About
She specializes in working with children, pre-teens, and teenagers, particularly those struggling with mood management, anxiety, depression, and ADHD. Andrea has extensive experience working with individuals from the LGBTQ+ community, addressing concerns related to gender identity, sexual orientation, and sexual behaviors. She also has a special interest in helping clients develop social and emotional skills to improve their everyday lives and interactions with others. Andrea's approach to therapy is culturally grounded, strengths-based, and utilizes Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Social Identity Theory, Narrative Theory, and Solution-Focused Therapy. She strives to create a safe, judgment-free space for her clients to explore their concerns and work towards positive change. With her warm and engaging style, Andrea aims to make therapy a fun and relatable experience for her clients. She is committed to helping individuals, especially younger clients, develop mood management skills and improve their social and emotional well-being. Andrea is available to work with clients of all ages, but her passion lies in supporting the unique needs of children, teens, and adults in the Lawrence community.
Insurance & payment
Andrea Summey accepts Aetna, BlueCross and BlueShield, Medicaid (KanCare), Optum, United Medical Resources (UMR), and UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH. Insurance details are not listed publicly for all plans, so it's best to contact the practice directly to confirm coverage.
- Aetna
- Blue Cross Blue Shield
- Medicaid
- Optum
- UMR
- UnitedHealthcare
Listed fee: $150 per session, I accept insurance. Ask about sliding-scale fees if you're paying out of pocket.
Services & specialties
Psychological and Family Therapy
Andrea Summey provides psychological and family therapy services for teenagers, families, couples, and adults.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Andrea utilizes Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) in her approach to help clients identify and change negative thought patterns and behaviors.
Social Identity Theory
Andrea applies Social Identity Theory to help clients understand and navigate their social identities and relationships.
Narrative Theory
Andrea uses Narrative Theory to help clients reframe their stories and develop a more positive and empowering narrative.
Solution-Focused Therapy
Andrea employs Solution-Focused Therapy to help clients identify and build on their strengths and resources to achieve their goals.
Psychological Testing
Andrea provides psychological testing to help clients identify areas of strength and weakness, and to inform treatment planning.