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01About Annette
Dr. Annette Burns Porter greets people who are feeling overwhelmed by stress, anxiety, grief, or life changes. She aims to help clients find clearer ways to cope, improve relationships, and move toward goals that feel meaningful to them.
Dr. Porter uses straightforward language and a collaborative style to make therapy easier to access and understand. She has 21 years of experience in both inpatient and outpatient settings.
That background includes work with people from varied cultural backgrounds and across different stages of life.
Background and approach
Her listed credentials are MD and LCPC; the MD is noted first and the LCPC is the state counseling license. Dr. Porter draws on a mix of practical methods rather than a single formula.
She commonly uses approaches such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, client-centered work, and mindfulness techniques. These methods are used to address anxiety, mood issues, trauma, addictive behaviors, relationship strain, and other concerns. In sessions she focuses on building concrete skills and clearer thinking.
That may include trying new coping skills, practicing mindful attention, changing unhelpful thought patterns, or strengthening communication. The work is collaborative - the client’s priorities shape each step of the process. She offers sessions that fit different needs, including options by phone, video, live chat, or text-based messaging.
People in Maryland can work with her in ways that match their schedule and daily life.
02Credentials
- LCPC (Maryland)
- License LC1621 · expires January 2027
- NPI
- 1518143387 · national provider identifier
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03Focus areas and approaches
Everything Annette lists on their public professional profile, in their own terms.
- Stress, Anxiety
- Addictions
- Trauma and abuse
- Grief
- Depression
- LGBT
- Relationship issues
- Family conflicts
- Intimacy-related issues
- Eating disorders
- Anger management
- Self esteem
- Bipolar disorder
- Coping with life changes
- Aging and geriatric issues
- Blended family issues
- Codependency
- Communication problems
- Drug and alcohol addiction
- Midlife crisis
- Veteran and Armed Forces Issues
- Mood disorders
- Postpartum depression
- Post-traumatic stress
- Social anxiety and phobia
- Women's issues
- Young adult issues
Methods Annette names
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
- Mindfulness Therapy
- Motivational Interviewing
- Psychodynamic Therapy
- Solution-Focused Therapy
- Trauma-Focused Therapy
These are the methods Annette names on their own professional profile. Naming an approach is not evidence of training or certification in it, and this directory checks no training records. Ask directly if it matters to you.
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04Online support
Approaches that guide online care
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice unhelpful thoughts and choose actions that match their values. It supports moving toward meaningful goals even when stress or painful feelings are present. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying and changing thought patterns and behaviors that keep problems going. It is often used for anxiety, depression, and mood concerns. Mindfulness Therapy trains attention to the present moment and can reduce reactivity, which helps with stress, anger, and emotional regulation.Finding the right approach is part of the work together. The therapist will talk with each person about goals, preferences, and what feels most useful. Together they decide which methods to try and adjust them as progress is made, keeping the process collaborative and practical.
Online formats include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, offering flexibility for different needs. Video is useful when visual cues matter and a longer session is needed. Phone can be easier when bandwidth is limited or for a shorter check-in. Live chat and text are helpful for frequent brief check-ins, asking quick questions, or keeping momentum between longer sessions. These options make it easier to fit therapy into work, caregiving, or other routines.
05Questions people ask
What concerns does this therapist address?
She works with stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, addictions, grief, relationship and intimacy issues, eating and anger concerns, bipolar and mood disorders, and coping with life changes.
What is the therapist's overall approach in sessions?
Sessions are collaborative and practical. Techniques come from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, CBT, DBT, mindfulness, and client-centered work to build skills and change unhelpful patterns.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has 21 years of experience working in inpatient and outpatient settings with people from diverse backgrounds across the lifespan.
What credentials and region are listed?
The profile lists MD and LCPC as credentials and shows the therapist is located in Maryland.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
In what formats can sessions be held?
The therapist offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to suit different schedules and preferences.
How is cost handled for therapy sessions?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What are the steps to begin working with this therapist?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and then scheduling according to the therapist's availability.
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