Annette Skeen

Annette Skeen is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) based in South Carolina with 14 years of experience. She focuses on helping people cope with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, low self-esteem, depression, and major life changes. She aims to make sessions feel welcoming and collaborative so people can talk honestly about what’s going on in their lives.

She combines evidence-based therapeutic techniques with a relationship-centered style. That means she uses proven methods while paying close attention to each person’s story and strengths. Sessions are shaped around the goals a person brings and the pace that feels right for them.

Annette often works with people facing family-related concerns such as blended family issues, communication problems, divorce and separation, and family of origin difficulties. She also supports those dealing with abandonment and attachment issues, guilt and shame, and questions about life purpose and self-love.

She has experience addressing trauma-related concerns, including post-traumatic stress and issues common to first responders and veterans. Her approach keeps the therapeutic relationship at the center and adapts techniques to the needs of the individual.

Annette speaks English and practices in South Carolina. Her practice notes that session scheduling and cost vary by location and availability, and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time. Prospective clients are invited to start by completing a short matching questionnaire and scheduling according to availability.

How evidence-based methods translate to online care

Annette describes her work as a blend of relationship-centered care and evidence-based therapeutic techniques. Two common evidence-based approaches that fit this description are short-term problem-focused work and trauma-informed strategies. Problem-focused work targets specific symptoms like anxiety or depression with structured techniques to build coping skills and reduce distress. Trauma-informed strategies prioritize safety and pacing while addressing symptoms of post-traumatic stress and the impacts of abuse.

Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will listen to your concerns, discuss possible methods, and adapt the plan to fit your goals and preferences. That collaboration helps ensure therapy stays practical and relevant to everyday life.

The biography does not list which online session formats are offered, so confirm current options before booking. In general, online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy schedule and cut down travel time. It can also allow shorter check-ins when schedules are tight, or reduce the need to be on camera when that helps someone focus. Licensed professionals can tailor session frequency and tools to support progress without requiring a specific in-person arrangement.