- Guilt and shame
- Attachment issues
- CBT and ACT methods
About Andrea
Dr. Andrea Wheeler is a Psychologist licensed in Maryland with 17 years of clinical experience. She works with adults facing stress, anxiety, grief, depression, coping with life changes, and a range of relationship and mood concerns, including guilt and shame.
She meets people who often carry more than one issue at a time. Sessions focus on clear, shared goals so therapy addresses the problems that brought someone in. Conversations are collaborative and practical, with an emphasis on understanding what feels hardest now.
Her approach draws on methods such as cognitive behavioral work, acceptance and commitment strategies, attachment-based perspectives, and emotionally-focused ideas. That mix helps people notice thoughts and feelings, try new ways of responding, and repair patterns in close relationships.
In session she uses straightforward tools and guided conversations. She helps clients name unhelpful thinking, practice noticing difficult emotions, and try small behavior changes that fit daily life. When relationships are a focus, she will look at how patterns between people contribute to pain and disconnection.
Her background includes long-term private practice work in Maryland. People who come because of shame or guilt often look at forgiveness, family of origin issues, and attachment concerns as part of their work. Dr. Wheeler helps map those links and set step-by-step goals to move forward.
Therapeutic approaches used in online sessions
Two approaches you will commonly see are Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Attachment-Based Therapy. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) focuses on noticing difficult thoughts and feelings without getting stuck in them, and then choosing actions that match personal values. It can help with anxiety, shame, and making changes that matter. Attachment-Based Therapy looks at patterns in close relationships and how early bonds shape current behavior and trust. It is useful when relationship problems, family of origin issues, or shame are central concerns.Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will collaborate with each client to decide which methods fit their goals and preferences. That means discussing what matters most, trying approaches, and adjusting as needed rather than committing to a single method from the start.
The original biography does not list specific online session formats, so confirm current options before booking. In general, online sessions can make it easier to schedule therapy around work and family and can reduce time spent traveling. They also allow for shorter check-ins when a full session is not needed and let people participate without being on camera if that helps them focus on the work at hand.
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Experience
17+ years
Listed in
Maryland
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does she help with?
She works with stress, anxiety, grief, depression, coping with life changes, relationship and intimacy issues, and mood concerns including bipolar and panic, plus guilt and shame.
How would she approach feelings of guilt or shame?
She uses collaborative sessions that combine cognitive behavioral skills and acceptance-oriented strategies to help name thoughts and try new responses to painful feelings.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has 17 years of professional experience working in private practice in Maryland.
What are her credentials and location?
She is a Psychologist licensed in Maryland and maintains a practice based in that state.
Can I work with her if I live outside the United States?
Sessions are offered in English and she does not accept international clients at this time.
What session formats are available?
The original biography did not specify session formats; please confirm current session options before booking.
How much do sessions cost?
Cost varies with location; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger or thinking about harming yourself, use the crisis numbers.