Ann Kite , LCSW

Ann Kite is a California-licensed clinician with 28 years of professional experience. As an LCSW - a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who provides clinical assessment and therapeutic treatment - she has worked with people confronting stress and anxiety, LGBT-related concerns, trauma and abuse, and intimacy-related issues. She emphasizes respectful, sensitive, and compassionate care, creating an atmosphere where clients feel acknowledged and supported.

Ann adapts conversations and treatment plans to fit each person's unique situation, preferences, and goals rather than applying a one-size-fits-all approach. She understands that taking the first steps toward a happier, more fulfilling life requires courage, and she positions herself as a steady source of support and empowerment throughout that journey.

Her practice centers on collaborative work with clients to identify priorities and build practical strategies for change. Ann focuses on helping individuals gain clarity, strengthen coping skills, and move toward the outcomes they value most.

Therapeutic approaches for flexible online care

Ann Kite draws on client-centered therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), and motivational interviewing to guide online work. Client-centered therapy emphasizes empathy, active listening, and a nonjudgmental stance so clients can explore their values and build self-understanding - an approach that can be especially helpful for identity, relationship, and self-esteem concerns.

CBT focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thought patterns and behaviors. It is often used to address anxiety, depression, sleep and eating difficulties, obsessions and compulsions, and similar challenges by teaching practical skills for managing symptoms and improving daily functioning.

Motivational interviewing is a collaborative, goal-oriented method that helps people resolve ambivalence and strengthen motivation for change. It can support work on addictions, behavior change, and other areas where commitment and readiness are central.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Ann works collaboratively with clients to determine which methods best match their needs, goals, and preferences. Online sessions - whether by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging - offer flexibility and accessibility, making it easier to schedule regular appointments and maintain momentum in therapy while fitting treatment into a busy life.