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Korlu McCainster

Therapist
5 years of experience
  • Virtual
  • Anxiety, Family issues, Relationship issues, Women's issues, Trauma
  • Individual therapy, Couples therapy

Great to meet you!

Hi! I'm Korlu McCainster, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW, with over 4 years of experience in mental health and substance addiction. I work with individuals to address areas of needs from a trauma informed approach. As your therapist, I want you to know that I offer a warm, non-judgmental space where you can be fully yourself. I move at your pace and honor your boundaries, believing strongly in your capacity for healing and growth. My practice is inclusive, affirming, and rooted in compassion. My goal is to help you feel understood, supported, and empowered as you navigate your life and discover the strengths within you.

My approach to therapy

I offer a safe, compassionate space where you can express yourself openly without fear of judgment. Therapy with me is a partnership—we work together to explore what you need and set goals that feel right for you. I don’t believe in a one-size-fits-all approach. I tailor our work to your pace, personality, background, and goals. I integrate evidence-based approaches like CBT, mindfulness, and trauma-informed practices, always focusing on what feels most supportive for you. My goal is to help you understand yourself deeply, strengthen your emotional resilience, and create meaningful changes. Ultimately, I want you to feel more grounded, confident, and aligned with the life you want to live.

What you can expect from me

In our first session, we’ll review your intake information, discuss your goals, and talk about what you’d like from therapy. I’ll explain my approach, answer any questions, and outline what our work together might look like. By the end of the session, you’ll have a sense of my style and we’ll decide together on the next steps.

About me

  • I identify as
    Black or African descent, Woman
  • My style is
    Challenging, Open Minded, Empowering

Qualification and insurance

  • Years of experience
    5 years of experience
  • Training
    MSSW (Master of Science in Social Work) at University of Tennessee At Knoxville
  • License type
    LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker) (Tennessee)
  • Licensed in
  • Insurance accepted
    Aetna, BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, Carelon Behavioral Health, Cigna, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network

Cost

Care details

  • Top specialties
    Anxiety, Family issues, Relationship issues, Women's issues, Trauma
  • More specialties
    ADD/ADHD, Depression, Stress management, Anger management, Panic disorders, Grief or loss, PTSD
  • Therapy methods
    Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Interpersonal Psychotherapy (IPT), Strength-Based, Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Narrative Therapy, Gestalt, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT), Solution Focused Couples Therapy
  • Care types
    Individual therapy, Couples therapy
  • Ages served
    Seniors, Adolescents, Adults
  • Languages
    English