André Neitzel - LCSW

I genuinely believe that reaching out for therapy is an act of courage. I never lose sight of that. People come to therapy with different histories, questions, and ways of making sense of what they are going through. Some concerns respond well to a focused, short-term approach, while others have deeper roots and need time and space to unfold. My goal is to offer a place where you feel genuinely heard and supported as we sort through what is happening in your life, at your pace.

My style is conversational. Sessions tend to feel natural and grounded rather than rigid or clinical. I may use metaphors when they help bring something into clearer focus, and I try to create a space where things feel a little less heavy, even when the emotions are difficult. I listen closely and ask questions that help us move beyond the surface and toward what is shaping your experience. I pay attention to patterns, including how you talk to yourself, how you relate to others, and what seems to repeat, because these often point to places where change can begin. Bringing those patterns into clearer view allows you to decide what direction feels right for you.

Over the years, I have worked with adults struggling with depression, anxiety, relationship strain, life transitions, health concerns, grief, and the lasting impact of trauma. I also support individuals navigating cognitive change and caregiving stress and hold certification as a Certified Dementia Practitioner (CDP). One of the most powerful parts of this work is watching people reconnect with strengths they thought they had lost or discover parts of themselves they did not realize were still there. At times clarity comes quickly; at other times it unfolds more gradually, but it is often deeply meaningful.