Andria Howard, LPC-MHSP
Tennessee LPC-MHSP supporting trauma and anxiety
- Trauma and anxiety support
- LGBTQ affirming care
- Strengths-based approach
About Andria Howard
Andria Howard is a Tennessee Licensed Professional Counselor and Mental Health Service Provider (LPC-MHSP) with five years of experience supporting people through stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, and depression. She has worked in a community mental health setting where she helped individuals facing LGBTQ related concerns and a range of co-occurring challenges. Andria approaches each person as the expert of their own story and emphasizes existing strengths as a foundation for growth and healing.
She combines evidence-based techniques with a compassionate, client-centered stance to help people take brave first steps toward change. Andria aims to empower clients to build more fulfilling and resilient lives, offering practical tools and gentle encouragement along the way. Although her background includes work with a broad set of issues such as family problems, eating concerns, dissociation, and aging-related challenges, she tailors her support to the unique goals and circumstances of each person.
Andria is licensed in Tennessee - license number TN LPC-MHSP 7140 - and is not currently accepting new clients. She remains committed to serving those she works with through an empathic, strengths-based approach and looks forward to continuing her work in the field.
She combines evidence-based techniques with a compassionate, client-centered stance to help people take brave first steps toward change. Andria aims to empower clients to build more fulfilling and resilient lives, offering practical tools and gentle encouragement along the way. Although her background includes work with a broad set of issues such as family problems, eating concerns, dissociation, and aging-related challenges, she tailors her support to the unique goals and circumstances of each person.
Andria is licensed in Tennessee - license number TN LPC-MHSP 7140 - and is not currently accepting new clients. She remains committed to serving those she works with through an empathic, strengths-based approach and looks forward to continuing her work in the field.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Additional Focus Areas
Aging and geriatric issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeBlended family issuesCancerCo-morbidityCommitment issuesCommunication problemsCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)DissociationDomestic violenceEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFirst responder issuesForgivenessGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameHIV / AIDSHospice and end-of-life counselingImmigration issuesImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPhobiasPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPrejudice and discriminationSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSexual assault and abuseSexual dysfunctionSexualitySmoking / vaping cessationSocial anxiety and phobiaTraumatic brain injuryTrichotillomaniaVisually impairedWomen's issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Andria Howard have?
Andria Howard has 5 years of professional experience.
Is Andria Howard a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds the credential LPC-MHSP, which stands for Licensed Professional Counselor and Mental Health Service Provider. License details are TN LPC-MHSP 7140.
In which languages does Andria Howard provide therapy?
Andria provides therapy in English.
Where is Andria Howard located?
Andria is located in Tennessee.
How can I work with Andria Howard as my therapist?
Work with Andria can take place through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Andria Howard work with international clients?
Andria does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Andria Howard cost?
Costs can vary based on factors like location and availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current pricing and details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started is straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with a therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may occur by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Approaches and Online Care for Flexible Support
Andria integrates client-centered therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), and dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) into her online work. Client-centered therapy focuses on listening with empathy and helping clients explore their own goals and values, which is useful for building self-awareness and confidence. CBT helps identify and change unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns, making it a practical option for managing anxiety, depression, and stress. DBT offers skills in emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness, which can be especially helpful for people managing intense emotions or relationship challenges.
Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. Andria works with each person to assess needs, preferences, and goals, and adjusts methods over time so therapy fits the individual rather than the other way around. This teamwork helps clarify which techniques are most likely to support meaningful progress.
Online sessions can take place by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging, offering flexibility for different schedules and comfort levels. These options make it easier to attend sessions from home or while balancing work, family, and other responsibilities, supporting consistent access to licensed professionals and ongoing therapeutic work.