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Andrew Lawton

Therapist(he/him)
16 years of experience
  • Virtual
  • Depression, Family issues, Cultural & ethnic issues, Men's issues, Trauma
  • Individual therapy

Great to meet you!

You may be feeling anxious, stuck, or uncertain about the direction your life is taking. Perhaps you’re navigating a significant life change, wrestling with questions about your identity, or trying to understand patterns that keep repeating in your life. You might appear to “have it all together,” yet inside, you may feel disconnected or weighed down by stress, expectations, or unresolved pain. Whether you are facing a major life transition, feeling trapped in old patterns, or carrying the burden of past trauma, I work with adults who are ready to take a deeper look at their lives and heal from within.

My approach to therapy

My clients often come to therapy seeking practical tools for anxiety relief and emotional regulation, while also wanting to explore the deeper roots of their challenges. As a trauma-informed and culturally responsive therapist, I create a space where you can safely process your experiences, understand your story, and build resilience.

What you can expect from me

Together, we’ll use evidence-based approaches — such as mindfulness, cognitive-behavioral techniques, and strength-based interventions — to help you manage anxiety, heal from trauma, and move through life transitions with clarity and confidence. Regardless of your issues, therapy can help you build a grounded, purposeful, and fulfilling life.

About me

  • I identify as
    Black or African descent, Cisgender Man
  • My style is
    Humorous, Holistic, Inquisitive

Qualification and insurance

  • Years of experience
    16 years of experience
  • Training
    MSW (Master of Social Work) at Hunter College, School of Social Work
  • License type
    LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker) (New York), LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker - Clinical) (Maryland)
  • Licensed in
  • Insurance accepted
    Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield, Cigna, Kaiser Permanente of the Mid Atlantic, Oscar, Oxford, Providence Health Plan

Cost

Care details

  • Top specialties
    Depression, Family issues, Cultural & ethnic issues, Men's issues, Trauma
  • More specialties
    Anxiety, Stress management, Anger management, Grief or loss, Relationship issues, Identity issues, PTSD
  • Therapy methods
    Strength-Based, Motivational Interviewing, Psychodynamic, Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Care types
    Individual therapy
  • Ages served
    Adolescents, Adults, Seniors
  • Languages
    English