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Andrew Nyx

VirtualIn-PersonHigh Satisfaction Rate

3 years of experience

Verified by Octave

Licensed

In California

In-Network

Accepting 8 Insurance providers

Meet Andrew

I am a licensed Psychologist with a decade of training and experience supporting individuals coping with a variety of challenges, including alcohol and drug addiction, depression, anxiety and chronic stress, Bipolar Disorder, life transitions, relationship problems, self-injury, and suicidal thinking. My approach to individual therapy is collaborative — I aim to work together to build upon your strengths and identify opportunities and a pathway toward change. My style is warm and friendly, and my ultimate goal is to create a safe space for you to explore and challenge yourself in the pursuit of personal growth.

My style is warm and friendly, and my ultimate goal is to create a safe space for you to explore and challenge yourself in the pursuit of personal growth.

Communication Style

  • Affirming
  • Casual
  • Empowering
  • Open-minded
  • Solution-oriented

Specialties & Approaches

Specialties

Experienced with

  • Geriatric clients

Approach

  • Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT)
  • Harm Reduction
  • Mindfulness-based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT)
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Psychodynamic
  • Solution-Focused

Licensed In

Locations

Virtual appointments available for California residents

5252 Balboa Ave
Suite 800, San Diego, California 92117

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Session Details

Practices in

Languages

Credentials & Verification

Verified by Octave

License number

#PSY34302 • California • PHD

Education

PhD - Clinical Psychology, Alliant International University

Andrew Nyx, PhD in Psychology License #PSY34302 (exp June 2027)

Calculate Cost & Insurance

$28

/ session on average with insurance

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Frequently asked questions

Andrew Nyx accepts Prime Health, Blue Shield of California, Cigna Healthcare/Evernorth, Anthem Blue Cross of CA, Out-of-State BlueCard PPO, Health Net, Centivo, and Aetna. 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 Nyx is a PhD in Psychology (PHD). Andrew is licensed to practice in California, so clients located in California can book sessions. Andrew’s California license number is PSY34302, 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 Nyx has been practicing therapy for 3 years. Andrew’s education and training include PhD - Clinical Psychology, Alliant International University. Over that time, Andrew has worked closely with Geriatric clients.

Andrew Nyx works with Geriatric clients and specializes in Addiction (not substance use), Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, Burnout, Chronic Illness, Depression, Family Conflict, Grief, Life Transitions, Men's Issues, Panic, Personality Disorders, Relationship Concerns, Self-Harm, and Stress, among other areas. 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 Nyx draws on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT), Harm Reduction, Mindfulness-based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT), Motivational Interviewing, Psychodynamic, Solution-Focused, and Strengths-Based. In sessions, Andrew’s style is affirming, casual, empowering, open-minded, and solution-oriented. In Andrew’s words: “My style is warm and friendly, and my ultimate goal is to create a safe space for you to explore and challenge yourself in the pursuit of personal growth.”

Andrew Nyx (he/him) offers therapy in English. Andrew identifies as White.

Andrew Nyx offers online sessions over secure video as well as in-person sessions at 5252 Balboa Ave in San Diego. 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 Nyx 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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