About
As a solutions-focused counselor, Andrea works with clients at their own pace to achieve their goals and find their path of healing. With over 16 years of experience in various settings, including emergency rooms, hospital medical floors, and private practice, Andrea specializes in treating depression, anxiety, trauma, and PTSD. She utilizes an eclectic approach, incorporating techniques such as brain spotting, mindfulness, motivational interviewing, play therapy, gestalt therapy, and cognitive behavioral therapy. Andrea's goal is to empower clients to take an active role in their healing journey, creating a comfortable and supportive space for them to explore their thoughts, emotions, and behaviors. By working together, clients can develop the skills and strategies needed to manage their symptoms, improve their relationships, and enhance their overall well-being.
Insurance & payment
Begin Within Counseling accepts Aetna, Cigna, and Evernorth, Magellan, MINES and Associates, New Directions | Lucet, and Out of Network insurance plans.
- Aetna
- Cigna
- Magellan Health
- MINES and Associates
- New Directions | Lucet
- Out of network
Ask about sliding-scale fees if you're paying out of pocket.
Services & specialties
Online Video Sessions
Convenient and secure online counseling sessions available to clients in the comfort of their own homes or on-the-go.
Brainspotting
A treatment approach that taps into the body's innate ability to heal, reducing and eliminating the impact of unresolved trauma, negative beliefs, and emotional distress.
Mindfulness
A practice that increases awareness of one's thoughts, emotions, and physical sensations, allowing for a more authentic and compassionate experience of life.
Motivational Interviewing
A goal-oriented approach that helps clients resolve ambivalence and increase motivation to change their behavior.
Play Therapy
A therapeutic approach that uses play to help children and families communicate and work through challenging emotions and experiences.
Gestalt Therapy
A person-centered approach that focuses on the present moment and the individual's experience, helping clients become more aware of their thoughts, emotions, and behaviors.