She’s great at challenging you when you need to be challenged but also is soft and supportive when you need an empathetic listener. She’s also good at helping me problem solve and keep myself accountable for goals I try to set for myself.
Andrea Stocker, 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.
- 5.0 stars
- Clients are very satisfied with Andrea. View 3 reviews
- Speaks English
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in California
Recent reviews
Andrea is kind, understanding and very knowledgeable. Her expertise and skills has guided and support me to navigate through some tough times. I consider myself very lucky to have her as my therapist.
More about Andrea
- 10 years' experience
- Female
- LCSW
I am an LCSW in California with almost 10 years of experience in social services. I have worked in a group home, homeless services, housing, in a prison and in a community heath setting, which has given me varied perception and varied experience. I also have experience working with older adults.
I am sex positive and comfortable working with people in alternative relationships, the the LGBTQ+ community, as well as the BDSM community.
I have extensive experience working with depression, anger management, and anxiety. I also work with people with eating disorders and follow the Heath at Every Size model. I believe in a whole person and client centered approach to mental health.
Specialties
Relationship issues
Anger management
Depression
Coping with life changes
ADHD
Stress
Anxiety
Addictions
Family conflicts
Trauma and abuse
Grief
Intimacy-related issues
Eating disorders
Sleeping disorders
Self esteem
Career difficulties
Bipolar disorder
Compassion fatigue
Abandonment
Adoption and foster care
Aging and geriatric issues
Antisocial personality
Attachment issues
BDSM, kink, and alternative sex culture
Blended family issues
Body image
Caregiver issues and stress
Chronic pain, illness, and disability
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
Eating and food-related issues
Emptiness
Fertility issues
First responder issues
Forgiveness
Guilt and shame
Hospice and end-of-life counseling
Impulsivity
Infidelity
Isolation / loneliness
Jealousy
Life purpose
Midlife crisis
Money and financial issues
Mood disorders
Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD
Panic disorder and panic attacks
Paranoia
Personality disorders
Polyamory / non-monogamous relationships
Postpartum depression
Post-traumatic stress
Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)
Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
Self-harm
Self-love
Sex addiction
Sexual assault and abuse
Sexual dysfunction
Sexuality
Social anxiety and phobia
Traumatic brain injury
Women's issues
Workplace issues
Young adult issues
Treatment Approaches
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Mindfulness Therapy
- Motivational Interviewing
- Narrative Therapy
- Solution-Focused Therapy
- Trauma-Focused Therapy
Licenses
Andrea Stocker's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1174924435.
- LCSW · California · 89643 · Expires June 2025
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 Stocker
All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.
Overall rating:
She’s great at challenging you when you need to be challenged but also is soft and supportive when you need an empathetic listener. She’s also good at helping me problem solve and keep myself accountable for goals I try to set for myself.
Andrea is kind, understanding and very knowledgeable. Her expertise and skills has guided and support me to navigate through some tough times. I consider myself very lucky to have her as my therapist.
I started working with Andrea about six weeks ago, meeting weekly. I was frank from the beginning about my early sobriety ...I am 4 months sober. Struggles with parenting and marriage in early sobriety coupled with a life-long struggle with bulimia for over 30 years. The tips and strategies and just the way she listens and gives brief feedback that is super relevant, has been so incredibly helpful. She recommended a book called The bulimia Help Method, which I had never heard of. After years of being in various 12-step programs for food and having seen numerous therapists , nutritionists, done workshops, read books, everything under the sun I could possibly think of to try to address my bulimia, morning has helped. True I needed to address my drinking issue and be sober in order to address my bulimia and binge eating but her recommendation of this book and other recommendations such as grounding techniques and practical things like putting up a giant family calendar to create structure since we have little kids with juggling schedules and one car. These suggestions have been spot on to help me. this particular book that Andrea recommended is making perfect sense to me and has already helped me. I think that she is a very good counselor and I would highly recommend her to others.
Frequently asked questions
Does Andrea Stocker offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Andrea Stocker 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 Stocker speak?
Andrea Stocker speaks English.
How many years of experience does Andrea Stocker have?
Andrea Stocker has 10 years of experience.
Where is Andrea Stocker licensed to practice?
Andrea Stocker is licensed to practice in California.
Does Andrea Stocker accept clients outside of the United States?
No, Andrea Stocker 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 Stocker offer?
Andrea Stocker offers clients Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Narrative Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Trauma-Focused Therapy.
How can I communicate with Andrea Stocker?
Andrea Stocker 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 Stocker?
Just tap the CHAT 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. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.
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When you tap CHAT NOW a new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.