- 20 years experience
- LMFT
- LGBTQIA+ friendly
About Annie
Annie Mays is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) in Oregon with 20 years of clinical experience. She greets new visitors warmly and aims to create a space where people feel seen and supported. Annie focuses on helping people manage depression along with related concerns like anxiety, stress, and substance use. She is comfortable working with people who identify as LGBTQIA+ and those navigating gender dysphoria.
Annie describes her way of working as collaborative and grounded. Sessions start with mutual questions so both parties can decide if it feels like a good fit. She tries to offer warmth and steady presence while also encouraging growth at a pace that feels manageable. Clients can expect a mix of listening, reflection, and practical guidance.
Her approach draws on several therapies to match each person’s needs. Narrative therapy helps people make sense of their life story and change unhelpful patterns. Internal Family Systems invites a gentler look at the different parts of the self and how they interact. Attachment-based ideas are used to notice patterns that developed in close relationships.
Annie often works with people struggling with eating and body image concerns, addictions, panic, and mood disorders. She also addresses relationship wounds, family of origin issues, and questions about life purpose. The tone in sessions is direct yet caring, with space for both practical steps and deeper personal exploration.
If someone is thinking about beginning therapy, Annie asks them to try a first session as a chance to get to know each other. That initial meeting is framed as a mutual interview where goals and next steps are laid out together.
Annie describes her way of working as collaborative and grounded. Sessions start with mutual questions so both parties can decide if it feels like a good fit. She tries to offer warmth and steady presence while also encouraging growth at a pace that feels manageable. Clients can expect a mix of listening, reflection, and practical guidance.
Her approach draws on several therapies to match each person’s needs. Narrative therapy helps people make sense of their life story and change unhelpful patterns. Internal Family Systems invites a gentler look at the different parts of the self and how they interact. Attachment-based ideas are used to notice patterns that developed in close relationships.
Annie often works with people struggling with eating and body image concerns, addictions, panic, and mood disorders. She also addresses relationship wounds, family of origin issues, and questions about life purpose. The tone in sessions is direct yet caring, with space for both practical steps and deeper personal exploration.
If someone is thinking about beginning therapy, Annie asks them to try a first session as a chance to get to know each other. That initial meeting is framed as a mutual interview where goals and next steps are laid out together.
This summary is based on the profile information listed on BetterHelp.