What People are Saying About Anne:
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"I had the great pleasure of working with Anne for over 7 years at Blue Ridge Therapeutic Wilderness. Anne is my "sidekick" in wilderness. We are fortunate to share absolute trust in one another's clinical approach, perspective, and judgment. I've had the privilege of working closely with Anne in weekly formal peer supervision. She is direct, kind, compassionate, patient, and laser sharp! I have watched her clients from start to finish and see miraculous healing. Her students LOVE her, trust her and stay connected to her long after they graduate and reclaim a life worth living. Anne is one of a kind for her students, but also for her colleagues. As for me, I've become a better clinician through my professional work with Anne!"
- Kathy D. Clinical Colleague
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"We have worked with a variety of mental health professionals over the past 10 years. Anne Wilzbacher is among the best clinicians we have come across. She was able to develop an incredible rapport with our child, displaying an exceptional level of instinct, patience and experience to enable significant progress. She is also very skilled in working with groups, with the ability to utilize firmness, empathy and perspective to garner respect and admiration across the group. She is extremely relatable in working with adults, with the right blend of listening and sharing perspective. Anne is a truly multi-faceted clinician, and I could not recommend her enough!"
- Jim E. Parent
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“I worked with Anne for three and a half years as her subordinate and collaborator with Emerald Arrow. I found working with Anne to be one of the most therapeutically and developmentally relevant periods of my life. Anne possesses a cutting intuition that sees deeply into those around her. She is remarkably brave, and confronts those around her with love and compassion, without ever shying away from the truth at hand. This quality was particularly beneficial to students struggling with avoidance and ‘failure-to-launch’ tendencies. For these individuals, Anne was a constant flame, intuitively knowing when to apply the pressure students needed to address the things they had been running from. Anne holds a rare gift as a therapist. She is uniquely powerful in her capacity as a listener and healer. Her years of experience bolster her intuitive approach to create a therapeutic presence that serves her clients and colleagues. I have seen countless clients voice immense gratitude for the work they have done with Anne, and it is clear to me that she is one-of-a-kind in her work as a therapist.”
–James W. Clinical Colleague
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"Anne was our Son's primary therapist while at the Blue Ridge / Emerald Arrow Young Adults Wilderness Program. With empathy, patience, and unwavering support; Anne fostered a safe space for our son to explore his thoughts and feelings, and work through his struggles. Through regular meetings, Anne kept us well informed of our son's experiences. She listened and thoroughly answered our questions and comments. Her support, guidance, and understanding of what we were going through, was truly remarkable. Our interactions with Anne gave us strength and confidence in the process, and helped make the time at Wilderness an enlightening growth experience to us all. Under Anne's guidance and the tenants of the Wilderness Program, our son stabilized, learned, and grew to a point where he was ready for the next step in his life's journey. We are deeply thankful to Anne, and consider ourselves very fortunate to have worked with her."
- R & R
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"Working alongside Anne as a fellow clinician has been a transformative experience for me personally and professionally. Her grounding presence, quiet depth of wisdom, and patient yet sharp nature create an environment where clients feel both challenged and supported, making her an invaluable colleague and mentor."
- E.S. Clinical Colleague
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“Anne creates a grounded, spacious, safe space to be supported in. She’s practical, generous, curious, and compassionate as she prioritizes your well-being. With her care and abundant skill set, you can learn to trust what you already know, but might not realize. She’s a master in knowing the right questions. And a consistent, trustworthy ally to champion you through transitions and challenging experiences. All the while, helping you embody your unique vision. She’ll walk alongside you as you become more and more acquainted with the path that is yours.”
Wendy C. Havlir, Colleague/Mentor
