Anna has been able to help me transform fear into action. She has given me tools to apply to my life in order to accept the present and live in it. I am grateful for her and will continue to revisit therapy when I need new tools and perspectives.
Anna Hood, LPC
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through BetterHelp
At a glance
Anna is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.
- 4.5 stars
- Clients are very satisfied with Anna. View 10 reviews
- Speaks English
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in Tennessee
Recent reviews
I love my therapist but I really need these surveys to stop happening all the time. Like there is no option to move past it and I am not in the mental state to be doing this right now. How many times are you going to make me do this survey.
More about Anna
- 11 years' experience
- Female
- LPC
Hello, I'm Anna Jolene Reed Hood, LPC-MHSP. Please call me Jolene as that is my preferred name. As a licensed professional counselor, I am primarily interested in helping others work through their troubles-whether it is something from the past, the present, or even the future. As humans, we can have so many concerns, worries, fears, anxieties, unresolved trauma, anger, relationship challenges, and/or other day to day issues, that at times life can be overwhelming. I am here to help. My greatest hope is that through building a trusting relationship with me, you and I can address anything that is bothering you, from the miniscule to the gigantic, so that you can live a better life. In order to help you, I use a collaborative approach that is supportive, encouraging, and rooted in respect.
My training is through Radford University where I earned a Master's degree in counseling and human development. I am also trained as a yoga and meditation teacher which I often bring to the counseling setting. Additionally, I am trained in neurofeedback, psychodrama, sociometry, and suicide prevention. I have worked in the helping profession for 15 years and consider helping others to be one of my life's greatest purposes. I have worked with individuals across the lifespan from early childhood to late adulthood to address any number of issues, including depression, anxiety, stage of life concerns, serious mental illness, sociopathy and criminality, trauma, sexual abuse, and relationship issues. My greatest passion in this work is the opportunity to get to know clients whereby I am allowed and entrusted with sacred stories. It takes a brave person to allow another to know them so well and I hope you will entrust me with that honor.
Specialties
Stress
Anxiety
Relationship issues
Trauma and abuse
Self esteem
Depression
Addictions
LGBT
Family conflicts
Grief
Intimacy-related issues
Eating disorders
Sleeping disorders
Parenting issues
Anger management
Bipolar disorder
Coping with life changes
Compassion fatigue
ADHD
Abandonment
Adoption and foster care
Attachment issues
Autism and Asperger Syndrome
Blended family issues
Body image
Codependency
Commitment issues
Communication problems
Control issues
Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)
Dissociation
Divorce and separation
Domestic violence
Drug and alcohol addiction
Eating and food-related issues
Family of origin issues
Family problems
Forgiveness
Guilt and shame
Hoarding
Impulsivity
Isolation / loneliness
Life purpose
Midlife crisis
Money and financial issues
Mood disorders
Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD
Panic disorder and panic attacks
Personality disorders
Phobias
Post-traumatic stress
Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)
Self-harm
Self-love
Sex addiction
Sexual assault and abuse
Sexuality
Social anxiety and phobia
Trichotillomania
Women's issues
Workplace issues
Young adult issues
Treatment Approaches
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Existential Therapy
- Mindfulness Therapy
- Motivational Interviewing
- Narrative Therapy
- Solution-Focused Therapy
- Trauma-Focused Therapy
Licenses
Anna Hood's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1952500399.
- LPC · Tennessee · 3186 · Expires July 2025
About online counseling
- Affordable.
- Pay a low flat fee.
- Convenient.
- Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
- Available now.
- There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.
Online counseling, also known as teletherapy, is a method of delivering mental health services through digital means such as video conferencing, phone calls, or messaging platforms. It can be an ideal option for individuals who have difficulty accessing traditional therapy due to geographical distance, time constraints, or personal preferences like privacy and comfort. Many people find it easier to open up from the familiarity of their own space.
Teletherapy has been found to be highly effective, with studies showing that it can produce similar outcomes to in-person therapy, particularly for issues like anxiety, depression, and PTSD. The flexibility and accessibility it offers make it a valuable alternative to conventional therapy settings.
Reviews for Anna Hood
All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.
Overall rating:
Anna has been able to help me transform fear into action. She has given me tools to apply to my life in order to accept the present and live in it. I am grateful for her and will continue to revisit therapy when I need new tools and perspectives.
I love my therapist but I really need these surveys to stop happening all the time. Like there is no option to move past it and I am not in the mental state to be doing this right now. How many times are you going to make me do this survey.
Amazing
She's doing a great job of keeping me on track and validating the feelings that need to be as well as explaining about the ones that don't.
She is easy to talk to, and understands what I need.
It was great working with Jolene. Throughout several sessions with her, she helped me address many issues I had within myself and my interpersonal relationships. She is a great listener and was very thoughtful with her replies and advice. She is definitely one of the easiest and nicest people I've spoken with.
Anna is amazing !! She offers great insight, support, and has helped me change how I view the world. She is the real deal and very down to earth. I’m very grateful to be matched with such a talented professional.
Mrs. Hood is a great listener. She gives me ideas for better communication.
We have only had one session, but she seems genuinely interested in finding different avenues of approach to what haunts me. She seems kind and poised. Definitely someone I feel comfortable talking to. I have a long list of things to confront, and she seems patient and understanding to helping me figure out the best thing to focus on.
Jolene (Anna Hood) is an exceptional councelor. She is very kind and understanding. I don’t feel pressured or that there is any judgement from her. She is very good at reassuring and makes it a point to take notice details and point them out. She uses both logic and emotion to help guide me through my issues and it has been tremendously helpful. I’m very thankful for her expertise. She is patient and will respond to every different detail even if you throw a ton out at once.
Frequently asked questions
Does Anna Hood offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Anna Hood works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.
What language(s) does Anna Hood speak?
Anna Hood speaks English.
How many years of experience does Anna Hood have?
Anna Hood has 11 years of experience.
Where is Anna Hood licensed to practice?
Anna Hood is licensed to practice in Tennessee.
Does Anna Hood accept clients outside of the United States?
No, Anna Hood does not accept clients outside of the United States.
Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?
Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."
What treatment approaches does Anna Hood offer?
Anna Hood offers clients Client-Centered Therapy, Existential Therapy, Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Narrative Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Trauma-Focused Therapy.
How can I communicate with Anna Hood?
Anna Hood can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.
How do I get started with Anna Hood?
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