Andrea Olson
MS, LAPC, NCC
Therapist
About Me
I feel the most important aspect of counseling is the relationship between the counselor and client. If we are able to create a genuine relationship that is grounded in authenticity and trust, we can further your understanding of yourself, your experiences, and how you engage with the world. I aim to help people by cultivating a safe environment where thoughts and emotions can be deeply felt, and where we can discover what steps you can take in your life that better align with your values. Through counseling, we can learn how to acknowledge thoughts, feelings, and past experiences without having them overwhelm or define us.
I believe that the present is the most important time to be in; however, many things from the past (or even the future) can hold us back from experiencing what is going on around us. When we are able to process our past and our future, we are finally able to connect with the current moment we are living in.
I have worked with people experiencing different challenges, including depression, anxiety, trauma, grief, interpersonal stress, and identity/self-esteem issues. Ultimately, I am passionate about working with anyone who feels “stuck” and wants to find meaning in their life. Moving forward is possible, no matter how long you have felt stagnant.
Licensed Associate Professional Counselor (LAPC), Pennsylvania State Board of Social Workers, Marriage and Family Therapists and Professional Counselors, #APC000522
Nationally Certified Counselor (NCC), National Board for Certified Counselors, #2367302
Areas Of Focus
Anxiety
Depression
Grief
Identity/self-esteem issues
Interpersonal stress
LGBTQ+
Life Transitions
Peer relationships
PTSD
Trauma
How I Help
My approach to counseling largely encompasses Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), along with Existential and Feminist therapy interventions. ACT focuses on the acceptance of all thoughts and emotions while emphasizing the importance of taking meaningful actions in our everyday lives. With ACT, we learn how to have a better relationship with our thoughts, our feelings, and ourselves, while also actively striving towards what we value in life.
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Aetna
Optum
Private Pay
Sliding Scale ($80; email to inquire)
United Healthcare UHC | UBH
Victims Compensation Assistance Program (VCAP)
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Individual Therapy
Couples Therapy