I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and a Marital and Family Therapist in Oklahoma. I have worked with individuals, couples and families with a variety of lifestyles including military, civilians, students, and more. My clients have given me the opportunity to work with them on issues including anxiety, chronic pain, stress, life changes, PTSD, family conflict, relationship issues, grief, parenting and ADHD.
My approach is to collaborate with you. I believe that if I understand you, then I can more helpful to you. I prefer not to judge what is right or wrong. Instead, I prefer to focus on what is helpful or not helpful. I am looking forward to learning about your strengths. I have trained in Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Emotion-Focused Therapy, CBT for Chronic Pain, EMDR, Yoga, Trauma Focused Yoga, relaxation techniques, mindfulness, and more. My goal to work with you to find the approaches that will suit your needs.
Therapy takes courage. You have already taken the first step to reach out for help. The first step is always the most difficult. If you are motivated to continue the journey, I would love the opportunity to empower and support you in your journey.
Additional areas of focus: LGBT, Intimacy-related issues, Parenting issues, Anger management, Self esteem, Career difficulties, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Coaching, Compassion fatigue, ADHD, Chronic pain, illness, and disability, Family problems, Veteran and Armed Forces Issues, Mood disorders, Social anxiety and phobia
Clinical approaches: Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Mindfulness Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Somatic Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy
OK LPC LPC06411
OK LMFT LMFT01295
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Andrea is hands down the best counselor I have worked with in 15 years! I am so impressed with Andrea's methods and approach. I have made more progress in 3 months than I did in years! I cannot say enough about her.
Written on Apr 20, 2022 after therapy with Andrea for 11 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and adhd
I've only been with Andrea for a few weeks, but she has already given me incredibly helpful tools to use in my life that greatly reduce my anxiety! She has a wide knowledge base which is extremely helpful. She is thoughtful and kind and elicits emotion and openness from me in an incredibly genuine fashion. I feel very comfortable with her!
Written on Jun 03, 2021 after therapy with Andrea for 3 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, grief, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, and coping with life changes
I’ve gained simple, yet life-changing knowledge from working with Andrea. She helps guide me through struggles and is continuously there to support me throughout this journey. I couldn’t recommend her more!
Written on Mar 03, 2021 after therapy with Andrea for 9 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, intimacy-related issues, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and compassion fatigue
Andrea is very understanding and provides a wide range of advice and support. She has been instrumental in helping my anxiety and be a better parent.
Written on Aug 29, 2020 after therapy with Andrea for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, parenting issues, and coping with life changes
Andrea has been amazing. She has been able to look at how I speak about things and find a way to help me work through them.
I appreciate having someone who can be honest with how I am looking at things. To respect what I am needing and teaching me new skills to manage how I am feeling.
I would recommend Andrea !!
Written on Jun 29, 2020 after therapy with Andrea for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, grief, intimacy-related issues, and parenting issues
I’m writing this out the night before our 2nd session. My first session with Andrea was very uplifting and supportive.
Written on Jun 18, 2020 after therapy with Andrea for 2 weeks