She is great. She has helped me grow in so many different ways.
Andrea Kay, LMHC
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through BetterHelp
At a glance
Andrea is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.
- 4.5 stars
- Clients are very satisfied with Andrea. View 6 reviews
- Speaks English
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in New York
Recent reviews
Andrea is always professional, supportive, and very helpful! Andrea provides different ways to access her and I feel comfortable reaching out. Our conversations have a natural flow and she has introduced a variety of strategies to cope and target my goals.
More about Andrea
- 5 years' experience
- Female
- LMHC
My name is Andrea and I am currently based out of Albany, NY. I have been working as a clinician for over 5 years providing services in private practice and crisis services. In addition, I have 10 years of experience working in the mental health field providing various roles such as housing, case management and clinician. I have experience working with a wide array of diagnoses such as depression, anxiety, life changes, stress management, life satisfaction, post-traumatic stress disorder, and personality disorders. I also have experience working with people who are in crisis situations and need immediate support and de-escalation, safety planning, and linkages to services in the community.
I have a passion for working in this field and helping people to live their best life possible. I operate from a holistic approach because I believe our mental health is affected by and affects many areas of our life. I enjoy utilizing cognitive behavioral approaches, dialectical behavioral therapy, positive psychology and strength’s based perspective when working with clients. However, I understand that therapy is person centered and will gear my techniques to what works best for you. I am here to help motivate, empower, and encourage growth while accomplishing the goals you have set forth. I know seeking out help is not always easy so I commend you for taking this first step and look forward to working together!
Specialties
Stress
Anxiety
Relationship issues
Self esteem
Depression
Coping with life changes
Family conflicts
Trauma and abuse
Grief
Anger management
Career difficulties
Bipolar disorder
Compassion fatigue
Communication problems
Life purpose
Treatment Approaches
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
- Mindfulness Therapy
- Motivational Interviewing
- Solution-Focused Therapy
Licenses
Andrea Kay's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1821635038.
- LMHC · New York · 009686 · Expires February 2025
About online counseling
- Affordable.
- Pay a low flat fee.
- Convenient.
- Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
- Available now.
- There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.
Online counseling allows you to receive care from a mental health practitioner via phone, video chat, or instant messaging. It is convenient for those who may have trouble getting to or would prefer not to have in-person therapy appointments. Starting at $65 per week, online counseling is generally more affordable than in-person counseling. A study by researchers at University of California, Berkeley found that online counseling can be just as effective as face-to-face therapy while being more convenient, affordable, and accessible.
Reviews for Andrea Kay
All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.
Overall rating:
She is great. She has helped me grow in so many different ways.
Andrea is always professional, supportive, and very helpful! Andrea provides different ways to access her and I feel comfortable reaching out. Our conversations have a natural flow and she has introduced a variety of strategies to cope and target my goals.
Andrea is amazing! She’s helped me so much over the last few months. So comforting and willing to listen. So happy I was able to find her on Better Help.
I can’t say enough about Andrea. I have had multiple experiences in the past year of my acute anxiety and I hit the jackpot with Andrea. She is the youngest of all the therapists I have tried and the one who has the most wisdom. I am so grateful to have found her...there aren’t enough words to express my thanks! She is very talented and will be helping many desperate souls such as myself!
Working with Andrea has been really great. I enjoy talking with her each week, and she's given me super handy worksheets to help me with tackling my anxiety. I'm only a little over a month into working with her, but I definitely feel like progress is being made towards my goals.
Andrea is amazing! I’ve had three sessions with her and I feel like I’m in a path to recovery compared to about four months of counseling which were not helpful or did not push me to progress.
Frequently asked questions
Does Andrea Kay offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Andrea Kay works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.
What language(s) does Andrea Kay speak?
Andrea Kay speaks English.
How many years of experience does Andrea Kay have?
Andrea Kay has 5 years of experience.
Where is Andrea Kay licensed to practice?
Andrea Kay is licensed to practice in New York.
Does Andrea Kay accept clients outside of the United States?
No, Andrea Kay does not accept clients outside of the United States.
Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?
Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."
What treatment approaches does Andrea Kay offer?
Andrea Kay offers clients Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Solution-Focused Therapy.
How can I communicate with Andrea Kay?
Andrea Kay can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.
How do I get started with Andrea Kay?
Just tap the CHAT NOW button or tap here: A new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.
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When you tap CHAT NOW a new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.