Atesha Woods, MD, LCSW-C

Atesha Woods brings two decades of clinical experience to her practice, combining a strength-based philosophy with attentive listening to help individuals and families build on their existing resources. She centers care on empowerment, guiding children, youth, couples, and families through practical, evidence-informed strategies that promote healthier patterns and greater resilience.

Woods pursued advanced social work studies at the University of Southern California and completed a Bachelor of Social Work at Eastern Connecticut State University followed by a Master of Social Work degree at Springfield College. She holds the credentials MD and LCSW-C - MD indicates a medical doctor credential and LCSW-C denotes a licensed clinical social worker with certification - which support a broad perspective on behavioral health and clinical intervention.

Her clinical focus includes stress, anxiety, depression, relationship concerns, trauma and abuse, and self-esteem issues, with additional emphasis on attachment difficulties, communication problems, guilt and shame, impulsivity, isolation and loneliness, mood disorders, self-love, and social anxiety or phobia. Woods applies evidence-based approaches to identify long-standing behavior patterns and negative perceptions that can interfere with a more meaningful life, and she collaborates with clients to develop realistic coping strategies for moments of distress.

Woods has particular experience addressing bipolar disorder, depressive and anxiety disorders, grief and loss, anger management, work-life balance, and stress reduction. She also works with victims of crime, including those affected by assault, intimate partner violence, and sexual assault, to address crisis needs and concerns related to post-traumatic stress. Her approach is compassionate, individualized, and focused on helping clients achieve the growth and well-being they are committed to pursuing.