- Trauma focused CBT
- Cognitive processing therapy
- Skill building
About Andrew
Andrew Merritt is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with 20 years of clinical experience. He practices in Oklahoma and brings a broad background from living in several U.S. states and abroad. He works with adults on concerns such as stress, anxiety, anger, relationships, parenting, trauma and abuse, depression, bipolar disorder, and sleep problems.
He uses straightforward conversation and a mix of approaches rather than a single method. Sessions often involve asking guided questions to uncover unhelpful beliefs and gently challenging patterns that get in the way of day-to-day coping. He also helps people develop practical skills to manage mood, sleep, and relationship strain.
Andrew has a master’s degree in counseling and holds LPC credentials in Oklahoma and Colorado. His work history includes counseling individuals, couples, youth, and families, and he has experience addressing serious mental health concerns and organizational leadership issues. Training has included Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Cognitive Processing Therapy.
In practice he blends evidence-based tools with conversational problem-solving. That can mean learning new coping strategies, testing different ways of interacting with others, or rethinking beliefs that fuel anger and resentment. Sessions aim to be practical and focused on changes that make daily life easier.
People interested in starting are asked to complete a short matching questionnaire and then schedule a first session. Because he has worked across cultures and settings, he pays attention to how background and life roles shape how people respond to stress and conflict.
How therapeutic approaches translate to online work
Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy is an approach that helps people gently process traumatic memories and reduce the ways those memories keep causing fear or anger. It combines talking about events with specific tools to change unhelpful thoughts and reactions. Cognitive Processing Therapy focuses on identifying and changing stuck beliefs that make recovery harder; it aims to shift thinking patterns that feed shame, guilt, or anger.Finding the right approach is part of the work. Andrew will collaborate with each person to pick techniques that match their goals, needs, and preferences. That means trying methods, reviewing what helps, and adjusting the plan together rather than promising a single solution.
Session formats are not listed in the biography, so confirm current session options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit counseling into a workday or a busy schedule, reduce travel time, and allow for shorter check-ins when needed. Working online still lets therapists teach coping skills, practice new interaction patterns, and guide thought-restructuring exercises in ways that fit into ordinary life.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Also works with
Experience
20+ years
Listed in
Oklahoma, Colorado
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does he address?
He works with stress, anxiety, anger, relationship issues, parenting, trauma and abuse, grief, sleep problems, depression, bipolar, ADHD, career stress, and related concerns.
What is his therapeutic style like?
His style is conversational and practical. He uses guided questioning and gentle challenge to help people reframe beliefs and try new coping skills.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He has more than 20 years of counseling experience working in multiple states and abroad with individuals, couples, youth, and families.
What are his credentials and where is he based?
He is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) licensed in Oklahoma and Colorado and practices from Oklahoma.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Does he work with international clients?
He does not accept international clients at this time.
How are sessions paid for and what about cost?
Cost varies with location; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I get started scheduling a session?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule your first session.