Licensed to practice in 5 states and accepts 14 insurances. Specializes in Depression, Grief, Trauma and PTSD and 3 more.
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New to Grow
Hello, and welcome. I'm Andrea Jackson, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LICSW, LCSW) and Perinatal Mental Health Certified (PMH-C) therapist with over a decade of experience supporting individuals through life's challenges. I am licensed to provide therapy in the District of Columbia, New York, Utah, Vermont, and Virginia. My educational background includes a bachelor's degree from Syracuse University, where I double majored in Child and Family Studies and Psychology, and a Master of Social Work from the University of South Carolina. Throughout my career, I have worked across a variety of clinical settings, including perinatal behavioral health, college crisis counseling, inpatient psychiatry, and services for veterans.
During our first session, you can expect a collaborative approach to identifying goals and developing a realistic treatment plan. Your care is grounded in your individual goals, and sessions are tailored to meet your current needs. I bring an open-minded approach that values curiosity, respect for individuality, and the importance of establishing practical, actionable goals. I believe therapy should be a collaborative process that honors your unique experiences, strengths, and goals. My approach is grounded in evidence-based practices while remaining flexible, culturally responsive, and individualized to your needs. Together, we will explore the patterns, experiences, and stressors that may be contributing to your current challenges while building practical tools to help you move forward with greater confidence and clarity.
A Perspective Shaped by Experience As a Black woman and first-generation college graduate, I have firsthand experience navigating the intersection of personal goals, family expectations, cultural identity, and major life transitions. While every person's journey is unique, these experiences have deepened my commitment to creating a space where clients feel seen, heard, understood, and respected. I strive to provide a supportive, affirming, and nonjudgmental environment where you can openly explore your thoughts, emotions, and experiences. My goal is to help clients feel empowered to define success, healing, and growth on their own terms.
I work with adults ages 18 and older, with a special focus on: College students and young adults Pregnant and postpartum women BIPOC women Individuals navigating anxiety and depression Grief and loss Trauma-related concerns Life transitions and adjustment challenges Individuals experiencing periods of crisis or needing safety planning support My goal is to provide the kind of compassionate, affirming space where clients can process their experiences, reconnect with their strengths, and move toward healing at their own pace.
Other specialties
I identify as
Acceptance and commitment (ACT)
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people learn how to cope with difficult thoughts and emotions without becoming overwhelmed by them. Rather than focusing on getting rid of distress, ACT teaches skills for making room for life's challenges while staying connected to your values and what matters most. I frequently incorporate ACT into my work with clients experiencing grief, trauma, anxiety, life transitions, and perinatal mental health concerns. My additional training in ACT for trauma and grief allows me to help clients develop flexibility, resilience, and self-compassion as they navigate difficult experiences.
Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) helps people build practical skills for managing difficult emotions, coping with stress, improving relationships, and navigating life's challenges more effectively. DBT focuses on balancing acceptance and change—learning to accept yourself and your experiences while working toward meaningful growth. My experience with DBT began in crisis intervention work with adolescents and has continued through my work supporting adults and perinatal clients. I frequently incorporate DBT-informed skills such as mindfulness, emotional regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness to help clients feel more confident and equipped to handle difficult situations.
Strength-Based
Strengths-Based Therapy focuses on helping individuals recognize and build upon their existing strengths, resilience, and resources. Rather than viewing clients through the lens of problems or limitations, this approach emphasizes the skills, values, and experiences that can support growth and healing. During difficult periods, it can be easy to lose sight of the qualities and resources that have helped you overcome challenges in the past. I use a strengths-based approach throughout my work to help clients reconnect with those strengths while developing new tools to navigate life's challenges. Together, we focus on fostering self-confidence, resilience, and a greater sense of empowerment so that you can move forward with clarity, purpose, and trust in your ability to create meaningful change.
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is an evidence-based approach that helps individuals understand the connection between their thoughts, emotions, and behaviors. CBT is based on the idea that the way we interpret situations can influence how we feel and respond, and that by identifying unhelpful patterns, we can develop healthier ways of thinking and coping. I incorporate CBT into my work with clients experiencing anxiety, depression, stress, grief, life transitions, and perinatal mental health concerns. Together, we explore patterns that may be contributing to emotional distress, such as self-criticism, worry, avoidance, or negative beliefs about oneself. Through increased awareness and practical skill-building, clients learn new ways to respond to challenges, manage difficult emotions, and create meaningful changes in their daily lives. My approach to CBT is collaborative, compassionate, and tailored to each client's unique experiences. Rather than focusing on "positive thinking," CBT helps clients develop more balanced perspectives, strengthen coping skills, and build confidence in their ability to navigate life's challenges.