What patients are saying
Overall rating
4.79
Average wait time
4.90
Bedside manner
4.78
“I was very pleased with my session with Dr. Ray.. I highly recommend her. I will be back for further treatment. She was thorough, patient and informative. I give Dr. Ray 10 stars ??????”
Daniel A.April 25, 2025Video visit
“I love that she allows me to lead the conversation. I only have to talk about that I’m ready and comfortable to discuss. I never feel pressured to meet an expectation.”
More than 1 year ago
About KaShanda Ray
Focus areas
Anxiety
Depression
Stress Management
Clientele seen
Young adults (18-24)
Individuals
Adults (25-64)
Seniors (65+)
Treatment approaches
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
Strength-Based
Identity
Gender
FemaleEthnicity
Black or African American
Languages spoken
English
Getting to know KaShanda Ray
Dr. KaShanda Ray is a Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of Georgia with two decades of experience working with teens and adults experiencing depression, anxiety, adjustment issues, and managing stress. Dr. Ray has worked in both community agencies and higher education, providing counseling and advising to college students on both 2-year and 4-year campuses. She completed a Bachelor of Science in Psychology at the University of Mobile, earned a Master of Science in Mental Health Counseling from the University of South Alabama, and holds an EdD in Organizational Leadership from Gardner-Webb University.
Dr. Ray uses strength-based, cognitive behavioral, and solution-focused approaches to therapy, working to meet the unique needs of each individual. She combines talk therapy with therapeutic assignments to support each person’s growth.
Relationships are important to Dr. Ray and the therapeutic process. As a result, she strives to create an environment that is comfortable and caring. Her goal is to support you and help you work toward your goals.
Specialties:
Depression
Anxiety
Stress Management
What should a new client know about working with you?
The first session is always an opportunity to get to know each other. I want to know what issues/concerns you feel are impacting your daily living. We will create a plan to address those concerns and I will answer any questions you have about the process.
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More information on payments and coverage
Payment is due after each session and will be charged with your card on file for any portion of patient responsibility. Receipts will be provided at the time of the charge. This typically takes place 2-4 weeks after the session, once your insurance has had a chance to process the claim. We try our best to verify eligibility, but it is ultimately your responsibility to check coverage and out-of-pocket costs for services. For out-of-network visits, you will be billed at the provider’s self-pay rate, and we can provide an invoice for you to submit to your insurance for potential out-of-network reimbursement based on your plan’s benefits.
Education and background
Practice names
Education and training
- University of South Alabama, Master's in Mental Health Counseling
- University of Mobile (Bachelor's)
- Gardner-Webb University, EdD in Organizational Leadership
NPI number
1578704326
Patient reviews
All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.
Overall rating
4.79
Wait time
4.90
Bedside manner
4.78
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Very comfortable to work with and speak to. She was very kind and a great listener and offered lots of helpful insight.
More than 1 year agoInitials hiddenVideo visit
Very personable. Easy to talk to. Relatable. This was my first session ever and she helped me feel at ease.
More than 1 year agoKyra W.Verified patientVideo visit
Dr. Ray is kind, generous with her attention, and all around wonderful.
Grateful for a great first session!
October 7, 2022Kristyna T.Verified patientVideo visit
Dr. Ray is a great lister and gave me great insight on how to get back control over my life.
December 16, 2021Sonja J.Verified patientVideo visit
Great listener and great advice. It’s like she already knew me without explanation.
August 4, 2022Ronnetta W.Verified patientVideo visit
Great listener. Clear communication. Down to earth. Genuine.
November 9, 2023Jeremiah L.Verified patientVideo visit
Very helpful and great listener! I already rescheduled.
January 25, 2024Rhonda G.Verified patientVideo visit
She was nice but I didn’t feel a great connection with her.
More than 1 year agoInitials hiddenVideo visit
I was very pleased with my session with Dr. Ray.. I highly recommend her. I will be back for further treatment. She was thorough, patient and informative. I give Dr. Ray 10 stars ??????
April 25, 2025Daniel A.Verified patientVideo visit
I love that she allows me to lead the conversation. I only have to talk about that I’m ready and comfortable to discuss. I never feel pressured to meet an expectation.
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I told her about my mentally ill brother stealing things. She laughed and called it "crackhead behavior." I looked her up and saw that she's had disciplinary action for forging a patient's signature and billing outside of hours. I've since found another therapist, but all I'll say is be careful. There are a lot of technically qualified therapists who are bad at their job. They harm more than help.
February 11, 2024Initials hiddenVideo visit
I understood the basis of her suggestions and attempts to help, but I felt worse coming out than I did going in. I came in with a purpose of tackiling a specifc issue and we completely diverged from the topic. Made large assumptions early in the meeting.
More than 1 year agoInitials hiddenVideo visit
Dr. Ray listened to me. She paid attention to me. She allowed me to talk and made realistic suggestions for me to strive towards.
November 17, 2023Gretchen G.Verified patientVideo visit
I had such a great experience with my first appointment. I felt very comfortable almost immediately and asked me tons of questions to get me talking which is exactly what I needed to start this journey.
September 3, 2023Initials hiddenVideo visit
Dr. Ray was very engaging and personable. This experience felt more like a conversation with friend and oppose to a doctor's visit. I had no expectations prior to visit and just hope that I could get started with someone. I was pleasantly surprised and grateful.
July 14, 2023Chawana J.Verified patientVideo visit
She was great! She listened and asked questions that were very helpful and thought provoking. Very easy to talk to and I will definitely be back.
More than 1 year agoInitials hiddenVideo visit
Dr. Ray was incredible, to say the least. I was very nervous going into my first visit with her, as I have never done therapy up until this point. She is a fantastic listener and helped put things into perspective for me. She also carried along the dialogue really easily fo it felt like a natural conversation instead of feeling awkward and harsh. I loved this experience.
May 12, 2023Shelby B.Verified patientVideo visit
I can't say enough great things about KaShanda Ray. Her assessment of my needs has helped so much over the past few months. Kashanda is a great listener and our conversations are fluid, making therapy feel like speaking with a close friend. I appreciate that her experience in this field directly relates to situations I deal with on a regular basis. I'm glad I found her!
November 17, 2022Cortney P.Verified patientVideo visit
Dr.Ray had a great presence about herself with lots of personality. She listened and asked good follow up questions. She made my experience less intimidating and very welcoming.
November 5, 2022Shnae J.Verified patientVideo visit
Unfortunately, the therapist did not listen well. She arrived late to our virtual appointment and then cut it 15 minutes short to deal with a personal issue. She cast a lot of judgement about current medications I'm taking and spoke significantly more than she listened.
April 10, 2022Initials hiddenVideo visit
After my first visit I felt an instant shift in my mindset. We were able to tackle some of my concerns and anxieties. The conversation felt natural and non judge mental, my therapist was able to relate to a lot of my every day stresses. I’m excited to continue therapy. Thank you Dr Ray!
February 21, 2022Alicia J.Verified patientVideo visit
great experience
January 16, 2022Jaquaye S.Verified patientVideo visit
Kashanda is very personable and took the time to listen to everything I had to say, whether it was important or mundane. She was straight forward with her recommendations, and I am looking forward to more sessions with her!
More than 1 year agoHanna B.Verified patientVideo visit
She was very helpful by asking me questions and then just letting me talk. After I finished, she gave me some feedback regarding what I said, keeping it short and sweet since it was only our first meeting.
January 1, 2022Amanda M.Verified patientVideo visit
Amazing
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What practice does KaShanda Ray work with?
KaShanda Ray works with Grow Therapy.
What are common reasons for patients to see KaShanda Ray?
KaShanda Ray frequently sees patients for Depression, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, Sleep Problems, and Therapy. You can see other visit reasons for KaShanda Ray on their profile.
What languages does KaShanda Ray speak?
KaShanda Ray speaks English.
How do patients rate KaShanda Ray in reviews?
152 patients have reviewed KaShanda Ray. The overall rating for this doctor is 4.79/5. They have a 4.78/5 rating for bedside manner and a 4.9/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.