- Anger management skills
- CBT and ACT approaches
- DBT skills practice
About Andrea
Andrea Drake is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) practicing in Idaho with six years of clinical experience. She works with adults who are dealing with depression, anxiety, trauma, and questions about identity. Andrea also helps people managing anger, stress, ADHD, addictions, and shifts in life circumstances.
Andrea focuses on practical conversation and skills. Sessions are straightforward and aimed at helping people notice patterns, try different responses, and build reliable tools for everyday living. She uses clear techniques rather than abstract language so clients can test what works between sessions.
Her approach draws on several evidence-based methods. She uses Acceptance and Commitment Therapy to help people clarify values and take action, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to identify unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns, and Dialectical Behavior Therapy skills for emotion regulation and distress tolerance. Mindfulness practices and client-centered listening are also part of how she works.
Andrea commonly supports people facing issues around self-esteem, body image, gender identity, and relationship dynamics. She also addresses specific concerns such as panic attacks, post-traumatic stress, substance use, impulsivity, and communication problems. Her work includes helping people cope with guilt, shame, and control issues.
Sessions are offered in English and provided from her Idaho practice. She does not accept international clients. Prospective clients are asked to use the site process to match and schedule a first appointment.
How her approaches translate to online work
Andrea commonly uses Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Dialectical Behavior Therapy in her work. ACT focuses on identifying personal values and taking meaningful steps despite difficult thoughts or feelings. CBT looks at how thoughts, feelings, and behaviors interact and teaches practical techniques to shift unhelpful patterns. DBT offers concrete skills for regulating strong emotions, tolerating distress, and improving communication.Choosing the best approach is a collaborative process. She will work with clients to try techniques, review what helps, and adjust the plan based on goals and preferences. That means some sessions may focus on skill practice while others review how those skills fit into daily life.
The therapist's session formats are not listed here, so confirm current options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy schedule - for example a shorter check-in during a lunch break, or a session without needing to travel. It can also allow emphasis on in-the-moment skill use and real-life practice between meetings, which many people find useful when managing anger and stress.
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Therapeutic approaches
Experience
6+ years
Listed in
Idaho
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does Andrea help with?
She works with depression, anxiety, trauma, anger, stress, ADHD, addictions, self-esteem, and coping with life changes.
What is her therapeutic style?
Her style is practical and collaborative, using clear techniques and skill-building from several therapies.
How many years has she been practicing?
She has six years of clinical experience as a licensed social worker.
What credential does she hold and where is she located?
She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) practicing in Idaho.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people from other countries work with her?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
How does payment and cost work?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Use the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.