Andrew 'Andy'J Baker, VA LPC 0701010790

You may be feeling, overwhelmed, stuck, or tired of carrying things on your own. Whether you’re dealing with anxiety, depression, addiction, grief, or experiences that are difficult to talk about, I offer a place where you can speak openly and feel heard without fear of judgment.
I’m Andy Baker , a Licensed Professional Counselor in Tennessee and Virginia. My background includes extensive work in addiction treatment and recovery, with more than 16 years of experience helping clients work through trauma, relationship difficulties, and major life changes. As a US Navy veteran, I bring a personal understanding of military culture to my work with veterans and their families.
My style is down to earth, compassionate, and direct. We will talk about what matters to you, identify patterns that may be keeping you stuck, and find practical ways to move forward. I use cognitive behavioral techniques, coping skills, mindfulness skills, and exploration of your values to help you respond differently to difficult thoughts and emotions. If faith or spirituality matters to you, we can include that in our work.
You don’t need to have everything figured out before we begin. We’ll start where you are and work together toward changes that matter in your everyday life. Through my years of practice, the main lesson I’ve learned is that “people don’t care how much you know, until they know how much you care.” That’s why I take time to get to know the real you.