Andrea is kind, caring and patient. She’s taught me so much and is extremely knowledgeable across many areas of therapy and personal growth. Love her!
Andrea Herman , LCSW
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through BetterHelp
At a glance
Andrea is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.
- 4.5 stars
- Clients are very satisfied with Andrea. View 10 reviews
- Speaks English
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in Missouri
Recent reviews
Andrea is a fantastic listener - her guidance and support has been such a great help to me, and she's been able to offer me the real, practical tools I can put to use every day to help improve my mental health, resilience and strategies for coping with life's challenges.
More about Andrea
- 9 years' experience
- Female
- LCSW
Hello, I'm Andrea Herman. I am a licensed clinical social worker with over twenty years of experience working with adults to help them better cope with life challenges. I have extensive experience supporting people struggling with grief and loss, whether through death, divorce, or other major life transitions. My expertise is in the grief-and-loss model called 'companioning,' which emphasizes bearing witness non-judgmentally to a person's unique grief journey and helping them mourn skillfully to reconcile their loss and move forward toward healing. Additionally, I have experience counseling people struggling with depression, anxiety, stress management, and relationship and work difficulties. I have also worked with people in crisis and those making major life decisions, helping with referrals to specialized therapists or treatment when needed. Ten years of my counseling experience was at the Mayo Clinic in Rochester, MN.
I am guided by a holistic, biopsychosocial theory that emphasizes the importance of addressing challenges in the context of our environments, relationships, and physical, mental, and even spiritual health. I draw from DBT, systems theory, and client-centered approaches. I believe in the absolute importance of a therapist's caring, non-judgmental and accepting approach. I am committed to using evidence-based interventions that have proven effective and forming a genuine alliance that builds on people's strengths so they can lead healthier and more satisfying lives.
I've regularly worked with people by phone and video conferencing, so I am comfortable using Better Help's mode of interacting and can be flexible to meet the needs and preferences of my clients. It is very courageous of someone to consider therapy, especially since most who are considering this are struggling in some way yet choose to reach out for support. Whether this is your first time or you have done therapy in the past, I applaud your desire to better your situation and would be honored to work with you if you think we'd be a good fit.
Specialties
Stress
Anxiety
Grief
Depression
Coping with life changes
Relationship issues
Family conflicts
Trauma and abuse
Self esteem
Coaching
Compassion fatigue
Aging and Geriatric Issues
Cancer
Caregiver issues and stress
Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)
Divorce and separation
Emptiness
Hospice and End of Life Counseling
Isolation / loneliness
Life purpose
Midlife crisis
Mood disorders
Panic disorder and panic attacks
Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
Self-Harm
Social anxiety and phobia
Trichotillomania
Young Adult Issues
Treatment Approaches
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
- Motivational Interviewing
- Solution-Focused Therapy
Licenses
Andrea Herman 's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1427768894.
- LCSW · Missouri · 2021007042 · Expires September 2024
About online counseling
- Affordable.
- Pay a low flat fee.
- Convenient.
- Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
- Available now.
- There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.
Online counseling, also known as teletherapy, is a method of delivering mental health services through digital means such as video conferencing, phone calls, or messaging platforms. It can be an ideal option for individuals who have difficulty accessing traditional therapy due to geographical distance, time constraints, or personal preferences like privacy and comfort. Many people find it easier to open up from the familiarity of their own space. Teletherapy has been found to be highly effective, with studies showing that it can produce similar outcomes to in-person therapy, particularly for issues like anxiety, depression, and PTSD. The flexibility and accessibility it offers make it a valuable alternative to conventional therapy settings.
Reviews for Andrea Herman
All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.
Overall rating:
Andrea is kind, caring and patient. She’s taught me so much and is extremely knowledgeable across many areas of therapy and personal growth. Love her!
Andrea is a fantastic listener - her guidance and support has been such a great help to me, and she's been able to offer me the real, practical tools I can put to use every day to help improve my mental health, resilience and strategies for coping with life's challenges.
Andrea is amazing! I honestly don’t think I would make it through this tough time with out her right now. She gives great advice and is always able to shift my thinking about situations.
Andrea has been a true source of comfort and kindness during a difficult life transition for me. She has helped me identify and work through painful emotions and shows me the utmost respect and understanding when I need more time to face deeper wounds. She is patient, considerate and very calming. Her understanding of human feeling is excellent and her support has been invaluable.
Andrea is exactly what I needed. She has helped me through the toughest part of my life by listening and giving me tools to make it through each day.
Working with Andrea was such a wonderful experience. I was in a really challenging place dealing with intense grief from the loss of my 13-year old dog, who was my only companion. Andrea is thoughtful, empathetic, knowledgeable and so good at listening and adjusting to what you need. I am so thankful for her support, guidance and encouragement, and I would highly recommend Andrea to anyone who is working through their grief journey.
Andrea, has allowed me to tap into feeling I have repressed for so many years. I've now been working with her a few months & I feel so much positive improvement in myself. She's caring and knows what she is doing for sure.
She is my first therapist and she has helped me understand and appreciate more of my feelings than I thought. She has been such a help and I will always appreciate it.
Andrea is kind, caring and always professional. She's excellent for someone with anxiety and is fantastic at listening and making her presence and validation felt, even when speaking asynchronously. Thank you Andrea for helping me navigate some challenging times!
I started a few weeks ago and was weary about doing therapy online. Andrea has been so wonderful in every aspect. She listens to me and validates my concerns and always gets back to me within 24 hours but most time much sooner than that.
Frequently asked questions
Does Andrea Herman offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Andrea Herman works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.
What language(s) does Andrea Herman speak?
Andrea Herman speaks English.
How many years of experience does Andrea Herman have?
Andrea Herman has 9 years of experience.
Where is Andrea Herman licensed to practice?
Andrea Herman is licensed to practice in Missouri.
Does Andrea Herman accept clients outside of the United States?
No, Andrea Herman does not accept clients outside of the United States.
Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?
Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."
What treatment approaches does Andrea Herman offer?
Andrea Herman offers clients Client-Centered Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Motivational Interviewing, and Solution-Focused Therapy.
How can I communicate with Andrea Herman ?
Andrea Herman can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.
How do I get started with Andrea Herman ?
Just tap the CHAT NOW button or tap here: A new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.
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When you tap CHAT NOW a new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation.
Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.