What readers and colleagues say.
Most people find me through the writing. Some of them write back. This page collects those words, along with endorsements from fellow clinicians, one coaching client who runs her own practice, and one conference host.
You will not find therapy testimonials here. No psychotherapy client is quoted on this page, and I do not publish client stories from the clinical practice.
Annie, with your writing, you are making an important contribution to a wider audience than could ever meet with you one on one. You're a gifted writer, you offer empathy and clear headed explanations for complicated issues. You address real life issues in a user friendly/supportive way. It's beautiful and a gift. AND, you back up what you say with solid research.
L.R.Thank you for this brilliant essay today. 'They understand that the work isn't about choosing between family and ambition. It's about expanding your capacity to hold both love and boundaries, connection and authenticity, loyalty and growth.'
E.B.I'm so grateful to have found your writing. I see so much of myself in your posts (hello, hiding in a packed calendar!). And what I enjoy about your writing is your skill at delving deep behind the whys of behavior, and also providing practical applications folks can try to walk a new path. Thank you for opening your wisdom to the world!
A.K.Annie, I'm so grateful for this article and space. It matters so much to have these important conversations and break the silence around trauma.
G.L.S.Dear Annie, so pleased to get a deeper understanding of the complexity of relationship after reading this article. A degree of ease has since settled into my crowded thoughts with what I am going through at the moment.
N.R.This email was amazing. You gave the parts application outside of 'x does this because of y' textbook examples. Thanks so much for writing it.
J.W.Annie first captured my attention in her work about complex relational trauma. From this work, I began to realize the many maladaptive thoughts and beliefs I've been carrying throughout my life and the problems they were causing me. I've continued to follow Annie's work as she offers realistic suggestions about how to heal through relationship.
J., DelawareAnnie's work has provided me with an understanding of my place within my birth family, guidance on being true to myself and caring for myself, and tools for thoughtfully and compassionately dealing with my family before and after my father's illness and death.
M., OregonI love Annie's work! She's warm and encouraging and always makes me think. I am thankful for kind-hearted souls like Annie who make me feel like I can not only heal but flourish. I only wish I'd found her sooner!
B., VirginiaI consider you to be a new generation Louise Hay. Kind and gentle with helping others to deal with sharp edges from their past!
K., ArizonaI've been positively impacted by Annie's teachings on boundaries in that I am now mindful of my boundaries and am now more comfortable enforcing my boundaries. I really like how Annie approaches topics in a gentle and friendly way.
K., MinnesotaYou have given me encouragement that I'm on the right path towards a more healthy state of mind. Everyone needs to practice good boundaries!
M., North CarolinaThank you for this! There are times when I look at what I have and know it's more than I ever imagined and I ask myself 'Why am I not blissfully happy, why isn't it enough?' Luckily we have your posts and newsletters. Thank you!
J.You have such a gift for putting into words our internal experience. There is part of me, the lonely introverted little kid who couldn't rely on anyone, that is triggered by the current situation. This part needs compassionate attention and care.
S.WOW! This article is SO VALIDATING! You put into words what I have been feeling the past few weeks. Now I know I'm not alone and nothing is wrong with me.
S.Thank you and an excellent, excellent clear explanation of what I couldn't quite get in touch with until I read this today. I feel as if I can take a deep cleansing breath and trust my thoughts and feelings and continue on.
C.Thank you for another incredibly beautiful post, Annie. It resonated so deeply with me that I looked back in a folder where I keep 'doodles,' things I have drawn or written at times that I feel something rising up that needs to be acknowledged.
M.Whenever I think the blog isn't going to apply to me, it always hits the nail on the head. Thank you, Annie!
R.Your articles are always informative, wise, balanced, real and always resonate. I appreciate you very much.
E.I am bookmarking this, your words are so wise and still my heart. Thank you for the healing words and work you do. It brings life.
A.I feel the deepest connection with Annie and I truly believe she is great in what she does. I really enjoy her articles and posts.
S.S.I think it's a tremendously powerful analysis. I know that it has triggered realisations in myself and with others with whom I have mentioned this.
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For years, I struggled to find resources that spoke specifically to family estrangement. Annie's work is the resource I wish I'd had years ago.
Maegan Megginson, MA, LMFT, LPCAs a therapist myself, Annie's work is my go-to resource for my clients with complex relational trauma. I can't count the number of times I have assigned a client the homework of, 'read Annie Wright's blog.' Without fail, my clients report back feeling seen, understood, and less alone.
Samantha Barr, MA, LPC, NCCAs a therapist and a human, I work and live in all of this. Thank you for your beautiful, eloquent words of truth.
Amy Kane, TherapistOne coaching client agreed in writing to be quoted here. Coaching is a service of Annie Wright LLC. It is not therapy, and this was not a clinical relationship.
Annie is absolutely amazing! She approached all of our sessions with kindness and clarity. I always had a sense of our roadmap in every meeting. She balances guidance and feedback, along with compassion. Even in moments I didn't recognize were a challenge, she pointed out my hard work and validated my experience. If you are a practice owner, I highly recommend working with Annie! She has been an asset to my practice.
Erin I., practice owner, executive coaching clientThis statement was written and sent to me by the organization that hosted the event. Speaking and training are services of Annie Wright LLC. They are educational, not clinical, and no client relationship is involved.
Annie Wright's keynote presentation at the Maine Counseling Association 2026 Conference on relational trauma was impactful and well-received. She offered practical tools applicable to counseling practice. Annie effectively engaged counselors at all levels with relatable, universally relevant approaches, and provided additional materials that enhanced the learning experience. We appreciated the meaningful insights shared and the thoughtful responses to audience questions.
Conference president trio, Maine Counseling Association 2026 ConferenceHow to read this page.
Individual experience only. Every quote on this page describes one person's experience. These are not typical results, they are not representative of what you will experience, and they are not a promise or guarantee of any particular result. No outcome statistics are published for the writing, the courses, or coaching.
No therapy testimonials. No psychotherapy client is quoted on this page. Client stories from the clinical practice are not published here.
Nobody was paid. No compensation, discount, gift, or other consideration was given for any quote here. Nothing on this page was solicited from a current therapy client. If a quote ever carried a paid or otherwise material connection, that connection would be disclosed next to it.
Where these came from. Reader comments were posted publicly on the blog, the newsletter, or social media, or sent to me directly. Clinician endorsements were given by colleagues speaking in a professional capacity. The coaching quote was given in writing by the person quoted. The speaking statement was written and sent by the host organization. Reader quotes are shown by initials only, to protect the identity of the person quoted. Full names appear only where a professional is speaking in a professional capacity.
Two separate businesses. Coaching, courses, speaking, the newsletter, and the writing are offered by Annie Wright LLC, which is not a clinical practice and does not provide therapy. Psychotherapy is provided only by Annie Wright Marriage and Family Therapy, P.A., under a separate written agreement. A testimonial is not clinical evidence and does not establish that therapy, coaching, or a course would be appropriate or effective for you.
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Elizabeth Anne Wright, known professionally as Annie Wright. Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. California license number LMFT95719.
Licensed as a Marriage and Family Therapist in 16 U.S. jurisdictions, including Colorado for telehealth only, and registered as an out-of-state telehealth provider in Florida under Fla. Stat. 456.47, which is a registration and not a Florida license. This page is advertising for Annie Wright LLC and Annie Wright Marriage and Family Therapy, P.A.
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