Andrew Breen, LMSW

Andrew Breen is a licensed social worker in Michigan who helps people manage stress, anxiety, low self-esteem, depression, and the ups and downs of parenting and life changes. He also works with people facing ADHD, addictions, relationship and family concerns, grief, trauma and related challenges. Andrew approaches each person as the expert on their own life and aims to build on existing strengths to support meaningful change.

He practices in a straightforward, supportive style. Sessions focus on practical steps people can try between meetings. Andrew encourages honest conversation about what is working and what is getting in the way. He frames goals in everyday terms so progress is visible and achievable.

With 13 years of experience, Andrew draws on evidence-based therapeutic techniques to address a range of problems including bipolar mood struggles, anger, compassion fatigue, and career stress. He also pays attention to adoption and foster care issues, attachment questions, autism and Asperger syndrome, and challenges such as isolation and impulsivity.

Andrew holds an LMSW, which stands for Licensed Master Social Worker. He uses that clinical background to guide practical, goal-focused work rather than jargon-heavy explanations. Sessions are conducted in English and are rooted in respect for each person’s story.

People interested in starting will complete a short matching questionnaire and then schedule a time that fits. Andrew aims to help people take small, manageable steps toward greater resilience and clearer next steps in life.

How Andrew Uses Evidence-Based Methods Online

Andrew uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques to address problems like anxiety, depression, and ADHD. For example, cognitive-based approaches help people notice and change unhelpful thinking patterns that feed anxiety and low mood. Behavioral-focused strategies concentrate on small, manageable activities that rebuild motivation and routine after setbacks.

He also draws on problem-focused methods that break larger issues into actionable steps. These approaches are useful for challenges such as addictions, parenting stress, grief, and coping with life changes because they emphasize concrete changes rather than only talking about feelings.

Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. Andrew works with each person to pick methods that match their goals, needs, and daily life. He expects adjustments along the way and checks in to see what helps and what needs to change.

If you’re considering online sessions, confirm the current session options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy week, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when schedules are tight. It also makes it simpler to keep momentum between appointments by practicing new skills in real life and discussing results at the next meeting.