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Andrew Leonard, LCSW

Experienced mental health professional

Provides online counseling through BetterHelp

At a glance

Andrew 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 Andrew. View 12 reviews
Great news, Andrew is accepting new clients!
He is normally fully-booked.
Speaks English
Offers Telehealth visits
Licensed in Virginia

Recent reviews

Andrew Leonard is a compassionate, careful, and attentive therapist. His questions help guide - but not control - the process of discovery and insight. His demeanor is balanced, courteous and engaging. Definitely a great therapist for my age demographic (I'm 66)

Reviewed December 2023

Straight talk here...I am a person who needs to talk my issues out. Generally to exhaustion! Leonard listens. Chimes in and often keeps me on track. This is healing for me...he is perfect

Reviewed August 2023

More about Andrew

  • 26 years' experience
  • Male
  • LCSW

I am licensed clinical social worker in Virginia with over 30 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, & depression. I believe that forming a relationship with a professional is the first step in taking the journey to a better life . I would be honored to assist you on your journey.

Specialties

Stress Anxiety Relationship issues Family conflicts Depression Compassion fatigue Addictions Trauma and abuse Grief Intimacy-related issues Sleeping disorders Parenting issues Anger management Career difficulties Bipolar disorder Coping with life changes Communication problems Drug and alcohol addiction Emptiness Family problems Forgiveness Intellectual disability Life purpose Men's issues Midlife crisis Money and financial issues Mood disorders Self-harm Self-love Smoking / vaping cessation

Treatment Approaches

  • Client-Centered Therapy
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)
  • Gottman Method
  • Mindfulness Therapy
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Solution-Focused Therapy

Licenses

Andrew Leonard's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1386821197.

  • LCSW · Virginia · 0904003863 · Expires June 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 Andrew Leonard

All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.

Overall rating:

4.5

12 reviews

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Clients mention: Great Attentive Listens Perfect Thank you Caring Comfortable Easy Fantastic Healing

Andrew Leonard is a compassionate, careful, and attentive therapist. His questions help guide - but not control - the process of discovery and insight. His demeanor is balanced, courteous and engaging. Definitely a great therapist for my age demographic (I'm 66)

Reviewed December 2023

Straight talk here...I am a person who needs to talk my issues out. Generally to exhaustion! Leonard listens. Chimes in and often keeps me on track. This is healing for me...he is perfect

Reviewed August 2023

Great person. Very down to earth and humble

Reviewed August 2023

It being my first time seeing a therapist, I was somewhat nervous of what to expect. However, it was so easy to talk to Andrew. Great listening skills, insightful feedback, and the questions he asks prompt much needed self-reflection. I ended every session feeling a a sense of relief and could breathe much easier. Thankful to have been matched with him.

Reviewed January 2023

Great therapist. Understood my concerns and ways to improve and build a more positive mental conversation with myself. Continues to listen and support my goals.

Reviewed January 2023

Really cares about his clients. Stays on top the conversation . Always eager to listen or talk

Reviewed January 2023

Andrew is just down-to-earth. You want to sit there and talk crochet while drinking fancy tea, ? yes. And you don’t even feel dumb about it. Compassionate, open-minded, Highly recommend - the tea is my thing, not his. Doesn’t matter. He’s fantastic

Reviewed January 2023

Listening is a skill...I personally just need an ear...so this is perfect

Reviewed November 2022

He’s really attentive.

Reviewed September 2022

I really like Mr. Leonard. I feel fortunate to have been matched with him. I feel comfortable sharing and discussing things with him. He listens and seems kind and caring.

Reviewed July 2022

Thank You Andrew, for your opening ear. Thank you for helping me to manage through my experiences with overall good and promising outcomes!

Reviewed June 2022

Andrew has been very understanding and supportive!

Reviewed June 2022

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Frequently asked questions

Does Andrew Leonard offer telehealth visits?

Yes. Andrew Leonard 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 Andrew Leonard speak?

Andrew Leonard speaks English.

How many years of experience does Andrew Leonard have?

Andrew Leonard has 26 years of experience.

Where is Andrew Leonard licensed to practice?

Andrew Leonard is licensed to practice in Virginia.

Does Andrew Leonard accept clients outside of the United States?

No, Andrew Leonard 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 Andrew Leonard offer?

Andrew Leonard offers clients Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Gottman Method, Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Solution-Focused Therapy.

How can I communicate with Andrew Leonard?

Andrew Leonard 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 Andrew Leonard?

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.