Andra Blackheart, LCSW
Therapist in Florida
Practical support for reconnecting and relationship struggles
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Experience
5+ years
Credentials
LCSW
Languages
English
Based in
Florida
- Focus on intimacy
- Neurodivergent affirming
- Values based work
About Andra
She works with people who identify as LGBT and with neurodivergent adults, and she helps individuals facing attachment and abandonment issues. Andra also supports those coping with family of origin problems, career stress, and feelings of emptiness or isolation. Her approach is practical and person-focused rather than academic.
In sessions she draws on client-centered methods, cognitive behavioral techniques, and existential ideas to help clients clarify values and take concrete steps. She uses mindfulness and motivational interviewing to help people build coping strategies and stay motivated toward goals. Conversations are aimed at finding what already helps and making it work more often.
Andra frames therapy as collaborative coaching and therapy combined. She helps clients identify strengths and small changes that can improve daily life. She encourages people to try ideas between sessions and to bring real situations back into the room for discussion.
People who want to sort out intimacy challenges, manage trauma-related effects, or reconnect to life purpose may find her style direct and supportive. To begin, readers should confirm current session options before booking.
How therapeutic approaches shape online work
Client-Centered Therapy focuses on the person and their goals. It emphasizes listening, reflecting, and letting the client's priorities guide the work. This approach helps people who need a safe space to figure out who they are and what they want.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at unhelpful thought patterns and behavior loops. It breaks problems into small, testable steps and helps people try new ways of coping. CBT can be useful for anxiety, low mood, and relationship patterns that cause repeated conflict.
Mindfulness therapy teaches simple attention and breath-based practices to reduce reactivity and improve concentration. It supports people who feel overwhelmed or disconnected and who want tools to calm their thinking.
Choosing the best approach is part of the work together. The therapist will help the client decide which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences, and will adjust the plan as progress is made. That collaborative process makes it easier to try things and change course if needed.
Session logistics should be confirmed before booking since formats are not listed in the biography. Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy life, shorten check-ins when time is limited, avoid travel, and let people work from familiar surroundings. Talk with the therapist about what will work best for scheduling and session structure.
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License details
- LCSW · Florida
- SW21899
- NPI (National Provider Identifier)
- 1043921612
As listed on the therapist's professional profile. You can check these details with the relevant licensing board, professional body or registry.
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does this therapist address?
She helps with relationship and intimacy issues, trauma and abuse, stress, anxiety, depression, self-esteem, and related concerns such as abandonment and attachment issues.
How would you describe the therapy style and approach?
The style is collaborative and straightforward, using client-centered conversation, cognitive behavioral techniques, and mindfulness to set goals and try practical steps between sessions.
What background and experience does she have?
She has five years of clinical experience working with adults on relationship, trauma, neurodiversity, and intimacy-related concerns.
What credentials and region are listed for this clinician?
This clinician holds the LCSW credential and practices in Florida.
In which language are sessions provided and are international clients supported?
Sessions are offered in English. International clients are not currently accepted.
What session formats are available?
Please confirm current session options before booking, as formats are not specified in the biography.
How is cost handled for sessions?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin if I want to work together?
Select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to the therapist's availability.
Some intimacy concerns have a physical side. If you notice pain or other physical symptoms, please speak with a doctor as well. Therapy can sit alongside medical care, not replace it.