Andrea Manus

Andrea Manus is a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) in Tennessee who focuses on helping people manage stress, anxiety, relationship struggles, and parenting challenges. She brings six years of clinical experience and practical support for self-esteem, motivation, and getting through life changes like divorce and separation. Andrea writes plainly and focuses on what works in day-to-day life. Andrea draws on her background as a combat-deployed veteran and a military family member to inform her approach. She understands the unique pressures of military life and the ripple effects those pressures can have on relationships and parenting. In sessions she uses a direct, respectful style and aims to help clients become more effective partners and parents. Her work with parents centers on realistic problem-solving and support. She talks through parenting concerns with people, helps clarify priorities, and looks for practical steps that fit busy family routines. She also addresses caregiver stress, communication problems, and issues around control that commonly strain relationships. Andrea uses several therapy approaches to match the person in front of her. She favors client-centered conversations, motivational interviewing to build momentum for change, and solution-focused steps that aim for tangible progress. Those methods are blended to meet individual goals rather than following a rigid plan. People who meet with Andrea can expect straightforward feedback, space to reflect, and concrete ideas to try between sessions. To begin, prospective clients complete a short questionnaire and schedule a session based on availability.

How Andrea’s approaches translate to online therapy

Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening with empathy and following the client’s lead to better understand what matters most. It helps people who need a calm space to make sense of feelings and decide what to try next.

Motivational Interviewing is a collaborative way to build motivation for change by exploring values and small steps forward. It can be useful when someone feels stuck or wants help finding the next move toward a goal.

Solution-Focused Therapy concentrates on practical solutions and short-term goals. Sessions often identify small, concrete changes that can reduce stress and improve relationships between meetings.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. Andrea will listen to your needs, discuss these methods, and together decide which fits best for your goals and preferences. The process is collaborative and adjusts over time as progress and challenges emerge.

The therapist's biography does not list specific session formats, so confirm available options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy week, reduce travel time, and allow for brief check-ins when needed. Some people find phone or video helpful for deeper conversations, while others prefer shorter sessions to tackle immediate problems. Work with the therapist to choose a format and schedule that match your routine and goals.