Dr. Andrew Mendonsa, CO Psychologist PSY.0005062, CA Psychologist PSY23208

Dr. Andrew Mendonsa offers direct, practical help for people feeling overwhelmed by stress and anxiety. He aims to create a clear, respectful space where clients can talk about what matters to them and set achievable goals for change.

He uses straightforward, goal-focused work that emphasizes what will help day-to-day. Sessions often involve looking at thoughts and behaviors that keep problems going, practicing skills to manage strong emotions, and clarifying personal values to guide decisions. He frames therapy as a short-term, results-oriented process when that fits the client's goals.

With more than 22 years of experience, Andrew has worked in community mental health, addiction services, the criminal justice system, and with high-wealth clients and corporate settings. That range has shaped a practical style that blends clinical approaches with real-world problem solving.

Andrew lists several clinical approaches he draws on, including Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, and Dialectical Behavior Therapy. He adapts these methods to the person's needs and preferences rather than following a single formula.

He practices in California and communicates in English. International clients are accepted. To begin, people use the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability. The subscription used for sessions can be canceled at any time.

How Andrew Uses Therapeutic Tools in Online Work

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) focuses on clarifying personal values and taking small, committed steps toward them while learning to notice difficult thoughts without getting stuck. It can help people whose worry or avoidance keeps them from living the life they want. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) involves noticing unhelpful thoughts and patterns, testing them, and practicing new ways of responding to reduce anxiety and improve mood. It is often used for stress, sleep problems, and mood concerns.

Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will talk with the person about their goals, preferences, and daily life, and then choose or blend approaches that match those needs. This means methods can shift over time as progress and priorities change.

Because specific session formats are not listed in the biography, confirm which online options are currently offered before booking. Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy life - for example, shorter check-ins can work during a lunch break, and not needing travel time lets people keep therapy consistent around work or caregiving. Licensed professionals can also use exercises and skill practice between sessions so progress continues between meetings.