Clinical Director – The Ship Group Behavioral Health & Community Services

Lethea Pittman, LCSW, LCAS, CCS, is a highly experienced mental health and addiction treatment professional with a strong dedication to clinical excellence, program development, and community advocacy. As the Clinical Director at The Ship Group Behavioral Health & Community Services, she brings over a decade of experience in mental health, substance use treatment, crisis intervention, and clinical supervision.

Lethea is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), a Licensed Clinical Addiction Specialist (LCAS), and a Certified Clinical Supervisor (CCS). Her expertise spans individual and group therapy, crisis response, behavioral health leadership, and program management, with a focus on evidence-based, client-centered care.

Throughout her career, she has successfully led Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) teams, intensive substance use programs, and crisis stabilization services, ensuring compliance with state and federal guidelines while maintaining high standards of care. Her experience includes Medicaid compliance, trauma-informed therapy, and integrated treatment approaches that promote long-term recovery and mental wellness.

As a Certified Clinical Supervisor (CCS), Lethea is passionate about training, mentoring, and developing the next generation of mental health and addiction treatment professionals. She works closely with clinicians to uphold ethical standards, best practices, and continuous professional growth within The Ship Group.

Lethea holds a Master of Social Work (MSW) in Children and Families and a Bachelor of Science in Psychology from Fayetteville State University. She is committed to improving access to quality behavioral health services, reducing disparities in mental health care, and empowering individuals to rebuild their lives.

At The Ship Group, Lethea leads with our mission of "Real Lives, Real Solutions," ensuring that every client receives the support, guidance, and comprehensive care needed to achieve long-term success and well-being.