Licensed Clinical Social Worker & Board Apporved Clincal Supervisor
Andrew Wilson, a native of Shreveport LA has an undergraduate degree in General Studies from LSU and a master’s degree in social work from Grambling State University in 2004. He became licensed in clinical practice by the Louisiana State Board of Social Work Examiners and began private clinical practice in 2010.
Currently as the CEO of Social Work Professional Services LLC his agency is responsible for providing community-based behavioral health services, professional development services for individuals pursuing social work licensure, continuing education credits and test preparation for LMSW/LCSW Examination. Andrew has a history of providing contract work as a Clinical Manager with Mental Health Agencies where he supervised clinical staff, provided case management services and provided psychosocial educational training.
Prior to providing clinical service in the mental health sector, Andrew was employed with the Department of Children and Family Services for over twenty years as an Investigator, Family Services Specialist, Specialized Foster Care Unit, FC Supervisor , Regional Program Specialist and Continuous Quality Improvement Manager where he monitored child welfare staff practices ,making sure field staff were utilizing best practices. He was responsible for training staff on implementing evidenced based child welfare initiatives. Prior to practicing child welfare in Shreveport, he also worked in Home Development in New York City.
Andrew is known to be deeply connected to the community he serves and has been awarded several accolades and acknowledgments for his service over the years. He has received several awards by the National Association of Black Social Workers, National Association of Social Workers and Alpha Kappa Alpha Volunteer Service Award. Presently he serves as the President Emeritus of the Association of Black Social Workers Shreveport Region and member of a Rules Committee and Inter-Organization Committee of the LABSWE. He is a former Board member of CASA, League of Women Voters, Hope for the Homeless and The Advisory Board for Grambling State University School of Social Work. He is passionate about enhancing emerging practitioners professional development allowing them field placement at his practice. He is known for , social advocacy , mentoring others in social work and staying abreast of research to enhance the human condition. He enjoys traveling to Africa and and studying African Centered Practice Theories.
The African Zulu phrase “Umuntu ngumuntu ngabantu,” which means “a person is a person through other persons,” highlights the interconnectedness and interdependence of all human beings, emphasizing the significance of social relationships and community bonds.
As an organization, we embrace this philosophy and recognize that our success is deeply connected to the success of our clients and the broader community. By respecting and valuing different cultures, we can build trust, empathy, and understanding with our clients and create a safe and welcoming environment for all.
Upcoming WorkshopsSocial workers treat each person in a caring and respectful fashion, mindful of individual differences and cultural and ethnic diversity.
Social workers promote clients’ socially responsible self-determination. Social workers seek to enhance clients’ capacity and opportunity to change and to address their own needs. Social workers are cognizant of their dual responsibility to clients and to the broader society.
They seek to resolve conflicts between clients’ interests and the broader society’s interests in a socially responsible manner consistent with the values, ethical principles, and ethical standards of the profession.
Upcoming WorkshopsSocial workers are continually aware of the profession’s mission, values, ethical principles, and ethical standards and practice in a manner consistent with them. Social workers should take measures to care for themselves professionally and personally.
Social workers act honestly and responsibly and promote ethical practices on the part of the organizations with which they are affiliated.
Upcoming WorkshopsSocial workers understand that relationships between and among people are an important vehicle for change. Social workers engage people as partners in the helping process.
Social workers seek to strengthen relationships among people in a purposeful effort to promote, restore, maintain, and enhance the well-being of individuals, families, social groups, organizations, and communities.
Upcoming Workshops
