Experience with Children, Adolescents, and Young Adults

I am a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) with sixteen years of experience.  I have a background in school social work and clinical supervision in Scott County and Ramsey County. For sixteen years, I have worked with youth and families in schools and community parent programs in Scott County.  From this experience I understand the stressors that children and families are surrounded by daily and the strategies they can use in order to grow and change.

My therapeutic experience and training includes the diagnosis and treatment for

• Autism Spectrum Disorders
• Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
• Depression
• Anxiety
• Social Phobia
• Sensory Integration Disorder (SID)
• Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
• Anger Management

In addition, I have counseled those dealing with

• Relationship problems
• Divorce
• Gay and lesbian parenting concerns
• School readiness
• Separation anxiety

My therapeutic skills with clients include:

• Play therapy techniques
• Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
• Narrative Therapy
• Brief Solution Focused Therapy
• Psychodynamic
• Family Systems
• Mindfulness
• Structured TEACCH

Email: anne@ajfordtherapy.com
Work Phone:
(952) 470-1186
Cell Phone:
(612) 817-1757