Andi Slusser, LCSW, is a licensed clinical social worker who specializes in helping individuals navigate life transitions with clarity and confidence. Her clinical work focuses on supporting new mothers, military spouses, and college students experiencing anxiety, stress, and adjustment-related challenges. Drawing from both professional training and personal experience, Andi understands how transitions can impact identity, relationships, and emotional well-being. She brings a thoughtful, grounded presence to therapy, helping clients explore their experiences while developing practical tools for coping and growth. Andi’s work is informed by CBT, DBT, motivational interviewing, and psychodynamic frameworks. This integrative approach allows her to support both immediate stressors and deeper emotional patterns, helping clients build insight, resilience, and long-term emotional health. Therapeutic Style Sessions with Andi are welcoming, calm, and open. She prioritizes forming strong therapeutic alliances and works collaboratively with clients to create meaningful change. Her style is compassionate, steady, and supportive, allowing clients to feel safe as they explore challenges and move toward growth. Clinical Philosophy Andi believes client success is about growth, self-awareness, and an increased capacity to cope with life’s challenges. Therapy is not about eliminating struggle, but about developing the insight and tools needed to navigate change with confidence and self-compassion. Areas of Focus Life Transitions | Anxiety & Depression | Pregnancy, Prenatal & Postpartum Mental Health | New Motherhood | Military & Veteran Families | College Student Support | CBT | DBT | Motivational Interviewing | Psychodynamic Therapy
A Note from Andi
Life transitions can be exciting and overwhelming at the same time. Whether you’re starting college, adjusting to parenthood, or navigating the unique demands of military life, you don’t have to do it alone. I am a therapist dedicated to supporting individuals through these meaningful life changes. My practice is focused on working with new mothers, military spouses, and college students who are navigating anxiety, stress, and the unknown. I bring a unique perspective to my practice as a veteran and a spouse to an active duty Marine; I understand the emotional complexity, resilience, and specific challenges required of military families. As a mother myself, I also hold a special space for those adjusting to the seasons of parenthood. I am passionate about forming strong therapeutic alliances with my patients and working collaboratively to make a tangible difference in their lives.
"When we are no longer able to change a situation, we are challenged to change ourselves." — Viktor Frankl
My Approach
I provide a safe, confidential, and non-judgmental space where you can openly discuss your concerns. My approach is warm, attentive, and empowering. I believe that therapy is not just about "fixing" problems, but about building a life where you feel capable of handling them through growth and self-awareness. I utilize an integrative approach to help clients build resilience and emotional well-being. My treatment modalities include: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Motivational Interviewing Psychodynamic Therapy I view active listening as my "therapy superpower"—it is not just about hearing words, but about responding in a way that fosters deep connection and understanding.
Specialties
Life Transitions: College, Career, Relocation Military Life: Deployment stress, spouse support, veteran reintegration Perinatal Mental Health: Pregnancy, Prenatal, and Postpartum support Anxiety & Depression Young Adults & College Students Virginia: LCSW #0904018486 California: LCSW #129728 Master of Social Work: University of Kentucky (2022) Bachelor of Social Work: University of North Carolina at Wilmington (2021) My schedule offers in-person or virtual sessions with morning and early afternoon slots available to fit your routine.