Anna Sonoda, LCSW

Anna Sonoda, LCSW, is a licensed clinical social worker, cognitive therapist, and author specializing in the prevention of child sexual abuse through education and awareness. With a clinical background that includes counseling convicted sexual offenders, Anna now dedicates her work to equipping adults with the tools and insights needed to identify, interrupt, and prevent grooming behaviors. She is the author of Duck Duck Groom: Understanding How a Child Becomes a Target, and Duck Duck Groom: A Guided Journal, for survivors of childhood sexual abuse. Anna’s expertise has been featured at national conferences, international podcasts and radio programs. Anna is available for speaking engagements, consultations, and trainings, offering dynamic presentations that invite active participation and foster meaningful dialogue. Her mission is clear: to empower adults to protect children through proactive education and practical strategies.