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Mindfulness informed
Practical coping skills
Warm collaborative approach
About Annabel
Dr. Annabel Fields welcomes people who are ready to change how they feel and cope day to day. She focuses on the specific symptoms that interfere with routine life, rather than placing emphasis on labels. Dr. Fields aims to create a calm, accepting space where clients feel seen and respected as they work toward clearer goals.
She uses approaches drawn from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, and Mindfulness Therapy to address stress, anxiety, depression, and problems with motivation. Sessions often include practical strategies for managing strong emotions, improving communication, and handling life changes. Breathing and grounding skills are introduced when they help clients stay present and reduce reactivity.
Dr. Fields earned a doctorate in Clinical Psychology from Widener University in 2008 and holds the California Psychologist license PSY28382. Over 19 years she has practiced in a range of treatment settings, which informed her flexible, straightforward style. This background supports work with concerns such as grief, trauma and abuse, addictions, relationship and intimacy-related issues, and caregiver stress.
Her approach is collaborative and nonjudgmental. Together with each client she develops a treatment plan that fits current needs and life realities. The focus is on small, usable steps that build toward longer term change.
Sessions are offered in English and are based in California. Dr. Fields does not accept international clients. To begin, a short matching questionnaire is completed and appointments are scheduled according to therapist availability.
Mindful, practical approaches for online care
Dr. Fields uses a blend of Mindfulness Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to guide online work. Mindfulness Therapy introduces simple attention and breathing practices to help reduce reactivity and increase calm. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes listening and acceptance so people feel respected and understood as they set goals. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy focuses on specific thoughts and behaviors, offering hands-on strategies for anxiety, depression, and stress.
Finding the right mix of these approaches is part of the process. Dr. Fields collaborates with each person to identify what methods fit their needs and preferences. She adjusts the plan over time so the work stays practical and relevant to daily life.
Session formats are not specified in the biography, so confirm current options before booking. One practical benefit of online work is easier scheduling around daily routines, which can make regular sessions simpler to keep. Online visits can also allow for shorter check-ins when that better fits a busy day, or make it easier to focus on particular skills like breathing and thought exercises without travel time.
These summaries are based on the profile information listed on BetterHelp. Listing mindfulness as an approach does not mean a therapist holds a formal mindfulness training or certificate.
Frequently asked questions
What issues does Dr. Fields help address?
She works with stress, anxiety, depression, motivation struggles, and many life changes. Other areas include grief, trauma and abuse, addictions, and relationship or intimacy-related concerns.
How would you describe her therapeutic style?
Her style is warm and accepting, focusing on practical steps and active problem solving. She aims to help people feel seen and respected while working toward change.
What is her professional background?
She earned a doctorate in Clinical Psychology in 2008 and has 19 years of experience across different treatment settings. That experience shaped her flexible, straightforward approach.
Where is Dr. Fields licensed and located?
She holds a California Psychologist license listed as PSY28382 and practices from California.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the U.S. work with her?
She does not accept international clients.
How are fees and billing handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability, and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What are the first steps to begin therapy?
Choose the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions based on the therapist's available times.
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