Please note: My calendar is not updated to the public. Please email me directly for booking inquiries, consultation requests, and updated availability: ABednarzLMHC@Gmail.com. *I am able to take clients in Florida & New Hampshire. Hi there and thanks for stopping by my page! If you're struggling with depression, anxiety, relationships, parenting/family conflicts, or substance dependence, I would love to help you develop the skills and confidence necessary to deal with them successfully and sustainably. For reviews/ratings on Healthgrades.com, please visit: https://www.healthgrades.com/providers/andrea-bednarz-xyljgr9?cid=07ss_pes Psychology Today profile: https://member.psychologytoday.com/us/profile
What can clients expect to take away from sessions with you?
Therapy isn't a "quick fix" but is worth the emotional labor, time, and commitment to see the kind of changes you want to see in your life. Therapy should NOT be stressful or something you dread. Will it be hard work? Yes. Will it be uncomfortable at times? Yes. I make every effort to make sure the experience is as enjoyable and satisfactory as possible to ensure that therapy will be something you can stick with through the growing pains and tough sessions. My hope is that you walk every from every meeting feeling heard and having worked on a new skill as well as developed a renewed hope for your future. Please reach out to me directly via email at ABednarzLMHC@Gmail.com with questions!
What treatment methods and tools do you utilize?
My theoretical approach is one that is client-centered; our interactions will be focused on how to help you with your challenges, with you taking the lead in order to promote increased self-awareness, confidence, and overall improved functioning/emotional well-being. I incorporate principles of motivational interviewing, solution-focused techniques, and cognitive behavioral tenets as well draw upon real life examples to enhance the counseling experience (and humor!)
Explain to clients what areas you feel are your biggest strengths.
The first thing you should know about me is that I have a passion for helping people and therefore, my goal is to connect with you to help you change your life, not tell you what you "should" do. I have many years of experience working with a variety of populations, but my biggest asset is not really my experience (although that's helpful)- it's my passion for helping people and partnering with my clients to help them change their lives. Please feel free to reach out with questions and to inquire about my availability. I look forward to connecting with you!
Describe the client(s) you are best positioned to serve.
young adults, single parents, chronic mood disorders, adults, families, couples, students, substance abuse, international clients