Doctor Annie Stokesberry, PsyD
Doctor Annie Stokesberry, Psy.D. is a clinical psychologist who provides marital and family therapy, as well as individual psychotherapy for children, adolescents, and adults. Doctor Annie is a graduate of Roosevelt University in Chicago and has more than 20 years of experience treating both children and adults in a variety of settings; private practice, school environments, and inpatient facilities. Doctor Annie is a behavioral specialist and aids parents in identifying challenging areas and addresses ongoing concerns by designing tailored interventions, and parenting strategies to best assist their child, who may have challenges with peers, emotional regulation, and academic pursuits, while simultaneously seeking to reinforce a positive response to rules and directions while fostering patient motivation and engagement in their day to day life. Doctor Annie values individual perspectives and internal experiences, and has found that she has developed a niche with hesitant or resistant individuals who might be unsure about the therapeutic process.
Her curiosity and accepting nature has resulted in a unique ability to build meaningful connections which fosters trust and supports the therapeutic process.
Doctor Annie is considered an expert in the treatment of PTSD and trauma, she has received extensive, specialized training regarding patient somatic experience. Her process is critical to helping patients of all ages begin to better understand and regulate a nervous system impacted by traumatic life experiences. Doctor Annie believes this process is critical as she subscribes to more progressive treatment modalities that go beyond CBT - cognitive behavioral therapy, as she strives to address problematic behaviors related to an array of symptoms a patient may be experiencing. She also works with severe emotional behaviors such as ADHD, complex relational challenges, and identity development with young adults and adolescents.
Doctor Annie has specialized training in progressive models of treatment such as Play Therapy and Sand Tray while also utilizing elements of ecotherapy and art therapy. She also specializes in patient assessment, in order to provide a diagnosis that fosters individual development and personal understanding throughout the therapeutic process. Doctor Annie herself understands the symptoms of ADHD, which has allowed her to build deeper connections based on trust and mutual rapport when working with children, especially those with an ADHD diagnosis. Her work often goes beyond the walls of the office as she is involved in 504 and IEP treatment plans to support children in their academic pursuits. Doctor Annie also facilitates family involvement and connection through psychological education regarding trauma and ADHD, as well as behavioral and identity challenges a patient may face.
