About

Anne N. Kamau, LPC

Licensed in Maryland and Virginia

Psychotherapist, teacher, and fellow seeker of the truth

Mental health challenges are very common. Most people will experience at least one episode of a mental health challenge in a lifetime.

Hello, I am Anne Kamau. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC). I help adults age 18 and above. I am licensed in Virginia and Maryland.

My specialties are self-esteem, anxiety, toxic / problem relationships, depression, and trauma.

These challenges can hold you back. They can rob you of your peace, calmness, happiness, and life enjoyment. They can make you feel lonely and isolated. They can make you feel like you are going through the motions of life, or even feel directionless.

I help women over the age of 30 who feel stuck in toxic / unhealthy relationships. These relationships are often frustrating and emotionally draining, causing self-doubt. They may be manipulative or exploitative.

I also help those who may not be in a relationship now, but have found it hard to break the patterns of getting into bad relationships.

If life has knocked you down, if you are struggling, do not suffer alone. Help is available. Reach out.

I have 15+ years of experience working in mental health. I have worked in community mental health programs, psychiatric hospitals, and private practice.

I am trained in Intensive Short-Term Dynamic Psychotherapy (ISTPD) at the Washington School of Psychiatry and the ISTDP Institute.

Born in Kenya, trained and practicing in the U.S., I bring a unique blend of experience and cultural understanding that comes from living in different cultures.

I have a deep appreciation for the uniqueness of each individual. I also appreciate the commonalities to be found among us regardless of race or geography.

Outside of therapy, some of my favorite activities are reading, gardening, tennis, swimming, and enjoying nature.

Professional Experience

I have devoted myself since 2009 to studying and understanding the role of anxiety/stress in psychological problems. Anxiety has a very important intersection with many of the psychological difficulties people experience and for which they seek psychotherapy, yet is almost universally misunderstood. Anxiety may be influencing your decisions in ways you don’t even realize.

I work with and receive ongoing clinical supervision from some of the top psychotherapists in the field, unlike most therapists, who stop supervision once they become licensed. I believe ongoing clinical supervision is critical for maintaining psychotherapy skills and eliminating psychotherapists’ blind spots.

Qualifications

Post-licensure professional training

Washington School of Psychiatry

Intensive Short-Term Dynamic Psychotherapy (ISTDP)

Professional training

Masters in Counseling

Seton Hall University, NJ.

Bachelors of Arts in Education

Moi University, Kenya