A Bit About Me

Hi, I’m Morgan—but please call me Ana. I’m in the process of legally changing my name (yay!). That small shift, claiming who I really am, feels like a metaphor for the work I do with my clients every day.

I’m a Brooklyn-based trauma-informed therapist who works with women and couples across New York, Vermont, and Idaho, helping them move from burnout and disconnection to deeper self-trust and relational healing.

I can’t live without my morning matcha, journaling on my floor pillow, and that quiet moment before the world wakes up. I’m a planner at heart, but life has taught me that things rarely go as expected. Learning to be flexible has been one of my hardest—and most transformative—lessons. Therapy often starts there: with the gentle practice of allowing, softening, and listening inward.

Why I Do This Work

I work with women who have spent years holding everything together for others—and who are finally wondering, what about me? Many feel guilty even considering putting themselves first. I know that feeling, because I’ve been there too.

It’s not easy to rediscover what you want or to believe your needs matter. But I’ve seen how powerful it is to take even the smallest step toward reclaiming your time, your energy, and your sense of self.

I also support couples stuck in painful patterns—longing for closeness but unsure how to get there. And I lead trauma-informed therapy groups where women can explore their stories in community, without doing the emotional heavy lifting alone.

If you're the kind of woman who feels like prioritizing yourself means letting others down, I want you to know: you're not alone—and we’re already on the same page.

Ana Daffron, Brooklyn-based therapist, standing outdoors with the New York City skyline in the background.

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Credentials & Clinical Background

Education
Master of Science in Marriage and Family Therapy
California State University, Chico – 2020

Licensure
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT)

Licensed to practice in:

  • New York (in-person in Brooklyn and statewide via telehealth)

  • Vermont (telehealth)

  • Idaho (telehealth)

Clinical Experience

Private Practice – Marriage and Family Therapist
March 2021 – Present
I specialize in trauma-informed therapy for women navigating burnout, low self-worth, and difficulty setting boundaries. I also work with couples and lead therapy groups focused on healing relationship patterns, reducing emotional overwhelm, and fostering authentic connection. My approach helps clients reconnect with their agency and begin prioritizing emotional needs—often for the first time.

Inpatient Psychiatric Facility – Behavioral Health Clinician
January 2018 – October 2020
Provided crisis intervention and therapeutic support in a high-acuity setting, supporting emotional regulation, safety, and stabilization.

Child and Family Therapy – Clinician
May 2020 – May 2021
Offered trauma-informed therapy to children and families, with a focus on attachment, emotional regulation, and repairing relational dynamics.

Court-Mandated Therapy – Clinician
May 2019 – May 2020
Worked with court-referred clients around anger management, domestic violence, and substance use, supporting the development of emotional awareness, healthier coping, and relational change.

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