Hi There,
I’m Andrea

Designing trauma-informed mental health systems that scale, and actually work

MBA, MA, LMHC, PhD Student

Founder & CEO

Clinical Director | Health Systems Researcher

Andrea Piazza is a clinician, entrepreneur, and health systems researcher advancing trauma-informed, digitally delivered mental healthcare. As Founder and CEO of Dreavita, a multi-state, virtual-first mental health organization, she leads efforts to deliver high-quality, equitable care while prioritizing clinician sustainability and systemic integrity.

She is currently pursuing a PhD in Health Systems Research at the University of Toronto, where her work focuses on designing scalable, ethically grounded care systems for complex and destabilized environments. Andrea’s research bridges digital innovation, ethical employment models, and trauma-informed system design, with a clear aim: to build mental health infrastructure that works in practice, not just on paper.

Andrea continues to provide clinical supervision and consultation on complex trauma cases. For training/supervision opportunities, please email Andrea@Dreavita.com.

Research &

Innovation Focus

  • Trauma-informed digital care delivery

  • Ethical employment models for clinical sustainability

  • AI-supported care adaptation for marginalized communities

  • Mental health access during systemic instability (e.g., authoritarianism, displacement)

  • Cross-national system collaboration (Canada, US, AU, UK)

Roles & Credentials

Current Roles

  • Founder & CEO, Dreavita (U.S. & Puerto Rico pilot)

  • Co-Founder, Foundrea

  • PhD Student, Health Systems Research, University of Toronto

  • Qualified Supervisor, Florida Board of Clinical Social Work, Marriage & Family Therapy, and Mental Health Counseling

Education

  • MBA, Business Administration with a Focus on Social Impact and Healthcare Leadership, UCLA Anderson School of Management

  • MA, Clinical Mental Health Counseling with Advanced Training on Integrated Healthcare, University of Central Florida

Board Certifications

  • BC-TMH (Board Certified–TeleMental Health Provider)

  • NCC (National Certified Counselor)

Clinical Licensure

  • Florida: MH20303

  • New York: MH 015953

  • Massachusetts: LMHC10003071

  • Washington: LH61552222

  • California: LPCC 17111

  • Colorado: LPC 0020485

  • Michigan: 6401224598

  • Alaska: 221954

Projects, Publications, & Pilots

(In Development)
Andrea is currently developing a doctoral research proposal focused on scalable, trauma-informed models of mental health care that center clinician well-being and systemic resilience. Her areas of interest include ethical employment, digital adaptation, and access to care during systemic disruption and displacement.

Additional projects include consulting on trauma-informed innovation in nonprofit systems and designing cross-border pilots that bridge mental health, workforce sustainability, and ethical technology use.

Forthcoming Publications:
Andrea has several manuscripts under peer review and in development, including:

  • Creating Resilient Behavioral Health Systems: Policy Strategies for Digital Health Integration (submitted to Global Health Action)

  • The Economic Impact of Digital Mental Health Platforms (submitted to The Journal of Behavioral Health Services & Research)

  • Addressing Mental Health Disparities through Telehealth (in development)

Dreavita-Led White Papers & Resources (2022–2025):
Authored several digital mental health resources, including:

  • Building a Sustainable Private Practice

  • Creating Value in Health Systems Through Clinician Wellness

  • Comparative Analysis of Digital Mental Health Platforms (Alma, Headway, Grow, Tava)

Research Collaborations

Systemic Innovation Pilots:
Andrea is leading consulting work and internal research on:

  • Ethical implementation of AI in clinical workflows

  • Strategic trauma-informed design in nonprofit health systems

  • Continuity of care models bridging therapy, coaching, and health tech

Strategic Initiatives & Ventures

Dreavita (2023–Present)
Founded a multi-state, tech-integrated nonprofit delivering trauma-informed, ethically-employed care through a hybrid model. Dreavita bridges clinical care, digital innovation, and system equity.

Foundrea (2025–Present, in development)
Co-founded Dreavita’s for-profit tech arm, developing AI-driven infrastructure to support continuity of care, provider sustainability, and ethical clinical tooling.

Allgood Health (2024 Pilot)
Launched a startup prototype exploring continuity of care via coaching-integrated models and values-aligned care matching technology. Ultimately was absorbed into Dreavita.

Inclusive Impact Therapy (2023–2022)
Built a fully-remote, culturally responsive practice serving LGBTQ+, BIPOC, and neurodivergent clients across multiple states. Served as a testing ground for Dreavita's earliest frameworks.

Select Recognition & Institutional Partnerships

National & Regional Awards

  • Counseling Services Provider of the Year, Corporate LiveWire Innovation & Excellence Awards (2023)

  • Woman of the Year in Health, LA County Commission for Women (2023)

  • Most Inclusive & Accessible Mental Health Practice, Global Health & Pharma (2023)

  • Orlando Magazine’s Woman of the Year (2022)

  • UCF 30 Under 30 Alumni Award (2020)

  • University of Florida 40 Under 40 Gator Alumni Award (2022)

Entrepreneurship & Academic Awards

  • William M. Cockrum Fellowship, UCLA Anderson School of Management (2024)

  • Wolfen Entrepreneurial Spirit Award, UCLA Price Center (2023)

  • UCLA Faculty Women’s Club Scholarship (2024)

  • University Scholar Award, University of Florida (2016–2017)

Startup & Advisory Leadership

  • Startup Accelerator: UCLA Anderson Summer Startup Accelerator (Founder, Allgood Health)

  • Board Roles:

    • Advisory Board, Clearstep (AI-enabled remote care)

    • Advisory Board, Health Magnet (RPM & health tech)

    • Former

Media, Publishing & Community Impact

  • Best Mental Health Practice, Orlando Magazine’s Best of Orlando (2021)

  • Best-Selling Author of Peter Pan in Everland, #1 in 5 Amazon Kindle categories (2021)

  • Orlando’s Best Local Author Nominee, Orlando Weekly (2020)

  • Best Activist Organization Nominee, Inclusive Impact Initiative (2021)

Selected Affiliations

  • University of Toronto: PhD student in Health Systems Research

  • UCLA Anderson: MBA graduate, specialization in healthcare and impact strategy

  • Professional Licensure: Approved mental health provider and supervisor across 8+ U.S. states

  • Mental Health Platforms: Active clinical presence and platform consultation (Alma, Grow, Headway)

Media, Speaking & Collaboration

Andrea partners with mission-aligned founders, researchers, and organizations to advance ethical innovation in mental health care. She is available for:

  • Research collaboration

  • Consulting with nonprofits, startups, and school systems

  • Speaking engagements on digital mental health, trauma systems, ethical employment, and clinician sustainability

Her approach bridges real-world systems knowledge with visionary strategies for long-term impact.

Selected Speaking & Presentations

Andrea has delivered over 25 invited talks, research presentations, and keynote speeches across clinical, academic, and community settings. Selected highlights include:

Keynote & Invited Talks

  • Hugh O’Brian Youth Leadership Seminar: “What Therapy Can Teach Us About Leadership”

  • UCF 30 Under 30 Award Ceremony”: “The Importance of Generosity in Leadership”

  • University of Florida School of the Arts Board: 40 Under 40 Alumni Address

Research & Professional Conferences

  • American Counseling Association Conference (San Diego, CA)

  • Florida Counseling Association Conference (multiple years)

  • European Branch of the ACA (Athens, Greece) – International Presentation on Dance Therapy

Expert & Community Education

  • National Alliance for Eating Disorders: “VR for Body Dysmorphia & EDs”

  • Florida Abilities Workshop: “Dance Therapy for Students & Patients”

  • Winter Park Library: Children’s Book Reading: Peter Pan in Everland

“Her ability to translate clinical expertise into a scalable, tech-enabled solution saved us months of trial and error,
and probably hundreds of thousands in lost revenue.”
— Founder, Health Tech Startup

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Values in Practice

These values guide Andrea’s work across clinical care, systems design, and organizational leadership.

  • I ground my work in honesty, transparency, and ethical accountability, ensuring that every decision reflects both my personal values and my professional responsibilities to patients, colleagues, and systems of care.

  • I design creative, forward-thinking solutions to complex problems in mental health care. My work bridges research and application to reimagine what’s possible for both providers and the communities we serve.

  • Equity is at the core of everything I build. I advocate for care systems that meet people where they are economically, culturally, and geographically, and ensure no one is left out of progress.

  • Whether supporting clinicians, patients, or partner organizations, I strive to create conditions where others can thrive. I believe sustainable systems must uplift the people within them.

  • I partner across disciplines, sectors, and borders to create meaningful change. I believe that lasting impact requires collective effort, and that shared vision drives scalable results.

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