Anna Mansour

My own experiences with grief and loss, being an adoptee, and growing up as a Middle Eastern woman in a family with diverse experiences of identity and relationships have shaped my desire to support others through the experiences that make us who we are. Through my own journey, I found my path toward healing and learned the importance of having a safe, compassionate space to explore grief, identity, and the experiences we carry. I’ve always loved children and have over five years of experience supporting children as both a teacher and clinician, while also working with teens and adults. As a naturally creative person, I’m drawn to art, play, and self-expression as meaningful ways to connect and explore identity. I strive to practice with unconditional positive regard, meeting each client with warmth, curiosity, and acceptance while honoring their unique story and journey.

I work best with children, teens, and adults who are navigating grief and loss, identity exploration, life transitions, or emotional challenges. I especially enjoy working with clients exploring their identity, including LGBTQ+ clients, and those who benefit from creative approaches such as art, play, and selfexpression. I strive to provide a warm, affirming, and nonjudgmental space where each person feels safe to explore who they are and what they are experiencing.

I wish every client knew that simply showing up is one of the most important parts of the healing process. You don’t have to have everything figured out or know exactly what you need from therapy. Healing isn’t linear, and progress can look different for everyone. Coming as you are, being open to the process, and taking small steps forward can make a meaningful difference.

In our first session, I’ll focus on getting to know you, understanding what brings you to therapy, and creating a space where you feel comfortable being yourself. We’ll talk about your goals, experiences, and what you hope to gain from therapy, while beginning to build a trusting therapeutic relationship. Early sessions are collaborative and paced around your needs—we’ll work together to understand what feels most helpful and develop an approach that supports your growth and healing.

My practice is grounded in the belief that every person has a unique story, and that feeling genuinely seen and accepted can be an important part of healing. My experiences with grief and loss, adoption, identity, and growing up as a Middle Eastern woman have given me a deep appreciation for the complexity of our individual stories. I’m also a naturally creative person and bring curiosity, openness, and a love of art and self-expression into my work. Above all, I value authenticity, compassion, unconditional positive regard, and meeting people exactly where they are.

I believe therapy should be as unique as the person sitting across from me. I take time to understand each client’s personality, experiences, culture, identity, strengths, and goals, and I adjust my approach accordingly. I may incorporate conversation, art, play, creativity, mindfulness, or other therapeutic tools depending on what feels most meaningful and effective. I collaborate with clients throughout the process and remain flexible as their needs and goals evolve.