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Andrew Merritt, LPC

  • Experience20 years
  • LocationOklahoma
  • Focus areasADHD, Stress and Anxiety, and Relationship
  • LanguagesEnglish
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About Andrew

Andrew Merritt is a Licensed Professional Counselor with two decades of clinical experience and a Masters degree in Counseling. He brings a broad personal and professional background shaped by living in multiple U.S. states and time abroad, and he emphasizes respect for cultural diversity when working with clients.

Background and approach

Known for an eclectic style, he draws on a range of evidence-based techniques including Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Cognitive Processing Therapy to support people facing stress, anxiety, depression, bipolar symptoms, grief, trauma and abuse, relationship and intimacy concerns, parenting and family challenges, and ADHD-related struggles.

Merritt has worked with individuals, couples, families, youth, and those managing serious mental health issues, as well as in leadership roles advising organizations on staff development and motivation. In sessions he often uses a thoughtful, Socratic method of questioning and gentle challenge to examine beliefs and patterns that interfere with daily functioning.

He pairs this reflective exploration with skill-building and practical strategies so clients can move toward thriving rather than merely coping. Clients are invited to view therapy as a collaborative journey in which the therapist accompanies them with respect for their values and goals, helping to identify new habits, traditions, and tools to navigate life changes and rebuild well-being.

Evidence-informed approaches and online care



Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy is one approach he uses that helps clients process traumatic memories while developing coping skills to reduce distress and improve daily functioning. Cognitive Processing Therapy is another technique he applies to examine and modify unhelpful beliefs that maintain trauma-related symptoms and to support progress in relationships and self-concept.

Finding the right method is part of the work and he approaches this collaboratively, partnering with clients to choose and adapt techniques that align with their needs, goals, and preferences. He tailors interventions over time and combines reflective exploration with concrete skills so therapy fits each person's life and priorities.

Online therapy options include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, which offer flexibility for scheduling and continuity of care across different situations. These formats make it easier to access licensed professionals from home or other convenient locations while preserving the ability to use evidence-based approaches and maintain regular contact to support ongoing change.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does he address?
Andrew supports people with a wide range of concerns including stress, anxiety, depression, bipolar symptoms, trauma and abuse, grief, relationship and intimacy issues, parenting and family challenges, self-esteem, sleeping problems, anger, career concerns, compassion fatigue, coaching needs, and ADHD.
What is his general therapeutic style?
He practices an eclectic, client-centered approach that blends reflective Socratic questioning with gentle challenge and practical skill-building to help clients reframe beliefs and develop healthier patterns.
How long has he been practicing?
He has more than 20 years of experience working in clinical and leadership roles, including work with individuals, couples, families, youth, and people with serious mental health concerns.
Where is he licensed and based?
He holds LPC credentials and is licensed in Oklahoma and Colorado with license numbers CO LPC LPC.0015803 and OK LPC LPC01602.
What languages are available for sessions?
Sessions are conducted in English only; international clients are not currently accepted.
Which session formats are offered?
He offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to accommodate different preferences and schedules.
How are sessions paid for and what does it cost?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
What are the first steps to begin working together?
To start, select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to therapist availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesFamily conflictsParenting issuesSelf esteem

Also works with

Trauma and abuseGriefIntimacy-related issuesSleeping disordersAnger managementCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderDepressionCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD

Experience

20+ years

Licensed

Oklahoma, Colorado

Languages

English

What Andrew can help with

Andrew Merritt works with clients on stress and anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, parenting issues, and self esteem.

Andrew works with families, youth, individuals, and couples.

Experience and training

Andrew is a Licensed Professional Counselor practicing in Oklahoma, with 20 years of clinical experience.