Kaleesa Turnage, LCSW
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through Brightside Health
At a glance
Kaleesa is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, Brightside Health.
- Great news, Kaleesa is accepting new clients!
- She is normally fully-booked.
- Speaks English
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in North Carolina
More about Kaleesa
- Less than 1 year's experience
- Female
- LCSW
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.
Specialties
Insurance Accepted
- Aetna
- Allegiance
- Ambetter
- AmeriHealth
- Carolina Complete Health
- Cigna
- Healthy Blue (BCBC North Carolina)
- Independence Blue Cross
- Medicaid
- Medicare
- Meritain
- Optum
- UnitedHealthcare
- Wellcare
Treatment Approaches
- Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
- Clinical Supervision and Licensed Supervisors
- Compassion Focused
- Culturally Sensitive
- Emotionally Focused
- Interpersonal
- Intervention
- Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
- Motivational Interviewing
- Person-Centered
- Strength-Based
- Trauma Focused
About online healthcare
- Affordable.
- Get high-quality care for a low flat fee without the high cost.
- Convenient.
- Get the care you need, when and where it works for you.
- Available now.
- No waiting lists. No phone calls. Just complete a short online assessment and get treatment in as little as 48 hours.
Brightside makes it easy to get professional help through secure video sessions, messaging, and personalized care plans. It’s ideal for people who want effective treatment without the hassle of commuting or scheduling delays. Starting at $95 per month, Brightside is typically far more affordable than traditional in-person care. Clinical studies show that Brightside’s evidence-based approach delivers real results: Most members see significant improvement within 12 weeks, many achieving full remission.
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Frequently asked questions
Does Kaleesa Turnage offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Kaleesa Turnage works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.
What language(s) does Kaleesa Turnage speak?
Kaleesa Turnage speaks English.
How many years of experience does Kaleesa Turnage have?
Kaleesa Turnage has less than 1 year of experience.
Where is Kaleesa Turnage licensed to practice?
Kaleesa Turnage is licensed to practice in North Carolina.
Does Kaleesa Turnage accept clients outside of the United States?
No, Kaleesa Turnage does not accept clients outside of the United States.
Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?
Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of [a major teletherapy service] experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."
What treatment approaches does Kaleesa Turnage offer?
Kaleesa Turnage offers clients Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), Psychodynamic Therapy, Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Client-Centered Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Trauma-Focused Therapy.
How can I communicate with Kaleesa Turnage?
Kaleesa Turnage can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.
How do I get started with Kaleesa Turnage?
Just tap the CHAT NOW button or tap here: A new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.
Mental health conditions are real, common, and treatable.
And recovery is possible.
When you tap CHAT NOW a new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.