Ann Soule , LCPC

Ann Soule is a licensed clinical counselor and experienced program manager who combines clinical training with hands-on work in substance use treatment. She is a married mother of two and a grandmother of two, one of whom has autism, and she draws on both professional expertise and personal perspective in her work. Ann holds a Bachelor’s degree in Human Development and Family Relations and a Master’s degree in Counselor Education (M.Ed). She is a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor - LCPC - and also holds certifications as a clinical supervisor and a nationally recognized counseling credential, which reflect her training and experience in the field.

For many years Ann has worked in opioid treatment, serving as the Program Manager of an Opioid Treatment Center where Medication Assisted Treatment - including methadone and Suboxone - is used as part of recovery for opioid addiction. Much of her clinical focus over time has been on substance use disorders, particularly opioid and alcohol-related addictions, and the mental health concerns that often accompany them. She approaches addiction as frequently rooted in underlying experiences and trauma, and she attends to associated problems such as depression, anxiety, grief, relationship strain, financial and career impacts, and shifts in identity that can follow prolonged use.

Ann uses an eclectic, client-centered approach that draws from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Prolonged Exposure, Gestalt, and Solution-Focused techniques, along with play, art methods, and dream processing when appropriate. Her philosophy emphasizes harm reduction, meeting people where they are, and acting as a guide at the side while celebrating progress both large and small. She is currently completing a 60-hour training on gambling addiction and plans to pursue certification as a financial therapist to further explore the links between money and mental health. Ann identifies as an LGBTQ+ ally and is open to working with individuals, families, and friends affected by these issues.

Therapeutic approaches and online care with Ann Soule

Ann Soule draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Motivational Interviewing as core tools in online work. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thoughts and behaviors, and it is commonly used for anxiety, depression, and coping with life changes. Motivational Interviewing is a collaborative, goal-oriented method that helps people explore their own reasons for change and strengthen commitment, often used in substance use and recovery work.

She also integrates Solution-Focused Therapy when appropriate - a brief, practical approach that concentrates on existing strengths and small steps toward achievable goals. Finding the right mix of methods is part of the therapeutic process; Ann will work collaboratively with clients to determine which approaches fit their needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting strategies as progress unfolds.

Online therapy with Ann is offered through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, making it easier to access care from home or during a busy schedule. These options provide flexibility for scheduling, allow continuity of support despite geographic limits, and make it possible to receive regular guidance and coaching without extra travel time.