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Andrea Watkins
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
5 Endorsed
175 Olde Half Day Rd, Suite 100-15, Lincolnshire, IL 60069
Let's Connect (224) 803-2464
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Hello! Thanks for visiting my profile. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker specializing in children, teens and young adults with mood issues and OCD/Anxiety, as well as with the parents on various parenting struggles, teenagers with self-esteem, bullying and school/peer related stress issues. I strive to create a comfortable, non-judgmental, yet, casual and friendly environment. I have a special interest in Mindfulness and Meditation, incorporating guided imagery and Exposure Response Therapy techniques. I also run occasional groups- check out my website for more up to date info.
Now, I am not your typical therapist. I like to get creative with interventions, not just worksheets and talk therapy. I incorporate movement, music, games, role-playing and art into my sessions. I frequently use humor and make my clients laugh, because laughter is therapy in itself!
Asking for help is a difficult step, but the first step towards recovery. Feel free to email me to chat personally about you, your child or family's needs and how I can best work with your individual needs. %Update 5/15/23: I have VERY limited availability, but please check in with me to see what is open!
Call or Email Andrea Watkins now for a free 15 minute consultation - (224) 803-2464
Let's Connect (224) 803-2464
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Finances
Fees
- Individual Sessions $120
- Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible
- Pay by American Express, Cash, Check, Discover, Mastercard, Visa, Zelle
Insurance
- BlueCross and BlueShield
- Out of Network
Check fees and, if listed, ask to verify your insurance coverage. Email or (224) 803-2464
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Andrea Watkins
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Illinois / 149.014668 Andrea Watkins
- In Practice for 14 Years
- Certificate from National Association of Social Workers 2008
- Attended Loyola University Chicago, Graduated 2008
Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialties
- Child
- Anxiety
- Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD)
Expertise
- Anger Management
- Bipolar Disorder
- Chronic Pain
- Coping Skills
- Depression
- Eating Disorders
- Emotional Disturbance
- Family Conflict
- LGBTQ+
- Life Coaching
- Mood Disorders
- Parenting
- Peer Relationships
- Relationship Issues
- School Issues
- Self Esteem
- Self-Harming
- Sexual Abuse
- Stress
- Suicidal Ideation
- Teen Violence
- Trauma and PTSD
5 Endorsements
Client Focus
Age
Children (6 to 10) ,
Preteen ,
Teen ,
Adults
Participants
Individuals ,
Family ,
Group
Age
Children (6 to 10) ,
Preteen ,
Teen ,
Adults
Participants
Individuals ,
Family ,
Group
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
- Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
- Emotionally Focused
- Exposure Therapy (OCD, Phobias)
- Expressive Arts
- Family / Marital
- Family Systems
- Intervention
- Mindfulness Meditation
- Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
- Play Therapy
- Psychodynamic
- Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
- Strength-Based
Location
Nearby Areas
Call for a free consultation now - (224) 803-2464
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Andrea Watkins
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW