Ausha Whitehead, LICSW, LCSW

Ausha Whitehead is a licensed social worker with 13 years of professional experience supporting people across the lifespan. She holds LICSW and LCSW credentials - LICSW stands for Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker and LCSW stands for Licensed Clinical Social Worker - and maintains licensure in the District of Columbia and North Carolina. Ausha has worked with individuals facing grief and loss, depression, anxiety, trauma and abuse, and she helps clients strengthen motivation, self-esteem, and confidence.

She approaches each person with respect and a recognition of the courage it takes to seek a more fulfilling life. Ausha prioritizes compassion while collaborating with each client to develop a treatment plan tailored to their unique circumstances and goals. Her practice emphasizes practical coping skills and emotional support aimed at helping people navigate life changes and recover a greater sense of well-being.

Whether someone is dealing with a specific loss, ongoing anxiety, or challenges related to self-worth, Ausha offers structured, person-centered care that seeks to meet the individual where they are and help them move toward meaningful change.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care

Ausha draws from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Client-Centered Therapy to guide online sessions. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) focuses on clarifying personal values and learning to live alongside difficult thoughts and feelings, which can help with anxiety, depression, and life transitions. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) identifies and reshapes patterns of thinking and behavior that contribute to stress or low mood, offering practical strategies for managing symptoms and building coping skills. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes empathy and collaboration, giving clients space to explore their goals while the therapist offers support and understanding.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. Ausha collaborates with each person to determine which methods fit best based on their needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting the plan as progress unfolds.

Online therapy offers flexibility through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. These options make it possible to schedule sessions around daily responsibilities, access care from home, and maintain regular contact between meetings when helpful, supporting steady progress in a convenient format.