- Attachment patterns
- Cognitive techniques
- Motivation work
About AnneMarie
AnneMarie Winic is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) practicing in California with 24 years of professional experience. She works with adults on common concerns such as stress, anxiety, relationship difficulties, parenting questions, low self-esteem, and depression. She also addresses issues related to attachment, caregiver stress, codependency, guilt and shame, and communication problems.
Her approach centers on clear, respectful conversation and practical steps. She listens for what matters most to each person and shapes sessions around those priorities. Expect straightforward dialogue that looks at patterns of thought and behavior and ways to shift them.
AnneMarie uses several evidence-informed methods to guide the work. She draws on Attachment-Based ideas to understand relational patterns, Client-Centered habits to prioritize the person's perspective, and Cognitive Behavioral techniques to spot and change unhelpful thinking. She also brings Dialectical Behavior Therapy skills and Motivational Interviewing tools when they fit the situation.
Sessions often focus on daily problems people recognize - trouble speaking up, repeating old family patterns, feeling stuck in guilt or shame, or struggling to balance caregiving and work. AnneMarie helps people name those patterns and try manageable changes between meetings.
She offers services in English and American Sign Language. For people in California seeking a practical, conversation-based approach to emotional struggles, she provides an experienced, steady presence in the work.
How her approaches translate to online work
AnneMarie often draws on Attachment-Based Therapy to map how early relationships shape current interaction patterns, which can help with trust, communication, and repetitive relationship difficulties. She also uses Client-Centered Therapy to prioritize the person's perspective and pace, letting the client's concerns set the agenda. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is used to identify unhelpful thoughts and test small behavioral changes between sessions, useful for anxiety, low mood, and guilt-related thinking.Finding the right mix of approaches is part of the work. The therapist will collaborate with the person to decide which methods fit their goals and preferences. That choice may shift over time as practical needs and priorities become clearer.
Session formats are not detailed in the biography, so confirm the current options before booking. One practical benefit of online sessions is easier scheduling around work or caregiving, which can make regular check-ins more achievable. Another is that certain tools used in CBT or DBT - like worksheets and skill practice - translate well to remote meetings, making it possible to try concrete strategies between sessions without extra travel.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
24+ years
Listed in
California
Languages
English, American Sign Language
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does she address?
She works with stress, anxiety, relationship issues, parenting concerns, low self-esteem, and depression. Additional areas include attachment issues, caregiver stress, codependency, guilt and shame, and workplace problems.
How would you describe her therapeutic style?
She uses clear, respectful conversation and practical steps. Techniques are drawn from client-centered work, CBT, DBT, and attachment-focused approaches.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has 24 years of professional experience working with adults on emotional and relationship concerns.
What are her credentials and where is she based?
She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensed in California and practices in that state.
Which languages are supported in sessions?
Sessions are offered in English and American Sign Language.
Does she work with international clients?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How are sessions structured and what formats are offered?
Please confirm current session options before booking, as the biography does not list specific formats. The therapist will provide details when you begin the matching process.
How are fees handled and how do I get started?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time. To begin, use the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger or thinking about harming yourself, use the crisis numbers.