
REKINDLE HOPE.
Compassionate counseling for women, children, and families through every season of life.
Your story matters.
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Your story matters. |
You can feel hopeful again.
No matter where you are on your journey, it is a privilege to be there with you…to hear your story, to sit with you in your deep pain, to walk with you through the wild forest, to support you as you climb the steepest mountain, to encourage you as you choose which fork in the road to take, and to celebrate with you as you reclaim joy, meaning, and purpose.
Specialties
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Adoption Journey
Claim your story.
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Caregiver Exhaustion
Reawaken your purpose.
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Grief and Loss
Heal your soul.
YOU are welcome here.
Hi, I’m Ashley.
Thank you for reaching out, for trusting me with your journey, your pain, your story. For over 20 years I have had the privilege of holding space for women, children, and families seeking a compassionate, empathetic, and insightful counselor. I look forward to meeting you, encouraging you, and walking with you as you rediscover and embrace YOU.
Together, we can rekindle hope.
CREATIVITY IN COUNSELING
CREATIVITY IN COUNSELING
Discover a different approach to counseling.
How It Works
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SCHEDULE YOUR CALL
Reaching out is the hardest part. Begin with a 30-minute phone conversation where you can ask questions about the process of counseling (or about me). You will feel heard, understood, and cared for from the first call to your last session.
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BEGIN YOUR JOURNEY
We will review your completed forms and I will answer any questions that you have. Together, we will develop a clear plan to guide counseling, identifying goals and action steps to provide direction. You will leave this session with a clear path forward.
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SHARE YOUR STORY
For the first month I encourage weekly sessions. Based on your goals and needs, we will determine what is best for your life. During this time of ongoing support, you will reflect, grow, and strengthen your innate ability to meaningfully heal.
FAQs
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Every session combines open conversation, empathetic listening, and creative processing to move you towards meaningful healing. You will learn about yourself, address what is on your heart, and gain clarity.
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My approach is deeply relational, focused upon the stories you have lived and those you have yet to write. This path tends not to adhere to a linear or predictable timeline, but you are always in control of the pace, the depth, and the length of counseling.
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As a human being, you are complex, and it is up to you how much you wish to explore this complexity. As we delve deeper into work you may feel a strong desire to understand more about yourself so you can live authentically. Recalling painful memories, feeling uncomfortable emotions, and facing complicated experiences can be challenging. It is all ok and I am here to hold space for you. Here you will find compassion, empathy, grace, and solace for your wounded soul.
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Each 60-minute session with me is an investment of $100. Since I do not accept insurance, I do reserve a number of reduced-fee spaces in my practice. I do not want counseling to create an additional hardship for you. Counseling is a valuable investment in yourself, and I will work with you to make the cost feasible.
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I do not accept insurance. You are a person, not a diagnosis and insurance companies require me to diagnose you. This diagnosis becomes a part of your permanent health record and may impact your health/life insurance eligibility and/or benefits in the future. I can provide you with a receipt which you can submit for potential reimbursement from your insurance provider. Please be aware that doing so carries an inherent risk to confidentiality and privacy.
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If at all possible, please contact me 24-hours in advance of your session. Since I see clients by appointment only, that time is specifically reserved for you. I understand that life happens, but a cancelled appointment delays collaborative work and directly impacts your progress. Sessions cancelled with less than 24-hour notice and not due to an unforeseen emergency will be charged a set fee of $25.
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Congratulations and welcome to the journey of motherhood! As a mom, I understand the challenging demands of a newborn and I believe the decision whether to bring your infant is yours. Some moms find that having baby with them eases their mind and enables them to schedule sessions without the stress of coordinating childcare. Others prefer to fully focus without the potential of distraction. It is truly your decision, and I will support what works for you.
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My belief is that counseling is enhanced through a relaxed, comfortable atmosphere where you feel at ease in my presence. I desire to be my authentic self with you and encourage you to be the same. My counseling approach is rooted in creativity so we may be outdoors in nature, working with art materials, or practicing yoga.
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