Ann Friesema, LCPC
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through Octave
At a glance
Ann is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, Octave.
- FSA/HSA accepted
- Great news, Ann is accepting new clients!
- She is normally fully-booked.
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in Illinois
More about Ann
- 17 years' experience
- Female
- LCPC
In counseling, I help individuals and couples manage relational stress and navigate uncomfortable emotions. Whether you’re facing challenges with parenting, work-life balance, managing worry, or seeking more meaning and connection in your relationships, I provide a space to explore your anxiety and build skills for clear, direct communication. Together, we’ll increase awareness of your relational patterns and work on behavior changes that foster healthier partnerships and more satisfying relationships with family and friends.
Specialties
Insurance Accepted
- Centivo
- Cigna
Treatment Approaches
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
- Interpersonal Psychotherapy
- Mindfulness-based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT)
- Motivational Interviewing
- Relational
- Solution-focused
- Strengths-based
Licenses
Ann Friesema's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1740519990.
- LCPC · Illinois · 180.007173 · Renews March 2027
About online therapy
- Affordable.
- Get high-quality therapy without the high price. Clients pay an average of $28 per session with in-network insurance.
- Convenient.
- Schedule sessions that fit your life, not the other way around.
- Available now.
- No long waitlists. Get matched with a licensed therapist and start therapy as soon as your benefits are confirmed.
Octave makes evidence-based therapy easier to access and easier to afford. Whether you're seeking support for anxiety, depression, stress, relationships, or life transitions, Octave connects you to thoroughly vetted therapists that can meet on your schedule, take insurance, and care about helping you find clarity.
It works: 74% of Octave clients see meaningful improvement with their depression and anxiety symptoms in three months, and outcomes consistently exceed national averages.
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Frequently asked questions
Does Ann Friesema offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Ann Friesema works with clients by video conferencing.
What language(s) does Ann Friesema speak?
Ann Friesema speaks English.
How many years of experience does Ann Friesema have?
Ann Friesema has 17 years of experience.
Where is Ann Friesema licensed to practice?
Ann Friesema is licensed to practice in Illinois.
Does Ann Friesema accept FSA/HSA?
Yes, Ann Friesema accepts FSA/HSA meaning you can pay for sessions with your pre-tax healthcare dollars. Every year hundreds of thousands of people use their FSA/HSA to pay for therapy.
Does Ann Friesema accept insurance?
Yes, Ann Friesema accepts Centivo and Cigna.
Does Ann Friesema accept clients outside of the United States?
No, Ann Friesema does not accept clients outside of the United States.
Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?
Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of [a major teletherapy service] experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."
What treatment approaches does Ann Friesema offer?
Ann Friesema offers clients Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Psychodynamic Therapy, Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Attachment-Based Therapy, and Solution-Focused Therapy.
How do I get started with Ann Friesema?
Just tap the BOOK NOW button or tap here: A new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation.
Mental health conditions are real, common, and treatable.
And recovery is possible.
When you tap BOOK NOW a new window will open and you'll be directed to Octave's website to start your therapy journey.