KaShawna Watson
Support for anxiety, relationships, and trauma healing
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About
KaShawna Watson is a licensed therapist serving clients from the District of Columbia, with 15 years of professional experience supporting people through stress, anxiety, relationship concerns, family conflict, and experiences of trauma and abuse. She brings a steady, compassionate presence to the therapy process and helps clients explore what is getting in the way of feeling more grounded and connected in their daily lives.
Her work emphasizes creating an open, supportive space where thoughts and emotions can be shared without fear of judgment. KaShawna Watson recognizes that reaching out for help can take real courage, especially when life feels overwhelming or painful. She focuses on helping clients take meaningful steps toward change, offering encouragement and practical support as they move toward a more fulfilling and happier life.
KaShawna Watson holds the credentials MD, LCSW-C, and LICSW. As an LCSW-C and LICSW, she is a licensed clinical social worker, trained to provide therapy and clinical support for a range of emotional and relational challenges.
Her work emphasizes creating an open, supportive space where thoughts and emotions can be shared without fear of judgment. KaShawna Watson recognizes that reaching out for help can take real courage, especially when life feels overwhelming or painful. She focuses on helping clients take meaningful steps toward change, offering encouragement and practical support as they move toward a more fulfilling and happier life.
KaShawna Watson holds the credentials MD, LCSW-C, and LICSW. As an LCSW-C and LICSW, she is a licensed clinical social worker, trained to provide therapy and clinical support for a range of emotional and relational challenges.
- Location:
- District of Columbia, United States
- Years Experience:
- 15
- Gender:
- Female
- Languages Spoken:
- English
- Therapist of Color:
- Yes
- Communication Options:
- Phone • Video • Live Chat • Messaging
Specialties
Primary area of focus:Stress, Anxiety, Relationship issues, Family conflicts, Trauma and abuse, Depression
Other areas of experience: LGBT, Grief, Parenting issues, Anger management, Self esteem, Coping with life changes, Compassion fatigue, Domestic violence
Therapeutic approach:Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Solution-Focused Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy
Credentials & Verification
- Credentials: MD LCSW-C 24517, DC LICSW LC50079914
- NPI Number: 1801252085
- License: LICSW (District of Columbia), LCSW-C (Maryland), LCSW (Virginia)
Evidence-Based Approaches, Made Accessible Online
KaShawna Watson integrates structured, goal-oriented methods to help clients work through stress, anxiety, relationship strain, family conflict, and the impact of trauma and abuse.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on noticing unhelpful thought patterns and everyday behaviors that can keep distress going. It supports clients in practicing more balanced ways of thinking and responding, especially when anxiety, stress, or low mood feel hard to manage.
Solution-Focused Therapy emphasizes strengths, resources, and small, workable next steps. Rather than staying only in what is wrong, it helps clients clarify goals and build momentum toward change in areas like relationships, family challenges, and coping with life transitions.
Trauma-Focused Therapy helps clients make sense of how past experiences may still influence current emotions, reactions, and relationships. The work is paced carefully and tailored to what feels manageable, with attention to safety and stability in the present.
Finding the right approach is part of the process. KaShawna Watson collaborates with clients to choose strategies that match their needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting along the way as therapy unfolds.
Online therapy can make support easier to fit into real life. Sessions may take place through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, offering flexible options for different schedules and comfort levels.
How much experience does KaShawna Watson have?
KaShawna Watson has 15 years of professional experience providing therapy and supporting clients through a range of life challenges.
Is KaShawna Watson a licensed therapist?
Yes. KaShawna Watson holds the credentials MD, LCSW-C, and LICSW. License information provided includes MD LCSW-C 24517 and DC LICSW LC50079914.
In which languages does KaShawna Watson provide therapy?
KaShawna Watson provides therapy in English.
Where is KaShawna Watson located?
KaShawna Watson is located in the District of Columbia.
How can I work with KaShawna Watson as my therapist?
You can work with KaShawna Watson through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, depending on what fits your needs and scheduling.
Does KaShawna Watson work with international clients?
No. KaShawna Watson does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with KaShawna Watson cost?
The cost of therapy can vary based on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire to help match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.