Andrea McLellan, LMFT
Experienced LMFT specializing in trauma and relationships
- Trauma-informed care
- Forensic consultation experience
- Goal-driven therapy
About Andrea McLellan
Andrea McLellan is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) with 14 years of clinical experience helping individuals and families navigate stress, anxiety, relationship challenges, parenting concerns, addiction, trauma, grief, mood disorders, and a wide range of other life difficulties. She combines practical, goal-driven methods with deep attention to underlying family dynamics, drawing on family systems theory to understand how patterns of interaction and past experiences shape current problems.
As an adjunct professor of Psychology, Andrea brings a scholarly perspective to her clinical work and stays engaged with evolving research and teaching. She is also a court-recognized expert in cases of sexual assault and child abuse and provides forensic psychology consultation for attorneys who represent court-dependent minors. That forensic work informs her clinical focus on victims of domestic violence, sexual assault, elder abuse, and child maltreatment, and on the long-term, generational effects of exposure to family chaos and trauma.
Andrea emphasizes awareness, responsibility, courage, and forgiveness as essential components of authentic recovery. She prefers practical, solution-focused interventions and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy - approaches many past clients have found helpful for reducing symptoms and setting realistic, measurable goals. She also offers support for first responders and other public servants who face acute or post-traumatic stress reactions, helping them process intense experiences and restore functioning.
Outside of practice, Andrea enjoys nature and outdoor activities such as hiking, bird-watching, camping, and time at the beach. She expresses gratitude to those who seek help and aims to support clients in building the emotional health needed to pursue the lives they envision.
As an adjunct professor of Psychology, Andrea brings a scholarly perspective to her clinical work and stays engaged with evolving research and teaching. She is also a court-recognized expert in cases of sexual assault and child abuse and provides forensic psychology consultation for attorneys who represent court-dependent minors. That forensic work informs her clinical focus on victims of domestic violence, sexual assault, elder abuse, and child maltreatment, and on the long-term, generational effects of exposure to family chaos and trauma.
Andrea emphasizes awareness, responsibility, courage, and forgiveness as essential components of authentic recovery. She prefers practical, solution-focused interventions and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy - approaches many past clients have found helpful for reducing symptoms and setting realistic, measurable goals. She also offers support for first responders and other public servants who face acute or post-traumatic stress reactions, helping them process intense experiences and restore functioning.
Outside of practice, Andrea enjoys nature and outdoor activities such as hiking, bird-watching, camping, and time at the beach. She expresses gratitude to those who seek help and aims to support clients in building the emotional health needed to pursue the lives they envision.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
AddictionsLGBTFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseGriefIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersSleeping disordersAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorder
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAging and geriatric issuesAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesAvoidant personalityBlended family issuesBody imageCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesDependent personalityDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)DissociationDivorce and separationDomestic violenceEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFirst responder issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMoney and financial issuesMood disordersNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksPersonality disordersPhobiasPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-loveSex addictionSexual assault and abuseSexual dysfunctionSexualitySmoking / vaping cessationSocial anxiety and phobiaTrichotillomaniaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Motivational Interviewing Narrative Therapy Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Andrea McLellan have?
Andrea McLellan has 14 years of experience.
Is Andrea McLellan a licensed therapist?
Yes. She is an LMFT - Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. License details: CA LMFT 51616.
In which languages does Andrea McLellan provide therapy?
Andrea McLellan provides therapy in English.
Where is Andrea McLellan located?
Andrea McLellan is located in California.
How can I work with Andrea McLellan as my therapist?
You can work with Andrea McLellan through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Andrea McLellan work with international clients?
Andrea McLellan does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Andrea McLellan cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your 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, just click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Just click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care
Andrea McLellan frequently draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to help clients identify and change unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns; CBT is practical and goal-focused, and it is often used for anxiety, depression, stress, and many everyday challenges. She also integrates Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) strategies when emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness are central concerns - DBT teaches concrete skills for managing intense feelings and improving relationships. Additionally, Motivational Interviewing is used to support clients who are ambivalent about change by building motivation and clarifying personal values.Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. Andrea works with each person to assess needs, priorities, and preferences, and she adjusts techniques over time so that therapy stays aligned with the client’s goals and life circumstances. This collaborative stance helps clients feel invested in the work and promotes practical progress.
Online therapy offers flexible ways to connect, including video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. These options make it easier to schedule regular sessions around work, family, and other commitments, and they allow licensed professionals to deliver consistent, accessible care across different settings.