Annabel Arana

Annabel is a dedicated mental health therapist with extensive experience supporting the emotional well-being of elementary school children. With an LMSW in Virginia and Maryland, she specializes in providing compassionate, developmentally appropriate counseling to help children navigate challenges such as anxiety, depression, and emotional regulation.

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She previously served as a school social worker, providing individual counseling to students and collaborated with educators and families to create supportive environments. With a deep understanding of the unique needs of young learners, she uses evidence-based approaches to empower children and foster resilience.

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Beyond clinical work, Annabel is committed to community engagement and has a passion for educating families and caregivers about mental health. She strives to build meaningful connections that promote the social and emotional growth of every child that she works with.

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Areas of Expertise:

• School age issues: 5-14

• CBT and Solution Focused Modalities

• Emotional Regulation/DBT