicing new behaviors, and addressing painful memories in careful steps.
Sessions typically include goal-setting, skill practice, and brief at-home exercises to track progress between meetings. She works to help people widen their options - for example, trying new communication styles or small behavior changes that reduce stress.
Work is conducted in English and Spanish. Notes about scheduling, formats, and costs vary by location; readers should confirm current session options and payment details before booking. To begin, clients are asked to complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule a first session.
How her online sessions use CBT, ACT and client-centered work
She uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help people notice patterns of thinking that increase worry or low mood, and then to practice different responses. CBT sessions often include short exercises and homework to try in daily life. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) is used to help people clarify values and take small actions that matter to them, even when difficult feelings are present. Client-centered work focuses on listening and reflecting so people can find their own solutions and priorities.Deciding which approach to use is a joint process. The therapist will review a person's goals, symptom patterns, and preferences and suggest one or a mix of methods. Clients can expect a collaborative discussion about what feels most helpful and adjustments over time based on what works.
Session formats are not specified in the biography, so confirm current options before booking. Practical benefits of remote work include fitting sessions into a busy schedule, shorter check-ins when time is limited, and being able to avoid travel. Online sessions can make it easier to practice tools between meetings and to continue work during life transitions without a commute.
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Experience
13+ years
Listed in
Illinois, Arizona
Languages
English, Spanish
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she address most often?
She commonly works with stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, relationship problems, low self-esteem, and life transitions.
How does she use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy?
She uses CBT to identify unhelpful thoughts and test new ways of behaving. Sessions include practical tools and short exercises to try between meetings.
What is her professional background?
She has 13 years of professional experience and holds an LCSW credential.
Where is she licensed and practicing?
She practices in Arizona and holds LCSW licensure in Illinois and Arizona.
Which languages are supported in sessions?
Sessions are offered in English and Spanish.
Does she take clients outside the country?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How are session costs handled?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Start by selecting the See online therapy options button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and scheduling a first session.
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