Andrew Vandernoot, Ph.D. Licensed Psychologist

Therapeutic Approach: My practice is devoted to helping adults, couples, adolescents, and children, aiding in the challenges and crises that have emerged that are causing distress. I firmly believe that successful treatment is based upon a collaborative and interactive process, helping to gather a greater awareness and sense of mindfulness of who you are and how you impact others. Through this process, our work together aims to provide deeper insight, a greater sense of well-being, and an increased ability to implement more effective life strategies. I hope to offer a safe, empathic, and confidential experience, helping people with the following issues:

• Depression
• Anxiety
• Feelings of emptiness or loneliness
• Relationship difficulties
• Self-esteem issues
• Work stress
• Relationship issues
• Excessive alcohol/drug use
• Trauma
• Difficulty controlling emotions/behavior
• Adjustment difficulties
• Issues around grief/loss

Background: I received my PH.D. In clinical psychology from the California School of Professional Psychology, and have worked in both clinics and private practice for the past 15 years. My pre- doctoral training was at the Maple Counseling Center and the Wright Institute, counseling adults, couples, and families with a psychodynamic, depth oriented approach. I completed my post-doctoral training at Reiss-Davis Child Guidance Center, working with children, adolescents, parents, and families, with an emphasis in a psychoanalytic/relational approach.