Silvia Andrews
What you should know about me is that I value authenticity, warmth, and real conversation. I know how easy it is to put on a brave face while quietly carrying anxiety, stress, or past trauma. I aim to create a safe, non-judgmental space where you can drop the mask and show up exactly as you are. My career in mental health spans 21 years, including 14 years as a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) and credentials as a Board-Certified Health and Wellness Coach (NBC-HWC). I specialize exclusively in individual therapy for adults across all life stages (18–65+) navigating anxiety, trauma, depression, and major life transitions.
What makes me unique is my ability to connect with clients from all walks of life, helping them uncover their inner strengths, embrace their values, and achieve meaningful growth.
In our work together, I take a whole-person approach that connects your mindset, daily habits, and emotional well-being. Rather than using a one-size-fits-all model, I tailor evidence-based frameworks—such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Exposure Therapy—to fit your unique story and goals. Effective therapy should give you both the room to process what you are experiencing at your own pace and the structured, practical tools needed to move forward. Whether you are feeling stuck, overwhelmed by stress, or navigating a major life change, my goal is to help you build resilience, self-compassion, and practical strategies you can use in everyday life. Your first session is always a warm, low-pressure conversation where we map out a collaborative roadmap for your care.
First session
once: Your first session is a warm, low-pressure intake designed to help us get to know each other. I know that starting therapy can feel overwhelming, so our primary goal is simply to create a comfortable space where you feel heard and supported. We will go at your pace as we talk through what brought you to therapy, your unique background, and what you hope to achieve. Together, we’ll explore your current challenges, discuss any symptoms or stressors you are experiencing, and identify your personal strengths. From there, we will begin mapping out a tailored, collaborative roadmap for your care. You will leave our first meeting with a clearer sense of direction, practical next steps, and a supportive plan built entirely around your needs.
Strengths
What sets my practice apart is the seamless integration of high-level clinical therapy with a forward-focused, whole-person lens. With nearly 21 years of experience in mental health—including 14 years as a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) and credentialing as a Board-Certified Health and Wellness Coach (NBC-HWC)—I bridge the gap between deep emotional healing and real-world daily progress. My greatest strength is my ability to create a safe, empathetic, and culturally responsive environment where you feel truly seen, validated, and respected. Rather than offering one-dimensional care, I meet you at the intersection of your mindset, daily habits, and emotional health. I draw from evidence-based clinical protocols to help you navigate trauma, anxiety, and major life transitions, while empowering you with practical, structured tools. My goal is not just to help you process past pain, but to help you uncover your inner strengths, realign with your values, and build sustainable momentum for the future.
Ideal clients
My ideal client is an adult looking for a meaningful balance between deep emotional processing and practical, forward movement. If you are struggling with the exhaustion of chronic anxiety, trauma, major life transitions, or self-sabotaging patterns, you aren't looking for a quick fix or a passive listener—you are looking for a thoughtful, active collaborator. My style is warm, integrative, and client-centered. I ensure our sessions always provide dedicated, unhurried room to process your feelings, talk through life's complexities, and feel genuinely heard. As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) and National Board-Certified Health & Wellness Coach (NBC-HWC), I combine that deep emotional processing with a whole-person lens—connecting mindset, daily habits, and evidence-based strategies like CBT, ACT, and Solution-Focused Therapy. Together, we will honor your feelings at your own pace while building a practical toolkit for lasting, measurable progress. Why this update works better:
Treatment methods
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
With 20+ years of clinical experience, I use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help clients identify and reframe unhelpful thinking patterns, break cycle of anxiety and negative self-talk, and develop practical coping strategies for lasting emotional relief.
Acceptance and commitment (ACT)
With 20+ years in mental health, including specialized focus in ACT, I help clients build psychological flexibility. Together, we work on accepting difficult thoughts without letting them control you, clarifying your core values, and taking committed action toward a fulfilling life.
Solution-Focused Brief Treatment
Leveraging 20+ years of clinical experience and active solution-focused strategies, my approach emphasizes identifying your innate strengths and setting clear, achievable goals. We focus on actionable, forward-momentum solutions to help you overcome challenges efficiently.
Strength-Based
With 20+ years of clinical experience, as a National Board Certified Health & Wellness Coach (NBC-HWC), and skilled in Motivational Interviewing (MI), my strength-based approach focuses on unlocking your internal resources. Rather than focusing solely on pathology, we identify your core strengths, values, and intrinsic motivation to resolve ambivalence, overcome obstacles, and create sustainable, lasting life changes.
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Virtual sessions
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- AlabamaLicense L601
- CaliforniaLicense 52103
- OregonLicense T2050