Andrew Avault , LICSW

Andrew Avault is a licensed independent clinical social worker (LICSW) who centers his practice on mindfulness, meditation, mood and affect regulation, and anxiety management. He brings five years of clinical experience working with people across the lifespan, supporting individuals from about age six through their mid-fifties with skills to steady mood and navigate anxiety.

Andrew combines therapeutic training with a long personal commitment to contemplative practice. He has led a residential Zen martial arts training program in Boston and has practiced Zen and martial arts for 22 years, integrating disciplined mindfulness and embodied awareness into his clinical work. His approach emphasizes practical strategies for regulation alongside contemplative tools drawn from meditation and movement.

As a LICSW - a license that denotes advanced clinical social work training and independent practice - Andrew aims to help clients develop sustainable ways of managing stress, improving emotional balance, and expanding self-awareness. His background in meditation and martial arts informs a grounded, skill-oriented style that supports clients in translating insight into everyday change.

ACT and Mindfulness in Remote Therapy

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice difficult thoughts and feelings without getting stuck in them, then commit to actions that reflect their values. It is often used for anxiety, stress, and patterns that hold people back from meaningful activity.

Mindfulness Therapy teaches present-moment awareness through simple attention and breathing practices, supporting emotional regulation and reduced reactivity. It can be helpful for mood dysregulation, anxiety, and learning practical ways to respond rather than react.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Andrew works collaboratively with each person to determine what methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences. He draws from ACT and mindfulness while adapting techniques to the individual, and licensed professionals can adjust the plan as progress unfolds.

Online therapy offers flexible ways to engage - sessions can be conducted by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging - which makes it easier to access consistent support around work, family, and daily life. These options allow for regular contact and practical coaching without requiring travel, helping clients integrate skills into real-world routines.