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Andrea Drake, LCSW

  • Experience6 years
  • LocationIdaho
  • Focus areasADHD, Stress and Anxiety, and LGBT
  • Therapy approachesAcceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Client-Centered Therapy
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About Andrea

Andrea Drake is an LCSW practicing in Idaho who brings six years of clinical experience to work with people facing depression, anxiety, trauma, and life transitions.

Background and approach

She focuses on helping clients navigate complex emotional concerns such as stress, ADHD, addictions, anger, and self-esteem struggles, using a collaborative, empathetic stance to guide treatment. Her background includes attention to a wide range of issues from mood and panic disorders to impulse control and substance-related concerns.

Her style emphasizes partnership and practical skill-building, drawing on evidence-informed methods to support coping and recovery. Andrea offers an affirming approach for those exploring identity and relationships, and she integrates mindfulness and behavioral strategies to help clients develop resilience.

Sessions are aimed at helping individuals clarify values, improve communication, and create concrete plans for change while respecting each person’s pace and goals.

Approaches that translate well to online therapy

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people clarify personal values and take practical steps toward a meaningful life, often using mindfulness and behavioral experiments to reduce avoidance. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and changing behaviors through structured techniques, which can be effective for mood disorders, anxiety, and panic symptoms. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) teaches emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness skills that support people struggling with intense emotions and impulsivity.

Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Andrea works collaboratively with clients to determine which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences. She will discuss options, try techniques in session, and adapt the plan as progress and challenges emerge so clients remain active partners in shaping their care.

Online therapy with video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging offers flexibility for scheduling and makes it easier to access consistent care from home or elsewhere. These formats allow for regular skill practice, check-ins between sessions when appropriate, and continuity of support while accommodating busy lives and geographic constraints.

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of concerns does Andrea commonly address?
She works with a range of issues including depression, anxiety, trauma and abuse, stress, ADHD, addictions, anger, and self-esteem challenges, along with related concerns like body image and impulse control.
What is her therapeutic style like?
The approach is collaborative and compassionate, blending skill-building with reflective exploration to help clients develop practical strategies and build resilience.
How much clinical experience does Andrea have?
She has six years of experience practicing as a licensed clinical social worker.
What credentials and location should I know about?
Andrea holds the LCSW credential with ID LCSW LCSW 41347 and practices in Idaho.
Does she provide services in other languages or to international clients?
Sessions are offered in English, and she is not currently accepting international clients.
What session formats are available?
Clients can meet via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging according to their preferences and scheduling options.
How are fees and subscriptions handled?
Cost varies by location and therapist availability; sessions are provided through a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
What do I do to get started?
Begin by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule a first session according to the therapist's availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyLGBTTrauma and abuseDepressionADHD

Also works with

AddictionsAnger managementSelf esteemCoping with life changes

Additional focus areas

Autism and Asperger SyndromeBody imageCommunication problemsControl issuesDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)Drug and alcohol addictionGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameImpulsivityIntellectual disabilityMood disordersPanic disorder and panic attacksPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPost-traumatic stressSelf-harmSelf-loveSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Mindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingSolution-Focused TherapyTrauma-Focused Therapy

Experience

6+ years

Licensed

Idaho

Languages

English