Hannah Glenn

Hi! I'm Hannah Glenn, a licensed clinical mental health counselor and licensed clinical addictions specialist. My specialty is working with family members affected by a loved one's substance or behavioral addiction. I also work with individuals diagnosed (or not yet diagnosed) with Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder, Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder, and dissociative disorders. My approach to therapy focuses on developing a genuine and meaningful connection with my clients. During any given session, you are likely to laugh a lot and grow a lot - two therapeutic qualities I believe depend on one another.

My approach

At its core, my therapeutic approach is person-centered. Clients “drive the bus,” or point me in the direction they would like to go, and together we create a plan to reach therapeutic goals. From there, I often use interventions from a range of modalities to further address a client’s presenting concerns, most commonly CBT, DBT, Narrative Therapy, Reality Therapy, and Transactional Analysis Theory. It is usual for clients to have “homework” between sessions (unless there is a preference not to), as this is where challenges and opportunities for change arise.

My focus

I am passionate about working with spouses, family members or friends of someone who is struggling with addiction or substance abuse. Alongside this, my personal and professional experiences have narrowed my focus to working with individuals experiencing symptoms related to OCD, ADHD, and dissociation.

My communication style

I tend to be gentle but direct with my clients. Depending on a client’s personality and preferred communication style, I scale the gentleness and directness to appropriate levels so clients can tolerate discussing uncomfortable topics or receiving difficult feedback. I kindly challenge my clients. Whether in person or via Telehealth, the overall tone and environment of each session is warm, laid-back, and personal. Because of the nature of counseling, I want my clients to feel as physically and emotionally comfortable as they can, and this is reflected in my way of engaging office decor, and overall aesthetic.

My journey to mental healthcare

My journey to becoming a therapist can be easily identified through my areas of focus. My experiences in life often resemble those of my clients, which gives me a unique view and understanding of what they’re going through. I love being a therapist. I love getting to know people, learning about them, and providing them with skills and unconditional positive regard so they can feel proud of themselves and the growth they’ve made.

My goals for you

During our initial appointment, I may ask questions like “What parts of your life would you like to be different?” Or “What would you like to change about yourself or your situation?” As clients tell me more about their challenges, I may hear additional goals or smaller objectives that I bring attention to. Clients always have the option to accept or decline this information.

My first session with you

Things may be awkward - and that’s okay! The first session can be tough because we’re getting to know the other’s personality, communication style, verbal/non-verbal quirks, and (sometimes) humor. Similar to a first date, we are both figuring out if we “vibe,” and that can take some time. I will do my best to lighten the awkwardness, or ease feelings of nervousness or anxiety, but know it’s normal to feel this way. I am genuinely interested in you/your experiences, and will most likely ask about your interests, hobbies, or activities that bring you joy. You can also expect questions about your loved ones and pets.