Andrea was very responsive to my unique situation and tuned into helping me navigate the challenges I was facing with directness and compassion.
Andrea Plate, LCSW
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through BetterHelp
At a glance
Andrea is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.
- FSA/HSA accepted
- 4.8 stars
- Clients are very satisfied with Andrea. View 9 reviews
- Great news, Andrea is accepting new clients!
- She is normally fully-booked.
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in California
Recent reviews
Andrea is experienced, thoughtful, and kind. She really focuses on the things that are most important to me and has encouraged me to challenge myself and keep working on hard things. I really appreciate her.
More about Andrea
- 25 years' experience
- Female
- LCSW
I am licensed in California, with 25 years of professional experience. For nearly 15 years I ran a residential substance abuse treatment program within the West Los Angeles Department of Veterans Affairs, serving those suffering from homelessness and chronic mental illness. Now working with the population at large, I do my best to help clients cope with: anxiety, personal and professional setbacks, addiction, major life changes, relationship conflicts, career concerns and more. I also teach addiction at Cal State Fullerton University and Loyola Marymount University. If you are concerned about your anxiety, overall poor mood, family/relationship conflicts, drug or alcohol dependency, for example, or if you "just" want to improve your life circumstances---I'd like to help.
Specialties
Stress
Anxiety
Addictions
Career difficulties
Coping with life changes
Compassion fatigue
Relationship issues
Family conflicts
Trauma and abuse
Grief
Intimacy-related issues
Sleeping disorders
Parenting issues
Anger management
Self-esteem
Depression
Coaching
Aging and geriatric issues
Attachment issues
Avoidant personality
Caregiver issues and stress
Co-morbidity
Codependency
Commitment issues
Communication problems
Control issues
Coping with natural or human-caused disaster
Divorce and separation
Domestic violence
Drug and alcohol addiction
Emptiness
Family of origin issues
Family problems
Fertility issues
Forgiveness
Guilt and shame
Impulsivity
Infidelity
Isolation / loneliness
Jealousy
Life purpose
Veteran and Armed Forces Issues
Mood disorders
Panic disorder and panic attacks
Post-traumatic stress
Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)
Self-harm
Self-love
Sex addiction
Social anxiety and phobia
Women's issues
Workplace issues
Insurance Accepted
- Aetna
- Angle Health
- Anthem Blue Cross California
- Cigna
- Curative
- GEHA
- Luminare Health
- Nippon Life Benefits
- Optum
- Sharp Health Plan
- UMR
- UnitedHealthcare
- Veterans Affairs Community Care Network
Treatment Approaches
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)
- Motivational Interviewing
- Psychodynamic Therapy
- Solution-Focused Therapy
- Internal Family Systems
Licenses
Andrea Plate's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1376655167.
- LCSW · California · 22904 · Renews July 2027
About online counseling
- Affordable.
- Pay a low flat fee.
- Convenient.
- Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
- Available now.
- There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.
Online counseling, also known as teletherapy, is a method of delivering mental health services through digital means such as video conferencing, phone calls, or messaging platforms. It can be an ideal option for individuals who have difficulty accessing traditional therapy due to geographical distance, time constraints, or personal preferences like privacy and comfort. Many people find it easier to open up from the familiarity of their own space.
Teletherapy has been found to be highly effective, with studies showing that it can produce similar outcomes to in-person therapy, particularly for issues like anxiety, depression, and PTSD. The flexibility and accessibility it offers make it a valuable alternative to conventional therapy settings.
Reviews for Andrea Plate
All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.
Overall rating:
Clients say:
Thinking...
Andrea was very responsive to my unique situation and tuned into helping me navigate the challenges I was facing with directness and compassion.
Andrea is experienced, thoughtful, and kind. She really focuses on the things that are most important to me and has encouraged me to challenge myself and keep working on hard things. I really appreciate her.
So Helpful
Andrea has been great, I've only had two sessions with her so far and can tell we are a great fit. She has helped open my eyes to things that I couldn't see were going on within myself and I have hope for a better and healthier future by working with her.
She is compassionate, listens to you, and is very helpful...
This experience has so far been beyond helpful and exceeded my expectations. Thank you so much.
She's awesome, genuinely listens to what I have to say.
Excellent!
Andrea was responsive, knowledgeable and professional... highly recommended:)
Frequently asked questions
Does Andrea Plate offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Andrea Plate works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.
What language(s) does Andrea Plate speak?
Andrea Plate speaks English.
How many years of experience does Andrea Plate have?
Andrea Plate has 25 years of experience.
Where is Andrea Plate licensed to practice?
Andrea Plate is licensed to practice in California.
Does Andrea Plate accept FSA/HSA?
Yes, Andrea Plate accepts FSA/HSA meaning you can pay for sessions with your pre-tax healthcare dollars. Every year hundreds of thousands of people use their FSA/HSA to pay for therapy.
Does Andrea Plate accept insurance?
Yes, Andrea Plate accepts Aetna, Angle Health, Anthem Blue Cross California, Cigna, Curative, GEHA, Luminare Health, Nippon Life Benefits, Optum, Sharp Health Plan, UMR, UnitedHealthcare, and Veterans Affairs Community Care Network.
Does Andrea Plate accept clients outside of the United States?
No, Andrea Plate does not accept clients outside of the United States.
Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?
Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."
What treatment approaches does Andrea Plate offer?
Andrea Plate offers clients Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), Motivational Interviewing, Psychodynamic Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Internal Family Systems.
How can I communicate with Andrea Plate?
Andrea Plate can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.
How do I get started with Andrea Plate?
Just tap the BOOK NOW button or tap here: A new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation.
Mental health conditions are real, common, and treatable.
And recovery is possible.
When you tap BOOK NOW a new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation.
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