Kaleesa Turnage, LCSW, NC | Psychotherapist

What patients are saying

Overall rating

5.00

About Kaleesa Turnage

Focus areas

Anxiety

Mental Health Problem

Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)

Depression

Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)

Social Anxiety

Insomnia

Panic Attack

Clientele seen

Young adults (18-24)

Individuals

Adults (25-64)

Seniors (65+)

Treatment approaches

Clinical Supervision and Licensed Supervisors

Culturally Sensitive

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Emotionally Focused

Compassion Focused

Interpersonal

Identity

Gender

Female

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Kaleesa Turnage

Kaleesa Turnage is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who supports adolescents and adults working through anxiety, trauma, depression, and emotional regulation challenges. Her therapeutic approach is grounded in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and trauma-informed care. With experience across psychiatric hospitals, outpatient programs, hospice, and day treatment centers, Kaleesa helps clients build insight, stability, and confidence as they work toward their goals. Kaleesa's style is supportive, strengths-based, and encouraging. She believes that with guidance, commitment, and the right tools, everyone has the ability to grow and heal. Clients appreciate her down-to-earth presence and the practical strategies she offers for managing stress and emotions. Outside of therapy, Kaleesa enjoys reading, spending time at the beach, and exploring new hobbies that spark curiosity and joy. Brightside Health is a fully online mental health practice providing life-changing care for anxiety, depression, and related conditions through personalized Psychiatry and Therapy services available to all 50 states. Named the "best online psychiatry service" for 4 years in a row by such publications as Forbes, Healthline, Yahoo, VeryWellMind and Everyday Health among others. After you request your appointment, you will be sent an invite link for Brightside Health. You will need to enter your insurance and payment information to confirm your appointment.During your initial consultation we will craft a treatment plan personalized to your needs, and schedule follow-up appointments as needed. You will also be able message me directly at anytime via the messaging section of your Brightside Health portal - a tool where will also track your progress, access resources, and see your treatment plan details.

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Popular visit reasons

Agoraphobia

Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT)

New Patient Visit

Pain Management Consultation

Psychosexual Evaluation

Psychotherapy

Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit

Sleep Problems

Agoraphobia

Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT)

New Patient Visit

Pain Management Consultation

Education and background

Practice names

Brightside Health

Education and training

Delaware State University, Master's in Social Work

NPI number

1073244000

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Overall rating

5.00

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Frequently asked questions

How soon can I make an appointment with Kaleesa Turnage?

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Is Kaleesa Turnage accepting new patients?

Kaleesa Turnage generally accepts new patients on Zocdoc. You can see Kaleesa Turnage's earliest availability on Zocdoc and schedule an appointment online.

Does Kaleesa Turnage accept my insurance?

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Can I make an appointment with Kaleesa Turnage online?

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What practice does Kaleesa Turnage work with?

Kaleesa Turnage works with Brightside Health.

What are common reasons for patients to see Kaleesa Turnage?

Kaleesa Turnage frequently sees patients for New Patient Visit, Pain Management Consultation, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Sleep Problems. You can see other visit reasons for Kaleesa Turnage on their profile.