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- Anxiety and depression
- Trauma and abuse
- ACT and CBT methods
About Andrea
LCSW in Idaho with six years of clinical experience, Andrea Drake focuses on anxiety, depression, trauma, and related life changes. Andrea works with people who are navigating identity, addiction, and stress-related challenges. She names Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, and Mindfulness Therapy among her approaches.
Andrea keeps sessions direct and practical. She listens for what is most urgent and then helps people try small, doable steps. That can mean learning skills to manage panic, testing a new approach to a relationship concern, or building routines that reduce daily stress.
She uses ACT techniques to help people notice what matters most and choose actions that align with those values. CBT tools are used to identify unhelpful thoughts and to test alternatives in everyday situations. DBT skills and mindfulness practices appear when emotion regulation and distress tolerance are priorities.
People who work with Andrea should expect focused, collaborative sessions. She helps set clear goals and checks progress regularly. Conversations move between skill practice, problem solving, and reflecting on what changes are working.
Andrea also addresses issues such as ADHD, self-harm thoughts, substance issues, body image, gender dysphoria, and communication breakdowns. Her approach supports people dealing with impulsivity, guilt, and mood fluctuations while keeping attention on concrete next steps.
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How her approaches translate to online work
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy helps people clarify what matters to them and take small actions that reflect those values. Online sessions can guide values exercises and set real-world tasks to try between meetings. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy focuses on spotting unhelpful thoughts and testing new behaviors; in remote sessions that often looks like reviewing recent situations, practicing new responses, and assigning short experiments to do during the week.Finding the right method is a collaborative process. The therapist will discuss goals and preferences, then try approaches that fit the person's needs. Adjustments happen as progress and challenges become clearer, with the client involved in deciding what to keep or change.
The original biography does not list specific session formats, so confirm the current options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy week, shorten check-ins when needed, or avoid travel time. It also allows straightforward sharing of worksheets, guided mindfulness practices, and step-by-step skill coaching that support the therapeutic work outlined above.
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Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Also works with
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
6+ years
Listed in
Idaho
Languages
English
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Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she address?
She works with stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and related issues such as addictions, anger, ADHD, and self-harm. Additional focuses include body image, gender dysphoria, and communication problems.
What is her therapeutic style?
Her style is collaborative and skill-focused. Sessions combine practical skill practice, problem solving, and reflection on what helps in daily life.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has six years of experience as a clinician. That experience has included work with identity-related concerns and substance issues.
What are her credentials and where is she located?
She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW, practicing in Idaho. The credential is shown as LCSW.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English. International clients are not currently accepted.
What session formats are available?
The original biography did not list specific session formats. Confirm current session options with the provider before booking.
How are fees handled?
Cost varies by location. Sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Start by selecting the See online therapy options button and completing the short matching questionnaire. After that you can schedule a first session.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, use the urgent help numbers.