Key details
- CredentialsLMSW
- LicenseLMSW, Michigan / 6801112278
- NPI1710618863
- Experience13 years
- LanguagesEnglish
- LocationMichigan
About
- anger management
- stress reduction
- parenting help
About Andrew
Andrew Breen is a Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) in Michigan with 13 years of professional experience. He works with adults facing stress, anxiety, low self-esteem, depression, parenting challenges, motivation issues, and anger. He also assists people coping with relationship strain, addiction concerns, grief, and life changes.
Andrew uses straightforward conversation and practical skills in sessions. He treats clients as the experts on their own stories and looks for strengths to build on. Sessions focus on clear steps clients can try between meetings to reduce reactivity and improve daily functioning.
He pays attention to patterns that keep frustration and resentment cycling. That can mean learning ways to notice early warning signs, slowing down before reacting, and practicing different responses. He offers supportive coaching for parenting strain and for handling workplace stress without escalating.
Andrew also addresses complex backgrounds like trauma, adoption and attachment issues, and substance-related concerns. He helps people untangle how past events shape present responses and works toward more manageable emotional habits.
Conversations are practical and goal-oriented. Clients and Andrew set aims together and track small changes over time. His approach emphasizes steady progress and skills people can use in everyday situations.
How sessions work
Evidence-based approaches and online sessions
Andrew uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on clear skills and behavior changes. One common approach is practical skills training that teaches how to notice triggers, slow down reactions, and try different responses; this helps with anger, impulsivity, and workplace frustration. Another approach emphasizes problem-focused coaching that breaks large issues into small steps to build confidence and reduce overwhelm; this can help with depression, low motivation, and parenting strain.Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will work with the client to identify goals, try techniques, and adjust strategies based on what works. Clients are invited to give feedback so sessions stay relevant to their needs and preferences.
The biography does not list specific session formats, so confirm current options before booking. Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy life by removing travel time, allowing shorter check-ins during a work break, or offering sessions without needing to be on camera. Licensed professionals often find that flexible scheduling helps people sustain progress while managing everyday responsibilities.
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Experience
13+ years
Listed in
Michigan
Languages
English
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does he help with?
He works with stress, anxiety, depression, self-esteem, anger, parenting issues, addictions, grief, and related concerns.
How would he describe his therapy style?
He uses straightforward conversation and practical skill-building, treating clients as the expert of their own story.
How much experience does he have?
He has 13 years of professional experience working with adults on a range of emotional and behavioral concerns.
What are his credentials and where is he based?
He is a Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) licensed in Michigan.
Does he offer sessions in other languages or to international clients?
Sessions are offered in English. He is not accepting international clients.
What session formats are offered?
Session formats were not specified in the biography; confirm current session options before booking.
How much do sessions cost?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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