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Andrew Leonard, LCSW
Virginia
LCSW - anxiety and relationship concerns
See online therapy options- CBT techniques
- EMDR for trauma
- Mindfulness practice
About Andrew
Andrew Leonard is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) practicing in Virginia with 26 years of experience. He helps people manage stress, anxiety, relationship and family concerns, and depression. He also works with issues like trauma, addiction, grief, sleep problems, anger, and challenges around intimacy and parenting.
Clients can expect straightforward sessions that focus on identifying unhelpful thoughts and habits. He uses practical methods to try new ways of responding to difficult feelings. Conversations are aimed at clear steps people can try between meetings.
Andrew draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to notice thinking patterns and change behaviors that keep problems going. He also uses client-centered methods to listen closely and mindfulness practices to build awareness. For trauma, he incorporates EMDR where appropriate alongside other approaches.
His work includes attention to communication problems, career and money difficulties, midlife questions, and issues like self-harm or mood instability. He can also assist with smoking or vaping cessation and substance concerns, using motivational techniques when useful.
Sessions are practical and problem-focused. Andrew helps people map specific goals, track progress, and adjust strategies over time. To start, people follow the site's process to complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule a first session.
How his approaches translate to online work
Andrew uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to help people recognize unhelpful thinking and try new behavior patterns. CBT focuses on specific problems and usually includes short exercises and practical homework people can do between sessions to test changes.He also uses Client-Centered Therapy, which emphasizes listening and building a clear collaborative plan. For trauma-related concerns he may use Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), a method that helps process distressing memories with structured steps and guided attention.
Finding the right approach is part of the work. He will discuss goals, preferences, and life demands to decide whether CBT, client-centered methods, EMDR, or a mix fits best. This is a collaborative process where methods are adjusted as progress is tracked.
Confirm the exact session formats before booking, since the biography does not specify them. Online sessions can make it easier to fit meetings into a busy week, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and remove travel time. Many people find remote sessions let them practice skills in real life between meetings, while still getting regular feedback from a licensed professional.
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Experience
26+ years
Listed in
Virginia
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does he help with most often?
He works with stress, anxiety, relationship and family issues, depression, trauma, and addictions among other concerns.
How does he use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy?
He uses CBT to identify unhelpful thoughts and behaviors and to try alternative responses through practical exercises and homework.
What is his clinical background?
He is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with 26 years of professional experience in behavioral health.
Where is he based and licensed?
He is based in Virginia and practices as a VA LCSW.
Which languages are supported and can international clients connect?
Sessions are offered in English and he does not accept international clients at this time.
What session formats are offered?
The biography does not list specific session formats; confirm current online and in-person options before booking.
How is payment handled?
Cost varies by location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Use the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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