Do you often feel weighed down by anxiety or shame? Do you question your ability as a mother, partner, or a friend? Well I get it, because I’ve been there too. I have experienced the transformative power of therapy and I hope to help guide you on your path to healing.
I have a passion for tackling issues related to womanhood, maternal mental health, relationships, and anxiety. I have a core belief that everything comes back to self-worth. With a healthy level of self worth, you will no longer question whether you are good enough; you will know you are enough. It is my goal to create a safe environment for you to tell your stories; a brave space where you feel empowered to speak your mind and make lasting changes in your life. My main purpose as your therapist is to help you let go of your need to be “perfect” and learn to love yourself.
Therapy can be heavy. We will dig into the nitty gritty details of your life and work together to challenge your negative thinking, to push yourself, and to grow. My hope is to validate and support you through the many challenging phases of life. It is my absolute honor to share your most vulnerable places with you and I do not take that privilege lightly. Life’s hard, let’s work together to help you see the beauty.
Licenses and Certifications
- Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW, VA license #0904012914)
- Certified Social Worker – Clinical (LCSW-C, MD license #31392)
- Certified Perinatal Mental Health Professional (PMH-C) – Postpartum Support International
Advanced Trainings
- Specialized perinatal mental health trainings on topics including perinatal OCD, rage, sex and intimacy, reproductive justice, grief and loss, social media, as well as psychosis
- Brainspotting Phase One – Cynthasis
- Advanced Training in The Art of Holding Perinatal Women in Distress – The Karen Kleiman Training Center
- Externship in Emotionally Focused Therapy – New York Center for Emotionally Focused Therapy
Education
- Master of Social Work – Stony Brook University
- Bachelor of Art in Psychology – Stony Brook University
Rates
Private Pay Counseling Services
| Initial Assessment for Individual | $195 for a 50-minute session |
| Individual Therapy | $150 for 50-minute session |
| Late Cancellation | Full Session Fee for cancellation within 24 hours of appointment |
| No Show Appointment Fee | Full Session Fee + phone call required to be reinstated on schedule |
Payment
Cash, check and credit or debit cards are accepted for payment.
Insurance
Ashlea is paneled with Sentara and Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield for Virginia and Maryland residents. If Ashlea is not paneled with your insurance company and you prefer to use your insurance, she will be considered an out-of-network provider. You will be charged the private pay rates and will be provided with a receipt for services that you can submit to your insurance company for reimbursement.
