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Andrea Drake, LCSW

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.

5.0 stars
Clients are very satisfied with Andrea. View 8 reviews
Great news, Andrea is accepting new clients!
She is normally fully-booked.
Speaks English
Offers Telehealth visits
Licensed in Idaho

Recent reviews

She is by far the best therapist I've ever had. She listens, and challenges my way of thinking

Reviewed September 2024

Best therapist ever!

Reviewed August 2024

More about Andrea

  • 6 years' experience
  • Female
  • LCSW

I am licensed in Idaho with 5 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, lgbtq+ related issues, trauma and abuse, & depression. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process.

Specialties

Stress Anxiety LGBT Trauma and abuse Depression ADHD Parenting issues Anger management Autism and Asperger Syndrome Body image Communication problems Control issues Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD) Drug and alcohol addiction Gender dysphoria Guilt and shame Impulsivity Intellectual disability Mood disorders Panic disorder and panic attacks Polyamory / non-monogamous relationships Post-traumatic stress Self-harm Sexuality Social anxiety and phobia Women's issues Young adult issues

Treatment Approaches

  • Client-Centered Therapy
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
  • Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)
  • Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)
  • Mindfulness Therapy
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Solution-Focused Therapy
  • Trauma-Focused Therapy
  • Internal Family Systems

Licenses

Andrea Drake's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1093208803.

  • LCSW · Idaho · LCSW 41347 · Expires October 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 Drake

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

Overall rating:

5.0

8 reviews

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Clients mention: Easy Listens Best therapist Comfortable Excellent Fantastic Helping Supportive Wonderful The best

She is by far the best therapist I've ever had. She listens, and challenges my way of thinking

Reviewed September 2024

Best therapist ever!

Reviewed August 2024

Andrea has a true talent for helping others by offering realistic solutions and supportive advice. She is very easy to talk to and very transparent.

Reviewed August 2024

Andrea is a fantastic therapist! She listened without making me feel like I was being judged. I learned alot about myself as well as learned some tools to move forward in life.

Reviewed July 2024

I like that Andrea makes you put in the effort to help yourself.

Reviewed May 2024

I was hesitant to book my first session. I was relieved of how easy it was to get through the appointment once I made it. Looking forward to our next session.

Reviewed March 2024

Andrea is a wonderful therapist. She listens and give suggestions/advice and is excellent at communicating.

Reviewed January 2024

Our first session was awesome. Andrea was super thorough, friendly, and made me feel super comfortable- for a situation that can tend to be very uncomfortable, I’m looking forward to continuing on with her.

Reviewed January 2024

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Frequently asked questions

Does Andrea Drake offer telehealth visits?

Yes. Andrea Drake 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 Drake speak?

Andrea Drake speaks English.

How many years of experience does Andrea Drake have?

Andrea Drake has 6 years of experience.

Where is Andrea Drake licensed to practice?

Andrea Drake is licensed to practice in Idaho.

Does Andrea Drake accept clients outside of the United States?

No, Andrea Drake 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 Drake offer?

Andrea Drake offers clients Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Solution-Focused Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy, and Internal Family Systems.

How can I communicate with Andrea Drake?

Andrea Drake 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 Drake?

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.

Mental health conditions are real, common, and treatable.

And recovery is possible.

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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.