Kashana Gaines, LCSW, ME | Psychotherapist

About Kashana Gaines

Focus areas

Adolescent / Teen Issues

Emotion Regulation Therapy (ERT)

Self Esteem Issues

Bereavement / Grief Counseling

Psychological Trauma

Suicidal Tendencies

Depression

Relationship Struggles

Clientele seen

Young adults (18-24)

Teenagers (13-17)

Adults (25-64)

Individuals

Seniors (65+)

Families

Treatment approaches

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Motivational Interviewing

Cognitive Processing (CPT)

Clinical Supervision and Licensed Supervisors

Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)

Culturally Sensitive

Identity

Gender

Female

Ethnicity

Black or African American

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Kashana Gaines

Kashana Gaines, LCSW, is a licensed clinical social worker with 5&10 years of experience supporting adolescents and adults through anxiety, depression, trauma, grief and loss, relationship challenges, self-esteem concerns, and suicidal ideation. She integrates evidence-based approaches such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT), Solution-Focused Brief Therapy, and behavioral activation to help clients better understand their thoughts and behaviors while building practical tools for emotional regulation and meaningful change. Kashana has worked across diverse settings including schools, nursing facilities, military bases, and outpatient care supporting individuals and families from many different backgrounds. Kashana's therapeutic style is supportive, empowering, and encouraging. She believes deeply in helping clients recognize their strengths and discover solutions that align with their goals and values. Guided by a genuine passion for helping others thrive, Kashana works collaboratively with clients to challenge unhelpful patterns and explore new possibilities for growth and healing. Outside of her clinical work, she enjoys spending time with her husband and two sons and traveling activities that reflect the importance she places on connection, balance, and joy.

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Popular visit reasons

Anxiety

Bereavement / Grief Counseling

Depression

Insomnia

Mental Health Problem

Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)

Panic Attack

Self Esteem Issues

Anxiety

Bereavement / Grief Counseling

Depression

Insomnia

Education and background

Practice names

Brightside Health

Education and training

Savannah State University, Master's in Social Work

NPI number

1306292701

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What practice does Kashana Gaines work with?

Kashana Gaines works with Brightside Health.

What are common reasons for patients to see Kashana Gaines?

Kashana Gaines frequently sees patients for Anxiety, Bereavement / Grief Counseling, Depression, Mental Health Problem , and Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD). You can see other visit reasons for Kashana Gaines on their profile.