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Dr. Annabel Fields

Dr. Annabel Fields, CA Psychologist PSY28382

Therapist in California

Compassionate psychologist focused on daily functioning

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  • Depression and anxiety
  • CBT and mindfulness
  • LGBTQ informed

About Annabel

Dr. Annabel Fields welcomes people who are feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or worn down by daily stress. She speaks plainly about problems like depression, anxiety, anger, low self-esteem, and major life changes. Dr. Fields has nearly two decades of experience helping people untangle symptoms that interfere with everyday life. She aims to create an accepting space where clients feel seen and respected.

Her approach starts with listening to what is hardest right now. She uses Client-Centered Therapy to follow each person's priorities and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to identify thoughts and behaviors that keep problems going. Mindfulness techniques and solution-focused ideas are also used when they fit the situation.

Dr. Fields earned a doctorate in Clinical Psychology from Widener University in 2008 and holds a California Psychologist license, CA Psychologist PSY28382. Her background includes work across multiple treatment settings, which exposed her to a wide range of concerns and life circumstances. She brings that variety into practical, down-to-earth sessions.

She works with people of all backgrounds and sexual orientations and is knowledgeable about LGBTQ issues, gender identity concerns, and relationship styles including monogamous and polyamorous arrangements. Additional focus areas include caregiver stress, chronic illness, addiction, trauma, grief, and intimacy-related concerns.

To begin, Dr. Fields partners with each person to build a tailored plan. That plan names small, manageable steps so progress is clear. The goal is to help clients move from where they are now to where they want to be, one step at a time.

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How specific approaches guide online work

Dr. Fields often draws from Client-Centered Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to shape her work. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes listening closely to what matters to each person, and building goals around their priorities. This approach helps when someone needs space to be heard and to decide what they want to change. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy focuses on the links between thoughts, feelings, and actions and uses targeted exercises to reduce symptoms like depression and anxiety.

Finding the right approach is part of the early work. She will collaborate with each person to choose methods that fit their goals, comfort level, and daily routine. Together they check what helps and adjust the plan over time, so the therapy stays practical and relevant.

Session formats are not specified in the biography, so please confirm available options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy life, reduce travel time, and allow for shorter check-ins when schedules are tight. They also let people use mindfulness exercises, homework, and behavioral experiments between meetings to speed progress without requiring extra commute time.

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of problems does she address?

She works with a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, stress, anger, grief, trauma, addiction, relationship and intimacy issues, caregiver strain, and chronic illness.

How would you describe her therapeutic style?

Her approach is warm and accepting with an emphasis on listening first. She helps people set practical goals and uses clear steps to address symptoms that interfere with daily life.

What is her professional background?

She earned a doctorate in Clinical Psychology in 2008 and has about 19 years of clinical experience working in multiple treatment settings with diverse concerns.

Where is she licensed and based?

She is based in California and holds a California Psychologist credential listed as CA Psychologist PSY28382.

Which languages are sessions offered in?

Sessions are offered in English.

Can people outside the U.S. work with her?

She does not accept international clients at this time.

How are sessions scheduled and paid for?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

What should I do to begin working together?

Use the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule according to therapist availability.

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