Andrew Avault , LICSW

Andrew Avault is a LICSW (Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker) who centers his practice on mindfulness, meditation, mood and affect regulation, and anxiety management. He brings five years of clinical experience to his work and supports people across a broad age range, from children as young as six to adults in their mid-fifties.

Andrew integrates contemplative practices and evidence-informed skills to help clients develop tools for managing stress, regulating emotion, and building greater presence in daily life. His approach emphasizes practical techniques like guided meditation alongside strategies for mood stabilization and anxiety reduction, tailored to each person’s needs and developmental stage.

Outside of his clinical work, Andrew runs a residential Zen martial arts training program in Boston and has practiced Zen and martial arts for 22 years. That long-standing immersion in meditation and disciplined physical practice informs his therapeutic style, weaving somatic awareness and mindful attention into sessions to support holistic well-being.

Applying ACT and Mindfulness in Online Care

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, or ACT, helps people clarify what matters to them and build psychological flexibility - learning to accept difficult thoughts and feelings while taking actions that align with personal values. It is often used for anxiety, stress, and issues that involve avoidance or difficulty engaging with life goals.

Mindfulness Therapy focuses on present-moment awareness through gentle attention and meditation practices. It supports people in observing thoughts and sensations without getting swept away by them, which can ease reactivity and improve emotional regulation for concerns like stress and mood challenges.

Finding the right therapeutic approach is part of the process. Andrew works collaboratively with each person to explore whether ACT, mindfulness, a blend of both, or other techniques best fit their needs, goals, and preferences. That collaborative exploration helps shape a plan that feels practical and meaningful.

Online sessions using video calls, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging offer flexibility for scheduling and make it easier to access care from different locations. These formats allow licensed professionals to deliver focused therapeutic work and skills training in ways that fit clients' daily routines and logistical constraints.