Ansley Bannister, LCSW, CSW

Ansley Bannister, LCSW, CSW, brings a background in community mental health to her work as a therapist, combining years of social work experience with a focused clinical practice. She has eight years of experience as a social worker and four years providing therapy, supporting people facing depression, anxiety, mood swings, anger, isolation, and relationship challenges. Ansley centers her work on the individual - tailoring care to each person's goals while remaining trauma informed and attentive to the recovery process.

Her approach emphasizes collaboration; she views therapy as a partnership in which the client and therapist work together to identify priorities and build practical skills. Training in Recovery Oriented Cognitive Therapy and Dialectical Behavior Therapy informs her clinical methods, offering strategies for emotion regulation, interpersonal effectiveness, and long-term recovery. Ansley holds professional social work credentials as an LCSW and CSW, indicating licensed social work practice and clinical specialization.

Ansley focuses on common concerns such as stress, anxiety, anger, self-esteem, bipolar disorder, depression, and related mood or communication difficulties. She also addresses issues like guilt and shame, impulsivity, isolation, and broader mood disorders, using evidence-informed techniques to help people navigate life transitions and improve daily functioning.