Lambert Andrea, LMFT

I was referred to Ms. Lambert after I had been to a few other LMFTs. I spent many hours with Andrea and I also attended the Self Awareness weekend. I also have volunteered my time to assist at the retreat in support of others. Andrea helped me a lot working through my issues in my marriage, and other issues with myself. She helped me to understand «me» and work through past issues that were holding me down. I highly recommend Andrea to anyone looking for results in changing their lives. Brenda H.

She seems to have a good idea but it does not work for everyone and she is a pushy, manipulative bitch who is only in it for the money. She is NOT a very considerate or compassionate person. She pressures you into siginig up for her weekend program immediately and then charges you a non-​refundable $ 300 deposit even if you try and cancel several weeks in advance of the program. Then she tells someone who is trying to get REAL HELP that SHE IS THE ONLY SOLUTION! What a crock of bull dooty.
Do not be fooled by this MANIPULATIVE person. She is only trying to take your money.

If I could place a negative number I would. Lambert did great things to get me past my personal issues and my relationship flourished. But after referring my significant other she allowed her to work for her and then my partner came home completely a changed person and quoted moments she saw during sessions and she directly compared what she saw to our own relationship. I won’t say it was the cause of the end but it totally negated the progress that was made when I went through. It was totally unprofessional to allow a person I was in a relationship and the reason I went through her treatment to assist in other peoples issues. Especially not knowing the medical background. When I brought it to her she had no issue with it. I would think there would be some kind of violation of her conduct on this but I never followed it through. Very bad ethics.

If I could give Zero stars I would. Very transparent in the fact she only wants to get you to pay for her over priced weekend getaway counseling retreat. Once you let her know that isn’t what you are looking for her whole attitude changes. She was very unprofessional and even borderline insulted me. Stay away, she isn’t looking out for your best interest.

Andrea Lambert was a referral from my insurance provider. I saw her for 5 – 6 individual sessions regarding a family issue. Andrea stated from the start that her way of counseling to get directly to a client’s issue and resolve it in a short period of time rather that drag things out session after session as is the practice of so many other therapists. Thanks to Andrea my issue was resolved quickly and professionally. She has my gratitude and highest recommendation.

I did not have a great or helpful experience. In fact, after our first and only visit, she pushed the weekend hard and told us that a another one on one session was not necessary. We have an adult son who had been suicidal and finally open to therapy. It took years to get to this point, she tried to «up sell“the weekend to him as well, and did not want to schedule a follow up session. He didn’t return either. We were open to alternative therapy, had the money to pay, but didn’t continue. We all felt like were being manipulated to attend the weekend. Many of the interesting forms of therapy she posts on her website seemed like a lure so she could sell her weekend.

I waited a while to write this review and the other posted on Self Awareness Weekend.
I wanted to completely process my feelings before making such a statement.
I’m ready to say what I realized.
This woman should not be counseling anyone. I have never been to a more pushy, abrasive, uncaring counselor in all my life.
My boyfriend and I went to her once, and all she was willing to talk about was how she couldn’t help us unless we attended this $ 1, 400 Self Awareness Weekend. She pushed it on us SO hard that I became frustrated that we weren’t receiving any help from her.
I expressed to her that I was fearful that my boyfriend had been shoving me and hitting me when I would go into his bedroom to ask to talk. She said, and I quote. «She pushed you too far, didn’t she!» «She gave you no other out.» WHAT?
I could not believe my ears!
Well Andrea, this man ended up taking me hostage, and punching me in the face, and now has a restraining order. No help from you.
i hope you are happy lady because I came to you for help! All you did was re affirm he’s violent behavior, and enforce his belief that he had a right to lay arms.
All you could do was PUSH your weekend on us, and at the end take our $ 100 for the session, saying… Sorry… I just can’t help you unless you attend the weekend.
Shortly after this and before my ex beat me and took me hostage, he convinced me to go to the weekend, as he had me brain washed thinking I might be causing him this extreme anger. Guys, I did. It was an absolute waste of time and money!!!
She was abrasive, and uncaring the whole weekend. She was so aggressive with people, many just tuned out. She based her weekend on two books she read from 25 years ago it seems, that has everything to do with numerology of some sort.
She was ONLY there to collect money, and label people. She will no doubt ask you to refer your family, stating they need it as bad as you, all after you have spilled all your personal beans about your families history.
If you go, you will be labeled «what your issue is», and you will be given a «number» that states your personality, and who you are as a person.
After the seminar, I stayed in touch with many of the attendees, and found out this crazy lady shared personal information about me to other members, and labeled me to them. I also overheard her say about other people that they were too messed, or crazy to be helped.
I’ve NEVER known a counselor to abuse her power in such a way.
NO ONE that attended felt this weekend changed their lives at all.
This is a scam.
Save your money and your dignity.

I knew I needed support as I proceeded through my divorce. I also knew I couldn’t work with a run-​of-​the-​mill therapist. My experience of therapy, with the handful of professionals I’ve seen over the years, felt impersonal, sterile, and disconnected.
I found Andrea and her Self Awareness weekend on Unilocal.My first visit with her… WOW! Talk about feeling connected, respected, understood, validated, affirmed, and just plain «gotten.» We spoke about the Self Awareness weekend, which I had been curious about. If you’ve not attended, it is something she will most likely always offer as an option. If you want to save yourself time and money and aren’t afraid of delving deep, it’s beyond worth it. I attended in November of 2012. I came out of the program feeling renewed, grounded, confident, strong, and alive in the midst of a very difficult time.
My circumstances were complicated so I chose to continue seeing Andrea for ongoing support. Not only was she a rock for me, but she always knew what tool or method should be implemented to heal the deep pain I was experiencing. Andrea is a powerful blend of someone who is steadfastly focused on helping her clients seek results while holding the most loving and pure-​hearted intentions for her clients to heal, find happiness, and thrive in their life.
I’ve since met an amazing man. Just prior to my final appointment with her, he told me to be sure to tell her that he said, «thank you.»

The Self-​Awareness Weekend (SAW) was founded in 1983 by Andrea Lambert, LMFT. Over the last 30 years, Andrea and her co-​leaders have supported more than 2,500 people in releasing their emotional pain, gaining a greater understanding of themselves and reclaiming their lives with a renewed sense of passion and purpose.
Join us at our 30^th Birthday Party, and and discover what we’ve been up to for the last 30 years! You’ll meet Andrea Lambert, Founder of the SAW and her current co-​leader, Shannon Lee, Director of the Self-​Awareness Institute. Mingle with past participants and hear their stories of transformation and growth, learn why Self-​Awareness is so important and help us officially launch Self-​Awareness Day!
Happy Birthday, Self-​Awareness Weekend
There will be fun activities and entertainment. so bring your family and friends! (mature teenagers welcome; no young children, please) Light refreshments will be served — including birthday cake, of course!
It’s our party, but YOU get the presents! We’ll be holding a drawing at the party, and you could win one of several valuable prizes (including a free SAW!).
RSVP today to reserve your space by clicking the «Register» button above!
As a thank you for your RSVP, you will receive an extra drawing ticket and a free copy of our special report, «How to Create a Great Life: The Top 12 Tips from the Self-​Awareness Weekend»
Questions? Call Andrea Lambert at (916) 966‑0411
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Citrus Heights Community Center
6300 Fountain Square Dr
Citrus Heights, CA 95 621
Tuesday, October 8, 2013 from 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM (PDT)
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The Self-​Awareness Institute was founded in 1983 by Andrea Lambert, LMFT. Over the last 30 years, Andrea and her co-​leaders have supported more than 2,500 people in releasing emotional pain, gaining a greater understanding of themselves and reclaiming their lives with a renewed sense of passion and purpose. For more information about the Self-​Awareness Weekend Counseling Program, visit
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I can honestly say Andrea is as warm and loving a lady as you will ever find. I trust her implicitly and I hope that you do too. She is truely an expert in her field! I do my research and associate myself only with the best. Andrea also conducts speacilized counseling over a weekend.