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Andrew Strassner

VirtualHigh Satisfaction Rate

2 years of experience

Verified by Octave

Licensed

In California

In-Network

Accepting 7 Insurance providers

Meet Andrew

I work especially well with clients navigating relationship stress—romantic, family, or work—as well as trauma, anxiety, depression, addiction, or ADHD. My holistic, mind-body approach supports deep, lasting change. I’m down-to-earth and laid-back, and can be direct or lighthearted when needed. I offer a holistic approach grounded in practices that genuinely facilitate growth and trauma healing. We may work on relationship patterns, process breakups, navigate dating, or improve family or partner dynamics. I draw from CBT, humanistic or Jungian work, 12-step tools, expressive arts, yoga, and Brazilian Jiu Jitsu–based somatic practices.

We may work on relationship patterns, process breakups, navigate dating, or improve family or partner dynamics.

Communication Style

  • Action-oriented
  • Authentic
  • Creative
  • Holistic
  • Warm

Specialties & Approaches

Specialties

Focus Areas

  • Neurodivergence

Approach

Licensed In

Locations

Virtual appointments available for California residents

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Session Details

Practices in

Languages

Additional

Interests

Brazilian Jiu Jitsu; art (painting, photography, videography, sculpture); nature (hiking, camping, etc.); snowboarding; exercise; meditation; friends; community; and spirituality.

Credentials & Verification

Verified by Octave

License number

#149754 • California • LMFT

Education

MA - Clinical Psychology, Antioch University

Andrew Strassner, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist License #149754 (exp September 2028)

Calculate Cost & Insurance

$28

/ session on average with insurance

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Frequently asked questions

Andrew Strassner accepts Anthem Blue Cross of CA, Out-of-State BlueCard PPO, Cigna Healthcare/Evernorth, Prime Health, Health Net, Centivo, and Blue Shield of California. Octave clients pay an average of $28 per session through insurance, and more than 95% pay less than $45 per session. Your exact cost depends on your plan’s copay or deductible. You can use the cost estimator to see what you would pay before your first session. If you would rather pay out of pocket, self-pay sessions in California are estimated at $205-250 per session.

Andrew Strassner is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT). Andrew is licensed to practice in California, so clients located in California can book sessions. Andrew’s California license number is 149754, and you can look it up through the state licensing board. Octave verifies every therapist’s license before they begin seeing clients, and licenses are kept current as a condition of practicing with Octave.

Andrew Strassner has been practicing therapy for 2 years. Andrew’s education and training include MA - Clinical Psychology, Antioch University. Over that time, Andrew has worked closely with Neurodivergence.

Andrew Strassner works with Neurodivergence and specializes in Addiction (not substance use), ADHD, Anger Issues, Anxiety, Body Image, Burnout, Grief, Life Transitions, Men's Issues, Stress, and Substance Use. These are the areas where Andrew spends most of their clinical time. If the concern you want help with isn’t listed here, a Care Navigator can tell you whether Andrew is a good fit or match you with another Octave therapist who specializes in it.

Andrew Strassner draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Exposure and Response Prevention Therapy (ERP or EXRP), Internal Family Systems (IFS), Interpersonal Psychotherapy, Psychodynamic, Solution-Focused, and Strengths-Based. In sessions, Andrew’s style is action-oriented, authentic, creative, holistic, and warm. In Andrew’s words: “We may work on relationship patterns, process breakups, navigate dating, or improve family or partner dynamics.”

Andrew Strassner offers therapy in English. Andrew identifies as White.

Andrew Strassner offers online sessions over secure video, so you can meet from home or any private space. Andrew is licensed in California, and you need to be located in that state at the time of each session. All you need is a device with a camera and a stable internet connection.

Your first session with Andrew Strassner is a chance to talk through what brought you to therapy and what you want to work on. Andrew will ask about your background, your current concerns, and your goals, and together you will start shaping a plan for your sessions. It is also a chance to see whether Andrew’s style feels like a good fit for you. After their first session, 9 in 10 Octave clients say their therapy experience has been good or better.

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