Dr. Andrea Wheeler, MD

Dr. Andrea Wheeler is a Maryland-licensed therapist with 17 years of clinical experience who brings a calm, collaborative approach to care. She holds an MD, which is a Doctor of Medicine degree, and has spent much of her career working in private practice to support people facing stress, anxiety, trauma, depression, and major life changes. Dr. Wheeler works with individuals who often present with multiple concerns, helping them identify priorities and set practical goals that address the range of issues they want to tackle.

Her style centers on partnership - she works alongside each person to clarify what matters most and to develop steps toward change. She aims to create an open, nonjudgmental space where thoughts and feelings can be shared freely, and she emphasizes collaborative goal setting so therapy stays focused and relevant. Taking the first step into therapy can require courage, and Dr. Wheeler recognizes and affirms that commitment while guiding clients through early planning and next steps.

Whether someone is coping with grief, relationship difficulties, attention challenges, or career and life transitions, Dr. Wheeler integrates practical strategies with compassionate support to help clients move forward at a pace that fits their needs.

Therapeutic approaches and online care

Dr. Wheeler frequently draws on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Attachment-Based Therapy, and Client-Centered Therapy in her online practice. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) focuses on helping people notice and accept difficult thoughts and feelings while committing to actions that reflect their values - it can be useful for anxiety, stress, and life transitions. Attachment-Based Therapy explores patterns in relationships and early bonds to improve connection and reduce relationship-related distress. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes empathy and unconditional positive regard, giving clients a supportive environment to explore identity, self-esteem, and personal goals.

Finding the right combination of approaches is part of the therapeutic process. Dr. Wheeler collaborates with each person to determine which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting strategies as therapy evolves. This collaborative stance helps ensure therapy feels tailored and practical.

Online therapy with licensed professionals offers flexible ways to engage - video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging allow sessions to fit work, family, and caregiving schedules. These remote options make it easier to maintain continuity of care, access consistent support during transitions, and try different formats to find what works best for each individual.