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Ayana Lewis

Ayana Lewis, LCSW, CSW

Therapist in Georgia

Goal-focused care with mindfulness and practical tools

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  • Client-centered approach
  • Practical coping skills
  • Goal focused steps

About Ayana

Ayana Lewis is a licensed clinical social worker who focuses on helping people move past anxiety, depression, and feelings of being stuck. She blends short-term tools with reflective practices to help clients set realistic goals and try different ways of coping. Ayana brings three years of clinical experience and frames work around the individual needs of each person.

Her approach centers on client-centered work, so conversations begin with the client's priorities. She uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to identify unhelpful thinking and to develop practical strategies for change. Mindfulness practices are woven in to help with grounding and noticing the present moment.

She also draws on solution-focused methods to build small, manageable steps toward goals. Motivational Interviewing supports people who want to resolve mixed feelings or find more direction. Together these methods are used to address stress, relationship concerns, jealousy, body image, and parenting strain among other issues.

Ayana emphasizes simple, doable skills rather than long lists of homework. Sessions tend to be about what is working now and what to try next. She encourages people to notice progress and adjust plans as needed.

She practices in Georgia and holds the credentials LCSW and CSW. Sessions are conducted in English and she does not work with international clients. To begin, users follow the continue button on this profile, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule based on the therapist's availability.

Therapeutic approaches for online work and everyday life

Client-centered therapy focuses on listening and following the person's priorities in session. The therapist uses questions and reflection to help people name what matters and decide what to change. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) involves spotting unhelpful thought patterns and testing new behaviors to see what works, which is useful for anxiety, depression, and relationship worries.

Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will talk with the client about goals and preferences, try strategies together, and adjust methods as needed. That partnership helps shape whether more mindfulness, CBT, or solution-focused tools are emphasized.

Session formats are not specified in the biography, so confirm current options before booking. Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy week, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when needed. It can also let people practice techniques in the settings where they live and work so gains transfer to everyday life.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesAnger managementSelf esteemDepression

Also works with

LGBTFamily conflictsGriefIntimacy-related issuesParenting issuesCoping with life changesCompassion fatigue

Additional focus areas

Body imageCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesForgivenessHIV / AIDSJealousyLife purposeMood disordersSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-loveWomen's issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Mindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingSolution-Focused Therapy

Experience

3+ years

Credentials

Georgia, Texas

Languages

English

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does Ayana commonly address?

Areas she works with include stress, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, anger, self-esteem, grief, intimacy-related issues, parenting, and jealousy among other life concerns.

What is her therapeutic style like?

She uses a client-centered style with CBT, mindfulness, solution-focused techniques, and motivational interviewing to build practical skills and clarify goals.

How much experience does she have?

She has three years of clinical experience working with adults on a range of emotional and relational concerns.

Where is she licensed and located?

She holds LCSW credentials and practices in Georgia; she also holds a CSW credential as listed.

Which languages are supported for sessions?

Sessions are offered in English.

Does she work with international clients?

She does not accept international clients at this time.

How much do sessions cost?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

How do I get started booking a session?

Use the continue button on this profile, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule according to the therapist's availability.

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