Dr. Anna is an international award-winning author who has worked in the mental health profession for more than 15 years. She holds a doctorate in counseling and is a licensed professional counselor in multiple states. She owns Charlandra Counseling Services, a virtual infertility counseling center. She is a Latina twin mom from Chicago, currently lives in New Jersey, and enjoys dancing and going to the beach.
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