Anna Riddell, MSW, RSW

Anna is a Registered Social Worker who creates a safe, non-judgemental space for you to explore and heal from relational trauma, and life’s challenges.

Individuals seek Anna’s expertise when they are struggling with the following:

• Anxiety

• Depression

• Emotional regulation difficulties

• Negative self-talk

• Relational/Attachment trauma.

• Anna enjoys working with clients exploring neurodiversity, particularly Autism and ADHD. She can support with understanding and processing difficult emotions, problem-solving, and developing self compassion, as well as navigating neurodiversity at work and in relationships.

• Medical trauma

• Pre/Post partum difficulties and transitions.

In couples therapy, Anna is dedicated to supporting you and your partner with regaining a sense of emotional connection and safety. Anna works with monogamous and poly-amorous folks, of all sexualities and genders. Anna is here to support you and your partner(s) with healing, growing and repairing your connection. She passionate about supporting couples struggling with the following concerns:

• Communication difficulties.

• Infidelity

• Intimacy

• Pre/post partum relationship challenges

• Blended families and/or parenting concerns.

• Understanding emotional and relationship needs.

• She works with couples who may feel stuck in negative patterns of interaction, guiding them toward healthier communication styles and deeper understanding of one another.

• Supports couples in navigating situations where one or both partners have experienced trauma.

Her clinical work is grounded in EFT (Emotionally Focused Therapy) and attachment theory. She has additional training in Sex Therapy to support individuals with intimacy concerns. She also draws on other evidence-based approaches including IFS (Internal Family Systems) and DBT (Dialectical Behaviour Therapy).

Anna approaches her work with clients from a anti-oppressive and strengths based perspective. Anna's wide-ranging expertise, compassionate approach, and commitment to understanding the unique experiences of her clients make her a valuable ally in the journey toward emotional health and relational fulfillment.

Whether for individuals, couples, or parents, Anna is dedicated to facilitating meaningful growth and healing in a supportive environment.

To see whether Anna is a good fit, you can book a free 15 minute consultation.