- Mindfulness practice
- Men's issues focus
- Anxiety and mood
About Andrew
Andrew Avault is a licensed independent clinical social worker (LICSW) who centers his work on mindfulness and mood regulation. He uses simple, practical techniques to help people manage anxiety, navigate stress, and address problems that get in the way of daily life. Andrew writes clearly and meets people where they are to make therapy down-to-earth and usable.
Andrew draws on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and mindfulness practices in sessions. He teaches grounding and breathing methods, then helps people notice unhelpful patterns and choose values-based steps. That approach is often useful for worries, depression, compulsive behaviors, and anger.
He has five years of clinical experience and has worked with a broad age range in community settings. Outside of therapy rooms he runs a residential Zen martial arts training program in Boston and has practiced Zen and martial arts for over two decades. Those experiences shape a practical, embodied way of working.
Andrew also focuses on concerns commonly raised by men, including intimacy, compulsive behaviors, sexual difficulties, and the stresses of identity and performance. He supports people coping with grief, trauma, addiction, ADHD, and changes in career or family life.
Sessions aim to build skills people can use between meetings. He blends short mindfulness exercises, values clarification, and stepwise behavior changes so progress feels connected to everyday goals. People who want clear tools and steady guidance often find this style helpful.
How mindfulness and ACT translate to online therapy
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice thoughts and feelings without getting ruled by them, then choose actions that match their values. It often helps with anxiety, depression, and making life changes. Mindfulness Therapy focuses on present-moment noticing through breathing and simple practices to reduce reactivity and improve attention. That approach can help with stress, compulsive behaviors, and managing mood swings.Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will talk with each person about goals and preferences and try methods that fit the individual's day-to-day life. This is a collaborative process where adjustments are made based on what helps most.
The practical benefits of online therapy include easier scheduling and fitting sessions into busy routines. Online work can make it simpler to maintain continuity during life transitions and to practice techniques between meetings. The biography does not list specific session formats, so confirm current options before booking to know whether video, phone, or other formats are offered. Sessions are structured to teach short practices and action steps that people can use between meetings, which can be especially helpful when juggling work, parenting, or training commitments.
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Experience
5+ years
Credentials
Massachusetts
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does Andrew address?
He works with stress, anxiety, depression, addictions, trauma, grief, ADHD, and many relationship and sexual concerns. Men's issues and obsessive or process addictions are also listed focus areas.
What is his therapeutic style like?
Sessions emphasize mindfulness and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy. He teaches short practical exercises and helps people take clear steps toward values-based goals.
How long has he practiced clinically?
Andrew has five years of clinical experience. He also brings long-term experience with Zen and martial arts that informs his practical approach.
Where is he based and what are his credentials?
He is based in Massachusetts and holds an MA LICSW, a licensed independent clinical social worker credential noted as LICSW.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English. International clients are accepted according to his practice arrangements.
What session formats are available?
The biography does not list specific session formats. Please confirm current session options before booking so you know what formats are offered.
How much do sessions cost?
Cost varies with location and therapist arrangements. Sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to the therapist's availability.