Founder & Chief Executive officer

Dr. Kenyuatia L. Gash is an esteemed figure in the realm of social work and mental health, bringing forth a rich tapestry                                                           of 20 years of experience. Independently licensed to practice as a Clinical Social Worker she is the foundation and visionary behind VA SMILE Foundation, Inc. Beyond therapeutic interventions, Dr. Gash has become a beacon for professional development and extends her expertise into areas of clinical supervision, mental health consultations, trainings and transformative business and professional coaching services. 

Dr. Gash has meticulously sharpened her expertise in evidence-based psychotherapies tailored for PTSD and trauma disorders, emphasizing Cognitive Processing Therapy, EMDR, Dialectal Behavior Therapy, and Mindfulness-based interventions. She is Board-Certified Diplomat in Clinical Social Work, a Certified Master Addiction Counselor, Compassion Fatigue Professional, Qualified and Board approved clinical supervisor, an EMDR Certified Therapist and EMDR Consultant in Training. Furthermore, she serves as a Regional Trainer & Consultant in both Cognitive Processing Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy/Substance Use Disorder for the Department of Veteran Affairs. 

At her core, Dr. Gash life's mission is to empower community members with resources to  live a life full of Hope, Promise and Fulfillment. Dr. Gash also is the CEO and Senior Clinical Director of KL Gash & Associates.