Andrea Dugas, LCSW, LICSW

Andrea Dugas is a licensed social worker who helps people facing relationship strain, grief, stress, anxiety, and life changes. She works with clients who are managing caregiving challenges, chronic illness, addiction concerns, or struggles with self-esteem and mood. Andrea believes people know their own stories and brings a steady, practical presence to sessions.

She has 14 years of experience in behavioral health and practices in Pennsylvania as an LCSW and LICSW. Her background includes supporting people through trauma and family conflict, and helping those who are overwhelmed by caregiving or compassion fatigue. Andrea frames progress as small, meaningful steps rather than large, sudden changes.

Andrea uses straightforward tools from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help people notice patterns and try new responses. She also draws on Motivational Interviewing and Solution-Focused Therapy to set realistic goals and build momentum. Sessions focus on what the person wants to change and on practical skills they can use between meetings.

Many clients come for help with aging and geriatric issues, caregiver stress, or adjusting to medical and life transitions. Andrea emphasizes clear communication, manageable goals, and building on existing strengths. She encourages people to take one courageous step toward the life they want.

To begin, she asks people to reflect on what matters most to them and to set one small goal. The work is collaborative and paced to each person’s needs.

Approach-driven online care that fits daily life

Andrea draws on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy as core tools. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy helps people clarify what they value and take actions that match those values, which can be useful for coping with life changes and caregiver stress. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy looks at the link between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors and teaches skills to change unhelpful patterns, often helpful for anxiety, depression, and sleep problems.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. Andrea will collaborate with each person to choose methods that match their goals, needs, and preferences. Together they set practical goals and try small changes to see what helps most.

If you are considering online therapy, check the available session options before booking. Confirming formats and scheduling details will ensure sessions fit your routine. Online work can make it easier to fit appointments into a busy day, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and reduce travel time so therapy can be sustained alongside caregiving or work commitments.