About Ashley
Let’s be honest - life gets incredibly heavy when your relationships feel draining and disconnected, or when anxiety, depression, and past trauma are calling the shots. If you are tired of constant people-pleasing, feeling overwhelmed by your own thoughts, and are ready to find your way back to your authentic self, you are in the right place.
I love working with teens (ages 14+) and adults who are ready to roll up their sleeves and do the work. You already have the capacity to heal, grow, and thrive; you just need the right support to get there. Life is messy, and my job is to meet you right in the middle of the chaos.
As a former 911 dispatcher, I also have a deep, firsthand understanding of the unique culture and cumulative trauma experienced by first responders, and I am passionate about providing them with a safe, confidential space to process the weight of the job.
As your therapist, I will be your biggest supporter, but I’m also not here to just nod and smile. I will gently challenge you to look at how you connect with others, help you question the old mindsets holding you back, and empower you to build a life where you feel confident, happy, and in control.
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and have been supporting clients in the state of Oregon since 2019 working with kiddos as young as 5, and now focusing on ages 14 through adulthood. Over the years, I have committed myself to continuous learning and have pursued extensive training so I can bring the most effective, evidence-based tools into our sessions. Here is a look at my specialized areas of practice:
🐴 Equine-Assisted Therapy
Sometimes, sitting on a couch and talking isn't enough. I have a deep passion for incorporating the healing power of horses into therapy, which allows for experiential, hands-on healing. My specialized training in this area includes:
- Animal Assisted Human Health Certification
- Certified EAGALA Mental Health Specialist
- Natural Lifemanship
- Certified in Horse Powered Reading
🧠 Trauma Recovery & Crisis Support
Trauma changes how our brains and bodies respond to the world. I am trained in trauma modalities to help you find safety in your body again:
- EMDR Trained
- Clinical Trauma Specialist & Complex PTSD Training
- Stabilizing Unsafe Behavior
👥 Relationships, Couples, & Family
Because I am a Marriage and Family Therapist, I look at your life through the lens of your relationships. I help people navigate relational distress using the following methods:
- The Gottman Method (Level 1 & 2)
- Relational Life Therapy (RLT) Immersion
- Intimate Partner Violence
🛡️ Specialized Populations & Niche Support
I have dedicated time to understanding the unique cultural and emotional needs of the following communities:
- Military Personnel: Completed Tiers with Star Behavioral Health to provide culturally competent care to service members, veterans, and their families.
- First Responders: As a former 911 dispatcher, I provide culturally competent, trauma-informed therapy tailored for first responders.
- Spiritual Abuse & Cult Recovery
- Emotionally Immature Parents
When we work together, you are in the driver’s seat. I operate from a client-centered, relational perspective. This means I believe the relationship we build together is the foundation of your healing. Because no two people are the same, I don’t believe in a one-size-fits-all approach. Instead, we will collaborate to mix and match different tools, theories, and techniques to tailor our sessions to your specific goals and personality.
I also highly value group therapy alongside individual work. There is a unique kind of magic that happens in a group setting. There is truly nothing quite like the profound relief of realizing you are not alone in your struggles, and sharing a space of mutual understanding can accelerate healing in ways individual therapy sometimes cannot.
Whether we are working one-on-one or in a group, my goal is to create a space where you can explore your thoughts without a shred of judgment, while also holding you accountable to break the unhealthy patterns that no longer serve you.
Services Offered
Traditional Talk Therapy
Traditional Talk Therapy
Traditional Talk Therapy
Traditional talk therapy is a collaborative process where individuals come to discuss different mental health challenges they have been dealing with. Traditional talk therapy is effective for a wide range of concerns, including anxiety, depression, relationship issues, and trauma, offering a safe and confidential space to explore and address life's difficulties.
Equine Assisted Therapy
Traditional Talk Therapy
Traditional Talk Therapy
Equine assisted therapy involves interactions between clients and horses to promote emotional growth and well-being. Clients engage in ground-based activities which can help improve self-confidence, communication skills, and emotion regulation. This approach is used to support a variety of experiences; including anxiety, depression, ADHD, and PTSD. The unique bond formed with horses offers a nonjudgmental and calming environment, fostering healing and personal development.
EMDR
Traditional Talk Therapy
Group Therapy
Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing is a structured approach developed to help individuals process and recover from traumatic experiences and distressing memories. Using bilateral stimulation, such as guided eye movements, it can help clients reprocess traumatic events so they are less disruptive. Research has shown EMDR to be particularly effective for treating conditions related to trauma.
Group Therapy
Clinical Supervision
Group Therapy
Group therapy is a form of therapy where individuals with similar concerns or experiences come together in a supportive environment, to learn, share their thoughts, feelings, and gain insight. It fosters a sense of community, reduces isolation, and provides opportunities for personal growth, skill-building, and emotional healing. It can be an effective approach for a variety of issues, including anxiety, depression, trauma, and interpersonal difficulties.
Couples Counseling
Clinical Supervision
Clinical Supervision
Couples therapy is a specialized branch of therapy designed to help partners understand, navigate, and improve their relationship dynamics. In this setting, the therapist treats the relationship itself as the primary client, rather than focusing solely on the individual issues of each person. Whether a couple is navigating a severe crisis, feeling disconnected, or simply wanting to strengthen an already healthy bond, couples counseling provides a safe environment to foster growth and healing.
Clinical Supervision
Clinical Supervision
Clinical Supervision
I provide clinical supervision to Associate level therapists in the state of Oregon wanting to go into private practice. I will help you build your practice, organize it, and understand how to navigate the nuances of being a solo practicioner. I completed a 30-hour training course on clinical supervision through AAMFT and am an approved Supervisor Candidate through the Oregon Board of Licensed Professional Counselors and Therapists.