Locations Maine Therapists Andrea Bates

Andrea Bates(She/Her/Hers)

(She/Her/Hers)

Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW

Maine•North Carolina

Anxiety - Depression-Postpartum depression-Pregnancy, perinatal, postpartum mental health-Transition to new parenthood-Women's Issues-

Finding Balance Therapy & Wellness PLLC

See Andrea's Details for:

Accepting online

In-network with some insurances

$0-$150

Many health insurance plans reimburse 50-80% of session fees with out-of-network therapists. Learn if your plan qualifies.

About Specialties Locations Insurance & Fees

Professional statement

Andrea provides a warm, supportive space for adults who may be feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, depression, life transitions, parenting stress, or relationship challenges. Many of the people she works with find themselves lying awake with racing thoughts, feeling pulled in too many directions, or trying to balance caring for others while also caring for themselves. Andrea especially enjoys supporting individuals navigating pregnancy, postpartum adjustment, and the emotional complexities of parenting and family life.

Her approach is compassionate, collaborative, and deeply non-judgmental. Andrea believes that therapy should feel like a space where you can exhale and be fully yourself. She meets clients where they are while gently helping them explore patterns, gain insight, and develop practical tools for managing stress, emotions, and life’s challenges. Her goal is to help clients feel understood, supported, and more confident in their ability to navigate what they’re facing.

Andrea is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in North Carolina and Maine with over a decade of experience in the mental health field. Her professional background includes working as a child and family therapist as well as providing telehealth therapy to adults across a wide range of concerns.

She offers convenient virtual therapy sessions so clients can receive support from the comfort and privacy of their own space. Andrea is passionate about helping people feel less alone in their struggles and more empowered as they move toward greater balance, clarity, and well-being.

Message to clients

My hope is that therapy feels like a space where you can pause, breathe, and feel supported exactly as you are. Life can feel overwhelming at times- whether you’re navigating anxiety, parenting stress, life transitions, or simply feeling stuck—and you don’t have to carry that alone. I believe therapy should be a place where you feel safe to speak openly, explore your thoughts and emotions, and begin making sense of what you’re experiencing without fear of judgment.

As a parent myself, I understand how many roles moms and caregivers hold each day and how easy it can be to feel pulled in every direction. Balancing responsibilities, caring for others, and trying to take care of yourself can be exhausting. I bring both professional experience and personal understanding to my work, and I strive to create a space where parents feel truly seen, supported, and understood.

In our work together, we’ll move at a pace that feels comfortable for you. My goal is to create a supportive, collaborative environment where you feel heard, understood, and empowered. Together, we’ll explore patterns, build coping strategies, and develop tools that help you manage stress and reconnect with what matters most to you.

Starting therapy is a meaningful step, and it takes courage to reach out. My hope is that through our work together, you’ll feel less alone and more confident moving forward with greater clarity, balance, and self-compassion. If this resonates with you, I warmly invite you to reach out to connect.

Work and Education

Years of Experience: 23 years

Fordham University, Master of Social Work, 2003

Licensure

Maine: LC23049 - North Carolina: C006280

Languages

English

Specialties

Anxiety - Coping with excessive worry, nervousness, or stress; intense discomfort in social settings (social anxiety); sudden and intense feelings of panic (panic disorder)

Depression - Providing support and promoting healing of hopelessness, low motivation and energy, sadness, irritability, sleep disturbance, and loss of interest and pleasure in life

Postpartum depression - Coping with persistent feelings of sadness, exhaustion, and/or being overwhelmed after the birth of a child; developing strategies for more positive thought patterns and behaviors.

Pregnancy, perinatal, postpartum mental health - Addressing issues specific to women and families during the pregnancy and postpartum period, including postpartum depression and anxiety

Transition to new parenthood - Working with parents as they adjust to new parenthood

Women's Issues - Therapy tailored to common concerns among women; providing a safe and understanding space to address life challenges, stressors, and questions around identity as a woman

Clientele

Adults (24+)
Families

Parents
Young adults (18-24)

Locations & Hours

Insurance

Aetna (in-network in ME, NC)
Aetna Student Health Insurance (in-network in ME, NC)
Blue Cross Blue Shield (in-network in ME, NC)
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Maine (in-network in ME, NC)
Blue Cross Blue Shield of North Carolina (in-network in ME, NC)
Carelon (in-network in ME, NC)
Cigna (in-network in ME, NC)
EAP:Cigna (in-network in ME, NC)
EAP:UnitedHealthcare/Optum (in-network in ME, NC)
Evernorth (in-network in ME, NC)
Optum (in-network in ME, NC)
Tricare (in-network in ME, NC)
UMR (in-network in ME, NC)
United Healthcare (in-network in ME, NC)
United Healthcare Shared Services (in-network in ME, NC)
United Healthcare Student Health Plan (in-network in ME, NC)
United Medical Resources (in-network in ME, NC)

Out-of-pocket fees

Get reimbursed for sessions with Andrea Bates

Many health insurance plans reimburse 50-80% of session fees with out-of-network therapists. Learn if your health insurance plan qualifies.

Individual sessions:$150 (60min)
Sliding scale:$100 - $150