Hi! I am Andrea Pugh. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in both Oregon and Texas. Here at Health Allies, I will be your intake therapist. I will help you feel welcomed while I gather important information to pass on to your therapist about your needs, wants, and goals for a successful therapeutic relationship. Intake plays an important role in making sure your services are documented appropriately so that getting your services paid for is one less thing you have to worry about. I will make the process as enjoyable as possible by using humor, smiles, and laughter to aid in the art of healing. Health Allies provides a comfortable and safe space for clients to blossom and embrace necessary change and I’m honored that I am one of the first faces that you get to see during a process that can sometimes be scary. I’m open to feedback, questions, or anything you need to make your first appointment a smooth process. Congratulate yourself on taking this step, can’t wait to meet you!

I have a Master of Science degree in Counseling Psychology from Louisiana State University in Shreveport, LA. I also hold a Bachelor of Science degree in Psychology from Northwestern State University in Natchitoches, LA. Since 2011, I have worked with children and adults ages 5 and up in various settings including community mental health, corrections, substance abuse, and schools. I have experience in treating addiction, anger management, depression, anxiety, and trauma. I have also worked extensively with individuals struggling with symptoms of serious mental illnesses including Bipolar Disorder and Schizophrenia. For the past 3 years, my sole focus has been intake, assessments, and quality assurance. I approach counseling from a cognitive-behavioral and solution-focused perspective. I recognize that all clients are different and I will make adjustments to meet their individual needs. 

Outside of work, I enjoy spending time with family, friends, and my black labrador retriever, Bentley!