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Andrea Pittman
Licensed Clinical Social Worker
Missouri

In-network with

Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield, Carelon Behavioral Health, Cigna, Oscar (Optum), Oxford (Optum), Quest Behavioral Health, and United Healthcare (Optum)

Specializes in

ADD/ADHD, Anger Management, Anxiety, Depression, and Trauma

Great to meet you!

Hi, I’m Andrea, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Registered Play Therapist. Having worked in a variety of mental health settings and within the public school system, I have 20 years of experience with children & adolescents. My passion is helping children discover & build upon their strengths and abilities to overcome obstacles, learn new skills, and establish healthy relationships. I believe the therapy process should be engaging and collaborative in a safe and supportive environment.

A bit about my approach to therapy

I believe one of the most important aspects of therapy is the relationship between child & therapist. I use a client centered, strengths-based approach to build rapport & establish a positive relationship with clients. I specialize in EMDR, Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy, Trauma Processing, Play Therapy, & Mindfulness Practices. Through play and talk therapy, I help children learn to manage emotions & behaviors, build social skills, enhance self-esteem, handle stress, and improve impulse control.

What you can expect from our first session

Each child receives personalized care with an opportunity to express themselves & make sense of the world through play and will experience a sense of safety & connection that promotes personal growth.

I believe strongly in the positive outcomes associated with therapy. I am here to partner with you to provide the most comprehensive care to help your child develop the skills needed to be happy and healthy, to become the best version of themselves.


Andrea's style is

Affirming
Warm
Open-minded

Insurance carriers Andrea accepts

Aetna
Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield
Carelon Behavioral Health
Cigna
Oscar
Oxford
Quest Behavioral Health
UnitedHealthcare

More about Andrea

MSW (Master of Social Work) at University of Missouri-Kansas City
License type: LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker) (Missouri)
Gender: Female
Ethnicity: Caucasian
Languages: English
Works with: Children and Adolescents
More specialties: Bipolar Disorder, Eating Disorders, OCD, Family Issues, Stress, Grief, Loss, Relationship Issues, Identity Issues, and PTSD
Modalities: EMDR, Trauma Focused, Play, Solution Focused Brief (SFBT), Behavior Modification, Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Motivational Interviewing, Strength-Based, Mindfulness-Based (MBCT), Art Therapy, and Attachment-based

Locations

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7001 North Locust Street Ste 203
Gladstone, MO 64118