Location(s): Lynnwood
Hello and welcome. I’m Andrea and I grew up here in the PNW where I am now raising my own
children. I first became interested in mental health when I was working in the public school
system. While there, I noticed a great need for resources and services for students whose
academic performance was influenced by their mental health. This eventually led me into earning a Masters Degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. I have been in the mental health field since 2019 where I have worked with people challenged by anxiety, depression, trauma, past abuse, eating disorders and chronic stress.
I view counseling as being there along side you as you explore and process what is most urgent
in your life. I am committed to listening to your story and offering a safe space for you to be
your authentic self. Additionally, I believe counseling is a collaborative process where we work
together to decide what is needed and best for you. With that, you are always in control of the
direction you want to go in counseling. I will not push you to talk about something you do not
wish to speak about. However, I will challenge you in your limiting beliefs and behaviors as I
see them. I am here to help you grow and to overcome the challenges that brought you to
counseling.
The style of counseling I provide stems from many different theoretical frameworks. I draw from
the theories of Psychodynamic Therapy, Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Positive Psychology, and
Dialectical Behavior Therapy. I will explore your past to understand the patterns and beliefs that
you hold in the present. I use various tools within counseling sessions such as imagery,
relaxation techniques, and cognitive examination to help you move towards a place of calm and
clarity. While I use various different methods and techniques in sessions, I will always honor
what is best for you and your goals in therapy.
I work mainly with adults who are needing help with anxiety, depression, stress, life transitions,
high sensitivity, past abuse, trauma, parenting, and others. I am passionate about helping people
become more self-aware, resourceful, and empowered in their lives. It is truly a privilege to
listen to people’s stories and help them heal or find relief from suffering.
License:
LH61604390
Certificates:
Lifespan Integration Level 1
Contact Information
Please call the Cedar Valley Counseling main line at (425) 338-7589 to discuss scheduling an intake appointment.
