It can be exhausting searching for meaning and purpose when anxiety, depression, or past relational wounds leave you feeling disconnected from your daily life. Whether you are navigating a major life transition, trauma, or the challenges of living with a disability, you do not have to walk this path alone.
My name is Dr. Annemarie Connor, PhD, OTR/L, RMHCI, and I support adults who are seeking relief from troubling symptoms and looking to reclaim joy in their daily roles as workers, friends, and family members.
I began my career over 25 years ago as an Occupational Therapist and have expanded my clinical services to include Mental Health Counseling as a Registered Mental Health Counselor Intern. Grounded in a Rogerian approach, I prioritize genuineness, empathy, and unconditional positive regard. To deepen this foundation, I am pursuing advanced post-graduate training as a psychoanalytic candidate at the C.G. Jung Institute – Zurich. This specialized credential allows my approach to go beyond person-centered care to explore unconscious motivations and projections using Jungian methods, including dreamwork, active imagination, and expressive arts. With graduate training in analytical psychology and holistic health, I hold space for how trauma impacts the mind, body, and soul.
In addition to my clinical work, I earned my PhD in Rehabilitation Counseling from Michigan State University and serve as an Associate Professor in the Department of Rehabilitation Sciences at Florida Gulf Coast University. My research focuses on psychological wellness, social inclusion, and career development for neurodiverse individuals. I have published more than 20 peer-reviewed articles and book chapters, presented internationally, and served as principal investigator on community participatory projects. I also lead an Autism Caregivers Support group, bringing community-based support to families. This research and group work deeply inform my care for individuals and families navigating adjustment to disability and building long-term resilience.
How I Can Help
- In-Person & Virtual Care: I provide flexible care options to fit your lifestyle, offering in-person sessions in Naples as well as telehealth options for clients throughout the state of Florida.
- Weekend Availability: I offer flexible scheduling options, including Saturday hours, to accommodate your busy lifestyle and commitments.
- Anxiety & Depression Relief: Helping you discover practical coping strategies and deeper purpose in your personal and professional roles.
- Jungian & Analytic Exploration: Incorporating dreamwork, active imagination, and expressive arts to uncover unconscious motivations and foster deep healing.
- Autism Caregiver & Family Support: Facilitating an Autism Caregivers Support group and guiding families through adjustment to disability while fostering healthy, supportive relationships.
I would be honored to accompany you on your journey toward wellness, healing, and an expanded capacity for joy. Reach out today to schedule a consultation and take the next step forward.