- Stress and anxiety
- Trauma and abuse
- Life purpose
About Andrea
Andrea Engelkens is an Illinois Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) with 16 years of professional experience. She works with adults who are coping with stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, family conflict, and major life changes. Andrea also addresses concerns like abandonment, communication problems, control issues, divorce and separation, guilt and shame, isolation, and questions about life purpose.
Andrea frames clients as the experts on their own stories and looks for existing strengths to build on. Sessions focus on practical steps and clear conversation rather than abstract theory. She aims to help people notice what is getting in the way and try different ways of responding in day-to-day life.
In the room she listens for recurring patterns and practical barriers. Then she and the person work together to test small changes and new strategies. That might mean shifting how someone talks with others, changing unhelpful habits, or learning ways to manage distressing reactions.
Andrea encourages straightforward planning around next steps. She recognises that starting therapy can take courage and treats that choice as part of the work. People who want a direct, skills-focused approach that still respects their experience often find this style helpful.
Sessions are conducted in English. Prospective clients should confirm current session formats before booking and follow the site process to complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule a first session.
How therapeutic approaches and online sessions work together
Andrea uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on practical change. One approach helps people identify and change patterns that maintain anxiety and stress by practicing small behavioral shifts and tracking what works. Another approach focuses on processing reactions to trauma and abuse by naming difficult memories and learning ways to reduce their hold on daily functioning. These methods aim to give clear tools for handling strong emotions and improving everyday interactions.Finding the right mix of techniques is part of the work. The therapist will review goals, try approaches, and adjust based on what fits the client's needs and preferences. Clients are invited to give feedback so the plan can change if something does not feel helpful.
The biography does not specify session formats, so confirm available online options before booking. In general, online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy week, shorten travel time, and allow for brief check-ins when schedules are tight. Some formats are better for talking without video, while others allow screen-sharing for worksheets or exercises. Check the current session options to choose what will work best for everyday life.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Experience
16+ years
Listed in
Illinois
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What types of concerns does she help with?
She helps adults with stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, family conflict, and coping with life changes. Additional focuses include issues like abandonment, communication problems, and life purpose.
How would she describe her therapeutic approach?
She works collaboratively and looks for clients' existing strengths. The approach emphasizes practical steps, testing small changes, and improving everyday coping.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has 16 years of professional work experience supporting people with a range of stress and adjustment concerns.
What are her credentials and where is she based?
She is an Illinois Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) and practices in Illinois.
Does she offer sessions in other languages or to international clients?
Sessions are offered in English. She is not accepting international clients at this time.
What session formats are available?
The original biography does not list specific session formats. Please confirm current options before booking.
How are costs handled for sessions?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What should I do to get started?
Use the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, use the crisis numbers.