ANNA COLLINS, M.ED., NCC

Therapeutic Style: Anna sees each client as a whole person with unique experiences, perspectives, and emotions. She strives to build authentic, trusting relationships where a client feels free and supported to explore their emotions, learn healthy coping skills, and build strong support systems outside of therapy. Her goal is to work with clients and help them grow so that she is no longer needed. She works from a person-centered framework integrated with DBT and/or a trauma focused approach when needed.

Educational History: Anna graduated from Purdue University with a B.S. in Brain & Behavioral Science and a B.S. in Human Development. She then attended and graduated from Vanderbilt University with a M.Ed. in Clinical Mental Health Counseling.

Certifications/Experience: Anna has experience as an intern at Joint Base San Antonio where she worked with families and children with the Military Life & Family Counselors on all three bases. She also interned and worked for a Child Advocacy Center as a therapist. Anna is currently being trained in comprehensive DBT.

Favorite Self-Care: Reading, Hot Yoga, Being in the sun (preferably while on a beach), watching funny Tik Toks, and listening to live music.

Hobbies: Dancing, playing with her mini dachshund Henry, Watching the Titans win football games, Weight lifting, and cooking

Strengths: Compassionate, Friendly, Patient, Organized, Committed