(he/him)
New to Grow
I’m Andrew J. Hebert, a Licensed Professional Counselor with over twenty-four years of experience helping people feel seen, supported, and capable of real change. My approach is steady, down‑to‑earth, and rooted in the belief that everyone deserves a space where they can breathe, sort through what’s weighing on them, and feel genuinely understood. I use practical, gentle strategies—especially cognitive‑behavioral work—to help clients untangle their thoughts, break old patterns, and move toward a life that feels more grounded and manageable. Outside the office, I’m happiest with my rescue animals. I share my home with three dogs and two cats, all of them adopted, all of them full of personality. Caring for them keeps me centered and reminds me daily of the importance of compassion, patience, and second chances. When I’m not with them, you’ll usually find me unwinding with a good book, streaming series, and enjoying the quiet moments that help me recharge.
In our first session, my goal is to help you settle in and feel comfortable. I take time to get to know you—what brought you here, what you’ve been carrying, and what you hope to get out of therapy. I move at your pace. You don’t have to have everything figured out or know exactly where to start; we’ll sort through it together. I’ll ask a few gentle questions to understand your history, your current stressors, and the patterns you’ve noticed in your thoughts or emotions. I also explain how I work, what you can expect from me, and how we’ll partner together moving forward. By the end of that first session, most people feel a sense of relief—like they finally have a place to breathe, talk openly, and not feel judged. My goal is simple: to make sure you feel heard, supported, and hopeful about the path ahead.
What makes me unique as a therapist is the life I’ve lived before ever sitting in the counselor’s chair. I grew up around mental health challenges from a young age, so I learned early what it feels like to navigate big emotions without always having the language for them. That experience shaped the way I show up for people—with patience, understanding, and a deep respect for what they’ve survived. I’m also in long‑term recovery from alcohol, and that journey has given me a level of empathy and honesty that you can’t learn from a textbook. I know what it’s like to rebuild yourself, to face setbacks, and to choose healing again and again. That lived experience helps me connect with clients who feel ashamed, overwhelmed, or unsure where to start. I meet them without judgment because I’ve been there. I’m adopted as well, and that part of my story taught me about identity, belonging, and the complicated layers of family. It helps me support clients who are navigating questions about who they are, where they fit, and how their past shapes their present. And on a lighter note—I’m an animal lover through and through. My rescue pets keep me grounded and remind me daily of the power of compassion, second chances, and unconditional presence. That same spirit shows up in my work with clients. All of these pieces—my personal history, my recovery, my adoption story, and my heart for animals—shape the way I practice. They help me create a space where people feel safe, understood, and supported as they work toward healing and clarity.
My dream clients are the ones who’ve carried a lot for a long time and are finally ready to stop doing it alone. They’re adults, teens, or couples who feel overlooked, stretched thin, or stuck in patterns that no longer serve them. Many come in feeling tired—tired of being strong, tired of holding everything together, tired of feeling like no one really sees what they’re going through. I work especially well with people who have that quiet resilience, the “say I won’t” grit, even if they don’t always feel confident. They’re open to slowing down, looking at their thoughts and experiences with honesty, and trying small, realistic changes. They want a therapist who’s steady, down‑to‑earth, and willing to walk with them—not talk at them. My ideal clients value a warm, conversational space where they can be themselves. They’re ready for clarity, ready for relief, and ready to reclaim parts of their life they’ve had to set aside. If someone is looking for a therapist who shows up, listens deeply, and helps them make sense of what they’re carrying, that’s where I do my best work.
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
I’ve used CBT throughout my career because it gives people something real and usable—not just talk. In our work together, I help you slow down your thoughts, notice the ones that feel heavy or unfair, and gently challenge them so you can see yourself and your situation more clearly. We look at what’s true, what’s helpful, and what might need to be reframed. I keep the process supportive and down‑to‑earth, and we practice small shifts you can carry into your daily life. Clients often tell me they feel lighter, more grounded, and more in control once they learn how to work with their thoughts instead of being overwhelmed by them.