Hello, I’m Annie!

Wellness begins with cultivating safety and connection.

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My New Book!

I Want to Connect demystifies what it takes to have better relationships. This book goes beyond surface-level advice and digs down to the fundamental building blocks of stress resilience on a biological and developmental level. It’s packed with 37 exercises to practice self-awareness, reflection, and skills to improve your life.

“Annie Chen’s I Want to Connect brilliantly translates the science of the Polyvagal Theory into practical, life-changing exercises.”

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Stephen W. Porges, PhD, Distinguished University Scientist, Founding Director, Traumatic Stress Research Consortium, Indiana University Bloomington

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Attachment Quiz

How do early formative relationship experiences lead you to be the way you are? If you are curious about how your attachment foundation forms and what it affects, take our 5-minute quiz to find out!

Work with Me

The services I offer differ depending on your location and circumstances.

Individual
Therapy

Address symptoms of trauma, depression, and anxiety so you can feel safe and allow yourself to be seen.

Couples
Therapy

Build stronger bonds and enhance intimacy through communication, clarity, and conflict resolution.

Relationship Skills
Coaching

Learn to navigate all your relationships with skillful communication, healthy boundaries, and mature empathy.

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