Andrea Dugas , LCSW, LICSW

Andrea Dugas is a licensed clinical social worker practicing in Pennsylvania with 14 years of professional experience. She holds LCSW and LICSW credentials, which are clinical social work licenses that reflect advanced training in therapeutic practice and clinical assessment.

Over the course of her career she has helped people navigate family conflicts, recover from trauma and abuse, and cope with grief, loss, and major life changes. Her work centers on recognizing each person as the expert of their own story and building on the strengths they already possess to face difficult moments.

Andrea approaches the therapeutic relationship with respect for individual resilience and a focus on practical steps that support healing and growth. She acknowledges how courageous it is to seek support and honors clients for taking that first step toward change.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care with Andrea

Andrea integrates evidence-informed methods to help clients address stressors, relationship concerns, and changes in life circumstances. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, or ACT, focuses on helping people notice and accept difficult thoughts or feelings while committing to actions that align with their values - it can be useful for coping with anxiety, grief, and life transitions. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, helps clients identify unhelpful thought patterns and develop practical strategies to change behaviors and reduce symptoms like worry, low mood, or sleep problems. Motivational Interviewing is a collaborative, goal-oriented style that supports people who are considering change, such as addressing addictions or shifting habits, by exploring ambivalence and strengthening motivation.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Andrea works collaboratively with clients and licensed professionals to determine which methods best fit a person's needs, goals, and preferences, and she adjusts the plan as progress unfolds.

Online sessions can take place by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging, offering flexibility for scheduling and access from different locations. These options make it easier to continue care around work, family, and daily life while maintaining consistency in therapy.