Drew Orechwa, LMFT — Therapist in California

Hi there, I'm Drew!

Welcome! Thank you for taking the time to read my bio. I know starting therapy can be quite vulnerable. Finding a therapist you connect with is critical. My hope is to support you in working toward living the life you desire.

My focus

I work with individuals from a wide range of backgrounds who often struggle with depression, anxiety, mood disorders, and life transitions. I also work with clients who identify as LGBTQ+ who may need support with their coming out process or with their gender identity.

My approach

I am an integrative therapist. What this means is I pull from various modalities I've been trained in, that I tailor to the specific needs and wants of an individual. Oftentimes, life events and challenging relationships decrease one's ability to fully experience the joy and intimacy that is possible.

My communication style

In our sessions, I strive to create a warm, open, and engaging environment to help you feel as safe and comfortable as possible. I am always open to feedback.

My journey to mental healthcare

I've always been fascinated by the human experience. Life is a complicated journey that at times can be very distressing. We as humans need each other to survive, heal, and actualize. I truly believe engaging in therapy and the therapeutic relationship can support healing, change, and growth.

My goals for you

My main goal is to support you in increasing your overall life functioning and living authentically. We will explore what you desire, the steps you are willing to take, your strengths, and what barriers are getting in your way.

Our first session

Our first session will be more structured since I will need to ask you specific questions pertaining to your background, presenting concerns, and current symptoms to develop a working diagnosis. Of course, I will also want to gain a better understanding of what motivated you to begin therapy at this time in your life.

I identify as...

Non-binary
Caucasian or White

Expertise

Specialties

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Treatment approaches

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Attachment-based

Dialectical (DBT)

Mindfulness-Based

Motivational Interviewing

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Focus populations

Body Positivity

Gay

LGBTQIA+

Lesbian

Non-Binary

Queer

Transgender

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Therapy types

Individual Therapy

Ages served

Adults

Practice

Accepted insurance providers

Aetna
All Savers
Allegiance
Allied
Anthem

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Languages spoken

English

Education

Master of Science (MS) in Marriage & Family Therapy from San Francisco State University.

Sessions

60 minutes

Virtual sessions

Drew Orechwa