Andrew Leonard, LCSW

Licensed in Virginia · 26 years in practice

Andrew Leonard is a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) practicing in Virginia.

License and registration

LCSW, Virginia: 0904003863 · expires June 2026
NPI: 1386821197 · national provider identifier
Years in practice: 26
Languages: English

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About Andrew

Andrew Leonard is a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) practicing in Virginia. He focuses on helping people who feel overwhelmed by stress, anxiety, depression, relationship strain, and family conflict. His approach begins with building a steady, respectful relationship so people feel heard and understood.

With 26 years of experience, he draws on straightforward, practical methods. Sessions usually involve talking through current problems, identifying patterns, and trying simple strategies that can be used between meetings.

Background and approach

He values clear communication and a calm pace that fits each person. Andrew uses client-centered work to follow what matters most to the person in the room. He also uses cognitive behavioral techniques to help spot unhelpful thoughts and change behaviors that get in the way of feeling better.

For trauma and difficult memories he includes EMDR methods when appropriate. People come to him for a wide range of concerns such as addiction, grief, anger, parenting stress, career questions, mood disorders, and burnout. He is familiar with issues like communication breakdowns, midlife questions, money stress, and struggles with self-worth.

Sessions are offered in English and are provided through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. Getting started is a simple process: select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a time that works for you.

Focus areas and approaches

Everything Andrew lists on their public professional profile, in their own terms.

Stress, Anxiety
Relationship issues
Family conflicts
Depression
Compassion fatigue
Addictions
Trauma and abuse
Grief
Intimacy-related issues
Sleeping disorders
Parenting issues
Anger management
Career difficulties
Bipolar disorder
Coping with life changes
Communication problems
Drug and alcohol addiction
Emptiness
Family problems
Forgiveness
Intellectual disability
Life purpose
Men's issues
Midlife crisis
Money and financial issues
Mood disorders
Self-harm
Self-love
Smoking / vaping cessation

Approaches Andrew names

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Online support

How therapeutic approaches translate to online care

Client-centered therapy means sessions follow the person's priorities and pace. The therapist listens closely, reflects what he hears, and helps people name what matters most so sessions stay focused on real life concerns.

Cognitive behavioral therapy, or CBT, looks at the connection between thoughts, feelings, and actions. Online CBT often uses short exercises and homework between sessions to practice new ways of thinking and behaving for anxiety, depression, sleep problems, and mood changes.

EMDR is an approach used for trauma and painful memories. In an online setting it uses structured steps to process difficult memories while pairing the work with guided attention techniques that can reduce the intensity of past events.

Finding the right approach is part of the work together. The therapist will discuss options, listen to your goals, and recommend a plan that blends methods to match your needs and preferences. This collaborative process helps tailor sessions to what actually helps you move forward.

Online formats offer flexibility for busy lives. Video calls allow face-to-face conversation, phone sessions remove the need for a camera, live chat is useful for quick check-ins, and text messaging supports ongoing work between meetings. These options make it easier to fit therapy into work, school, or caregiving schedules and to continue progress without major travel.

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Questions people ask

What issues does Andrew help with?

He helps with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship and family conflict, trauma, addiction, grief, anger, parenting strain, career concerns, and related issues.

What is his therapy style like?

He works in a practical, down-to-earth way that emphasizes listening first, then trying steps that fit your life. Sessions focus on clear communication and achievable goals.

How much clinical experience does he have?

He has 26 years of professional experience working with people facing a wide range of concerns.

Where is he licensed and located?

He is a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) in Virginia and practices there.

Can I work with him if I live outside the U.S.?

Sessions are offered in English and he is not currently accepting international clients.

Which session formats are available?

He offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to fit different schedules and needs.

How are fees handled?

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

How do I begin working with him?

Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.

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