Annette Butler

I believe that therapy works best when it is entirely tailored to who you are, rather than forcing you into a one-size-fits-all framework. Coming from a background in school social work, I am deeply familiar with navigating the fast-paced, real-world challenges that impact our daily lives, mental health, and relationships.

My practice is dedicated to teens, young adults, and young professionals who are navigating the beautiful, messy, and often stressful seasons of growth and transition. Whether you are an adolescent trying to figure out who you are in a chaotic world, a college student facing an uncertain future, or a young professional trying to survive corporate burnout, I am here to help. I support individuals who are walking through the heavy realities of anxiety, depression, and profound grief, as well as the everyday stress that comes with major life pivots.

I believe therapy is a collaborative, human-to-human partnership rather than a clinical lecture. Coming from a social work background, I don’t view you or your struggles in a vacuum; I look at the whole picture, including the systemic pressures, cultural identities, and environmental stressors that shape your daily life. In our sessions, I weave together deep, insight-oriented exploration with practical, everyday tools. We will use psychodynamic and humanistic approaches to safely look below the surface, helping you process your unique story, understand your past, and uncover the “why” behind old survival strategies or patterns. At the same time, I ground our work in the present moment by integrating structured skills from CBT and DBT. This ensures you leave our sessions with a tangible toolkit for nervous system grounding, reframing anxious thoughts, and managing intense emotions. Above all, my practice is a culturally affirming, social justice-oriented space where you set the pace, your identity is honored, and you are always treated as the ultimate expert on your own life