Aundrea "Andie" Moss, LCSW

Aundrea "Andie" Moss is a licensed clinical social worker and certified alcohol and drug counselor based in Chicago, Illinois, who brings a decade of professional experience to her clinical work. She holds a Master of Social Work from Loyola University of Chicago and combines clinical training with hands-on practice across residential treatment centers, outpatient programs, hospitals, and home-based services.

Andie has worked with people facing anxiety, depression, substance use disorders, co-occurring conditions, relationship and family challenges, low self-esteem, mood disorders, trauma, and issues related to grief and end of life. Her background also includes supporting children who have experienced abuse and neglect and assisting clients coping with addiction and recovery.

Her therapeutic stance emphasizes patience, empathy, and respect, using a strength-based, person-centered framework to help clients identify resources and build on what is already working in their lives. She draws from evidence-informed methods including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Solution-Focused techniques, Strengths-Based approaches, and Motivational Interviewing to tailor care to each person’s needs. LCSW indicates she is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, and CADC signifies certification in alcohol and drug counseling, reflecting specialized training in substance use treatment.

Andie aims to empower clients to move toward meaningful change and greater well-being, offering supportive guidance as they work toward the goals that matter most to them.

Therapeutic Approaches Adapted for Online Care

Aundrea "Andie" Moss uses Client-Centered Therapy to create a supportive, nonjudgmental environment where clients guide the topics and pace of work while the therapist offers empathy and validation - an approach that helps with self-esteem, relationship concerns, and coping with life changes.

She also utilizes Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to identify and change unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns; CBT is often effective for treating anxiety, depression, and mood-related concerns by teaching practical skills to manage symptoms.

Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) techniques are incorporated when clients need tools for emotional regulation, distress tolerance, and improving interpersonal effectiveness, which can be particularly useful for people facing intense emotions or relationship challenges.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Andie collaborates with each person to determine which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences. She adjusts techniques over time based on progress and feedback.

Online therapy with Andie offers flexible access through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, allowing clients to fit care into busy schedules, reduce travel time, and maintain continuity of treatment from varied locations. These options make it easier to engage in regular work toward recovery and personal growth with licensed professionals.