Andrea Watson
Compassionate, practical therapy for change
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About
Andrea Watson is a licensed marriage and family therapist practicing in Tennessee who also holds a license to practice in California. She holds licenses to practice as a marriage and family therapist in both states (TN LMFT 1717 and CA LMFT 106692) and brings five years of clinical experience to her work.
Her approach is warm and grounded in acceptance and understanding, emphasizing respect, compassion, empathy, and positive regard. She incorporates each client’s life experiences, personal beliefs, values, and perspective into treatment and focuses on building insight and practical skills to address concerns or opportunities.
Andrea describes her theoretical orientation as eclectic, with a primary foundation in cognitive behavioral therapy while also drawing on solution-focused, psychodynamic, narrative, existential, and structural family therapy techniques. This blend allows her to tailor interventions to the needs of each individual, couple, or family.
She has worked with a wide range of concerns and is experienced in helping people with stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, parenting concerns, depression, addictions, LGBT-related matters, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, anger management, self-esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, coaching, compassion fatigue, and ADHD.
She looks forward to working with individuals and families seeking support and change.
- Location:
- Tennessee, United States
- Years Experience:
- 5
- Gender:
- Female
- Languages Spoken:
- English
- Therapist of Color:
- No
- Communication Options:
- Phone • Video • Live Chat • Messaging
Specialties
Primary area of focus:Depression, Family, Parenting, Relationship, Relationship, Stress, Anxiety
Other areas of experience: Abandonment, Addictions, ADHD, Adoption, Aging and geriatric issues, Anger, Blended family issues, Cancer, Career, Caregiver issues and stress, Coaching, Codependency, Commitment issues, Communication problems, Compassion fatigue, Compulsion, Control issues, Coping with life changes, Dependent personality, Disaster relief therapy, Divorce, Family of origin issues, Fatherhood issues, Forgiveness, Foster care, Gambling, Grief, Guilt and shame, Impulsivity, Infidelity, Intimacy-related issues, Isolation / loneliness, Jealousy, LGBT, Life purpose, Men’s issues, Midlife crisis, Money and financial issues, Mood disorders, Multicultural concerns, Obsession, OCD, Panic disorder and panic attacks, Paranoia, Porn, Post-traumatic stress, Postpartum depression, Pregnancy, Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), Self esteem, Self-love, Separation, Sexuality, Trauma and abuse, Women’s issues, Workplace issues, Young adult issues
Therapeutic approach:Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), Gottman Method, Motivational Interviewing, Narrative Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy
Credentials & Verification
- Credentials: TN LMFT 1717, CA LMFT 106692
- NPI Number: 1477962306
- License: LMFT (California) #106692 exp 2026-05-31 • LMFT (Tennessee) #1717 exp 2027-06-30
Is Online Therapy the Right Step Toward Better Mental Health?
For many people facing common concerns - such as stress, anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, or major life changes - online therapy can be an effective option. Research and clinical experience indicate that for these types of issues, remote therapy can achieve outcomes comparable to traditional in-person sessions.
One major benefit is flexibility. Individuals can connect with a licensed professional in the format that suits them best, whether by video call, phone session, live chat, or in-app messaging. This range of options makes it easier to fit therapy into a busy schedule and maintain continuity of care.
Sessions are provided by licensed professionals, and clients have the option to change therapists if they decide a different fit would be more helpful. Overall, online therapy offers an accessible, adaptable way to pursue support for a wide range of emotional and relational concerns.
How much experience does Andrea Watson have?
Andrea Watson has 5 years of experience in providing therapy services.
Is Andrea Watson a licensed therapist?
Yes, Andrea Watson is a licensed marriage and family therapist with licenses to practice in Tennessee and California (TN LMFT 1717, CA LMFT 106692).
In which languages does Andrea Watson provide therapy?
Andrea Watson provides therapy in English.
Where is Andrea Watson located?
Andrea Watson is located in Tennessee.
How can I work with Andrea Watson as my therapist?
You can work with Andrea Watson through Phone • Video • Live Chat • Messaging.
How much does therapy with Andrea Watson cost?
The cost of therapy with Andrea Watson can vary depending on factors such as a client’s location and the therapist’s availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the ‘Start Therapy’ button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started with Andrea Watson is straightforward. Click the ‘Start Therapy’ button and complete a short questionnaire to help match you with the therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.