Statesville
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Ashanti Gaydon
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW-A
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Ashanti Gaydon

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW-A

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Statesville, NC 28677
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You’ve been holding it together for everyone else—but inside, you may feel overwhelmed, exhausted, or stuck. You don’t have to carry it all alone. I offer a warm, supportive, and judgment-free space where you can feel heard, build healthy coping tools, and move toward healing, balance, and growth at your own pace.
Therapy can feel supportive, relatable, and real. I offer a warm, welcoming space where you can be yourself, build practical tools, gain clarity, and grow at your own pace, with compassion, collaboration, and a little humor along the way.
Taking the first step can feel hard, but you don’t have to navigate it alone. I offer a warm, supportive, judgment-free space where you can show up as yourself, feel heard, and move forward at your own pace. When you’re ready, I’m here.
Ashanti Gaydon now for a free 15 minute consultation

My Practice at a Glance

Available online only

Statesville, NC 28677

Mooresville, NC 28115

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Online therapy with flexible evenings and limited weekends, real support, and a warm, judgment-free space to simply be yourself.
I specialize in Trauma and PTSD, Anxiety and Systemic Trauma 
$160 Per Session, I accept insurance 
I see individuals, couples and families  
Connect with Ashanti Gaydon
Photo of Ashanti Gaydon, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW-A

My Practice at a Glance

Available online only

Statesville, NC 28677

Mooresville, NC 28115

My website
Online therapy with flexible evenings and limited weekends, real support, and a warm, judgment-free space to simply be yourself.
I specialize in Trauma and PTSD, Anxiety and Systemic Trauma 
$160 Per Session, I accept insurance 
I see individuals, couples and families  

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $160
  • Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible

Payment Methods

American Express, Check, Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Visa

Insurance

  • Aetna
  • BlueCross and BlueShield
  • Cigna and Evernorth
  • Private Pay
  • Suberbills
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I'm in-network with Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield, and Cigna, and I also accept private pay. If I'm out-of-network with your plan, I can provide superbills for possible reimbursement. My goal is to make care accessible and manageable.
Photo of Ashanti Gaydon, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW-A
Ashanti Gaydon
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW-A
for a free 15 minute consultation now.
"
I'm in-network with Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield, and Cigna, and I also accept private pay. If I'm out-of-network with your plan, I can provide superbills for possible reimbursement. My goal is to make care accessible and manageable.
Photo of Ashanti Gaydon, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW-A
Ashanti Gaydon
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW-A
for a free 15 minute consultation now.

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Prelicense by State of North Carolina / P020986 Supervised by Melissa Graf (North Carolina / C011924) Ashanti Gaydon

    • Education and Years In Practice

  • In Practice for 2 years
  • Attended Fayetteville State University , Master of Social Work, Graduated 2024

    • Additional Credentials

  • Membership with Phi Alpha 2022
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NC-licensed therapist supporting kids, teens & adults. Trauma-informed care that helps you heal, grow, and feel grounded—start today.
Photo of Ashanti Gaydon, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW-A
Ashanti Gaydon
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW-A
for a free 15 minute consultation now.
"
NC-licensed therapist supporting kids, teens & adults. Trauma-informed care that helps you heal, grow, and feel grounded—start today.
Photo of Ashanti Gaydon, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW-A
Ashanti Gaydon
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW-A
for a free 15 minute consultation now.

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Trauma and PTSD
  • Anxiety
  • Systemic Trauma

Expertise

  • ADHD
  • Anger Management
  • Behavioral Issues
  • Career Counseling
  • Codependency
  • Coping Skills
  • Depression
  • Emotional Disturbance
  • Family Conflict
  • Grief
  • LGBTQ+
  • Life Coaching
  • Life Transitions
  • Peer Relationships
  • Political Trauma
  • Racial Identity
  • Relationship Issues
  • School Issues
  • Self Esteem
  • Stress
  • Substance Use
  • Women's Issues
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I use CBT, DBT, and mindfulness tailored to you. Warm, collaborative, judgment-free care. Whether you're navigating anxiety, recovery, or life stress, you don't have to do it alone. I'm here for you!
Photo of Ashanti Gaydon, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW-A
Ashanti Gaydon
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW-A
for a free 15 minute consultation now.
"
I use CBT, DBT, and mindfulness tailored to you. Warm, collaborative, judgment-free care. Whether you're navigating anxiety, recovery, or life stress, you don't have to do it alone. I'm here for you!
Photo of Ashanti Gaydon, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW-A
Ashanti Gaydon
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW-A
for a free 15 minute consultation now.

2 Endorsements

Brooke Reiner
Brooke Reiner
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSWA
Ashanti is an outstanding therapist that provides a safe and affirming space for all people. Ashanti utilizes a person-centered approach that allows clients to feel seen and heard. Ashanti has guided many different individuals through life's challenges.
Melissa Graf
Melissa Graf
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

Client Focus

Age

Children (6 to 10) , 
Preteen , 
Teen , 
Adults

Participants

Individuals , 
Couples , 
Family

Communities

Bisexual Allied , 
Gay Allied , 
Immuno-disorders , 
Intersex Allied , 
Lesbian Allied , 
Little Person Allied , 
Non-Binary Allied , 
Queer Allied , 
Racial Justice Allied , 
Sex Worker Allied , 
Single Parent , 
Transgender Allied

Ethnicity

Black and African American

Age

Children (6 to 10) , 
Preteen , 
Teen , 
Adults

Participants

Individuals , 
Couples , 
Family

Communities

Bisexual Allied , 
Gay Allied , 
Immuno-disorders , 
Intersex Allied , 
Lesbian Allied , 
Little Person Allied , 
Non-Binary Allied , 
Queer Allied , 
Racial Justice Allied , 
Sex Worker Allied , 
Single Parent , 
Transgender Allied

Ethnicity

Black and African American

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Cognitive Processing (CPT)
  • Compassion Focused
  • Culturally Sensitive
  • Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
  • Emotionally Focused
  • Family Systems
  • Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Multicultural
  • Narrative
  • Person-Centered
  • Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
  • Strength-Based
  • Trauma Focused
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I focus on what's already strong in you, even if it doesn't feel like it right now. In our first session, we'll talk through what's going on, what you want to change, and what's been weighing on you. Together, we'll build simple, real-life strategies that help you feel steadier, more confident, and more in control. When you're ready, I'm here—let's get you scheduled.
Photo of Ashanti Gaydon, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW-A
Ashanti Gaydon
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW-A
for a free 15 minute consultation now.
"
I focus on what's already strong in you, even if it doesn't feel like it right now. In our first session, we'll talk through what's going on, what you want to change, and what's been weighing on you. Together, we'll build simple, real-life strategies that help you feel steadier, more confident, and more in control. When you're ready, I'm here—let's get you scheduled.
Photo of Ashanti Gaydon, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW-A
Ashanti Gaydon
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW-A
for a free 15 minute consultation now.

Location

Primary Location

Statesville, NC 28677

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Additional Location

Mooresville, NC 28115

Nearby Areas

Cities

Counties

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Online therapy with flexible evenings and limited weekends, real support, and a warm, judgment-free space to simply be yourself.
Photo of Ashanti Gaydon, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW-A
Ashanti Gaydon
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW-A
"
Online therapy with flexible evenings and limited weekends, real support, and a warm, judgment-free space to simply be yourself.
Photo of Ashanti Gaydon, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW-A
Ashanti Gaydon
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW-A