Andrew Leonard, LCSW

Andrew Leonard is a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) in Virginia with 26 years of experience. He focuses on practical problems like stress, anxiety, relationship strain, family conflict, and depression. He aims to build a working relationship with each person so they can take steps toward a better day-to-day life.

In sessions he usually concentrates on clear, doable strategies. He uses client-centered work to meet people where they are and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to identify and change unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns. He also offers Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing, which some people use for processing traumatic memories.

Andrew pays attention to problems that affect daily functioning, such as sleep disruption, addiction concerns, anger, and issues around intimacy and parenting. He also addresses broader concerns like grief, career transitions, and questions about life purpose. His approach aims to connect practical coping skills with the goals each person brings to therapy.

People can expect straightforward conversations and collaborative planning. Andrew emphasizes listening first, then working together to choose tools that fit the person’s life. He believes steady changes come from repeated practice and focused effort.

Sessions focus on identifying realistic steps and tracking progress over time. Andrew’s LCSW credential indicates clinical social work licensure in Virginia, and he conducts work in English.

Therapeutic approaches and online care that fit your life

Client-centered work focuses on listening and understanding where a person is right now, then shaping sessions around their goals and rhythm. This approach helps when people need a steady, respectful space to talk through current problems and decide on next steps.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, uses practical exercises to spot patterns of thinking and behavior that make symptoms worse. It’s often used for anxiety, depression, sleep issues, and problems with daily functioning because it offers clear tools to practice outside sessions.

EMDR, or Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing, is used by some people who are processing traumatic memories. It involves guided attention and memory work to reduce the emotional intensity tied to troubling events.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will help figure out which methods match a person’s needs, goals, and preferences, and will adjust the plan as progress is made. This is a collaborative process that usually begins with listening and a simple plan.

Confirm the available session formats before booking, as specific options are not listed here. Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy life, shorten commute time, and allow for simpler check-ins on workdays. Ask about session length and scheduling when you start the matching process to choose what fits your routine.