- Focus on sleep
- Practical skill building
- Trauma-informed care
About Andrew
Andrew Merritt is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with 20 years of experience. He helps people who are struggling with stress, anxiety, sleep problems, depression, bipolar mood concerns, relationship and intimacy issues, grief, trauma and abuse, parenting strain, and challenges at work. He writes and talks plainly, aiming to make the first steps feel manageable for someone who is worried and tired.
Andrew draws on a broad background shaped by living in several U.S. states and time spent abroad. That life experience shaped his respect for cultural differences and for different ways of living. He holds a master’s degree in counseling and maintains LPC credentials in Oklahoma and Colorado.
In sessions he tends to mix approaches to fit the person in front of him. He often uses gentle questioning to help people rethink unhelpful beliefs. When trauma is part of the story he applies trauma-focused tools and structured processing methods that are commonly used for survivors.
Practical skill building is a common strand in his work. He will help a person notice patterns, test new ways of coping, and practice small changes to improve sleep, reduce anger, or manage anxiety. He also works with people on parenting and family stress by focusing on clear goals and everyday habits.
Andrew describes his role as a companion on a short part of the journey. He aims to treat people with respect and to help them find strategies that fit their life and values.
Evidence-based approaches and working online
Andrew uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on helping people change how they think and how they respond. Cognitive processing-type methods help people identify and reframe beliefs that keep them stuck, which can ease anxiety, depression, and trauma-related distress. Trauma-focused cognitive-behavioral tools work with memories and reactions to reduce the hold traumatic events have on daily life and to build coping skills.Finding the right approach is part of the work. He collaborates with each person to pick methods that fit their goals, needs, and preferences. That choice is revisited over time so the plan can change as progress or new challenges appear.
If you are considering online therapy, confirm the current session options before booking since formats were not specified in the biography. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy week, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and reduce travel time. They can also be useful when someone prefers not to be on camera or needs a quieter, less disruptive option during a lunch break. Licensed professionals can adapt evidence-based techniques to work well in remote sessions, and Andrew will discuss what arrangement best supports your sleep, stress, or trauma-related goals.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Also works with
Experience
20+ years
Credentials
Oklahoma, Colorado
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What issues does Andrew help with?
He supports people facing stress, anxiety, sleep difficulties, depression, bipolar concerns, relationship and intimacy issues, trauma and abuse, grief, parenting strain, career challenges, anger, ADHD, and compassion fatigue.
What is his style in sessions?
He uses a straightforward, practical style that mixes gentle questioning with skill practice. Sessions often focus on testing beliefs and building habits that improve day-to-day functioning.
How much experience does he have?
He has been a counselor for 20 years, with experience working across multiple states and some time living abroad.
What credentials and region are listed?
He is a Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, licensed in Oklahoma and Colorado, and is based in Oklahoma.
Which languages are available for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with him?
He does not accept international clients at this time.
How are fees and payments handled?
Cost varies by location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin a therapy process?
Use the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability.