Hello
my name is Ashley
Founder | Mental Health Therapist
Ashley, a native of Fayetteville, North Carolina, has earned a B.S. in Psychology, an M.A. in Clinical Mental Health Counseling, and an M.A. from North Carolina Central University in Durham. She is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Virginia and has worked in different mental health settings, including schools, community-based programs, and private practice. She has experience in treatment planning and implementation, and adult/youth counseling and development. Ashley is passionate about developing programs that will provide the community with mental health resources and tools to increase overall well-being. She is working to create an affordable wellness center that offers holistic treatment and activities to the community she serves.
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OUR COMMITMENT TO YOU
we do the soul work
We recognize the growing demand for mental health services in our community. Our agency's staff, having experienced both sides of this need, combines personal insights, extensive education, and training to offer optimal services. Founded to foster personal growth and alignment, our agency provides a safe space for individuals seeking support.
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“Therapy Lingo”
You may have heard some not-so-clear -unfamiliar terminology used around when discussing what happens in therapy, let’s review a few!
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Healing (Verb, noun): Used to describe an individual's path towards change; often used to depict how someone has processed/moved through hardship, trauma, or pain; can be similar to "making progress
"Ex: Amy told her therapist that she notices she isn't as upset or angry with her dad anymore, and that she has been able to think through her childhood more clearly. Her therapist replies: "Sounds like some wonderful signs of healing."
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Unpack (Verb): To look closer at something; to spend time exploring or processing a feeling, thought, story, conversation, memory, etc.
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Ex: Logan says to his therapist that he got a big promotion but that it isn't a big deal. He just got lucky or someone else turned it down. Then he switches subjects and shows his therapist a text from a recent date. His therapist says: "Would you be willing to go back and unpack the statement about how your promotion isn't a big deal?"
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Holding space (Verb): To offer up time, compassion, understanding, and/or energy for someone else; typically associated with acknowledging someone's feelings.
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Ex: Lindsey reaches out to her therapist to share that she needs to cancel the session because her mom is sick. Her therapist responds: "No problem. I'll be holding space for you and your mom."
