Jessica Andrews

Solutions-focused LCSW offering practical coping strategies

LCSW Texas

Experience: 13 years in practice
Focus areas: Stress, Anxiety, Relationship, Anger
Approaches: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Attachment-Based Therapy
Languages: English

About Jessica

Jessica Andrews is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in Texas who focuses on helping people manage stress, anxiety, relationship strain, anger, self-esteem concerns, and life transitions.

Background and approach

With 13 years of professional experience, she brings practical strategies and an empathic presence to work on issues such as addictions, parenting challenges, intimacy and family dynamics, eating and body image concerns, career stress, compassion fatigue, and ADHD-related struggles.

Her practice also addresses more specific areas including abandonment, attachment issues, blended family dynamics, communication problems, and divorce or separation. Her counseling style emphasizes warmth, collaboration, and respect.

Jessica draws on cognitive behavioral techniques alongside attachment-informed and client-centered methods to tailor conversations and plans to each person’s needs. She aims to combine evidence-informed strategies with a strengths-focused perspective to help clients build coping skills, clarify values, and make steady progress toward their goals.

Prospective clients who seek practical tools paired with compassionate support may find her approach accessible and constructive.

Therapeutic approaches and how they translate to online care

Jessica commonly uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Attachment-Based Therapy, and Client-Centered Therapy in her work. CBT focuses on identifying and shifting unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns to reduce symptoms like anxiety or depression and improve daily functioning. Attachment-Based Therapy explores how early relationship patterns influence current emotional responses and connection issues, which can be useful for intimacy, family, and attachment concerns. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes a nonjudgmental, empathic therapeutic relationship where the therapist supports the client’s own pace and goals to build insight and resilience.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and she works collaboratively with clients to determine which methods fit best for their needs, goals, and preferences. Treatment plans are adjusted over time so techniques and focus areas match what is most helpful in session.

Online therapy with her can be scheduled through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to increase flexibility and accessibility. These formats make it easier to fit sessions into busy lives, maintain continuity during life changes, and access therapeutic tools and feedback between meetings.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does this therapist commonly address?

She works with a broad range of issues including stress, anxiety, relationship and intimacy-related concerns, anger, low self-esteem, depression, addictions, parenting and career challenges, and other areas such as body image and ADHD.

What is her therapeutic approach and style?

Her style is warm and interactive, blending cognitive behavioral techniques with attachment-informed and client-centered approaches to tailor treatment to each person’s needs.

How much clinical experience does she have?

She has 13 years of professional experience working with a variety of mental health and life concerns across different settings.

What credentials and locations are listed?

She holds the LCSW credential and is licensed with AZ LCSW LCSW-21956 and NM LCSW C-10886; her listed practice location is Texas.

Does she offer services in other languages or to international clients?

She provides services in English and is not currently accepting international clients.

Which session formats are available with her?

Sessions can be conducted via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging depending on therapist availability and platform options.

How are costs handled for sessions?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.

What steps are involved in getting started for a new client?

To begin, select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to the therapist’s availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesAnger managementSelf esteem Coping with life changes

Also works with

AddictionsLGBTFamily conflictsIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersParenting issuesCareer difficultiesDepressionCoachingCompassion fatigue ADHD

Additional focus areas

AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesAvoidant personalityBlended family issuesBody imageCaregiver issues and stressCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesDependent personalityDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)Divorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFertility issuesFirst responder issuesForgivenessGender dysphoriaGuilt and shame ImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMoney and financial issuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCD Panic disorder and panic attacksPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthPrejudice and discriminationSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaTraumatic brain injuryTrichotillomaniaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Attachment-Based TherapyClient-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)Existential TherapyGottman MethodMindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingNarrative TherapyPsychodynamic TherapySolution-Focused TherapyTrauma-Focused Therapy

Experience

13+ years

Licensed

New Mexico, Texas, Arizona

Languages

English