Andrea Daigle, LCSW

Andrea Daigle is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in Maine who brings both clinical training and extensive field experience to her therapeutic work. She has been active in the mental health field for over 15 years and has served as a practicing therapist for over 5 years, following completion of a Master of Social Work degree from the University of New England in 2015.

Andrea has practiced across settings including hospitals, outpatient services, and schools, which has shaped a broad, generalist approach well suited to rural communities. She works with people facing depression, anxiety and stress, trauma and post-traumatic reactions, grief and loss, self-esteem concerns, addictions, relationship and family issues, parenting challenges, and a range of other life transitions and mental health struggles.

Known for a compassionate, patient, and nonjudgmental manner, Andrea aims to create a supportive space where individuals can explore change and build coping skills. She integrates evidence-informed methods such as motivational techniques, solution-focused strategies, cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy to tailor care to each person. As an LCSW - a Licensed Clinical Social Worker - she provides clinical psychotherapy informed by both training and years of practical experience.

Evidence-Informed Approaches and Online Care

Andrea draws from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), which helps people clarify personal values and take committed steps toward meaningful change while learning to live with uncomfortable thoughts and feelings. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is used to identify and change unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns, making it useful for anxiety, depression, and stress-related concerns. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) offers practical skills for managing intense emotions, improving interpersonal effectiveness, and coping with distress.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Andrea works collaboratively with each person to determine which methods best fit their needs, goals, and preferences. She adapts techniques over time as progress unfolds and priorities shift.

Online therapy options include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, which allow for greater flexibility in scheduling and access to care from different locations. These formats make it easier to maintain continuity of care during life transitions, balance therapy with work or family responsibilities, and choose the communication style that feels most comfortable.