Licensed clinical social worker recordIdaho
Credentials check
- Credentials
- LCSW
- Licensed in Idaho
- LCSW, licence LCSW 41347
- NPI
- 1093208803
- Experience
- 6 years
- Languages
- English
- Location
- Idaho
These details come from information Andrea supplied to BetterHelp. A licence can be checked with the social work board of the state that issued it, and an NPI with the national registry.
AAbout
- Anxiety and depression
- Trauma and abuse
- ADHD and impulsivity
About Andrea
Andrea Drake is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) practicing in Idaho with six years of clinical experience. She focuses on stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, ADHD, addictions, anger, self-esteem, and coping with life changes. Andrea also works with issues related to gender identity and LGBTQ concerns.
She commonly helps people who are sorting out identity, sexuality, body image, or relationship patterns that feel confusing or painful. Sessions cover practical coping skills for panic, mood swings, and self-harm urges as well as ways to manage impulsivity and substance use. Andrea uses everyday language and concrete strategies rather than clinical jargon.
Her approach draws on acceptance and commitment techniques alongside cognitive behavioral tools and mindfulness practices. That means clients learn to notice hard thoughts, choose actions that match their values, and build skills to change unhelpful patterns. Dialectical behavior ideas are used when emotion regulation and distress tolerance are needed.
Andrea pays attention to communication problems, control issues, and the practical impacts of mental health on work and daily routines. She supports people exploring polyamory or non-monogamous relationships and those dealing with gender dysphoria or autism-related concerns. Intellectual disability and disruptive mood issues are also part of her practice focus.
People who seek Andrea generally want straightforward help with symptom reduction and real-life problem solving. She asks about current stressors, what has or hasn't helped before, and then works together on clear goals and small steps to reach them.
BHow sessions work
How her approaches translate to online work
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people learn to notice difficult thoughts and feelings while committing to actions that match their values. It is often used for anxiety, depression, and life transitions. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thought and behavior patterns; it is practical and skill based and commonly used for panic, mood disorders, and stress. Mindfulness Therapy teaches simple attention and breathing practices to reduce reactivity and improve focus, which can support emotion regulation and impulsivity management.Figuring out which approach to use is a collaborative process. The therapist will discuss goals, try methods in session, and adjust what they do based on how the client responds. That means sessions can shift between teaching skills, problem-solving, and values work as needed.
The original profile did not specify which online session formats are offered, so confirm current options before booking. Many people find virtual sessions help fit therapy into work or caregiving schedules, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and avoid travel time. Online work can also make it easier to practice skills between visits and bring real-life examples into sessions for discussion.
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Experience
6+ years
Listed in
Idaho
Languages
English
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Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does she address?
She works with stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, ADHD, addictions, anger, self-esteem, and coping with life changes. Andrea also addresses related issues like body image, gender dysphoria, and communication problems.
What is her therapeutic style?
Her practice uses a collaborative, practical style that blends Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and mindfulness. Sessions focus on skills, values-based action, and managing day-to-day challenges.
How much clinical experience does she have?
Andrea has six years of experience working with people on mood disorders, trauma, and identity-related concerns. That experience includes supporting those with substance use and impulse control difficulties.
Is she licensed and where does she practice?
She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensed in Idaho. The credential is listed as LCSW as provided in her profile.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English. International clients are not currently accepted.
What session formats are available?
The original profile did not list specific session formats. Confirm current session options before booking to know whether remote or in-person meetings are offered.
How are fees handled?
Cost varies with location. Sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with Andrea?
Start by selecting the See online therapy options button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and scheduling a first session through the platform.
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