Andrea Stephen is a licensed professional counselor who helps people facing stress, anxiety, relationship struggles, grief, depression, and major life changes.
01About Andrea
Andrea Stephen is a licensed professional counselor who helps people facing stress, anxiety, relationship struggles, grief, depression, and major life changes. She writes in clear, calm language and focuses on practical steps people can use right away. Andrea works with each person to find what makes sense for them and keeps sessions straightforward and goal-focused.
She aims to create a caring, collaborative space. Conversations are direct and compassionate. Clients can expect to talk through feelings, identify patterns that cause pain, and practice new ways of coping between sessions.
Background and approach
Andrea uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques to guide sessions. That means she relies on methods shown to help people manage mood, handle transitions, and repair relationship difficulties. She explains tools plainly and adapts them to each person’s situation.
Her background includes four years of clinical experience as a licensed professional counselor in Virginia. Andrea combines her training with practical, down-to-earth support to help people make steady progress. She pays attention to what’s working and adjusts the plan when needed.
Sessions typically focus on short-term goals and skills people can use in daily life. Andrea helps build resilience, reduce symptoms that interfere with work or family life, and regain a sense of control after loss or major changes. The pace and focus are set together so work fits each person’s needs.
02Credentials
- LPC (Virginia)
- License 0701015273 · expires June 2026
- NPI
- 1013687714 · national provider identifier
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03Focus areas and approaches
Everything Andrea lists on their public professional profile, in their own terms.
- Stress, Anxiety
- Relationship issues
- Grief
- Depression
- Coping with life changes
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04Online support
How evidence-based approaches work online
Andrea uses a small set of evidence-based therapeutic techniques to keep work focused and practical. One approach emphasizes identifying unhelpful thought patterns and testing them against real situations to reduce anxiety and low mood. This helps people notice triggers and try new, less distressing ways of thinking.Another approach focuses on building coping skills and routines that reduce overwhelm during life changes. Sessions include practicing strategies for stress management, sleep, and emotion regulation so people can use them between meetings and see steady gains.
Finding the right approach is part of the process. Andrea collaborates with each person to decide which techniques match their goals and daily life. She checks in regularly and adjusts methods so work fits changing needs and preferences.
Online formats include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to fit different schedules and styles. Video lets people keep a face-to-face rhythm when that helps. Phone sessions work well when bandwidth or camera use is difficult. Live chat or text messaging can be useful for brief check-ins or when someone needs a shorter, more flexible option. These choices aim to make therapy easier to fit into busy lives.
05Questions people ask
What concerns does Andrea help with?
She supports people dealing with stress, anxiety, relationship struggles, grief, depression, and coping with life changes.
What is her general approach in sessions?
Andrea focuses on practical, evidence-based techniques delivered in a collaborative manner. Sessions emphasize understanding feelings and practicing skills between visits.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has four years of experience working as a licensed professional counselor.
Where is she licensed and based?
Andrea is a Virginia licensed professional counselor and practices in Virginia.
Which languages are offered for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with her?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
What session formats are available?
Available formats include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging.
How do I get started and what does it cost?
To begin, select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule based on availability. Cost varies by location and therapist availability and uses a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
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