About Andrea McLeod LCSW, RPT-S
Andrea McLeod is a dedicated therapist with over 15 years of experience offering compassionate and specialized therapy services for children, adolescents, young adults, and parents. With specialized training in play and expressive therapies, Andrea provides a safe and nurturing space for individuals and families to explore their feelings and work towards meaningful positive change.
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Andrea is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, a Registered Play Therapy Supervisor, a Certified Clinical Trauma Specialist, and a Certified Child Centered Play therapist. She has extensive training in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and specific training in Theraplay, TF-CBT, and expressive therapies including art and sand tray interventions.
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Services
Individual Therapy
Our individual therapy sessions are designed to help our clients navigate life's challenges. Through a collaborative and supportive approach, we aim to assist clients in developing the skills to overcome obstacles and thrive in any setting.
Group Therapy
Our group therapy services focus on creating a supportive and engaging environment for clients to connect, share experiences, and develop essential skills feel empowered in the real world.
Family Therapy
Family therapy sessions aim to improve family dynamics, resolve conflicts, and strengthen bonds. Driven by attachment research, we focus on promoting understanding and effective communication skills. We help families navigate challenges together and work towards harmonious relationships.
Parent Consulting
Parenting is hard! Sometimes parents just need some fresh ideas and validation related to their parenting styles and experiences to help them feel unstuck. Other times parents need support moving through the stages of development with their child. Parent consultation gives parents the space to learn how to support their child and their needs through all stages of development.
Our Approach
Areas of Treatment
* Attachment
* Anxiety
* Behavior Problems
* Chronic Stress
* Depression
* Early Childhood
* Emotional Regulation
* Family Challenges
* Grief and Loss
* Self Esteem
* Self-Injury
* Transitioning to College
* Trauma
* Parenting ​​​
* And more...
Play and Expressive Therapies
Children don't always have the words to explain what they are feeling-but they do know how to play. Play and expressive therapies use things like toys, art, sand, and storytelling to help children communicate in the way that comes most natural to them. Through these creative approaches, kids can express big feelings, explore difficult experiences, learn new skills, and build confidence in a safe, supportive space.
Questions & Answers
Do you accept insurance?
Our practice does not participate with any insurance plans at this time. We do provide you with a Superbill document that contains the information insurance companies require for you to submit for reimbursement on your own. Many clients are able to receive reimbursements between 30-90% of the total cost depending on their plan coverage.
How do I schedule an appointment?
Scheduling an appointment with Andrea McLeod is easy. Simply contact us via the contact form or email amcleodlcsw@gmail.com to book a convenient time for your initial consultation.
Where are you located?
We are conveniently co-located inside The Kidz Docs Pediatric and Adolescent Medicine office in Old Town, Alexandria just above Trader Joe's. A covered parking garage is accessible to all clients at no additional charge during their therapy appointment.
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