Anna McDonald

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW (she, her)

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5 Endorsed

Woodruff Avenue, Lakewood, CA 90713

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Feeling exhausted, anxious, and broken? Your relationship might be hanging by a thread, or you're uncertain about building a healthy, secure connection. Transition from survival to healing and peace with expert individual and couples therapy. Discover a place to thrive despite life's challenges. Move beyond the overwhelm. Explore tailored counseling to reclaim your well-being. It's time for a transformation.

Hi - I am Anna McDonald, Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW). I provide individual and couples therapy, going beyond traditional methods. I empower clients with research-based knowledge for lasting transformation. I personalize counseling to enhance well-being and assist my clients in navigating life's challenges, fostering true growth and resilience.

Surviving? Let's work together to help you start thriving! Experience empathetic individual and couples counseling. Specializing in anxiety, trauma, and perinatal therapy. Start your healing journey. Call for a FREE 15-minute consultation. Reach out and take the first step towards a brighter future now.

Call or Email Anna McDonald now for a free 15 minute consultation - (310) 907-7871

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Woodruff Avenue

Lakewood, CA 90713 map

(310) 907-7871

Thrive Therapy and Couples Counseling

Saint Petersburg, FL 33702

I offer hybrid therapy sessions with in-person sessions in Lakewood, CA on Mondays and virtual sessions Tuesday through Thursday.

I specialize in Anxiety, Marital and Premarital and Martial and Relationship Conflict

$200 Per Session, I accept insurance

I see individuals and couples

I'm Anna McDonald, founder and owner of thrive therapy & couples counseling, providing online therapy for anxiety, couples, and postpartum.

Let's Connect (310) 907-7871

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Woodruff Avenue

Lakewood, CA 90713 map

(310) 907-7871

Thrive Therapy and Couples Counseling

Saint Petersburg, FL 33702

I offer hybrid therapy sessions with in-person sessions in Lakewood, CA on Mondays and virtual sessions Tuesday through Thursday.

I specialize in Anxiety, Marital and Premarital and Martial and Relationship Conflict

$200 Per Session, I accept insurance

I see individuals and couples

I'm Anna McDonald, founder and owner of thrive therapy & couples counseling, providing online therapy for anxiety, couples, and postpartum.

Finances

Fees

Individual Sessions $200
Couple Sessions $300

Payment Methods

American Express, Discover, Mastercard, Visa

Insurance

Aetna
Out of Network

I accept Aetna and Optum insurances and offer a superbill upon request to submit for reimbursement with some insurance providers. I do not accept insurance with MediCal or Medicare.

Anna McDonald

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (310) 907-7871

I accept Aetna and Optum insurances and offer a superbill upon request to submit for reimbursement with some insurance providers. I do not accept insurance with MediCal or Medicare.

Anna McDonald

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (310) 907-7871

Qualifications

Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of California / LCSW100937 Anna McDonald

Education and Years In Practice

In Practice for 7 years

Attended Azusa Pacific University, Masters in Social Work, Graduated 2018

Additional Credentials

Certificate from Gottman Institute Certified Gottman Therapist / 2025

Anna McDonald

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. Email or (310) 907-7871

Anna McDonald

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. Email or (310) 907-7871

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

Anxiety
Marital and Premarital
Martial and Relationship Conflict

Expertise

ADHD
Divorce
LGBTQ+
Life Transitions
Mood Disorders
Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum
Relationship Issues
Self Esteem
Stress
Trauma and PTSD
Women's Issues

The main issues I help with are anxiety/panic attacks, couples in conflict and affair recovery, and perinatal mental health. A typical treatment plan involves setting goals for your treatment and identifying tools to help you reach those goals. The benefits you can expect from your treatment are healing from trauma, developing boundary-setting skills, and strengthening relationships.

Anna McDonald

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (310) 907-7871

Anna McDonald

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (310) 907-7871

5 Endorsements

Stacia Narasky

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

I have sent so many clients to Anna because my clients rave about her work with couples! She is kind, warm hearted and honest. This helps her clients feel supported but also fosters growth within the therapeutic environment! Highly recommend!

Lauren Turnbull

Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT

Anna is an incredibly skills clinician. We met during the Gottman level 3 training where her clinical experience and expertise in working with couples was extremely evident. She is direct, caring, and empathetic. Her personal candor is unbeatable!

Lauren Morales

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW

Anna and I meet together in a monthly consultation group where she demonstrates clinical expertise by weaving ongoing trainings into her caseload. Anna has background working with couples utilizing Gottman. Her warm presence is inviting and supportive.

Katy Caslav

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

Anna is a competent, compassionate, empathetic therapist. She is thoughtful in her interventions and provides excellent client care!

Yuki Shida

Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT

Anna is an expert couples therapist who has mastered the Gottman approach of couples therapy. Anna has dedicated her career to supporting people through life's toughest challenges in an empowering and approachable way. Highly recommend to any couple!

Client Focus

Age

Teen ,

Adults ,

Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals ,

Couples

Communities

Immuno-disorders ,

Single Parent

Religion

Christian

Age

Teen ,

Adults ,

Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals ,

Couples

Communities

Immuno-disorders ,

Single Parent

Religion

Christian

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Compassion Focused
Culturally Sensitive
Eclectic
Gottman Method
Interpersonal
Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
Narrative
Person-Centered
Positive Psychology
Psychodynamic
Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
Strength-Based
Trauma Focused

When treating couples I use the Gottman Method, which is based on over 45 years of research on couples. When treating individuals I use a combination of cognitive behavioral therapy, solution-focused, and insight-oriented treatment. Your experience in treatment will be that of learning new tools to manage conflict, communication, stress, and anxiety that lead to mental health challenges.

Anna McDonald

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (310) 907-7871

Anna McDonald

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (310) 907-7871

Location

Primary Location

Woodruff Avenue

Lakewood, CA 90713

(310) 907-7871

Email me

My website

Additional Location

Thrive Therapy and Couples Counseling

Saint Petersburg, FL 33702

(310) 907-7871

Nearby Areas

Cities

Counties

Zips

I offer hybrid therapy sessions with in-person sessions in Lakewood, CA on Mondays and virtual sessions Tuesday through Thursday.

Anna McDonald

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

Call for a free consultation now - (310) 907-7871

I offer hybrid therapy sessions with in-person sessions in Lakewood, CA on Mondays and virtual sessions Tuesday through Thursday.

Anna McDonald

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

Call for a free consultation now - (310) 907-7871