Andrea Baker, LMHC
Florida LMHC supporting life transitions and resilience
- Perinatal and postpartum support
- Medical crisis counseling
- Anxiety and depression care
About Andrea Baker
Andrea Baker is a Florida Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) with 23 years of experience working with both children and adults. She began her career in therapeutic foster care, teaching positive life skills to children and coaching parents in effective parenting techniques. Over more than two decades she has also worked in hospital settings, supporting people facing acute medical crises and helping them navigate complex health journeys.
Andrea focuses on practical strategies to reduce symptoms of anxiety and depression, build stronger coping skills, and improve communication and self-confidence. She has guided clients through grief and loss, explored career goals and action plans, and supported families through transitions. A particular area of clinical attention is the perinatal period - offering supportive care to women adjusting to life as new mothers, managing stress and overwhelm, or experiencing postpartum depression.
Andrea approaches work from a strengths-based stance, centering the client as the expert of their own story and identifying the personal resources that can foster change. She emphasizes collaborative goal-setting and empowerment, meeting clients where they are and supporting each person as they take the steps toward greater well-being.
Andrea focuses on practical strategies to reduce symptoms of anxiety and depression, build stronger coping skills, and improve communication and self-confidence. She has guided clients through grief and loss, explored career goals and action plans, and supported families through transitions. A particular area of clinical attention is the perinatal period - offering supportive care to women adjusting to life as new mothers, managing stress and overwhelm, or experiencing postpartum depression.
Andrea approaches work from a strengths-based stance, centering the client as the expert of their own story and identifying the personal resources that can foster change. She emphasizes collaborative goal-setting and empowerment, meeting clients where they are and supporting each person as they take the steps toward greater well-being.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
Relationship issuesFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseGriefSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementBipolar disorderCompassion fatigueADHD
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAging and geriatric issuesBlended family issuesBody imageCancerCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDivorce and separationDomestic violenceEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFertility issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameHospice and end-of-life counselingImpulsivityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMidlife crisisMoney and financial issuesMood disordersPanic disorder and panic attacksPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-loveSocial anxiety and phobiaSomatizationWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Motivational Interviewing Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Andrea Baker have?
Andrea Baker has 23 years of experience.
Is Andrea Baker a licensed therapist?
Yes. Andrea Baker holds the LMHC credential. License details: FL LMHC MH8462.
In which languages does Andrea Baker provide therapy?
Andrea Baker provides therapy in English.
Where is Andrea Baker located?
Andrea Baker is located in Florida.
How can I work with Andrea Baker as my therapist?
Clients can work with Andrea Baker through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Andrea Baker work with international clients?
Andrea Baker does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Andrea Baker cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Clients can click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match them with their therapist. Depending on availability, clients can then schedule a first session by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Therapeutic Approaches and Online Support
Andrea practices client-centered therapy, which emphasizes listening, empathy, and collaboration so that each person’s priorities guide the process; this approach helps people who need a supportive space to explore identity, relationships, and life transitions. She also uses cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), a practical method that identifies unhelpful thoughts and patterns and builds concrete skills for managing anxiety, depression, and everyday stressors. Additionally, Andrea is trained in trauma-focused therapy techniques to help individuals process and recover from difficult or overwhelming experiences, offering structure and pacing tailored to each person’s readiness.Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic journey, and Andrea works collaboratively with clients to determine which methods best match their needs, goals, and preferences. Treatment plans are adjusted over time as progress and priorities evolve.
Online therapy with Andrea is available through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, providing flexibility for busy schedules and varied comfort levels. These options make it easier for clients to access care from home or during life transitions while maintaining continuity of support with a licensed professional.