- Stress and anxiety
- Parenting and family
- Addiction support
About Andrew
Andrew Breen is a Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) practicing in Michigan with 13 years of experience. He works with adults on stress, anxiety, low self-esteem, depression, parenting concerns, motivation, and coping with major life changes. He also addresses ADHD, addiction, relationship and family problems, trauma and grief.
Andrew uses practical conversation and focused strategies to help people make small changes that add up. He treats clients as the expert on their own lives and builds on the strengths they already have. Sessions are straightforward and goal-oriented, with emphasis on skills you can use between meetings.
In sessions he listens for patterns that keep problems repeating. Then he helps people try different ways of responding. That may include clearer routines, coping tools for mood and anxiety, or steps to manage impulsivity and substance use. He keeps language plain and actionable so ideas are easy to test in daily life.
Andrew has worked across community and clinical settings for over a decade. That background gives him experience with adoption and foster care, attachment concerns, autism spectrum issues, and problems that follow separation or loss. He has supported people facing domestic violence, disruptive mood symptoms, and intellectual disability-related stressors.
Clients who want a practical, steady approach find his style direct and task-focused. He helps people sort priorities, set realistic goals, and track small successes. To start, readers should confirm session options and scheduling when they choose to book.
Practical approaches for online work
Andrew draws on evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on real-world change. One common approach is skills training for mood and anxiety management - teaching routines, breathing or grounding exercises, and action steps to reduce avoidance and worry. This can help with day-to-day stress, panic, and low mood.Another frequently used method is behavioral activation, which helps people plan small, achievable activities to lift mood and regain motivation. It is straightforward and aimed at reversing withdrawal and increasing rewarding experiences. A third technique often used addresses impulsivity and substance use by setting clear behavior goals and tracking progress over time.
Finding the right mix of methods is part of the work. The therapist will collaborate with each person to choose approaches based on their goals, needs, and what feels manageable. Sessions include review of what worked between meetings and adjustments as needed.
Session formats are not specified in the biography, so confirm current online options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy around study, work, or relocation. They allow shorter check-ins, reduce travel time, and help therapy slot into a busy schedule.
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Experience
13+ years
Listed in
Michigan
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does he work with?
He works with stress, anxiety, low self-esteem, depression, parenting, motivation, ADHD, addictions, relationship and family problems, trauma, grief, and related issues.
How would he describe his approach in sessions?
He uses practical, goal-focused conversation and skill-building. Sessions aim to identify patterns and try concrete steps that can be used between meetings.
How much experience does he have?
He has 13 years of professional experience working in clinical and community settings.
What credential and location apply?
He is an LMSW - Licensed Master Social Worker - licensed in Michigan.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the United States work with him?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How much do sessions cost?
Cost varies with location; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What do I need to do to begin?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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