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Andrea Drake

Compassionate, practical therapy for meaningful change

LCSW Idaho

Experience
6 years in practice
Focus areas
Stress, Anxiety, LGBT, Trauma and abuse
Approaches
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
Languages
English
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About Andrea

Andrea Drake is a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) practicing in Idaho who draws on six years of clinical experience to help people navigate depression, anxiety, trauma, and life transitions.

Background and approach

She frames her work around practical strategies and personal values, blending evidence-informed techniques with an emphasis on building resilience and empowerment. Andrea aims to create an affirming environment that supports exploration of identity, relationships, and self-acceptance while addressing concerns such as stress, addictions, ADHD, anger, and low self-esteem.

Her style is collaborative and client-centered, inviting clients to set goals and experiment with tools that fit their daily lives. Andrea integrates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and mindfulness-informed practices alongside ACT and DBT skills to help clients manage symptoms, improve coping, and strengthen emotional regulation.

She also works with issues including body image, communication problems, impulse control, mood disorders, panic, post-traumatic stress, and other specified focus areas. Andrea’s approach blends practical skill-building with compassionate listening to help people make meaningful changes at their own pace.

Therapeutic approaches and how they work online



Andrea commonly uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to help clients identify and shift unhelpful thought patterns and behaviors, which is useful for anxiety, depression, panic, and many mood-related concerns. She also integrates Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), which focuses on clarifying values and developing psychological flexibility so clients can respond to difficult emotions while moving toward meaningful goals. Finally, client-centered techniques guide the relationship with empathic listening and collaboration so clients feel heard while they learn new skills.

Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic work, and Andrea treats that as a collaborative process. She partners with each person to assess needs, preferences, and goals, then tailors interventions over time so strategies fit daily life and evolving priorities.

Online therapy with Andrea is offered through several flexible formats including video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. These options make it easier to fit sessions into busy schedules, maintain continuity during transitions, and access therapy from home or other locations, while still focusing on practical skill-building and reflective conversation led by a licensed professional.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does Andrea commonly address?
She works with a range of issues including stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, ADHD, addictions, anger, self-esteem, and coping with life changes, as well as many related focus areas.
What is her therapeutic style and approach?
Her style is compassionate and collaborative, incorporating client-centered methods and practical skill-building from approaches such as CBT, ACT, DBT, and mindfulness.
How much clinical experience does she have?
Andrea has six years of professional experience working with adults on a broad set of emotional and behavioral concerns.
What are her credentials and where is she based?
She holds an LCSW license registered as ID LCSW LCSW 41347 and practices in Idaho.
Does she offer services in other languages or to international clients?
Services are provided in English, and she is not currently accepting international clients.
Which session formats are available for online work?
Sessions can be conducted via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to accommodate different preferences.
How are fees and payment structured?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions are provided through a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
What are the steps to begin working with her?
To get started, select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist 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