Andrea Bednarz

Are you carrying unresolved trauma that still shows up in your daily life? Perhaps you’re struggling to cope with a painful family estrangement, feeling emotionally disconnected from your partner, or navigating disenfranchised grief—such as the loss of a pet?

Do you find yourself masking just to get through the day? Numbing out, scrolling endlessly, gaming, shopping, or turning to alcohol or substances for relief?

It’s time to say goodbye to avoidance, self-abandonment, and behavioral patterns that no longer serve you—and begin healing whilst creating a life that feels more authentic and fulfilling.

I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in active, good standing in the U.S. states of Florida and New Hampshire, with several years of experience supporting individuals through life’s most complex emotional, relational, and health-related challenges.

Areas of Specialization Mood disorders, anxiety, and emotional regulation Substance misuse and dependence Adult children of emotionally immature parents (EIPs) Parents navigating the challenges of raising children with ADHD and/or ODD Boundary development, parenting concerns, and family dynamics Health psychology, including: Smoking cessation Coping with chronic pain Managing chronic health/lifestyle challenges such as Diabetes, sugar addiction, sedentary lifestyles)

I am also deeply passionate about supporting individuals through pet loss and bereavement, including those preparing for their pet’s final chapter or grieving the loss of a beloved companion.

What Clients Say Client experiences and testimonials can be viewed here: https://www.healthgrades.com/providers/andrea-bednarz-xyljgr9

If you’d like to explore whether we’re a good fit, I invite you to reach out. 📧 Email: [email protected] (for scheduling inquiries, self-pay fees, and daily updated availability) 📱 WhatsApp: +1 352-817-5742

My theoretical approach is client-centered and collaborative. Our work together will focus on your unique challenges and goals, with you taking the lead to foster greater self-awareness, confidence, and overall emotional well-being. I integrate principles of motivational interviewing, solution-focused strategies, and cognitive-behavioral techniques, while also drawing on real-life examples—and appropriate humor—to create an engaging, practical, and supportive counseling experience.

I work with adults, couples, and older individuals, and I approach this work as more than a profession—it is my life’s calling. Clients often describe me as warm, appropriately challenging, and empowering. If you are seeking deeper self-understanding, relief from emotional pain, or a more grounded way forward, I am here to walk alongside you with empathy, respect, and clinical skill.

Cultural Awareness & Lived Experience: I have extensive training in cultural competency and have worked with clients across the globe, including those in Canada, the UK, Australia, Scotland, Ireland, China, and Germany.

In your first session, my goal is to create a comfortable, supportive space where you feel heard and validated. We’ll spend time getting to know one another, discussing what brings you to therapy, and identifying what you hope to gain from our work together. I aim to make the experience approachable and engaging, while also setting a strong foundation for meaningful change—even when sessions feel challenging at times.

You can expect to leave our initial meeting feeling understood, having begun to develop practical tools, and with a renewed sense of hope and direction for the future.