Andrea Santana, LCSW
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through Octave
At a glance
Andrea is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, Octave.
- Great news, Andrea is accepting new clients!
- She is normally fully-booked.
- Speaks English
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in California
More about Andrea
- 6 years' experience
- Female
- LCSW
I am a Licensed Clinical Therapist serving clients across California. I have a background working with children, young adults, middle-aged, and older adults. My focus is on providing a person-centered, strengths-based approach that helps clients feel safe, discover their voice, and build their ability to thrive. I believe self-care is essential and plays a vital role in therapy. I look forward to meeting you and providing professional support on your journey.
Specialties
Treatment Approaches
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-i)
- Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT)
- Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT)
- Motivational Interviewing
- Solution-focused
- Strengths-based
Licenses
Andrea Santana's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1184959116.
- LCSW · California · LCSW88572 · Renews April 2027
About online therapy
- Affordable.
- Get high-quality therapy without the high price. Clients pay an average of $28 per session with in-network insurance.
- Convenient.
- Schedule sessions that fit your life, not the other way around.
- Available now.
- No long waitlists. Get matched with a licensed therapist and start therapy as soon as your benefits are confirmed.
Octave makes evidence-based therapy easier to access and easier to afford. Whether you're seeking support for anxiety, depression, stress, relationships, or life transitions, Octave connects you to thoroughly vetted therapists that can meet on your schedule, take insurance, and care about helping you find clarity.
It works: 74% of Octave clients see meaningful improvement with their depression and anxiety symptoms in three months, and outcomes consistently exceed national averages.
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Frequently asked questions
Does Andrea Santana offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Andrea Santana works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.
What language(s) does Andrea Santana speak?
Andrea Santana speaks English.
How many years of experience does Andrea Santana have?
Andrea Santana has 6 years of experience.
Where is Andrea Santana licensed to practice?
Andrea Santana is licensed to practice in California.
Does Andrea Santana accept clients outside of the United States?
No, Andrea Santana does not accept clients outside of the United States.
Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?
Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of [a major teletherapy service] experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."
What treatment approaches does Andrea Santana offer?
Andrea Santana offers clients Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Trauma-Focused Therapy, Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), Motivational Interviewing, and Solution-Focused Therapy.
How can I communicate with Andrea Santana?
Andrea Santana can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.
How do I get started with Andrea Santana?
Just tap the CHAT NOW button or tap here: A new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.
Mental health conditions are real, common, and treatable.
And recovery is possible.
When you tap BOOK NOW a new window will open and you'll be directed to Octave's website to start your therapy journey. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.