Andrew Riehl , LCMHC

Andrew Riehl is a licensed clinical mental health counselor practicing in North Carolina with 14 years of professional experience helping people navigate relationship challenges, trauma, career struggles, and depression. He approaches each person with respect, sensitivity, and compassion, shaping conversations and plans to fit the distinct needs of the individual rather than applying a one-size-fits-all method. As an LCMHC - a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor - he brings clinical training and practical experience to support clients through difficult transitions and emotional concerns.

Andrew emphasizes a collaborative process that centers the client's goals and preferences, adapting interventions and pacing to what feels most useful and manageable. He recognizes that seeking change takes courage and aims to provide steady support as clients explore new perspectives, develop coping strategies, and work toward greater fulfillment. His style balances warmth with professional focus to help people build resilience and practical skills for everyday life.

Those who work with Andrew can expect a tailored plan shaped by open dialogue and ongoing feedback, with an emphasis on meeting clients where they are and helping them move toward clearer direction and improved well-being.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care

Andrew often integrates client-centered therapy, mindfulness therapy, and motivational interviewing into online work. Client-centered therapy focuses on building a respectful, nonjudgmental relationship where the therapist listens deeply and helps clients set their own pace for change - it is useful for relationship issues, self-esteem concerns, and life transitions. Mindfulness therapy teaches simple, present-moment awareness and coping skills that can reduce reactivity and support emotional regulation for stress, anxiety, or grief. Motivational interviewing uses guided questions and reflective listening to help people clarify their own reasons for change and build commitment, which can be effective for career shifts, habit changes, or navigating ambivalence.

Finding the right combination of approaches is part of the therapeutic process. Andrew collaborates with clients to determine which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting strategies as progress unfolds. This collaborative stance helps ensure the work feels relevant and achievable.

Online therapy with Andrew can take place by video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. These options offer flexibility for people balancing work, family, or mobility concerns and make it easier to maintain continuity of care. The format supports regular, accessible conversations with licensed professionals while allowing the therapist to tailor interventions to the client’s life and schedule.