Andrea Schmidt , LMHC

Andrea Schmidt is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) practicing in Florida, holding a Master of Science in Mental Health Counseling and bringing 14 years of clinical experience to her work. She supports adults and families through a wide range of concerns, including stress and anxiety, depression, addictions, ADHD, relationship and family challenges, trauma and abuse, grief, sleep difficulties, parenting questions, self-esteem struggles, career transitions, and compassion fatigue.

Andrea combines evidence-informed techniques with a warm, empathic stance, drawing on cognitive behavioral methods, solution-focused strategies, and client-centered principles to help people identify goals, build practical skills, and access their own strengths. She also addresses many related areas such as aging and geriatric issues, blended family dynamics, caregiver stress, communication and commitment problems, divorce and separation, domestic violence, substance use, eating and food-related concerns, hoarding, and forgiveness work.

Known for a supportive and nonjudgmental approach, Andrea aims to create a collaborative therapeutic relationship in which clients feel heard and empowered to make meaningful changes. She emphasizes skill development and real-world strategies to cope with life transitions and emotional challenges, helping people move toward greater balance and well-being.

Therapeutic approaches and online care

Andrea uses client-centered therapy to create a supportive, collaborative relationship in which the client’s priorities guide the work. This approach focuses on empathy, active listening, and building a trusting connection so people can explore concerns such as relationship issues, grief, parenting challenges, and self-esteem difficulties.

She also draws on cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), a practical, skills-based method that helps people identify and change unhelpful thought patterns and behaviors. CBT can be especially effective for anxiety, depression, stress management, sleep problems, and many forms of mood and coping difficulties.

Dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) techniques are used when emotional regulation, intense mood swings, or interpersonal conflict are central concerns. DBT offers tools for managing strong emotions, reducing impulsive behaviors, and improving communication.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Andrea works collaboratively with clients and licensed professionals to tailor techniques to individual needs, goals, and preferences so treatment feels well matched and practical.

Online sessions by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging make it easier to fit therapy into busy lives and to access care from wherever a person is located in Florida. These options provide flexibility in scheduling, allow for consistent follow-up, and support ongoing skill practice between sessions.