Andrea Winkler, MSW, LCSW, LCAS is a practice-based trainer for NC AHEC, specializing in topics related to substance use, gender responsive treatment and trauma informed care across healthcare settings. She currently provides integrated (MH and SUD) clinical services through her private practice. Andrea is a graduate of UNC Chapel Hill’s MSW and Substance Use Certificate programs, and began her clinical career with the Duke Family Care Program. Andrea spent twelve years with outpatient psychiatry at Duke University Hospital before starting her private practice and growing her training and consultation services. In addition, Andrea has been contracted with NC Division of Mental Health, Developmental Disabilities and Substance Use Services for gender specific substance use disorder block grant activities since 2023.