Biography
Ann Maring is a Licensed Social Worker and graduated from Arizona State University with a Masters Degree in Social Work. She has recently completed training through the PSI to provide perinatal mental health treatment. She has nearly 20 years of experience working with families in crisis in both child welfare and Friend of the Court. Her direct service with families and involvement with the Court offer a unique skillset and understanding of how mental health and Court involvement intersect.
Her experience lends itself to her work with families and individuals who are experiencing conflict related to divorce and difficulties co-parenting. In addition to these families, Ann has a passion for working with children in the foster care system as well as children, adolescents, and adults dealing with the difficulties and adjustments of daily life.
Ann approaches counseling from a solution focused and strengths based perspective, working to assist clients in finding ways to manage overwhelming and life-altering situations. She strives to create a space of mutual respect, trust, and awareness where you can begin the work of restoration to a full and meaningful life.
Client Focus
- Children (8 to 10)
- Preteens/Tweens (11 to 13)
- Adolescents/Teenagers (14 to 19)
- Adults
Issues
- Anxiety
- Depression
- Coping Skills
- Life Transitions
- Marital/Premarital
- Parenting
- Peer Relationships
- Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum
- Stress
Specialties
- Divorce
- Family Conflict
- Pregnancy
- Prenatal
- Postpartum
- Relationship Issues
- Immigration Hardship Waiver Letter Preparation
- Parent Coordination
- Co-parenting
Types of Therapy
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
- Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
- Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
- Strength-Based