Andrea Raasch

Andrea Raasch is a licensed clinical social worker with nearly three decades of experience supporting people through stress, anxiety, trauma, low self-esteem, depression, and major life changes. She practices in Colorado and uses straightforward, compassionate conversation to help clients understand what feels overwhelming. She names and works with the emotional and physical signs of distress so people can make clearer choices for themselves.

Andrea approaches work with an emphasis on the body and nervous system. She helps people learn simple regulation skills to reduce intense reactions and access clearer thinking. Sessions focus on practical steps tailored to each person's situation and strengths rather than one-size-fits-all directions.

Her methods draw from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Narrative Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Trauma-Focused Therapy. Andrea blends these approaches to address symptoms and the stories people tell about themselves. She aims to find solutions that feel authentic and doable for each person.

Andrea holds LCSW and CSW credentials and has worked with a wide range of trauma and mood-related issues. She invites open conversation about any topic and emphasizes building self-compassion and agency. Many people come to her seeking relief from anxiety, help working through past hurts, and support finding purpose.

To begin, people complete a brief matching questionnaire and schedule sessions based on the therapist's availability. Andrea notes that sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time, and scheduling details are handled during sign-up.

How her approaches translate to online care

Andrea frequently uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help people notice and change unhelpful thinking patterns and behaviors. CBT is practical and works well for anxiety, depression, and stress by focusing on small, testable changes.

She also draws on Motivational Interviewing to explore a person's own reasons for change and build momentum from those values. This approach supports people who feel stuck or unsure about next steps.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. Andrea collaborates with each person to choose methods that match their goals, needs, and comfort level. She adjusts pacing and techniques as progress and preferences become clearer.

The therapist's biography does not list specific online session formats. Before booking, confirm which formats are offered so you know what to expect. Many people find online therapy helpful because it can fit around work and family life, reduce travel time, and make short check-ins easier to schedule. If you prefer particular session lengths or a quieter setup for a conversation, mention that when you schedule so options can be discussed.