ABOUT ME

Hello. 
Thank you for visiting my web page.

I am Sandy Andrews, PhD. I am a licensed Psychologist in Austin, Texas (South Austin). 

For 22 years I have been treating patients in my private practice, located in south Austin.  I use a variety of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy strategies.  I hope this blog helps you learn a few of the CBT techniques so that you get an idea of the kinds of topics we might discuss.

Expertise/ Specialties 

Patients:  Adults Aged 21+

Anxiety Disorders: Panic, Social Anxiety, and Generalized Anxiety
Relationship / Sexual Issues / Sexual trauma
Family problems
Health Psychology / Behavioral Medicine / Chronic pain

Become a Patient

Due to Covid-19, I am currently doing virtual sessions only. 

If you are considering therapy and wish to inquire about becoming a patient, below is my contact information:

Location:  1823 Fortview Road, Suite #106, Austin, TX  78704

Office Phone:   512-444-6110

Email

blogbehave@gmail.com 
→ Be sure to put  " Appt " in the subject line

Insurance Accepted

I am in network with the following:

Aetna
Blue Cross Blue Shield PPO
Medicare
United Health Care / Optum / Oscar / United Behavioral Health

How much will you be expected to pay per session? Short answer: plans vary. Depends on your particular plan. Services may be covered in full or in part by your health insurance plan. Please check your coverage carefully. You will want to know the answer to these questions:

Do I have *mental health* insurance benefits?
Do I have a deductible? How much is it? Must I meet the deductible before my mental health benefits kick in? How much of my deductible have I already met?
Do I have a co-pay (set fee) or co-insurance (percentage per session)?
Is there a limit on the number of sessions my plan covers? How many?
Is approval required from my primary care physician?

Education

1992   Texas A&M University  Ph.D., Clinical Psychology

1991    APA Approved Internship, Medical University of South Carolina

1987   Texas A&M University  M.S., Clinical Psychology


Interests

Gardening, hiking, exploring state parks, watching movies, listening to music, time with my husband and children.





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