I earned my Bachelor’s degree in Psychology from the University of Michigan in 1991 and my Master’s degree in Counseling from St. Edward’s University in 2011. For the past 15 years, I have provided counseling and crisis services to adults with wide ranging issues and diagnoses, including Trauma/PTSD, Depression, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, Schizophrenia, Borderline Personality Disorder, Addiction, Grief and Loss, Parenting Struggles and Relationship Challenges. While I have extensive training in various therapeutic modalities. I currently use an integrative treatment style that incorporates Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Ego State Therapy

What can clients expect to take away from sessions with you?

Starting this therapeutic process can bring about a mix of emotions, ranging from excitement to feelings of unease and ambivalence. However you show up, I will welcome you into a warm supportive space where we can get to know each other and collaboratively develop a plan for healing. Compassion and curiosity are the guiding forces in my therapeutic approach. I strive to create a nurturing and non-judgmental environment that encourages clients to express themselves freely and authentically

Explain to clients what areas you feel are your biggest strengths.

I love collaborating with clients and am guided by a strengths-based approach. I use humor, curiosity, creativity and intuition to help my clients develop greater self awareness and self compassion.

Describe the client(s) you are best positioned to serve.

Extensive clinical experience and advanced training in trauma therapy have allowed me to work effectively with individuals struggling with complex trauma. While trauma is one of my specialties, I am excited to work with clients, who are ready to discover new information, perspectives and skills that can be readily applied in everyday life.

About Andrea Goldstein