Andrea Coulter, LCPC, LCMHC - Therapist in Vermont

Anxiety and stress
Relationship concerns
Trauma and abuse

About Andrea

Andrea Coulter is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) in Illinois and a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor (LCMHC) in Vermont with 12 years of experience. She works with people facing stress, anxiety, grief, depression, relationship and intimacy concerns, LGBT issues, trauma and abuse, and life changes. Andrea aims to help people develop practical tools and clearer thinking so daily life feels more manageable.

Andrea uses a straightforward, collaborative style in sessions. She listens, reflects, and also offers challenges when a different perspective can help. Sessions focus on concrete skills, understanding patterns, and building steps that can be tried between meetings.

Her background blends several approaches so she can match methods to a person’s needs. Andrea draws on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to address unhelpful thinking and avoidant behavior. She also uses Attachment-Based ideas to look at relationship patterns and how early bonds affect current closeness and trust.

Andrea often incorporates Dialectical Behavior Therapy skills for emotion regulation and distress tolerance when strong feelings get in the way. She keeps explanations plain and teaches techniques that can be practiced in everyday situations. The work tends to be practical and goal-oriented while keeping the focus on what each person wants to change.

Andrea works with people from different backgrounds and accepts international clients. She asks new clients to complete a short matching questionnaire and then schedule a first session so they can begin planning a clear way forward.

Therapeutic approaches used during online sessions

Andrea often uses Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) in her practice. ACT focuses on helping people notice what matters to them and take small steps toward those values, even when uncomfortable thoughts or feelings are present. CBT looks at thought and behavior patterns, teaching practical skills to test and change unhelpful beliefs and routines.

She also draws on Attachment-Based Therapy to consider how early relationship patterns shape current connections and reactions. That approach can help people understand why certain social or intimacy situations feel especially hard and develop different ways of relating. Choosing the best approach is part of the work; Andrea collaborates with each person to try methods that fit their goals and preferences.

The original biography does not list specific session formats, so confirm current online options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy week, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when needed. In conversation, Andrea will discuss what session length and frequency match daily life and the practical steps someone wants to take.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, Anxiety LGBT Trauma and abuse Self esteem

Also works with

Relationship issuesFamily conflictsGrief Intimacy-related issuesBipolar disorderDepression Coping with life changes

Additional focus areas

Abandonment Attachment issuesCaregiver issues and stressCodependencyCommitment issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDissociationDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFirst responder issuesForgivenessGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameHospice and end-of-life counselingImpulsivity Isolation / loneliness Jealousy Life purposeMidlife crisisMood disorders Panic disorder and panic attacksPersonality disordersPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPost-traumatic stress Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSexual assault and abuseSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issues Workplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Attachment-Based TherapyClient-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)Mindfulness TherapyPsychodynamic TherapyTrauma-Focused Therapy

Experience

12+ years

Listed in

Illinois, Vermont

Languages

English

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does she address?

She works with stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, LGBT issues, grief, relationship and intimacy concerns, bipolar and coping with life changes.

What is her therapeutic style?

She takes a collaborative, direct approach that mixes listening with practical challenges and skills practice.

How much clinical experience does she have?

Andrea has 12 years of experience as a practicing counselor.

What credentials and location are listed?

She holds LCPC in Illinois and LCMHC in Vermont and is based in Vermont.

Which languages are supported?

Sessions are offered in English and international clients are accepted.

What session formats are offered?

The original biography does not specify session formats; please confirm current online and in-person options before booking.

How does cost and payment work?

Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.

How do I begin working with her?

Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.