We're a user-supported site and earn a commission from BetterHelp if you sign up through our links - at no cost to you.

Dr. Anna Ruggirello

Holistic Jungian therapist specializing in trauma and relationships

About

Anna M. Ruggirello LPC CGC

Hello and Welcome! I am a licensed professional counselor and certified grief counselor in the state of Pennsylvania. I have over 15 years of experience. I have worked in a variety of settings helping my patients, and I put my clients first! I believe in providing passionate care. I am warm and compassionate. I am here to encourage you if you are facing a depressive chapter in your life. I will encourage you and treat you with care and concern. Respect is important to me, and I will make certain you are treated warmly. I will provide the attention and time you deserve!

If you are facing anxiety, depression and relationship conflict, I can help. I can help you navigate anxious feelings to promote a sense of peace and confidence. I can help by teaching you mindfulness skills and focusing on what you need to do next. I promote finding meaning or trying to make sense of changes. I believe I can help you grow in a positive manner. I cheer and encourage all of my clients to reach their best!

Talking to someone about issues you are facing can be scary and intimidating. I will treat you as a unique sensitive person, and I will keep your narrative and journey confidential.

It takes courage and strength to reach out; I am here to help! I will dedicate our time to be meaningful and helpful.

Please note I provide a supportive type of counseling, and that should You need a diagnosis or paperwork for reimbursement to insurance company , documentation to doctor’s office, attorney, agency of any type, you need to seek service elsewhere. I will not provide any documentation.

Specialties
Solution Focused Therapy
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Grief and Loss
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT),
Reality Focused Therapy

Years of Experience
16

Services Offered
Messaging, Live Chat, Phone and Video

Years Experience: 16
Location: Pennsylvania, United States
Accepting New Clients: No
Gender: Female
Accepting international clients: Yes
NPI Number: 1356888952
Credentials: PA LPC PC009097, ME LCPC CC6596
Languages Spoken: English
Licenses: LPC (Pennsylvania) #PC009097 exp 2027-02-28 • LCPC (Maine) #CC6596 exp 2026-03-31
List of Specialties: Stress, Anxiety, Relationship, Family, Grief, Depression, Trauma and abuse, Sleeping, Anger, Self esteem, Career, Coping with life changes, Coaching, Compassion fatigue, ADHD, Female therapist, Christian, Older, Non-religious, Conservative therapist, Liberal therapist
Where Can You Work With This Therapist: BetterHelp
Therapist of color: No
Communication options: Phone • Video • Live Chat • Messaging

Dr. Anna Ruggirello

Compassionate counseling for life’s challenges
  • Stress and anxiety
  • Grief and loss
  • Video, phone, chat

Licensed · Professional · Cancel Anytime

About

Dr. Anna Ruggirello is a licensed professional counselor and certified grief counselor practicing in Pennsylvania with 16 years of clinical experience. She approaches care with warmth and compassion, prioritizing respectful, attentive treatment and encouraging clients through difficult chapters such as depression, grief, and major life transitions.

Her therapeutic focus includes stress, anxiety, relationship and family concerns, grief and loss, depression, trauma and abuse, sleep and anger difficulties, self-esteem and career issues, coping with life changes, ADHD, compassion fatigue, and coaching. She uses solution-focused strategies along with cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), and reality-focused approaches to help clients develop practical skills, greater confidence, and a clearer sense of next steps.

Dr. Ruggirello emphasizes teaching mindfulness and coping techniques to reduce anxious feelings and to promote a sense of peace and forward momentum. She aims to help clients find meaning in change and to support steady, positive growth through encouragement and focused attention.

She identifies as a female therapist and lists experience working with clients from a range of backgrounds, including Christian and non-religious perspectives, conservative and liberal viewpoints, and older adults. Her credentials are listed as PA LPC PC009097 and ME LCPC CC6596; PA LPC denotes licensure as a professional counselor in Pennsylvania, and the second credential is an additional clinical counseling credential listed as ME LCPC CC6596.

Dr. Ruggirello offers sessions by messaging, live chat, phone, and video. She provides a supportive style of counseling; she does not complete diagnostic paperwork or provide documentation for insurance reimbursement, doctors, attorneys, or agencies. Clients who require formal documentation should seek those services elsewhere.

Location: Pennsylvania, United States
Years Experience: 16
Gender: Female
Languages Spoken: English
Therapist of Color: No
Communication Options: Phone • Video • Live Chat • Messaging

Specialties

List of Specialties: Stress, Anxiety, Relationship, Family, Grief, Depression, Trauma and abuse, Sleeping, Anger, Self esteem, Career, Coping with life changes, Coaching, Compassion fatigue, ADHD, Female therapist, Christian, Older, Non-religious, Conservative therapist, Liberal therapist
Ready To Start Your Journey?

Therapist Available Through: BetterHelp
Currently Accepting New Clients: No
Accepting International Clients: Yes

Credentials & Verification

  • Credentials: PA LPC PC009097, ME LCPC CC6596
  • NPI Number: 1356888952
  • License: LPC (Pennsylvania) #PC009097 exp 2027-02-28 • LCPC (Maine) #CC6596 exp 2026-03-31

Is Online Therapy the Right Fit for Your Needs?

Many people wonder whether online therapy can truly help. For common concerns such as stress, anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, or adjusting to life changes, online therapy has been shown to be comparable in effectiveness to traditional in-person counseling for most individuals.

One key advantage is flexibility – clients can connect in the format that works best for them, whether by video, phone, live chat, or in-app messaging. This flexibility makes it easier to fit counseling into busy schedules and to maintain continuity when life circumstances change.

Licensed professionals deliver care through these remote formats, and clients have the option to switch therapists if they need a different fit. For many people seeking support for everyday mental health concerns, online therapy provides an accessible and effective way to work toward improvements in wellbeing.

How much experience does Dr. Anna Ruggirello have?

Dr. Anna Ruggirello has 16 years of experience providing therapy services.

Is Dr. Anna Ruggirello a licensed therapist?

Yes. Dr. Anna Ruggirello holds licensure credentials listed as PA LPC PC009097 and ME LCPC CC6596.

In which languages does Dr. Anna Ruggirello provide therapy?

Dr. Anna Ruggirello provides therapy in English.

Where is Dr. Anna Ruggirello located?

Dr. Anna Ruggirello is located in Pennsylvania.

How can I work with Dr. Anna Ruggirello as my therapist?

You can work with Dr. Anna Ruggirello through Phone • Video • Live Chat • Messaging.

Does Dr. Anna Ruggirello work with international clients?

Dr. Anna Ruggirello does work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Dr. Anna Ruggirello cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist’s availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the ‘Start Therapy’ button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started is straightforward. Click the ‘Start Therapy’ button and complete a short questionnaire used to match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

© All rights reserved.