Andrea M. Epting attended The University of Alabama in Tuscaloosa and graduated with a double major in Psychology and Religious Studies. After receiving her Master’s Degree in Psychology with a specialty in Professional Counseling, she began a career as a psychotherapist. Andrea has been working in her hometown of Savannah, GA in the field of Addiction and Mental Health with a total of 15 years of practice. She is a practicing Licensed Professional Counselor, Master Addiction Counselor, EMDR Certified Therapist, Certified Sex Therapist, Certified Sex Addiction Therapist Candidate, Certified Professional Counselor Supervisor, and an Approved Clinical Supervisor. She is a part of LPCA-GA (Licensed Professional Counselors Association of Georgia), NAADAC (Association for Addiction Professionals), Georgia Addiction Counselor Association (GACA), and a member of EMDRIA (EMDR International Association) and IITAP (International Institute for Trauma and Addiction Professionals). Andrea has been a private practitioner since 2007 where she provides professional counseling services for adults, adolescents, couples, and families, specializing in eating disorders, sexual dysfunctions and compulsivity, and trauma-initiated addiction. Additionally, she is the Founder and CEO of Heads-Up Guidance Services (HUGS). Andrea works with HUGS to provide a "no strings attached" approach to professional mental health counseling, and to ensure that ALL motivated individuals and family systems receive quality care. In 2018, Resolve, LLC was created to provide sought-after specialized services and workshops that will aggressively address trauma-induced process addictions.
Mission: To increase awareness around the DIRECT IMPACT one's mental state has on their performance, passion, relationships, and legacy. This dialogue will connect the dots between the human psyche and its direct impact on the world around us.
Vision: To bring about positive change by building a community of motivated, introspective, passionate, listeners willing to courageously embark on a mission to have a positive, intentional, and DIRECT IMPACT on their environments, relationships, and future generations.
Promise: You don’t have to settle for a less than extraordinary life! You deserve a life filled with purpose, connection, and direction. Unlock your authenticity, discover your full potential, and make a DIRECT IMPACT on the world that is not only positive but profound. Here we discuss alternatives to emotional dis-ease, mental clutter, and limiting beliefs by creating a climate for growth, allowing your mind to become an ali vs. an adversary. You can become the best version of yourself, and leave a Life-giving legacy of curiosity, creativity, and compassion without compromise. We want you to make a DIRECT IMPACT.
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12/18 S3 009: Tis the Season
12/25 S3 010: Christmas
1/1 S3 011: Michael Alcee Interview
1/8 S3 012: Roadblocks
1/15 S3 013: Potential Pitfalls
1/22 S3 014: Progress over Perfection
1/29 S3 015: Andrea's EASY Acronym
2/5 S3 016: Emily Sander Interview
2/12 S3 017: How Do I Get From "Want" to "Willing"
2/19 S3 018: Honesty and Humility
2/26 S3 019: John Cuomo Interview
3/5 S3 020: Embrace Your Neediness
3/12 S3 021: Recovery Essentials
3/19 S3 022: Connie Ellefson Interview
3/26 S3 023:Community is Key