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AKEESHA WASHINGTON

Akeesha Washington

Therapist
LPC

Welcome to SLAY Therapy, where today’s the day to SLAY: Start Loving All of You! I’m Akeesha M. Washington, a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), Certified Advanced Alcohol & Drug Counselor (CAADC), and National Certified Counselor (NCC)—and your dedicated SLAY Therapist and Certified Slayer of Mental Health Stigmas. With over 14+ years of experience, I’ve made it my mission to offer inclusive, compassionate, and yes, a little bit fabulous therapy! I’ve worked in a wide range of settings, from schools to community mental health centers, and now I bring that diverse expertise into my private practice. Whether you’re an individual, couple, or family, I provide therapy that’s culturally competent, trauma-informed, and tailored to your unique journey, using approaches like CBT, EMDR, DBT, and Racial Trauma Therapy. A proud Philadelphia native, I hold two graduate degrees from the University of Pennsylvania, an Executive MBA from Temple University’s Fox School of Business, and a bachelor's degree from Kutztown University. My practice is primarily focused on supporting BIPOC communities in navigating mental health, dismantling stigma, and improving access to quality care. However, I also welcome anyone seeking therapy through a culturally competent, anti-racist, queer-affirming, and inclusive lens. My approach is rooted in understanding the cultural, social, and racial dynamics that impact mental health. At SLAY Therapy, my goal is simple: to create a space where you feel empowered to embrace your whole self—no filters needed. Today’s the day to SLAY: Start Loving All of You—let’s slay together!

About Akeesha Washington

Top Specialties

Mood Disorders
Depression
Anxiety
Bipolar Disorder
Career Counseling
Coping Skills
Couples Counseling
Family Conflict
Life Transitions
Racism
Self Esteem
Trauma and PTSD
Women's Issues

Treatment Methods

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Racial trauma treatment
Attachment-based
Couples Counseling
Culturally Sensitive Therapy

Ages Treated

18-64

Identifies As

Black / African American

Languages Spoken

English

Practice/Network Information

Grow Therapy

License Information

LPC

Insurance and Fees

Insurance or Payments Accepted

Remember to always check with your carrier to confirm coverage.

All Savers
Amerihealth Administrators
AvMed
Cigna
EAP:Cigna
EAP:UnitedHealthcare/Optum
Evernorth
Golden Rule
Harvard Pilgrim/United
Independence Administrators
Independence Blue Cross
Optum
OptumHealth Complex Medical Conditions
Oscar
Surest (formerly Bind)
Tufts Health/Cigna
United Medical Resources
UnitedHealthcare Life Insurance
UnitedHealthcare Shared Services
UnitedHealthcare Student Resources

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AKEESHA takes multiple insurance plans including All Savers , Amerihealth Administrators and more.