Andrea Gray, LCSW

As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with extensive experience in community mental health I am prepared to support children and teens with the difficulties they may face. I believe in recognizing the strength and potential of each person while building the positive and accepting relationship necessary to identify and reduce problems that are standing in the way of happiness and family connection

Education:

MSW and LCSW, University of Southern Maine 2006
Licensed Clinical Social Worker Certification
Thesis: Evidence Based Community Interventions to Reduce High Risk Youth Behavior

BS Child Development and Family Relations, University of Maine, 1990

Advanced clinical skills in evidence-based clinical practice, including:
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
Dialectic Behavioral Therapy
Motivational Interviewing
Collaborative Problem Solving

Compassionate and effective clinical care grounded in positive collaborative relationships with children and families.

Deep understanding of student needs along the continuum of school environments, including in-class support, individual counseling, and care in day treatment settings.

Effective collaborator with other providers, particularly in school communities.

Constructive clinical consultant supporting teachers, school administrators, and mental health professionals carrying out work with students in need.

Additional information: After school appointments available