Andrea Foran is a Licensed Addiction Counselor specializing in substance use disorders and how they affect individuals, couples, and families. With over seven years experience as an addiction counselor, and as a graduate of Whitworth University in Spokane Washington specializing in social services, she is currently serving as private practitioner working with a broad spectrum of clients. Among her
areas of expertise are emotionally focused therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, mindfulness techniques and relapse prevention. Andrea has a special interest in how addiction affects family systems and in providing support for all of those who are caught in the spiral of substance use. In addition to being a prominent addictions counselor, Andrea serves on the Montana Board of Addiction Counselors and on the Montana Association for Marriage and Family therapists. Andrea is an interactive, emotionally-focused therapist. Her therapeutic approach is to provide a welcoming and secure home base in which clients can begin to let down their defenses and heal wounds that continually manifest in maladaptive behaviors. She provides support and practical feedback to help clients effectively address personal life challenges. She integrates complementary methodologies and techniques to offer a highly personalized approach tailored to each client. With compassion and understanding, she works with each individual to help them build on their strengths and attain the personal growth they are committed to accomplishing. Education
Andrea is currently pursuing a Masters degree in marriage and family therapy, she has a Bachelor's degree from Whitworth University in Spokane, WA and an Associate of Applied Science Degree from Spokane Falls Community College. In addition to her collegiate accomplishments, Andrea is a certified substance abuse professional, providing evaluations for department of transportation employees and has training in emotionally focused therapy. License, Certifications & Awards:
1. National Certified Addiction Counselor II
2. Chemical Dependency Professional
3. Licensed Addiction Counselor
4. Substance Abuse Professional
Additional Training:
1. Emotionally Focused Therapy
2. Moral Reconation Therapy
3. Seeking Safety
Professional Activities and Memberships
1. Montana Association for Marriage and Family Therapy
2. Montana Association of Alcoholism and Drug Abuse Counselors
