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Online therapist

Andrea "Andie" Rye

Compassionate help for family and life changes

Credentials
LPC
Experience
7 years
Licensed in
Louisiana
Languages
English
Format
Online sessions

About Andrea

Andrea "Andie" Rye is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Louisiana with seven years of clinical experience. She focuses on family and parenting-related concerns alongside stress, anxiety, relationships, self-esteem, and life transitions. Andie aims to make the first step easier for parents and caregivers by offering straightforward, compassionate support.

She creates a calm, nonjudgmental space where people can say what they really think and feel. Andie helps people sort through family conflict and communication problems.

Background and approach

She also supports those dealing with career stress, workplace issues, social anxiety, and questions about life purpose. For clients exploring self-love, forgiveness, or motivation, she uses practical conversations to build skills and confidence. Her approach centers on clear, focused work rather than jargon.

Sessions look at patterns that cause stress and introduce small, doable changes you can try between meetings. Andie balances support with practical coaching so clients leave sessions with a concrete next step. She offers several ways to connect, including video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text messaging.

Therapy is structured around each person’s goals and paced to match what they can manage. Andie respects how hard it can be to reach out and she aims to make the process predictable and manageable. Andrea uses her experience to help people find steady footing during change.

Her style is warm, direct, and solution-oriented. She encourages realistic progress rather than quick fixes.

Therapeutic approaches and online support

Andrea uses evidence-based techniques that focus on practical problem solving and skill building. One approach emphasizes identifying patterns that increase stress or conflict and replacing them with clearer communication and coping strategies; this helps with family disagreements, workplace tension, and relationship stress. Another approach centers on short-term coaching and goal setting to increase motivation, self-esteem, and follow-through on life changes; clients leave with small, concrete actions to try between sessions.

Choosing the right method is a collaborative process. The therapist will talk with each client about goals, preferences, and what has or hasn’t worked in the past. Together they adjust techniques and pace so treatment fits the person’s daily life and parenting responsibilities.

Online therapy is offered through flexible formats including video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text messaging. These options make it easier to fit sessions around family schedules and work commitments. For many people, remote sessions reduce travel time and allow consistent check-ins during busy weeks while still keeping therapy focused and practical.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does this therapist address?
She works with stress, anxiety, family and relationship issues, self-esteem, depression, ADHD, career and workplace concerns, and coping with life changes.
What is the therapist's general approach in sessions?
Sessions are practical and conversational, focusing on clear steps and coaching to improve communication and manage stress.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has seven years of professional work experience supporting clients with a range of emotional and family-related concerns.
What credentials and location are listed for this therapist?
She is a Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, licensed in Louisiana with license number LA LPC 7181.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
In what session formats can I meet with this therapist?
She offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to fit different needs.
How is cost handled for sessions?
Costs vary with location and therapist availability; sessions are provided through a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What steps are involved in getting started?
Begin by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.

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Experience
7 years
Licensed
Louisiana
Languages
English

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