Licensed to practice in 6 states and accepts 82 insurances. Specializes in High Clinical Acuity, Trauma and PTSD, Women's Issues and 1 more.
Dr. Aisha Mitchell Washington
(she/her)
About me
Welcome to Dr. Mitchell’s Safe and Brave Space I began my career in social services in 1995, working with children, youth, and families often labeled as “at-risk”—many of whom were impacted by substance use, poverty, child abuse, and neglect. Over time, my commitment to equity and justice led me to the field of social work, where I continue to center the person-in-environment perspective and actively support antiracist policies, ideas, and actions. This work is grounded in an acknowledgment that we live and practice on the stolen lands of Indigenous peoples, and that much of the wealth and infrastructure of this nation was built through the unpaid labor and enduring suffering of enslaved Africans. I honor these histories and their ongoing impact as part of my commitment to justice, healing, and collective liberation. I am deeply committed to self-awareness and reflective practice, both personally and with those I serve. I walk alongside clients on a healing journey rooted in self-care, resilience, and transformation. I integrate narrative therapy and other evidence-informed approaches through the lens of intersectionality to remain fully person-centered. My practice pays particular attention to the impacts of trauma and race-based stress on one’s inner world. As appropriate, I incorporate Feminist Theory, Queer Theory, and Liberation Psychology to support healing that honors identity, lived experience, and systemic context. I welcome all who value peace, healing, and justice to join me in this space—to try, to grow, and to be.
Get to know me
In our first session together, here's what you can expect
The initial visit is an opportunity for you and me to get to know one another, discuss your concerns, review relevant history, and determine the most appropriate course of treatment moving forward. Please note that attendance and participation are important to maintaining services. Clients are expected to complete all required intake paperwork before their scheduled appointment. Failure to complete intake forms may result in cancellation of the appointment. If you have two (2) no-show appointments, you will be dismissed from my practice and will not be eligible to schedule future appointments with me. A no-show is defined as missing a scheduled appointment without providing at least 24 hours’ notice of cancellation. Arriving more than 10–15 minutes late may also result in cancellation of the appointment and may be considered a no-show. Exceptions may be considered for emergencies or unforeseen circumstances on a case-by-case basis.
The biggest strengths that I bring into our sessions
My greatest strength is my emotional intelligence—the ability to remain self-aware, attuned to others, and responsive in ways that foster trust, connection, and growth. This strength has guided my work across social services, clinical practice, and organizational leadership, allowing me to navigate complex interpersonal dynamics with empathy, clarity, and cultural humility. Emotional intelligence enables me to lead with compassion while maintaining healthy boundaries, adapt to challenging situations without losing focus, and support others in their healing and development. It also informs my commitment to reflective practice, antiracist values, and trauma-informed care—ensuring that my work remains both person-centered and justice-driven
The clients I'm best positioned to serve
BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, and People of Color ) Military Veterans ALAANA (African, Latinx, Arab, Asian, or Native American) LGBTQ+ community People vulnerable to poverty People affected by Trauma
Specialties
Top specialties
Trauma and PTSD
Women's Issues
Other specialties
Racism
Identifies as
Black / African American
Christian
Person of Color (POC)
Woman
Serves ages
Adults (18 to 64)
Elders (65 and above)
Licensed in
Alabama
California
Georgia
New Jersey
Oregon
Washington
Accepts
Aetna
Aetna - ASR Health Benefits
Aetna - Allied Benefits
Aetna - Lucent Health
Aetna - Luminare
Aetna - Medicare
Aetna - Moda
Aetna - WebTPA
Aetna – HealthEZ
All Savers
Amerihealth Administrators
Arlo
AvMed
Blue Cross Blue Shield
Horizon
Regence BlueCross BlueShield of Oregon
Regence BlueShield of Washington
Blue Cross Blue Shield - Medicare
Regence BlueCross BlueShield of Oregon (Medicare Advantage)
Blue Shield
Blue Shield of California - Medi-Cal
Blue Shield of California Promise Health Plan (Medi-Cal)
Blue Shield of California - Medicare
Independence Personal Choice 65 PPO
Independence Keystone 65 HMO
Carelon Behavioral Health (Commercial)
Sutter Health Plan
IHSS Healthy Workers
Cash - $200 per session
Centivo
Central California Alliance for Health (Medi-Cal)
Cigna
Cigna - HealthEZ
EAP:Cigna
EAP:Evernorth
EAP:UnitedHealthcare/Optum
Evernorth
GTEB
Gold Coast Health Plan (Medi-Cal)
Gold Coast Health Plan Total Care Advantage (HMO D-SNP)
Golden Rule
Harvard Pilgrim/UnitedHealthcare
Health Net (Medi-Cal)
Community Health Plan of Imperial Valley (Medi-Cal)
CalViva Health (Medi-Cal)
Health Plan of San Joaquin/Mountain Valley Health Plan – Medi-Cal
Humana - Medicare
Humana Dual (Medicare & Medicaid)
Independence Administrators
Independence Blue Cross
Amerihealth
Kaiser Permanente - Medicare
Kaiser Northwest
Kaiser Northwest - Medicare
Kaiser Washington
Kaiser Washington - Medicare
L.A. Care PASC-SEIU
L.A. Care Covered
L.A. Care Covered Direct
L.A. Care Health Plan (Medi-Cal)
L.A. Care Medicare Plus (HMO D-SNP)
UnitedHealthcare/Optum
Optum
OptumHealth Complex Medical Conditions
Oscar
Oxford
Partnership HealthPlan of California (Medi-Cal)
Regence BlueShield of Washington (Medicare Advantage)
Regence Group Administrators
SFHP Care Plus (HMO D-SNP)
San Francisco Health Plan (Medi-Cal)
Santa Clara Family Health Plan - Medi-Cal
Sharp Health Plan
Surest (formerly Bind)
Tufts Health/Cigna
United Medical Resources
UnitedHealthcare Dual (Medicare & Medicaid)
UnitedHealthcare Life Insurance
UnitedHealthcare Shared Services
UnitedHealthcare StudentResources
UnitedHealthcare/Optum - Medicare
UnitedHealthcare Complete Care (C-SNP)
Location
Virtual
My treatment methods
Narrative
I use narrative therapy and other frameworks for various populations such as people of color, those who have experienced trauma, and those with PTSD, severe depression, ADHD, Bipolar, sexual identity challenges, relationship conflicts, and severe anxiety. It allows for cultural humility and sensitivity to be utilized when working with clients in various interventions as well as giving importance to the bio-socio-psychological development of the clients.
6 ratings with written reviews
May 30, 2026
Very warm, very authentic, a wonderful listener. Absolutely great at what she does, grateful I have the opportunity to work with her.
Verified client, age 25-34
April 1, 2026
I am grateful for being able to communicate with a therapist that’s 1000 % great 💝🌹
Verified client, age 45-54
December 20, 2025
Aisha is incredibly good at identifying and seeing through and separating the wheat from the chaff. Highly recommend