Therapeutic Philosophy
Therapist.
Author. Speaker.
Dedicated to helping individuals, couples, and families navigate relationships, strengthen connection, and create lasting change.
“The couples who stay curious about each other tend to stay connected.”
Anna Elton,
Ph.D., LMFT, CST
Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist · Clinical Sexologist
Anna is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) and Certified Sex Therapist (CST) who holds a Ph.D. in Clinical Sexology. She is dedicated to supporting individuals, couples, and families in achieving meaningful change.
With over 15 years of experience, she specializes in evidence-based approaches, including CBT, DBT, and Solution-Focused Therapy, tailoring each to the unique needs and goals of her clients.
Anna’s holistic approach emphasizes building emotional intelligence, resilience, and self-confidence, empowering her clients to create stronger relationships and more fulfilling lives.
Professional
Advancement
Anna is dedicated to improving the accessibility and quality of mental health services. She mentors and supervises emerging therapists, shaping the next generation of mental health professionals with her expertise and guidance.
As a speaker and author, Anna uses her platform to raise awareness about mental health, reduce stigma, and promote support for those in need.
Personal
Perspective
Outside of her professional life, Anna draws on personal experiences as a wife and parent to inform her work. Raising spirited boys with her husband of over 20 years has taught her valuable lessons about communication, empathy, and resilience.
These insights, combined with her clinical expertise, allow Anna to support clients with authenticity, warmth, and confidence — meeting them where they are.
Leadership & Advocacy
Speaking,
Presenting & Recognition
WeBelieve · May 2025
WeBelieve Conference — St. John, NB Canada
Invited speaker sharing insights and experiences at the TD Station in St. John, New Brunswick, Canada.
IAMFC · January 2025
What Is Cheating Now?
A workshop on digital affairs, pornography and the challenging landscape of infidelity. Presented at the International Association of Marriage and Family Therapists World Conference in NOLA.
AAMFT · November 2024
Unfolding the Layers of Identity
Presented at the American Association of Marriage and Family Therapists in Orlando, FL.
PESI · July 2024
Couples Techniques for Digital Infidelity
Tools for handling disconnection, jealousy, pornography and more. Workshop provides therapists with an understanding of these complexities and effective strategies for technology-related conflicts.
IFTA · April 2024 · Toyama, Japan
Unfolding the Layers of Identity
An Integrative Approach to the Tripartite Personas in Family Therapy, presented at the 2024 IFTA World Family Therapy Congress.
PBS · July 2023
PBS Interview
Sharing expertise and insights on mental health concerns and advocacy with a national audience.
Recognition & Awards
18th Annual Turn on the Light Conference
— Wellbeing of Children and Families, April 2023
Star Treatment with Star Jones
— 2021, sharing mental health insights nationally
Business Woman of the Year, 2022
— Recognized for leadership in community
AAMFT Presenter 2016 & 2017
— Marriage and Family Therapy conferences
Featured in Forbes and WSJ
— Leadership & advocacy in the mental health field
Interviewed on PBS, ABC, NBC, Kid Lit TV
— Advocacy and awareness in mental health
Anna Elton, Ph.D., LMFT, CST
Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist
Anna is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT), Certified Sex Therapist (CST) and holds a Ph.D. in Clinical Sexology. She is dedicated to supporting individuals, couples, and families in achieving meaningful change.
With over 15 years of experience, she specializes in evidence-based approaches, including CBT, DBT, and Solution-Focused Therapy, tailoring each to the unique needs and goals of her clients. Anna’s holistic approach emphasizes building emotional intelligence, resilience, and self-confidence, empowering her clients to create stronger relationships and more fulfilling lives.
Professional Advancement
- Anna is dedicated to improving the accessibility and quality of mental health services. She mentors and supervises emerging therapists, shaping the next generation of mental health professionals with her expertise and guidance.
- As a respected speaker and author, Anna uses her platform to raise awareness about mental health, reduce stigma, and promote support for those in need.
Personal Perspective
- Outside of her professional life, Anna draws on personal experiences as a wife and parent to inform her work. Raising three spirited boys with her husband of over 20 years has taught her valuable lessons about communication, empathy, and resilience. These insights, combined with her clinical expertise, allow Anna to support clients with compassion and confidence.
Leadership & Advocacy
- We Believe Saint John – May 2025: Anna has been invited to be a speaker at the WeBelieve conference, sharing her insights and experiences at the TD Station in St. John, NB Canada.
- IAMFC – January 2025 – What Is Cheating Now: A workshop on digital affairs, pornography and the challenging landscape of infidelity. Presented at the International Association of Marriage and Family Therapists World Conference in NOLA.
- AAMFT – November 2024 – Unfolding the Layer of Identity: Presented at the American Association of Marriage and Family Therapists in Orlando, FL.
- PESI – July 2024 – Couples Techniques for Digital Infidelity: Tools for Handling Disconnection, Jealousy, Pornography and More: Workshop provides therapists with an understanding of the complexities these issues present, along with effective strategies to assist couples in overcoming technology-related conflicts.
- Toyama, Japan – April 2024 – Unfolding the Layers of Identity: An Integrative Approach to the Tripartite Personas in Family Therapy,” presented at the 2024 IFTA World Family Therapy Congress
- PBS Interview – July 2023: Anna will be interviewed on PBS, sharing her expertise and insights on mental health concerns and advocacy.
- 18th Annual Turn on the Light Conference on the Wellbeing of Children and Families conference – April 27, 2023
- Star Treatment with Star Jones – 2021: Anna was featured on the Star Treatment with Star Jones show, sharing her insights and expertise with a national audience and raising awareness for mental health concerns.
- Business Woman of the Year, 2020: Anna was recognized for her leadership and impact in the mental health field, as well as her commitment to giving back to her community.
- AAMFT Presenter 2016 & 2017: Anna presented at the American Association for Marriage and Family Therapy conferences, sharing her expertise and insights with mental health professionals from around the world.
- Featured in Forbes and WSJ, for leadership and advocacy: Anna’s work has been recognized by leading media outlets, including Forbes and The Wall Street Journal, for her leadership and advocacy in the mental health field.
- Interviewed on PBS, ABC, NBC, Kid Lit TV: Anna has been interviewed by several media outlets, sharing her expertise and insights with a wider audience and advocating for awareness and support for mental health concerns.