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Anne Rufiange

Anne Rufiange

LMFT

Therapist · Florida · 25+ years of experience

Compassionate therapist focused on change

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  • Addictions support
  • Anger management
  • Communication help

About Anne

Anne Rufiange, LMFT, brings 25 years of clinical experience to her work in Florida. She focuses on practical help for people dealing with addictions, relationship strain, family conflict, parenting stress, and anger. She speaks English and offers a respectful, compassionate approach that centers each person’s unique situation.

Anne emphasizes clear, honest conversation tailored to each client. She adapts the pace and content of sessions to match what the person needs right now. That means practical strategies for managing strong emotions, improving communication, and changing patterns that keep causing harm.

Her background includes long experience addressing anger management and related behaviors such as control problems. She also has experience helping people who have harmed others, including domestic violence and stalking issues, by focusing on accountability and safer choices. Sessions aim to clarify goals and build skills people can use between meetings.

Anne uses straightforward language in sessions and avoids jargon. She works with people to set realistic steps for change and to practice new behaviors. The emphasis is on small, achievable shifts that add up over time.

If you want support for addiction, relationship stress, parenting strain, or anger, she offers a calm, steady presence and practical tools. To begin, follow the site process to match and schedule a first meeting.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

AddictionsRelationship issuesFamily conflictsParenting issuesAnger management

Experience

25+ years

Credentials

Florida

Languages

English

Approaches for managing anger and relationship strain

Anne uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on practical skills. One common approach is skills-based work that teaches ways to recognize triggers, slow down strong reactions, and choose different behaviors. This helps with anger, control issues, and situations where people want clearer boundaries.

Another approach centers on improving communication. Sessions break down how patterns of interaction develop and offer step-by-step ways to speak and listen differently. This can reduce repeated arguments and make problem solving more productive.

Finding the right approach is collaborative. The therapist will discuss options and adapt methods to fit the person’s goals, needs, and preferences. Clients and the therapist decide together which techniques to try and adjust them as progress is made.

If you are considering online therapy, confirm the specific session options before booking. The therapist’s listing does not specify formats here, so ask whether video, phone, or other formats are offered. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy life, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and reduce travel time so therapy can happen around work or caregiving schedules.

At a glance

Listed location
Florida
Experience
25+ years
Credentials
LMFT
Languages
English
License (Florida)
LMFT · No. MT515
NPI
1508672932

As listed by the therapist. You can check a license with the state board and an NPI with the national registry.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does Anne commonly help with?

She helps people facing addictions, relationship stress, family conflict, parenting challenges, and anger issues. Communication problems and control issues are also common focuses.

What is her therapeutic style like?

Her style is respectful and direct. She tailors conversations and plans to each person and focuses on practical strategies to change behavior.

How much experience does she have?

Anne has 25 years of professional work experience in clinical settings. That experience includes work on anger management and related behavioral concerns.

What credentials and region are listed for this therapist?

She is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT, licensed in Florida. Sessions are offered from her Florida practice.

Which languages are supported in sessions?

Sessions are offered in English.

Can international clients work with her?

International clients are not currently accepted.

How are costs and billing handled?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability, and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.

How do I start a first session?

Select the Start Therapy button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability.

Before you start

  • Online talk therapy is not a court-ordered or mandated anger-management course, and it does not provide attendance certificates.
  • Check that the location and license details above fit where you live.
  • If anyone is at risk of being harmed, contact emergency services or a domestic-abuse helpline first. See the support lines for the US, UK and Australia.
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